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Community Update
By Katherine Fuentes, Assistant City Manager
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CITY COUNCIL’S 2022 STRATEGIC GOAL SETTING SESSION
Every year, the City Council meets in January to discuss the strategic vision of the organization and conduct goal setting with the Executive Team. On January 22, 2022, the City of Cathedral City hosted its annual strategic planning retreat to develop the City Council’s goals for the upcoming year. As part of the goal-setting session this year, in addition to discussing the City Council’s goals for 2022, the Department Heads also presented their 2021 achievements and their 2022 planned projects.
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These operational goals and projects included outstanding initiatives from previous years, state-mandated priorities, operational initiatives based on aging infrastructure and/or changing needs, and various others based on numerous factors. Council also had the opportunity to provide guidance on any 2022 goals that needed to be removed, added, or modified in any way. These strategic goals will subsequently be adopted through resolution following the goal-setting session. Adoption of the proposed resolution is scheduled for February 16, 2022.
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The updated operational priorities identified by City Council in the 2022 Goal Setting Session include:
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- Finance & General Government
- Streets & Infrastructure
- Community & Economic Development
- Code Enforcement
- Parks & Recreation
- Public Safety
Staff worked diligently to explore a long-term plan that would ultimately correct the City’s structural deficit in a manner that is both transparent, equitable, and sustainable. The framework of this Five-Year Strategic Plan will be presented to Council on February 16, 2022. This draft framework will be anchored in the City Council’s established priorities outlined above and will seek to align itself with the needs of the community in every subsequent version thereafter. As currently proposed, this strategic initiative will include the following major deliverables in FY2022-23:
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- Development of Department Five-Year Project Pipelines & Organizational Charts
- Development of a Community Outreach & Education Campaign
- Community & Employee Surveys
- Community Townhall Events
- Various City Council/Staff Strategy Sessions & Public Meetings
- Adopt Community Outreach & Education Campaign
- Adopt Five-Year Project Pipelines and Organizational Charts
- Adopt FY2023-24 & FY2024-25 Biennial Budget that Incorporates the Strategic Planning Efforts Outlined Above
Meaningful transformation requires time and consistent effort to be effective and sustainable, and it is almost always an iterative, incremental process. As the City Council continues to formalize its plans for the future, amidst the mounting challenges that the last few years have presented, the City recognizes its overarching priority is to address the growing needs of the community and the community’s desire to thrive; not just survive.
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As a leadership team, we look forward to engaging the community and the City Council in crafting the future vision of Cathedral City in an effort to create a more equitable and sustainable community for the people that call Cathedral City home.
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Councilmember Nancy Ross Accepted into the
2022 SCAG Housing Policy Leadership Academy
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The SCAG Housing Policy Leadership Academy offers a 10-month program and the opportunity for collaboration, leading to new ideas for community leaders and elected officials to help advance policy solutions and increase the supply and availability of affordable housing. The course brings together people from different backgrounds and disciplines in monthly 3-hour sessions with course work done ahead of time… Read more
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Emergency Preparedness – Make & Take Event
Happening this Saturday
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Join Mayor Pro Tem Rita Lamb and Councilmember Nancy Ross along with the Cathedral City Fire Department for a Free Emergency Preparedness – Make and Take Event scheduled for Saturday, February 5, 2022 from 11:00 am to 12:00 pm at the Cathedral City Public Library, Multi-Purpose Room, 33520 Date Palm Drive, Cathedral City. No RSVP needed, simply ... Read more
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“Yoga at the Amphitheater”
Brings Eighty Plus Participants
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On Tuesday, February 1st, the first class of “Yoga at the Amphitheater” taught by professional yoga instructor Patti Wexler brought 86 participants on its first day exceeding all expectations of the organizers. Wexler has been teaching yoga for more than 20 years and has quite a following according to several participants. She teaches Power Yoga, also known as Flow Yoga… Read more
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Cathedral City Fire Department
Offers Free C.E.R.T. Training in March
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The Cathedral City Fire Department invites you to become a certified emergency response member of the community by taking free training courses in March. CERT (Community Emergency Response Team) trains and organizes teams of volunteers who offer assistance to communities before, during, and after disasters. CERT volunteers help their neighbors after disasters when professional responders are not immediately available … Read more
