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MINUTES
Cathedral City
Study Session
Wednesday, February 23, 2022
3:00 PM
Pursuant to AB 361 and Cathedral City Resolution 2022-06, this meeting was conducted by
video conference.
• CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order at 3:00 PM by Mayor Ernesto Gutierrez.
• ROLL CALL
Attendee Name Title Status Arrived
Ernesto Gutierrez Mayor Remote
Rita Lamb Mayor Pro Tem Remote
Mark Carnevale Councilmember Remote
Nancy Ross Councilmember Remote
Raymond Gregory Councilmember Remote
• AGENDA FINALIZATION
1. PUBLIC COMMENT
There were no members of the public that wished to speak.
2. CLOSED SESSION
City Attorney Eric Vail announced that the City Council will meet in Closed Session
to discuss the following items listed on the agenda.
A. Conference with Real Property Negotiator Pursuant to Government Code
Section 54956.8.
Property Location: Approximately 1 .8 acres directly south and adjacent to the
CVREP building, East of Cathedral Canyon Drive and
North of East Palm Canyon Drive, with APN 687-475-001
Negotiating Parties: City of Cathedral City and the Coachella Valley Repertory
Theatre
Property Owner: City of Cathedral City
Under Negotiations: Price and Terms for potential sale of real property
Danny Lee expressed his concern with the lack of transparency on the agenda
related to property negotiations. He feels that more information should be
provided in order for the public to be able to comment on the item.
City Attorney Eric Vail announced that the City Council met in Closed Session to
discuss item 2A. Conference with Real Property Negotiator and Coachella Valley
Repertory Theatre for Price and Terms for potential sale of real property.
3. STUDY SESSION
A. Revision to Chapter 14.12 Maintenance of Sidewalks and Parkways
Recommendation: This item is presented for information, discussion and
direction only.
Tami Scott, Administrative Services Director, provided an overview of proposed
revisions to the Cathedral City Municipal Code Chapter 14 .12 Maintenance of
Sidewalks and Parkways.
Richard Howe expressed his concern about a citation he received for the
sidewalk in front of his house after the City re-paved the street asphalt. He also
expressed that he is not supportive of the proposed revisions to the Municipal
Code related to transferring all liability to homeowners.
Danny Lee is not supportive of property owners paying to repair something which
they have no ownership over. He stated that he is not supportive of the proposed
revisions to the Municipal Code.
Denise Cross complemented the City Council for their decisions and all that they
do.
The City Council expressed their concern with the proposed revisions and were
not supportive of the changes.
City Manager Charles McClendon stated that the proposed revisions will not be
moving forward.
It was the consensus of the City Council to direct staff to bring back a thorough
analysis of the current codes addressing responsibility for maintenance and
repair of sidewalks and possible alternatives, including the creation of need-
based assistance programs to help mitigate costs for property owners.
B. Interview Applicants for the Public Arts Commission
Recommendation: Interview applicants that have submitted applications for
possible appointment to fill one vacant seat on the Public
Arts Commission.
The City Council conducted interviews for the following individuals to fill a vacant
seat on the Public Arts Commission:
Domenic Vermeulen
Craig Liebelt
Steven Acree
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The City Council will consider making an appointment to the vacant seat at the
Regular City Council Meeting of February 23, 2022.
ADJOURN
Mayor Ernesto Gutierrez adjourned the Study Session Meeting at 4:38 p.m.
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litCITY COUNCIL
MINUTES
Cathedral City
Regular Meeting
Wednesday, February 23, 2022
5:30 PM
Pursuant to AB 361 and Cathedral City Resolution 2022-06, this meeting was conducted by
video conference.
• CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order at 5:30 PM by Mayor Ernesto Gutierrez.
• PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Councilmember Mark Carnevale lead the Pledge of Allegiance.
• INVOCATION (MOMENT OF REFLECTION)
Mayor Pro Tern Rita Lamb offered a moment of reflection.
