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Finance Advisory Committee Performs Key Oversight Role
The Finance Advisory Committee is a committee comprised of five Cathedral City residents. Among the functions of the committee is to review the status of Cathedral City’s revenues and finances and make recommendations to the City Council. Of equal importance, the committee has a role in providing oversight of funding provided through voter-approved tax measures, making sure the funds are used as indicated in the approved ballot language.
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The most recent meeting of the committee was held on September 26, 2024. The committee spent time working on an update to their mission statement to better reflect the importance of their oversight role and they reviewed the preliminary year-end expenditure and revenue report for the fiscal year that ended on June 30, 2024 (FY 23-24). After reviewing the financial report, the committee members discussed some things that they didn’t know about prior to joining the committee and things that they felt the residents of Cathedral City would be interested to learn.
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1. Property Taxes - Only 16 cents of each dollar paid in property taxes by Cathedral City residents and businesses goes to Cathedral City. The rest (84 cents) goes to other taxing jurisdictions like the Palm Springs Unified School District, Riverside County and others.
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2. City Revenues Lag Those of Other Jurisdictions – Revenues collected by Cathedral City from the major sources - property taxes, sales taxes, and transient occupancy taxes (hotel/motel taxes), are less than those collected by other cities. For example, in the Fiscal Year ended June 30, 2022, taxes collected from those sources by Palm Springs were more than four times those collected by Cathedral City.
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3. People Make up the Largest Part of the Budget – Cathedral City is a service organization, so our product is the services we provide. In order to provide those services, it takes people: Police Officers, Firefighters, Building Inspectors, Code Enforcement Officers, etc. As a service organization, the city spends the majority of its budget on personnel. The following graph shows expenditures by type and demonstrates that almost 60% of the city’s budget goes to pay the people who provide services to our residents. When we add contracted labor, such as our graffiti removal contract the total reaches almost 70%.
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4. Public Safety Expenses Dominate the Budget – Like most full-service cities, the largest expenditures in our budget go to public safety, the Police and Fire departments. Together those departments account for more than 50% of the general fund budget.
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My thanks to the members of the Finance Advisory Committee:
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- Ruth Fernandez
- Teri Hargreaves
- Danny Lee
- Rick Saldivar
- Chip Yarborough
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Their hard works adds an extra layer of assurance that the finances of Cathedral City are being properly managed and that revenues are being used for the purpose for which they are intended.
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LeAnn Rimes Concert Tickets Now On Sale, Agua Caliente Casinos Announced as the 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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Cathedral City Senior Center, Community Leaders Celebrate Dedication of the Richard G. And Anne K. Altman Craft Corner
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The Cathedral City Senior Center recently celebrated the dedication of its newest addition - the Richard G. and Anne K. Altman Craft Corner - during a special ribbon cutting ceremony on Wednesday, Oct. 2, 2024. The new room promises to enhance the center's existing arts and crafts program, providing … Read more
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Cathedral City Police Releases Results of Sept. 2024 DUI/Driver License Checkpoint
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The Cathedral City Police Department conducted a DUI/Driver License Checkpoint on Sept. 27, 2024, on northbound Date Palm Drive/ 30th Avenue, between the hours of 6:00 p.m. and 2:00 a.m. The results of the checkpoint are: 1220 vehicles traveled through the checkpoint. 465 vehicles were screened. No DUI’s 1 driver cited for no insurance and expired registration. 11 …Read more
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Riverside County Voter Information Guides Mailed to Voters Ahead of Nov. 5, 2024, Presidential General Election
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Approximately 1.3 million County Voter Information Guides have been mailed to all active registered voters in Riverside County in preparation for the Presidential General Election on November 5, 2024. This year's guide includes a sample ballot, designed to assist voters in the voting process. Voters will be able to mark their …Read more
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Residents Encouraged to Participate in CVAG’s Emissions Survey for Regional Comprehensive Climate Action Plan
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The City of Cathedral City is working with the Coachella Valley Association of Governments (CVAG) and other participating cities to develop a Comprehensive Climate Action Plan that will include strategies that can be implemented locally to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. By participating in this quick survey, you will help CVAG …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 the …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 payment on the purchase of a home. Program Highlights: Provides 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. The exhibit, …Read more
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Don’t Want to Come to City Hall to Do Business? No Problem. We’re Bringing City Hall to You.