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Taste of Jalisco Festival Coming February 11 -13, 2022
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70’ Ferris Wheel, Tequila Tastings, Live Entertainment, Mexican Food, Car Show & More Celebrate the sights, sounds, and tastes from the state of Jalisco, Mexico at the 6th Annual Taste of Jalisco Festival on February 11 -13, 2022 in Downtown Cathedral City. This annual celebration honors the 25-year sister city relationship between Cathedral City and Tequila, Jalisco … Read more
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Yoga at the Amphitheater
with Instructor Patti Wexler
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Emergency Preparedness Make & Take Event
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Join Mayor Pro Tem Rita Lamb and Councilmember Nancy Ross along with the Cathedral City Fire Department for a Free Emergency Preparedness – Make and Take Event scheduled for Saturday, February 5, 2022 from 11:00 am to 12:00 pm at the Cathedral City Public Library, Multi-Purpose Room, 33520 Date Palm Drive, Cathedral City. This event will provide information on … Read more
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The Cathedral City Parks and Community Events Commission proudly brings Free Yoga Classes to the new Cathedral City Community Amphitheater in Downtown Cathedral City every Tuesday morning at 10 am starting on February 1, 2022 through April 26, 2022. The free classes will be taught by professional Yoga instructor Patti Wexler. No need to RSVP, … Read more
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6th Annual Taste of Jalisco
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Music, Tequila Tasting, Carnival, Artisan Vendors & Authentic Cuisine The 6th Annual Taste of Jalisco, produced by Soundskilz Inc, celebrates the sister city relationship between the cities of Cathedral City, California (USA) and Tequila, Jalisco (Mexico) through music, fashion, spirits, culture and cuisine in Downtown Cathedral City. Live musical performances throughout the weekend and a special … Read more
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Mary Nutter Collegiate Classic
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The Mary Nutter Collegiate Classic is the nation’s largest and most prestigious preseason college softball tourney, featuring more than 25 top Division I teams. It has hosted Team USA as an opportunity for preparing our Olympic athletes for the best competition. Celebrating its 17th year, the Cathedral City, California event will occur on February 24-27, 2020. The lineup of teams … Read more
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“City Hall at Your Corner” Happens February 24 – Register Now
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Register now for February's virtual “City Hall at Your Corner” as Mayor Ernesto Gutierrez and Councilmember Mark Carnevale host the event for an informal discussion of issues in Cathedral City. Please welcome the community discussion's special guest, Fire Chief John Muhr, who will also provide an update on public safety. This virtual event will take place on Thursday, February, 24, … Read more
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Tejano PowerHouse Entertainment, City of Cathedral City, and Diaz Enterprises invites you to the 4th annual Tejano Music Fest in Cathedral City featuring the best Tejano music, fiesta food, and spirits on Saturday, March 5, 2022, from 5 pm to 11 pm at our new location, the Cathedral City Community Amphitheater, 68526 Avenida Lalo Guerrero, in Cathedral City … Read more
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Join the Cathedral City Parks & Community Events Commission, the Cathedral City Public Library, and S.C.R.A.P. Gallery for the “Butterfly Festival” on Saturday, March 12, 2022 from 10 am to 1 pm at Panorama Park, 28905 Avenida Maravilla in Cathedral City. Families will learn about the importance of butterflies as pollinators of plants. Pollinators are an essential part of the … Read more
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Directed by Christian Rendon, attendees will have an opportunity to view up to 300 cars including classic, imports, domestic, off-road, golf carts, and motorcycles. Activities also include food trucks, beer garden, arts and craft vendors, and more. The SoCal Auto Show will take place in Downtown Cathedral City at the Festival Lawn and on the 3rd Floor of the Downtown … Read more
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6th Annual Cathedral City LGBT Days
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The 6th Annual Cathedral City LGBT Days celebrates the lives, history, and wonderful accomplishments the LGBT community has contributed in making Cathedral City one of the “most livable” cities in America and a testament to its perfect equality score by the Human Rights Campaign Foundation. The festival provides an opportunity to recognize the strength in our diversity, appreciate our similarities, … Read more
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- Department: Community Development
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- Department: ENGINEERING
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To view current job opportunities, apply for a position, or submit an interest card, please visit joincathedralcity.org
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