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Community Update
by John A. Corella, P.E. – Director of Engineering/Public Works
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Updates on Upcoming Projects
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The Engineering Division has been actively working on Projects being readied for construction this spring and summer and I want to take this opportunity to get you up to speed on these major Projects.
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Via De Anza Street Improvements – Phase II
The Via De Anza Street Improvements – Phase II Project consists of widening the east side of Via De Anza to its full width by installing curb, gutter and sidewalk between Dinah Shore Drive and Olancha Road (and as you may recall, and/or have seen, the west side of this roadway was completed a few months ago). In addition, in coordination with the Coachella Valley Water District (CVWD), this Project will also include the installation of a new domestic water main. This Project will be bid out in the next month and is expected to be completed by the end of June. The Project is shown in green below.
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Date Palm Drive Pavement Rehabilitation Project
This past November 2022 the City Council awarded HR Green Pacific, Inc. a roadway design Project for the plans and specifications to rehabilitate Date Palm Drive from Ramon Road to Gerald Ford Drive and the reconstruction of the Date Palm Drive/30th intersection. With $5.0 million in actual construction funding available, it is estimated that the City will be able to fund a contract for the Ramon Road to Dinah Shore Drive reconstruction portion of Date Palm Drive and the reconstruction of the Date Palm Drive/30th Avenue intersection. If it is determined that the funding available is adequate to cover extending the reconstruction Project further south toward and/or up to Gerald Ford Drive, the roadway section will be included in the contract. This Project is expected to be bid out within three months and will be constructed this summer. The location of the roadway reconstruction work is shown below.
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Spring of 2023 Pavement Maintenance Program
Since 2015, the City of Cathedral City has effectively used Rubberized Emulsion Aggregate Slurry (REAS) as the primary pavement maintenance surface treatment to preserve the asphalt on public streets. “REAS” as we at the City commonly called it, is a roadway treatment that has proven effective due to its durability, longevity, and the added benefit of dampening roadway tire noise (understandably since REAS is made from crumb rubber and recycled tires). The areas where REAS will be applied are as follows:
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- La Pasada Neighborhood: The scope of the La Pasada Neighborhood work will include the application of both Type II and Type III REAS. Each REAS type will be applied according to the evaluated condition of the existing roads. A crack-sealing treatment will precede the REAS application. Street striping and marking will occur after the REAS application has been completed. A map of the streets that will receive REAS is shown below.
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- Avenida Maravilla, Avenida La Paz, and Avenida La Vista: The scope of the work on Avenida Maravilla, Avenida La Paz and Avenida La Vista will include a crack seal treatment, a Type II REAS application and the installation of street striping and markings. The Project limits for Avenida Maravilla are the two miles from Vista Chino to Ramon Road. The Project limits for Avenida La Paz and Avenida La Vista are one mile each, respectively, from Vista Chino to 30th Avenue. Maps of the Project areas with the roadway sections designated are below.
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- Date Palm Drive (I-10 Interchange to Varner Road): The scope of work on Date Palm Drive will include crack seal, Type II REAS application and the installation of street striping and markings. The Project limits are just short of a mile from Varner Road to the I-10 Interchange. A Map of the Project area is shown below.
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For us to complete these projects we will need to work together. If you live in one of the areas where this work is scheduled, you will be inconvenienced when construction is underway on your street. We will limit your inconvenience the best we can. There will be a period and/or periods of time that you will not be able to drive on your street. Street signage and door hangers will be placed seventy-two (72) hours in advance of all work so that you are notified of upcoming work, parking, and street access limitations.
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- WARNING: At times there will be dirt roadways, noise, vibration, smell, and/or workers along your frontages within the right of way. In addition, your street parking may be limited, access to your street and/or driveway may be impaired. In order for the Contractor to complete the roadway work, these instances will predictably occur.
- TEAMWORK: This is a part of the roadway work that you, as the recipient of the newly rehabilitated street, will have to participate in. Thus, I am asking that you be part of the team and understand the inconveniences, be patient and look forward to a newly rehabilitated street.
- EMERGENCY ACCESS: The Contractor and the City’s First Responders (Police and Fire) will always work hand in hand to provide emergency access.
Remember to be extra diligent in construction zones, observe the signs, drive within the posted speed limits, and overall, be safe. Happy motoring!
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If you have any questions regarding this Community Update and the Projects discussed, please call me, John A. Corella, P.E. at 760-770-0327 or email me at JCorella@cathedralcity.gov.
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City Council of Cathedral City Appoints Antonio Baciu, Angel Herrera to Parks & Community Events Commission
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The City Council of Cathedral City unanimously approved the appointments of Antonio Baciu and Angel Herrera to the Parks & Community Events Commission: Angel Herrera will fill the vacant seat for a term continuing through June 30, 2023 (nominated by Mayor Pro Tem Mark Carnevale). Antonio Baciu will fill the vacant seat for a term continuing through June 30, 2024 …
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Cathedral City Proudly Announces Its 7th Annual
LGBT Days Taking Place March 3-5, 2023
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As California’s first Pride event of the year, the 7th annual Cathedral City LGBT Days again brings together numerous LGBTQ+ celebrities, artists, performers, media, community leaders, Coachella Valley residents and visitors for an unforgettable weekend of live entertainment, community engagement and fun activities from March 3-5, 2023. Friday night, March 3rd beginning at 7:00PM features the official Pride flag raising …
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Mayor Lamb and City Council officiate the opening of the
Mary Nutter Collegiate Classic Softball Tournament
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See you next year
Feb. 22-25, 2024
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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… Read more
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7th Annual Cathedral City LGBT Days
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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
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The Cathedral City Fire Department invites you to the unveiling of our new ambulance
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A hearty breakfast of pancakes, eggs, sausage or bacon, coffee, and juice will be served from 8 AM to 10 AM
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Please join us for breakfast and a ceremonial push-back on March 4th. ... Read more
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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.
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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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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!
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March 15, 2023
Join Dinner with Patsi at Bubba’s Bones and Brews, Wednesday, March 15, between 5pm-8 pm.
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Phone 760-699-7231. Located at 68525 Ramon Rd STE A101, Cathedral City, CA 92234
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Patsi will be there to pass her Red Hat. Donations go towards the Boy's & Girl's Club of Cathedral City. They will also be collecting food items for the Cathedral City Senior Center ... Read more
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● Administrative Assistant
(Engineering)
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● Chief Building Official
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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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