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Cathedral City is continuing to make significant strides in enhancing its offering of online services. Since December, staff have implemented many new online services, making it easier and faster for residents and businesses to access essential services twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week, without ever having to leave their home or office – a plus, especially during 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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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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Fall Prevention
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October 11, 2024
Join us for a FREE Fall Prevention event on October 11, 2024, at 10:00 am at Cathedral City Senior Center in Cathedral City! Learn how to stay active and reduce your risk of falls as you age. Our experts from Cathedral City Fire & EMS, Desert Care Network, and Eisenhower Medical Center will share: Safe medicine practices Tips to fall-proof …Read more
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Pancake Breakfast & Fire Prevention Open House
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October 12, 2024
🥞 Join us for a Pancake Breakfast & Fire Prevention Open House! 🚒🔥 📅 When: October 12, 2024 ⏰ Time: 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM 📍 Where: Fire Station 2, 32100 Desert Vista Rd, Cathedral City Come out and enjoy a hearty pancake breakfast with the Cathedral City Fire Department and meet your local firefighters! 🚒👩🚒👨🚒 Learn about fire safety … Read more
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Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration
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📅 Date: Saturday, October 14, 2024 🕒 Time: 12:00 PM - 9:00 PM 📍 Location: Cathedral City Sr. Center Join us for a vibrant celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month! Enjoy live music, delicious Latin American cuisine, cultural performances, and family-friendly activities. This event will highlight the rich traditions and contributions of the Hispanic community, with something for everyone …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. …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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Fall Prevention
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October 24, 2024
Join us for a FREE Fall Prevention event on October 24, 2024, at 10:00 am at Canyon Mobile Home Park in Cathedral City! Learn how to stay active and reduce your risk of falls as you age. Our experts from Cathedral City Fire & EMS, Desert Care Network, and Eisenhower Medical Center will share: Safe medicine practices Tips to …Read more
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Art Walk
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September 27, 2024
The highly anticipated PEREZ ART DISTRICT art walks return on the fourth Friday of every month from 4 to 7 PM beginning in September. The most exciting, creative enclave in the Coachella Valley, the district highlights over 50 established, mid-career, and emerging artists in their studios and galleries. Dubbed the “SoHo of the desert,” the district’s high-quality art attracts collectors … Read more
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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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Cathedral City Fire Department Open House
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October 26, 2024
🚒 Cathedral City Fire Department Open House! 🚨 Join us for a fun, family-friendly day and get an up-close look at the life-saving work of our firefighters! 📅 When: October 26, 2024 ⏰ Time: 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM 📍 Where: 68950 Buddy Rogers Ave, Cathedral City What to Expect: ✅ Interactive Displays ✅ Meet the Firefighters ✅ Fire Engines …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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8th Annual Memorial Ride
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November 9, 2024
The 8th Annual Memorial Ride, organized by the Palm Springs Police Officers Association and supported by the Cathedral City Police Officers Association, is set for Saturday, November 9, 2024. This event combines a police-escorted motorcycle ride with a memorial service and community gathering. Participants can register between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM at Palm Springs Motor Sports, located at 72750 …Read more
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Quarterly Art Exhibit
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November 9, 2024
The Quarterly Art Exhibit in Cathedral City showcases a variety of artworks by talented local artists. This free community event takes place every three months, with each exhibit featuring new pieces to discover. Come out and support the arts while exploring the unique culture of Cathedral City.
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Join Cathedral City's Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) Training!
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November 16, 2024
Are you ready to handle emergencies like earthquakes, fires, power outages, or public health crises? Prepare yourself with CERT training this November! 📅 Class Schedule: November 16: 8 AM - 5 PM November 23: 8 AM - 5 PM November 30: 8 AM - Noon (Attendance at all sessions is required for certification) 👩🚒 Learn essential skills in: Fire Suppression …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 …Read more
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Employment
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CITIZENS ON PATROL (COP)
FACILITIES MAINTENANCE WORKER I
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LAND DEVELOPMENT ENGINEER
PART-TIME OFFICE ASSISTANT
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
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