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As the Chief of Police, I know and understand the purpose of an internal affairs investigation is to ensure the integrity of the department is maintained through a system of internal discipline where objectivity, fairness and justice are assured by intensive, impartial investigations and review. Every police department large or small must deal with a complaint concerning an officers or civilian employees conduct or behavior. A Chief must have a good handle on the purpose of investigating internal and external complaints and take them seriously if they are interested in earning the respect of their political body, the citizenry they serve, and the officers and civilians who work for them.
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A properly conducted Internal Affairs investigation allows the department to determine real or potential causes of problems relating to human relations and remedy any identified deficiencies, ensure proper corrective action is taken when appropriate, and to protect personnel from unwarranted criticism when they perform their respective duties in an approved manner and within established departmental policies and procedures. The procedures are intended to exonerate those that are innocent of misconduct, establish the fault of wrongdoers and to facilitate prompt and just disciplinary action and uncover defective procedures.
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As Chief of Police, I expect that supervisors assigned to investigate alleged misconduct will always conduct themselves in an impartial and professional manner, affording all personnel the rights guaranteed to them. I will do all I can to ensure this is always the case. I expect each employee to be professional and direct in their response to questions and to contribute to our best efforts to clearly establish the facts involved in each investigation. All supervisors will be held to the highest standard of confidentiality and integrity as will the employees subject to an administrative investigation. The department will do it’s best to gather all facts available to make sound decisions regarding any potential discipline or training. Public trust and confidence are mandatory for a department to be successful and ensuring internal investigations are done in a thorough, objective, and professional manner are essential to maintaining the communities trust and confidence in us.
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The police department is mandated to investigate complaints against personnel. Complaints originate from members of the public which is considered an externally generated complaint. Complaints also generate from within the organization which can prompt an internal affairs investigation such as a use of force, policy violations, at fault traffic collisions etc.
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Each complaint is classified in one of the following categories regardless of being generated from an internal or external complainant:
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Informal: After speaking with a department supervisor, the complaining party is satisfied that appropriate action has been taken without requesting a formal investigation.
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Formal: The complaining party requests further investigation, or a department supervisor determines that further investigation is warranted. Such complaints may be investigated by a department supervisor of rank greater than the accused employee or by the Internal Affairs Bureau, depending on the seriousness and complexity of the investigation.
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Incomplete: The complaining party either refuses to cooperate or becomes unavailable, despite diligent attempts to contact him or her. Complaints that cannot be investigated properly without contacting the complaining party need not be documented as formal complaints, but they may be further investigated, depending on the seriousness of the allegations and the availability of sufficient information.
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Inquiry: The complaining party is merely requesting clarification of a policy or procedure; such inquiries need not be documented as formal complaints.
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INVESTIGATION OF FORMAL COMPLAINTS
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The complaint is sent to the Internal Affairs Bureau, where it is reviewed and assigned to the appropriate Commander or to Internal Affairs personnel for administrative investigation. If the employee is accused of criminal conduct, another law enforcement agency is requested to investigate the criminal allegations separately from any administrative investigation being conducted by the department. When the administrative investigation is completed, the Commander makes a finding and recommendation that the incident was within policy or out of policy. In the event an act is deemed not within policy, the Commander recommends an appropriate level of discipline. The investigation and the Commander’s findings are forwarded to the Chief for review and completion of the investigation which may include rendering of appropriate discipline.
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All complaints receive one of the following dispositions:
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The alleged act did not occur or did not involve Department personnel.
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The alleged act occurred but was justified, lawful, and/or proper.
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The investigation disclosed insufficient evidence to sustain the allegation or fully exonerate the employee.
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The alleged act occurred and constituted misconduct.