• ROLL CALL
Attendee Name Title Status Arrived
Ernesto Gutierrez Mayor Remote
Rita Lamb Mayor Pro Tern Remote
Mark Carnevale Councilmember Remote _
Nancy Ross Councilmember Remote
Raymond Gregory Councilmember Remote
• AGENDA FINALIZATION
There were no changes to the agenda.
1. PUBLIC HEARINGS
A. Consideration of revised City Council District Electoral Boundaries as
required by Elections Code Section 21621
Recommendation: 1. Receive a report from staff and the City's redistricting
consultant on the redistricting process and permissible
criteria to be considered to redraw district boundaries; and
2. Conduct a public hearing to receive public input on
district boundaries.
3. Review draft maps.
4. Select a preferred map.
5. Introduce the first reading of an Ordinance, by title
only and waive further reading, of the City Council adjusting
the Boundaries of City Council Electoral Districts of the City
of Cathedral City, California.
Geremy Holm, Best Best and Krieger Consultant, provided an overview of the
redistricting process and the fourth public hearing. He provided a brief overview
of Federal Law, California criteria for cities, other traditional principals, and the
previously presented draft maps. He presented draft map C version 2, draft map
D version 4, and draft map E for review and consideration.
Mayor Ernesto Gutierrez opened the fourth Public Hearing to receive input from
the general public related to the consideration of revised City Council District
Boundaries as required by Election Code Section 21621. Seeing none, Mayor
Gutierrez closed the Public Hearing and returned discussion to the City Council
A motion was made by Councilmember Carnevale and seconded by
Councilmember Gregory to select proposed Map E and introduce the first
reading of an Ordinance, by title only and waive further reading, of the City
Council of the City of Cathedral City, adjusting the Boundaries of City Council
Electoral Districts and redefining the Boundaries of all City Council Electoral
Districts of the City of Cathedral City, California.
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RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Mark Carnevale, Councilmember
SECONDER: Raymond Gregory, Councilmember
AYES: Gutierrez, Lamb, Carnevale, Ross, Gregory
2. PUBLIC COMMENT
Deborah McGarry, Public Affairs Manager Southern California Gas Company,
provided an update to the City Council related to winter billing.
3. COUNCIL REPORTS
Councilmember Nancy Ross reported that she attended the CVAG Energy and
Environment Resources Committee meeting, Taste of Jalisco, and Tour De Palm
Springs. She reported that the last dinosaur has been installed at the Jurassic
Wonders Exhibit and thanked all those involved with the project. She reported that
she attended her first Riverside Housing Academy with SCAG, which was complex,
and she is very optimistic moving forward. She also reported that she spent
Valentine's evening with her husband Bob and celebrated all he does for her. She
met with former Cathedral City Mayor, John Aguilar, who is now on the Coachella
Valley Water District Board, to discuss their plans for Cathedral City. She reported
that she met with staff to review the updates to the Cathedral City Municipal Code.
She also met with a builder interested in building on several infill lots within
Cathedral City. She reported that she helped facilitate the donation of a grandfather
clock to the Cathedral City Senior Center. She reported on the February 16, 2022,
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Special City Council Meeting. She announced that she held an open forum with a
gated community in District 2 to discuss their issues and concerns. She spent a full
day studying issues in the City, studying for the Riverside Housing Academy, and
preparing for two SunLine Transit Agency meetings. She attended a wedding of a
Cathedral City Commissioner and the Senior Center's 40th Anniversary celebration
held at Spencers.
Councilmember Mark Carnevale attended the Taste of Jalisco, which was an
amazing event. He reported that he attended a CVEP meeting. They are doing a
great job looking into the future. He reported on the Special City Council Meeting
where they discussed the 5-year strategic plan. He reported that he attended the
CVAG Homeless Committee meeting and stated that they are making good
progress. He reported that the Cathedral City Police Department did the yearly point-
in-time count and estimated that Cathedral City has about 60 homeless individuals.
