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Community Update
by Charlie McClendon, City Manager
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City Council Committed to Planning Cathedral City’s Future
“If you don’t know where you’re going, you’ll end up somewhere else.” Yogi Berra
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Your City Council is committed to knowing where we are going as a city, a community, and an organization. Getting there requires planning and being intentional in all we do to make sure we arrive.
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While planning for the future has always been a priority for the City Council, recently their focus has sharpened through the following efforts:
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- Development and adoption of a five-year strategic plan for Cathedral City. This month's long effort included a community survey and several public study session meetings including an all-day planning session on Saturday, January 28, 2023. The Strategic Plan can be viewed here:
https://www.discovercathedralcity.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/StrategicPlan-FINAL.pdf. The plan will guide the city as we move into the future and will serve as a roadmap for future budget and resource allocation decisions.
- Development and adoption of the biennial budget for Fiscal Years 23/24 and 24/25. The budget is a planning document and allocates funds to implement the priorities identified by the City Council. The budget for the next two-year period was approved by the Council on May 24, 2023, and can be viewed here: https://www.cathedralcity.gov/home/showdocument?id=11220
- Development and adoption of the Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) and Parks Improvement Plan. The CIP and Parks Improvement Plans were adopted as part of the recently approved biennial budget document. The Parks Improvement Plan provides funding for the following projects over the next two budget years:
- Century Park - Repair and renew walking path, add crosswalk and ADA ramps in Century Park. Upgrade the baseball field, install new water splash pad, and enhance security features.
- Dennis Keat Soccer Park - Install crosswalk, ADA ramps, and parking lot at the Dennis Keat Soccer Park. Renovate and repair pedestrian lighting for fitness walking path.
- Downtown Dog Park - Build a park which has both large and small dog sections, a parking lot, restrooms, and four pickleball courts.
- Ocotillo Park - Install crosswalk and ADA ramps in Ocotillo Park. Install outfield fence for baseball field and upgrade mechanics of splash pad to recycle the water.
- Panorama Park - Install crosswalk and ADA ramps in Panorama Park. Install lighting for basketball court and baseball field, enhance security features, and upgrade splash pad area.
- Town Square Park and Fountain of Life - Install a new splash pad for recreation as the Fountain of Life art installation is no longer utilized as for recreation.
- Included in the five-year Capital Improvement Plan are the following street projects:
- Edom Hill Truck Climbing Lane
- Ramon Road Bridge and Roadway Widening
- East Palm Canyon Bike Lane
- Cathedral Canyon Bike Lane and Sidewalk
- Date Palm Drive East Bike Lane and Sidewalk
- Los Gatos Road Drainage at Date Palm Drive
- Landau/McCallum Intersection Improvements and Traffic Signal
- Varner/Date Palm Drive Safety Improvements
- Crosswalk At Ramon Road and Avenida La Paloma
- Date Palm South of Ramon and North of Gerald Ford Repaving
- East Palm Canyon Widening and Utility Undergrounding
- Via De Anza Street Rehabilitation
- Landau Public Alleyway Reconstruction
- Whitewater Area Between 33rd Ave and Dinah Shore Paving Project
- Ocotillo Square Neighborhood Streets Paving Improvements
- Da Vall Drive Pavement Rehabilitation South of Ramon
- East Palm Canyon Slurry and East Palm Canyon – Perez Rd to Auto Center Dr. Paving
- Cypress Rd/Santoro Dr. Drainage Improvements
- Papaya – Sunny Lane Area Slurry
- Panorama Neighborhood Streets
- Cove Cracks Street Improvements
- Cathedral Canyon, Perez Road to Bridge Improvements
- Date Palm Drive, East Palm Canyon to Gerald Ford Slurry
- Perez Road Slurry
- Ocotillo Square Neighborhood Streets
- Development of Master Plans. These plans will determine needs and guide funding decisions in the following areas:
- Information Technology Master Plan
- Pavement Management Plan
- Facilities Master Plan
- Entryway, Medians, and Lighting Master Plan
Arriving at our desired future won’t happen by accident. It requires planning and commitment to following through on those plans. The City Council and staff of Cathedral City are committed to making sure that arriving at our destination is the guiding priority in everything we do.
