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Community Update
By Dr. Stone James, Economic Development Director
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A vote for Cathedral City Youth, up-skilling our
current workforce, and economic development
What do you get when you combine a passionate City Council, City Manager, and Economic Development Department dedicated to (i) improving equitable access to higher education and (ii) strengthening the City’s largest business cluster with a similarly capable and committed group of Cathedral City residents?
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Answer: A $35M Roadrunner Motors Automotive Technology and Advanced Transportation Logistics Campus!
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On April 22, 2022, the College of the Desert’s Board of Trustees voted unanimously to resume designing and ultimately constructing Roadrunner Motors adjacent to the Cathedral City Auto Center. Friday’s decision to move the project forward reverses an October 2021 decision to relocate Roadrunners Motors out of the city.
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Reinstating this critically-needed campus involved many stakeholders. Special thanks go to the residents and businesses who stood up and voiced their support for improved access to higher education, better economic opportunities, and the need to support our City’s largest business cluster. Their efforts resulted in not only a $35M educational investment, but an investment which will benefit generations of future youth, auto industry workers, and others looking to enter an ever-evolving technological field. In exchange, the city renounced the requirement that the college pay its share (40%) of the cost of potentially installing a traffic signal at the corner of Margo Murphy Way and East Palm Canyon Drive saving the college an estimated $150,000.
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As Cathedral City’s Director of Economic Development, my department’s central goal is to improve the economic, educational, and social opportunities within our community. We can achieve these goals through more equitable access to higher education, more diverse and demanding employment opportunities, and an enhanced social support structure. As we achieve these goals, household wealth increases, public health improves, and the quality of life within Cathedral City thrives. Achieving these goals benefits our community and our Valley in profound and lasting ways.
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In addition to improving access to higher education, another critical component is increasing economic opportunities. Next week marks the second annual Hall of Flowers event. The Hall of Flowers is the largest cannabis industry-only trade show within California. This trade show helps showcase the robust cannabis business cluster that is only continuing to blossom within Cathedral City.
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To stay apprised of Economic Development activities, please bookmark www.ccedd.org for information on economic development activities within Cathedral City. You can hasten our City’s and our businesses’ economic recovery by shopping local. Check out our website, Cathedral City Shop Local, to find categories and lists of all the companies within Cathedral City which need your support. Shopping at our businesses will help keep our retailers alive and keep your tax dollars within the City. These tax dollars fund critical services such as our Police, our Fire Department, and road maintenance. There is no better testimonial for attracting new businesses than to ensure our existing businesses are prosperous.
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Lastly, your efforts to keep your properties clean, weed, and debris-free are paying off. Property appearance is an important "selling point" when prospective homebuyers, business owners, and developers look for a "perfect" location. Everyone is a part of Cathedral City's long-term success, and you are making an impact!
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Public Swimming Coming this Summer to Cathedral City
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The City Council approved a multi-party contract with Palm Springs Unified School District and Desert Recreation District to offer public swimming at Cathedral City High School this summer starting June 6 through August 6, 2022. Below are the scheduled swim times and prices: Cathedral City High School Pool, 69-250 Dinah Shore Drive, Cathedral City Cont ask … Read more
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COD Automotive Technology Center To Remain in Cathedral City
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On Friday, April 22, 2022, the College of the Desert’s Board of Trustees unanimously approved the construction of its Automotive Technology Center, better known as Roadrunner Motors, to remain at its original location on Margot Murphy Way in Cathedral City. This location was announced and approved previously by the college in 2019, but that decision was placed in … Read more
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Terry Applegate and Sue Townsley Recognized
by City Council
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Residents Terry Applegate and Sue Townsley were recognized by the City Council and Economic Development Director Stone James for their volunteer work on several projects over the past year. Both Terry and Sue helped in organizing and implementing the Great Plates Program during the earlier months of the COVID-19 pandemic. The Great Plates Program offered 250 seniors in … Read more
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City Council Honors Antonio Baciu and Commissioner Gary Marshall for “Yoga at the Amphitheater”
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The City Council recognized resident Antonio Baciu and Parks and Community Events Commissioner Gary Marshall for their collective work to bring “Yoga at the Amphitheater” this past spring. The free classes offered to the public attracted an average of 100 participants each week until the very end of April when the snowbirds left the Valley as the temperatures … Read more
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Stunt Woman Janeshia Adams-Ginyard Honored by City Council for Her Work in Film and Television
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The City Council honored Stunt Woman and Cathedral City resident Janeshia Adams-Ginyard at Wednesday’s council meeting for her incredible work in the film and television industry. Janeshia is an Emmy-nominated American actress and stunt woman, professional wrestler, sports radio personality and motivational speaker. She has been a stunt performer on several television shows including “The Mindy Project”, “K.C. Undercover”, … Read more
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New Dates: Taste of Jalisco Coming February 3-5, 2023 and Cathedral City LGBT Days Coming March 3-5, 2023
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S.C.R.A.P. Gallery, Cathedral City Parks and Community Events Commission, and the Cathedral City Public Library invite you to “Spring Fest” that celebrates Earth Day and Global Youth Day on Saturday, April 30, 2022, 8:30 am to 12 (noon) at Century Park located at 69908 Century Park Drive in Cathedral City. This free event offers family fun activities and … Read more
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First Fridays Art Walk on Perez Road
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Looking for an opportunity to walk and view some amazing art at the same time? Then come to First Fridays Art Walk on Perez Road from 5 pm to 8 pm. The row of art galleries are located at 68845 & 68895 Perez Road in the “H” and “I” ... Read more
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Ocotillo Park Neighborhood Meet-Up
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Join Councilmember Nancy Ross and representatives from the police, fire, and city administration for a Neighborhood Meet-Up at Ocotillo Park (33300 Moreno Road) to discuss the following topics: Installation of Sewer Service Desert Recreation District Expansion Naming Cathedral City Neighborhoods Any Issue of Importance to You There are two meetings that you can choose to attend: Thursday, April … Read more
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Grand Opening of the Panorama Dog Park
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Join the City Council and the Parks and Community Events Commission as they conduct a ribbon-cutting for the Grand Opening of the Panorama Dog Park on Friday, May 13th starting at 9 am. The dog park is located on the east side of Panorama Park located at 28905 Avenida Maravilla in Cathedral City. The new dog park will … Read more
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The Greater Coachella Valley Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with the City of Cathedral City, invites you to attend the 2022 Annual State of the City Event and Business Expo. This year’s event features a three-part moderated discussion between Mayor Ernesto M. Gutierrez and select local leaders, in discussion over business and community development within the City of … Read more
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Tejano PowerHouse Entertainment, City of Cathedral City and Diaz Enterprises invites you to the rescheduled 4th annual Tejano Music Fest in Cathedral City featuring the best Tejano music, fiesta food and spirits on Saturday, October 29, 2022 from 5 pm to 10 pm at our new location, the Cathedral City Community Amphitheater, 68526 Avenida Lalo Guerrero, in Cathedral City, California. … Read more
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Cathedral City’s Halloween Spooktacular features trick or treating with over 40,000 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 and fire departments, to view special … Read more
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- FULL-TIME EMPLOYEE - $20.90 - $31.67 Hourly
- Department: Public Works
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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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