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City of Cathedral City and SoundSkilz Present Largest-Ever Taste of Jalisco Festival, Jan. 31 - Feb. 2, 2025
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Three-Day Celebration Features Free Admission Friday for Residents, New Family Attractions The Taste of Jalisco Festival, produced by SoundSkilz, returns to Downtown Cathedral City January 31 - February 2, 2025, featuring two major headline events: Saturday's performance by Banda Maguey with Nacho Bustillos and Sunday's Masked Republic …Read more
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Tastes & Sounds of Cathedral City Returns With Weekly Live Music, Food Vendors Inside Community Amphitheater
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The City of Cathedral City's Communications & Special Events Department proudly presents Tastes & Sounds of Cathedral City, a free weekly food and music event held every Tuesday from 5:30-7:30 p.m. at the Cathedral City Community Amphitheater, February 11 – April 8, 2025. Each week will feature a local artist performing while a local restaurant or food truck provides dinner. …Read more
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Cathedral City Fire Seeks Public Input for Updates to Local Hazard Mitigation Plan
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Cathedral City Fire is updating its Local Hazard Mitigation Plan, and the department is seeking input from residents to help shape a more resilient future for our community. Three ways to join in the discussion: In-person public workshop on Wednesday, Jan. 15, 2025, from 6-8 pm at Cathedral City Fire & EMS - Emergency Operations Center, 32100 Desert Vista Rd, …Read more
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Applications Now Available for Public Arts Commission’s 2025 Quarterly Art Exhibits at Cathedral City Library
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The City’s Public Arts Commission invites artists from the Coachella Valley to participate in the 2025 Quarterly Art Exhibits at the Cathedral City Library, 33520 Date Palm Dr, Cathedral City, CA 92234! Seven (7) artists will be selected to show at each event (details below). Preference will be given to Cathedral City artists. Artist Guidelines Art … Read more
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Enjoy Free Yoga Classes Jan. 21 – March 25, 2025, at Cathedral City Community Amphitheater
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The Cathedral City Parks and Community Events Commission proudly brings free yoga classes to the Cathedral City Community Amphitheater, 68526 Avenida Lalo Guerrero, Cathedral City. Gentle Yoga will take place at 8:30-9:30 a.m. and Power Yoga at 10:00-11:00 a.m. every Tuesday morning starting Tuesday, Jan. 21, 2025. Classes will run through March 25, 2025. The free classes will be …Read more
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CONE ZONE ALERT: HSIP 9B – Varner Road Safety Improvements Project
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Starting November 18, 2024, through February 2025, Granite Construction Company will be constructing roadway safety improvements along Varner Road. The safety improvements include the installation of guard rails, LED flashing signage, and centerline rumble strips. To minimize disruption and ensure the safety of both the construction crew and the public, there is Saturday …Read more
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Residents Encouraged to Sign Up for Street Sweeping Alerts Through City of Cathedral City's CodeRED Notification System
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The City of Cathedral City is excited to launch a new CodeRED community notification system, designed to provide residents important information about city services. The City can activate the notification system for street sweeping notifications, road construction projects, garbage and recycling service updates, or other incidents with broad …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 payment assistance for low to moderate …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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Tickets Now Available for Coachella Valley Repertory's 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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Yoga at the Amphitheater
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January 21, 2025
Yoga at the Amphitheater is a free community event series sponsored by the City of Cathedral City. It offers two types of yoga classes: gentle yoga for beginners and power yoga for more advanced practitioners. The classes are held every Tuesday morning from January 21st to March 25th at the Cathedral City Community Amphitheater... Read more
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Art Walk
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January 24, 2025
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 …
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9th Annual Taste of Jalisco Festival
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Get ready to savor the spirit of Mexico at the Taste of Jalisco Festival in Cathedral City, happening from January 31 to February 2, 2025. This three-day extravaganza includes live entertainment, fair & carnival, an artisan market, tequila tasting, mouthwatering food...Read more
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Free Emergency Preparedness Grab & Go Event
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Saturday, February 1, 2025
🕚 Time: 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM 📍 Location: Cathedral City Library, Multi-Purpose Room 33520 Date Palm Drive, Cathedral City, CA Join Councilmember Rita Lamb and the Cathedral City Fire Department Prepare for emergencies like earthquakes with this informative and practical event! Learn how to create your own emergency preparedness kit and understand the …Read more
