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Community Update
By Tami Scott, Administrative Services Director
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Information Technology (“IT”) is the study, design, development, implementation, support of management of computer-based information systems- particularly software applications and computer hardware. IT workers help ensure that computers work well for everyone.
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The role of Information Technology in government, at any level, cannot be discounted, as many of the services government offers simply would not be available without it. IT today is an integral part of government, and its role will continue to expand over time. IT is what drives the daily operations on all levels of government, and if something happened to the IT infrastructure, governments would come to a fast halt and unable to function on almost any level. That is one of the reasons IT security today is such a large and important business.
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It is recognized that the world of technology continues to evolve at a very rapid pace. The way that citizens, businesses and visitors use technology today is different than a decade ago, and this will continue to evolve going ahead, at an even more rapid rate. The City recognizes trends in key areas including:
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- Mobility: Increased use of wireless devices such as smart-phones and tablets.
- Social Media: Global and local source for communication, collaboration and information sharing
- Big Data: Tremendous opportunities to improve efficiency and effectiveness across a broad range of government programs and services by harnessing, managing and utilizing the ever-growing amount of data in the digital age.
- Cloud Computing: Opportunities to source and deliver integrated solutions from service providers in new delivery models that can provide agile and scalable solutions but that need to ensure integrated outcomes.
Together these changes are driving the new digital citizen, the digital workforce, and an expectation to consume services anytime, anywhere, on any channel and any device. This puts tremendous expectations on City government, and as a result, one of the most important activities the City must monitor and maintain on a 24-hour 7-day basis is its Information Technology protection and utilization. The City recognizes that maintaining the integrity of the City's computer system and the protection of data and confidential information contained on that system are vital for the efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and quality of work generated by City employees.
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This increased use of the Internet and the proliferation of technological advances have, as stated, significantly improved the communications, research and work product of City employees, albeit at the increasing risk of exposing the City's computer system backbone and data stored on the system to damage caused by external sources, viruses, computer contaminants and unauthorized users. Also, as a full-service City providing public safety services, there are protections and procedures that must be used and required by the Department of Homeland Security and the Department of Justice. Therefore, the City imposes a strict policy to prohibit the usage of the City's computer system and network which would undermine the integrity of the system, data and confidentiality of information contained on the system and tend to impair employee job performance, efficiency or productivity. Given these concerns, the city staff deploys several techniques in keeping its IT Network monitored for a variety of exposures. We deploy multiple Network Firewalls and Intrusion Prevention programs, Network Access Controls, Username/Password protection, Software Access Controls on files, systems and applications, Data and Network Encryption, Anti-virus/malware protection, Web and Spam Filters, Physical Card Key Access and Security Surveillance, and yearly Information Security Awareness Training for IT Staff. So, no matter the size of the business or in this case the City, IT and Network security is taken very seriously.
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Cathedral City Ranked in the Top 50 Safest Cities in California – Again!
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Each year, Safewise.com reviews the national crime data and safety trends and releases an annual report called the Top 50 Safest Cities in California. For the second year in a row, Cathedral City was ranked in the Top 50 Safest Cities in California. In fact, Cathedral City ranked #41 out of 230 cities reviewed by SafeWise. It was the only … Read more
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“Jurassic Wonders” Officially Open in Downtown Cathedral City
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Museum of Ancient Wonders Showcasing 11 Metal Dinosaurs Along Highway 111 Crews have completed erecting “Jurassic Wonders”- a free dinosaur exhibit in Downtown Cathedral City that consists of several vignettes featuring a total of eleven metal dinosaurs that are equal in scale to their historical existences. The City of Cathedral City and the Museum of Ancient Wonders you to … Read more
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Senior Center Rummage Sale – Saturday April 2nd
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Get some bargains and raise funds all at the same time! Go to the Cathedral City Senior Center, 37171 West Buddy Rogers Avenue, on Saturday, April 2nd from 8 am to 12 pm for the 2022 Cathedral City Senior Center Rummage Sale. You will find all kinds of household items. Best of all, the proceeds of the sale help support … Read more
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Police Department Donates Trailer to CCHS Marching Band
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In February, the City Council authorized the Police Department to donate a 2003 Wells Cargo trailer to the Cathedral City High School Marching Band. On Wednesday, Police Chief Crum donated the gently used enclosed trailer from the police department’s fleet surplus to the high school band. CCHS Director of Bands Matthew Howe accepted the trailer that will be used … Read more
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ReFresh the Rainbow Crossing Paint Party
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It’s that time of year! It’s time to refresh the Rainbow Crossing in preparation for Cathedral City LGBT Days. So, we are putting on a Paint Party for Friday, March 18, 2022 starting at 9 am. Wear old clothes, a pillow or knee pads to kneel on, and old shoes. We have the paint, paint brushes and equipment, and … Read more
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Photo's of the Week
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Butterfly Festival at Panorama Park on March 12th
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Professional Yoga Instructor Patti Wexler 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 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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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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- FULL-TIME EMPLOYEE - $7,683.65 - $10,057.62 Monthly
- Department: City Administration
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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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