February 23, 2023

Community Update
by Dr. Stone James - Economic Development Director

In the last economic development update, we learned economic development is “programs, policies, and activities that seek to improve the economic well-being and quality of life for a community, by creating and retaining jobs, and providing a stable tax base.”

In terms of economic activity, well-being, and quality of life, Cathedral City is bustling! An exclusive Southern California private home builder, Williams Homes, is having their grand opening at their first-ever Cathedral City project this Saturday, Feb. 25, 2023. Their new home project is located within the Campanile community on Ramon Road just west of Da Vall Drive. You can preview their Spanish, Bungalow, and California-inspired new homes and enjoy great food beginning at 11:00 a.m. and running through 3:00 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 25.

Williams Homes is not the only award-winning home builder active within Cathedral City! GHA Communities, a long-time Coachella Valley luxury home builder based right here in Cathedral City is offering Village of Rio Del Sol consisting of several new collections, within Rio Del Sol. If you want to be inspired by desert living at its best coupled with cutting-edge modern architecture, visit their recently finished model homes. The Village of Rio Del Sol is located on the south side of Gerald Ford Drive west of Da Vall Drive. Model homes are now open.

Economic activity is one thing, but what about quality of life? If you have not been to our Downtown Arts and Entertainment District in a while, you are missing out! It feels like yesterday Luchador Brewery opened next to CV Rep Theater. If you have not been inside Luchador to enjoy a street taco, craft beer, or an assortment of other menu options, you need to go! Their food is excellent, affordably priced, and served in a fun environment.

Desert Thai Authentic Thai Cuisine and Brunch 101 are two other new additions to the Pickfair Promenade. Brunch 101 completely lives up to the hype. While there will always be a place in my heart for Salt Flats, if Salt Flats could be replaced, Brunch 101 is working to fill their shoes. My spouse and I enjoyed brunch this last Saturday and the food did not disappoint! We will definitely be back! While I have yet to try Desert Thai, I have heard rave reviews.

All these great restaurants within our Downtown Arts and Entertainment District mean one thing: now is the perfect time to pair fabulous culinary experiences with the arts. Whether it be CV Rep’s dramatic arts, Mary Pickford Movie Theatre’s cinematic arts, or Cathedral City Community Amphitheater’s performing arts, there are so many options for great afternoons and evenings out on the town.

To stay on top of Economic Development activities and information, please bookmark www.ccedd.org. You can improve our streets and enhance revenue for City services by keeping as much of your daily shopping dollars within Cathedral City city limits. A simple Google or Yelp search will identify businesses within Cathedral City that need your support. Did you know helping our local businesses thrive by shopping local is the best way to attract new businesses? Attracting new investment is also accomplished by keeping our properties clean, weed, and debris-free. Property appearance is an important selling point when prospective investors are looking for the perfect location. Everyone is a part of Cathedral City's long-term success, and your efforts are helping elevate Cathedral City to new levels.

The Economic Development Department wishes you and your family great health, happiness, and success in the new year. Thank you for making Cathedral City the great community it is.

News

City Council of Cathedral City Approves Resolution Establishing Application Process for Historic Designation

City Council of Cathedral City Approves Resolution Establishing Application Process for Historic Designation
The City Council of Cathedral City approved a resolution establishing application fees for historic designation at the regular meeting on Wednesday, Feb. 22, 2023. The resolution is part of the Historic Preservation Ordinance, Chapter 8.62 of the Cathedral City Municipal Code, which was approved by the City Council on November 30, 2022. The Ordinance establishes three application processes; 1) to …

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City Council Approves Drone Light Show as Part of 7th Annual Cathedral City LGBT Days

The City Council of Cathedral City approved a gift in the amount of $45,000 from Grizzly Entertainment for a drone light show at Cathedral City LGBT Days. The unanimous vote took place at the regular meeting on Wednesday, Feb. 22, 2023. Grizzly Entertainment recently conducted a 200-drone unit light show at the Cathedral City Hot Air Balloon Festival on Friday, …

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City Council Approves Drone Light Show as Part of 7th Annual Cathedral City LGBT Days

Join Cathedral City Fire Department for Breakfast Celebrating New Ambulance on Sat. March 4, 2023

Join Cathedral City Fire Department for Breakfast Celebrating New Ambulance on Sat. March 4, 2023
The Cathedral City Fire Department invites residents to a breakfast event celebrating the unveiling of the City's new ambulance. Join us on Saturday, March 4, 2023, at 32100 Desert Vista Cathedral City, CA 92234, for a hearty breakfast of pancakes, eggs, sausage or bacon. Coffee and juice will be served from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. The new ambulance will …

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Photos of the Week

The 19th annual Mary Nutter Collegiate Classic Softball tournament has begun.
February 23 - 26 at Big League Dreams, Cathedral City
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Events

Mary Nutter Collegiate Classic

February 23-26, 2023
The Mary Nutter Collegiate Classic (MNCC) returns to Cathedral City’s Big League Dreams Sports Park, located at 33700 Date Palm Drive, Feb. 23-26, 2023. MNCC is the nation’s largest and most prestigious preseason college softball tourney, featuring more than 25 Top Division I NCAA softball teams.

Every game of the 19th annual Mary Nutter Classic will be available live and via replay exclusively on FloSoftball.com via FloPRO subscription, which offers unfettered access to live and archived footage of top club and college softball ...Read more

Yoga at the Amphitheater

February 28, 2023
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.

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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First Friday Art Walk

March 3, 2023
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
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7th Annual Cathedral City LGBT Days

March 3-5, 2023
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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Unveiling of a New Ambulance

March 4, 2023
The Cathedral City Fire Department invites you to the unveiling of our new ambulance

A hearty breakfast of pancakes, eggs, sausage or bacon, coffee, and juice will be served from 8 AM to 10 AM

Please join us for breakfast and a ceremonial push-back on March 4th. ... Read more
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Butterfly Festival

March 11, 2023
Celebrate butterflies and your creativity with S.C.R.A.P. Gallery, Cathedral City Library, and the Parks & Community Events Commission at the Butterfly Festival on Saturday, March 11, 2023, at Panorama Park in Cathedral City!

Job Openings

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Coming Soon:

● Administrative Assistant
(Engineering)
● Analyst I/II
(Code Compliance)
● Analyst I/II
(Engineering)
● Engineering Technician I
● Chief Building Official
To view current job opportunities, apply for a position, or submit an interest card, please visit joincathedralcity.org
For Questions or Comments, Contact Ryan Hunt, Communications & Events Manager
rhunt@cathedralcity.gov
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