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Tastes & Sounds of Cathedral City - Daytime Moon
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February 11, 2025
Daytime Moon is a band of multi-instrumentalists/artists from Joshua Tree, CA. They write music from their hearts and they play them with their souls. a fusion of post-everything and soul, With an amazing live show and orchestra of instruments, Daytime Moon kicks out the jams and has something for everyone. Free Admission, Food for Purchase Food provided by: Taqueria …Read more
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Tastes & Sounds of Cathedral City - The Dreamboats
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February 25, 2025
Transport back to the flashy fun of the 1950s and 1960s with The Dreamboats. Formed in 2009 in Mississauga, Ontario, the energetic four-piece group specializes in beloved hits from the pre-Beatles era, covering chart-toppers like Elvis Presley, Dion, and Frankie Lymon. Consisting of lead vocalist and guitarist Bryan Davies, bassist Johnny G. Wiz, saxophonist Barry Cooke, and drummer Matt … Read more
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Community Shredding Event
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March 1, 2025
Join us for FREE Document Shredding Events hosted by the City of Cathedral City! When: The first Saturday of the month from October to May. Time: 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m. Location: 68700 Avenida Lalo Guerrero. Bring all your sensitive documents, including legal documents, medical records, financial statements, tax records, and more! …Read more
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Tastes & Sounds of Cathedral City - LGBT+ Days Kickoff
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March 4, 2025
LGBT+ Days Kick-Off Presented by K-GAY Radio Get ready to sashay into a world of glitz, glamour, and fierce performances! Tastes & Sounds of Cathedral City is turning up the heat with an electrifying lineup of local drag royalty. Brace yourself for an unforgettable spectacle. Featuring Local Drag Queens…Read more
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9th Annual Cathedral City LGBT+ Days
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March 7 - 9, 2025
As California’s first Pride event of the year, the 9th annual Cathedral City LGBT+ Days presented by Agua Caliente Casinos again brings together numerous LGBTQ+ celebrities, artists, performers, media, community leaders, Coachella Valley residents, and visitors for an unforgettable weekend of live entertainment, community engagement and fun activities from March 7th-9th, 2025. Friday, March 7 Pride Flag Raising at City Hall with … Read more
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Tastes & Sounds of Cathedral City - Giselle Woo and the Night Owls
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March 11, 2025
Giselle Woo & The Night Owls are a rock band hailing from the Coachella Valley in California. They describe their sound as "Chicano desert rock," blending elements of blues, psychedelia, and the spacey guitar riffs characteristic of desert rock. Fronted by Cathedral City native Giselle Woo, who provides both English and Spanish in her raw yet … Read more
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Tastes & Sounds of Cathedral City - Radio Ready
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March 18, 2025
Southern California’s premiere, popular dance band Radio Ready is stacked with some of the most talented musicians from the Los Angeles, Palm Springs & Orange County area who embrace everything from 1940s jazz standards to today’s hottest dance music, bringing a unique sound of their own. With lead vocalists featured on Fox’s American Idol and the renowned, family-friendly Disney …Read more
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Tastes & Sounds of Cathedral City - CCHS Band & Choir
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March 25, 2025
More information Coming Soon. Free Admission, Food for Purchase Food provided by: Meester Zebra Restaurant Indulge in a weekly feast for the senses at Immerse yourself in a musical and culinary adventure like no other. Join us in Downtown Cathedral City every week from February 11 to April 8, 2025 and savor the flavors, rhythms, and talents of our vibrant … Read more
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Tastes & Sounds of Cathedral City - ABBAFAB
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April 1, 2025
Do you love the music of ABBA? then you do not want to miss this show! Having played to sold-out crowds across the U.S. and abroad, ABBAFAB is a stunning tribute to the music of ABBA featuring the sensational talents of some of TAD’s most talented and loved artists and musicians! This multimedia production is a tribute to some of …Read more
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Tastes & Sounds of Cathedral City - Leanna & The Free Agents
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April 8, 2025
Leanna Rodgers fronts the lively musical group Leanna & The Free Agents. Based in Palm Springs, California, award-nominated vocalist and entertainer Leanna joins forces with local conga sensation Miguel to deliver a diverse repertoire of jazz, Latin, bossa nova, pop, Broadway hits, and soft rock. Leanna’s one-of-a-kind, sultry, and sassy vocals …Read more
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Employment
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AMBULANCE OPERATOR - EMT (24 hour shifts)
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
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