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City Council of Cathedral City Renames Two City Streets in Honor of Local High School Students
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Cathedral City Mayor Rita Lamb and the City Council unveiled two new street signs on Thursday, June 1, 2023, to honor two high school students from Cathedral City for their academic excellence. The Annual Student Street Naming Ceremonies will recognize Ms. Priscila Marquez of Cathedral City High School and Mr. Landon Kuykendall of Mount San Jacinto High School by renaming …
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Stay Cool This Summer at Cathedral City's Water Features & Recreational Swimming Program
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As temperatures heat up this summer, our Cathedral City residents, visitors, and families are probably looking for places to cool off in our community! The City of Cathedral City, the Palm Springs Unified School District and Desert Recreation District will once again provide recreational swim sessions and swim lessons at the Cathedral City High School pool. The agreement was approved by the City Council …
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“Free Summer Kids Movie Series” Returns to Mary Pickford Theatre June 16 – Aug. 4, 2023
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The Cathedral City Parks and Community Events Commission (PACE), in partnership with the Mary Pickford Theatre, presents the return of the “Free Summer Kids Movie Series” happening every Friday at 11:00 a.m. starting Friday, June 16, 2023, thru Friday, August 4, 2023. Doors open at 10:30 a.m. The film series offers free admission to see a different movie geared towards …
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The Annual Student Street Naming Ceremonies
Recognizing Ms. Priscila Marquez of Cathedral City High School and
Mr. Landon Kuykendall of Mount San Jacinto High School
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Hair Cuts with John
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9am - 2pm Appointment only - Cathedral City Senior Center Members Only 1st Thursday each month 25-minute appointments (please come with clean hair and no product) Call (760) 321-1548 $20 per haircut
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Qigong
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Qigong (thee-gong) is an ancient Chinese wellness system emphasizing breathing techniques and low-impact body movements Free! 12:00-12:30pm Tue and Fri following the Senior Fitness class except 2nd Tue and 3rd Fri Instructor Sifu Ron teaches simple exercises that help reduce stress and anxiety and can improve your positive well-being.
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First Friday Art Walk
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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 …
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PD in Motion: Movement for Health and Wellness
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Live Healthily! EISENHOWER LECTURES AND ACTIVITIES PD in Motion: Movement for Health and Wellness Every Tuesday, 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. Lisa Manning, CET Exercise is an important part of healthy living. For people with Parkinson's, exercise is a vital component to performing activities of daily living. PD in Motion incorporates exercise that focuses on maintaining motor function, increasing muscle strength, …
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Summer Cabaret Series - Alix Korey & Terry Ralston
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Alix Korey & Terry Ralston This summer, CVRep brings you a variety of talent to keep you entertained: from Tony Award nominee Christiane Noll to famed flamenco dancer Miguel Bernal to Broadway performer Alan H. Green to internationally acclaimed tenor Maximo Marcuso, and many more! Tickets are just $45 (+fees). To purchase tickets: Online: www.CVRep.org Phone: 760-296-2966 Theater Box Office: …
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Emergency Preparedness Grab & Go
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Join Mayor Rita Lamb, Councilmember Nancy Ross, and the Cathedral City Fire Department for an Emergency Preparedness – Grab & Go Event from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. on Saturday, June 10, 2023, at the St. Louis Catholic Church, 68633 C St, Cathedral City, CA 92234. This event will provide information on how to respond to an emergency, such as …
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Summer Movie Series
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The Cathedral City Parks and Community Events Commission (PACE), in partnership with the Mary Pickford Theatre, presents the return of the “Free Summer Kids Movie Series” happening every Friday at 11:00 a.m. starting Friday, June 16, 2023, thru Friday, August 4, 2023. Doors open at 10:30 a.m. The film series offers free admission to see a different movie geared towards kids …
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Vaccine Day
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Pneumonia, Shingles and Bivalent Covid-19 Vaccines with Rite Aid Tues, June 20, 1:00-3:30 pm Call 760-321-1548 to pre-register Please bring your identification and Medicare and/or other insurance card
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Healing Sound Bath with Simeon Den
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Experience the healing benefits of crystal "Tibetan singing bowls" Relax. Recharge. Harmonize Mind, Body & Spirit Saturday, June 24th 11 am-12 pm Call 760-321-1548 to reserve your spot! Bring a yoga mat, blanket, and/or pillow Suggested donation: $20 per person
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Coachella Valley's
Battle in the Desert
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Come watch the sport of amateur boxing at the Cathedral City Community Amphitheater in Downtown Cathedral City. Doors open at 6:00 pm 1st boxing match starts at approximately 7:00 pm For tickets, contact Jesus Gonzalez (760) 335-8895
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Halloween Spooktacular
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Presented by State Farm Agent, Phil Goodge Cathedral City’s Halloween Spooktacular features trick or treating with over 50,000 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 …
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To view current job opportunities, apply for a position, or submit an interest card, please visit joincathedralcity.org org
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