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Community Update
by George Crum, Chief of Police
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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 officer’s or civilian employee’s conduct or behavior. A Chief must investigate internal and external complaints and take them seriously to earn 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 clear 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 community’s trust and confidence.
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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 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 including rendering of appropriate discipline.
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Cathedral City Evening Rotary's 4th Annual Mayors’ Cup Golf Tournament is Dec. 10, 2022
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The Cathedral City Evening Rotary is hosting the Mayors’ Cup Golf Tournament at Date Palm Country Club on Saturday, Dec. 10, 2022. Registration begins at 8 a.m. The charity event will honor current Mayor Ernesto Gutierrez and Mayor Pro Tem Rita Lamb, Council Member Mark Carnevale, Council Member Nancy Ross, as well as past Mayors Stan Henry, John Aguilar, … Read more
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Jurassic Wonders Instagram Photo Contest Winners Announced by Public Arts Commission
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Two grand prize winners, James Olive and the Boys and Girls Club of Cathedral City, were selected as the grand prize winners of the Jurassic Wonders Instagram Photo Contest during the last Public Arts Commission meeting on Nov. 1, 2022. The third-place winner was Little Sergio Photography. The City of Cathedral City and the Public Arts Commission would like to … Read more
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Perez Art District Hosts Free Art Walk in Cathedral City on First Friday of Every Month
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The Perez Art District hosts a free art walk on the First Friday of EVERY month, October-June from 5-8 p.m. Visitors can meander down the street, visiting artists in their studios to not only see where the art is created, but to also buy art directly from the artists. Unlike other gallery districts, The Perez Art District is a collection … Read more
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North Pole Village at Snowfest
Wednesday, December 7, 2022
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Santa's Sleigh provided by
Title Sponsor Comfort Air
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DJ Shauna with some
Jingle Bell Rock
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Snow-Festers pose with
Santa & Mrs. Claus
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Cathedral City Evening Rotary's 4th Annual
Mayors’ Cup Golf Tournament
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The Cathedral City Evening Rotary is hosting the Mayors’ Cup Golf Tournament at Date Palm Country Club on Saturday, Dec. 10, 2022. Registration begins at 8 a.m. The charity event will honor current Mayor Ernesto Gutierrez and Mayor Pro Tem Rita Lamb, Council Member Mark Carnevale, Council Member Nancy Ross, as well as past Mayors Stan Henry, John Aguilar, George … Read more
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Zoppé: An Italian Family Circus is coming to the Coachella Valley for 10 days only. December 2 - December 12, 2022. Setting up in Downtown Cathedral City, across from City Hall. General Admission: $22 - Seats are first come, first seated. VIP: $42 (Limited Seats Pershowing) - VIP cushioned seats with backs are located in the first 2 rows around … Read more
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Free Admission to The Museum of Ancient Wonders
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The Museum of Ancient Wonders (MoAW) is proud to offer free admission on Saturdays from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., and on Sundays from, 12:00 noon to 4:00 p.m. to all residents of the nine municipalities that make up the Coachella Valley. The residents of Cathedral City are especially invited to discover the Valley's newest museum destination where they … Read more
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Cathedral City High School Winter Concert
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Winter Choir Concert – 14 December @ 6:30 pm.FREE admission – come one, come all!
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Featuring the CCHS Choirs, The Cougars’ Voice from Nellie Coffman Middle School & The Vocal Academy from James Workman Middle School. … Read more
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The Perez Art District hosts a free art walk on the First-Friday of EVERY month, October-June from 5-8 pm. Visitors can meander down the street, visiting artists in their studios to not only see where the art is created but to also buy art directly from the artists. Unlike other gallery districts, The Perez Art District is a collection of working artists’ studios where the artists enjoy sharing their work and the ideas behind them… Read more
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Join yoga teachers Patti Wexler and Nicole Cuhney every Tuesday morning, January 10th through March 28th for 2 Free Yoga Classes; Gentle Yoga at 8:30-9:30 and Power Yoga at 10:00-11:00 at the Cathedral City Community Amphitheater, 68526 Avenida Lalo Guerrero, Cathedral City.
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A Limited number of mats and blocks on a first-come, first-served basis. Bring your own yoga mat, bottled water, and hand towel. No need to RSVP, just show up ... Read more
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7th Annual Taste of Jalisco
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Music, Tequila Tasting, Carnival, Artisan Vendors & Authentic Cuisine The 7th 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 performance…Read more
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7th Annual Cathedral City LGBT Days
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Cathedral City Proudly Announces the 7th Annual LGBT Days Taking Place March 3 – 5, 2023 California’s First Pride Celebration of the Year As California’s first Pride event of the year, the 7th annual Cathedral City LGBT Days brings together numerous LGBT celebrities, artists, media, community leaders, Coachella Valley residents and visitors for an unforgettable weekend of live … Read more
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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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