He also reported that he along with Mayor Pro Tem Lamb met with staff to review
the updates to the Cathedral City Municipal Code. He reported that he discussed
two possible developments within Cathedral City with Stone James, Economic
Development Director. He announced that he and his son prepared and donated
food for 400 people for the Tour De Palm Springs event. He is looking forward to
attending the upcoming Mary Nutter Collegiate Softball Tournament, which is always
a lot of fun. He is also looking forward to the upcoming Tejano Music Festival on
March 5, 2022.
Councilmember Raymond Gregory reported on the pervious Regular and Special
City Council meetings. He announced that he attended the Tasted of Jalisco, which
was a great event. He reported that he was able to observe a Yoga Class at the
Cathedral City Community Amphitheater. He also reported that he along with Mayor
Gutierrez attended a meeting with staff to review the updates to the Cathedral City
Municipal Code. He hopes everyone had a good President's Day and Valentine's
Day with their friends and family. He reported that he attended the Senior Center's
40th Anniversary Celebration at Spencers. He announced that the Mary Nutter
Collegiate Softball Tournament is coming up and Mayor Gutierrez will be throwing
out the first pitch. He also reported that the Tejano Music Festival and the Butterfly
Festival are coming up and encouraged everyone to check out the City's website
discovercathedralcity.com for more information.
Mayor Pro Tem Rita Lamb reported that she represented the City at the Thrillville
Parade and Festival on President's Day and thanked all the volunteers involved. She
reported that the S.C.R.A.P. Gallery has a display at Thrillville as well. She reported
that the CVAG Mountains Conservancy Committee is reviewing grants and it was a
great opportunity to learn about how grants are written. She recognized Gary
Marshall, Chair of the Parks and Community Events Commission, who will be sitting
in on the Trails Management sub-committee in her place. She recognized two
Cathedral City High School wrestlers who will be competing in the CIF SS Division
Title matches. She reported that she had an opportunity to film another Corona Virus
Storytime and thanked Chris Parman for his help. She also attended the Dinner with
Patsi fundraiser, which was held at Bubba and Brews. She gave a shout out to Scott
Robinson, Executive Director of the Boys and Girls Club, for coordinating with the
new Firebirds Hockey Team and the Parks and Community Events Commission on
a field hockey demonstration. She received some resident concerns related to code
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enforcement and road paving/resurfacing. She reported that she gave a resident a
ride and he expressed how great automotive care is in the City. She announced that
the City's Spring mailer is available and has a wealth of information in it.
Mayor Ernesto Gutierrez hopes everyone had a great Valentine's Day and
President's Day. He along with City Manager Charles McClendon, met with
Assemblyman Garcia regarding the grant for the Dream Homes Park and possible
help with the College of the Desert Road Runner project issue. He reported on the
February 16, 2022, Special City Council Meeting. He participated in an early
morning news interview with KESQ to promote Taste of Jalisco and thanked Chris
Parman for all of his efforts. He also had the opportunity to promote the Taste of
Jalisco and the new Amphitheater on KNews Radio. He was able to kick off the
festivities of Taste of Jalisco by raising the American and Mexican Flag outside of
City Hall. He reported that he attended the Taste of Jalisco and was happy to see
some of the past Mayors and Councilmembers in attendance. He also reported that
he met with City Manager McClendon and Assistant City Manager Fuentes to
discuss the City and the upcoming agenda. He announced that he will be attending
the Mary Nutter Collegiate Softball Tournament where he will be throwing out the
first pitch. He also announced the upcoming City Hall at Your Corner Event on
February 24, 2022. He thanked everyone for being so active in the City.
4. CONSENT AGENDA
A motion was made by Councilmember Gregory and seconded by Mayor Pro Tem
Lamb to approve the following Consent Agenda items:
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Raymond Gregory, Councilmember
SECONDER: Rita Lamb, Mayor Pro Tern
AYES: Gutierrez, Lamb, Carnevale, Ross, Gregory
A. Waive Full Reading of Ordinances on Agenda
M.O. 2022-34
B. Minutes Approval
M.O. 2022-35
1. City Council - Special Meeting - Jan 22, 2022 8:00 AM
2. City Council - Study Session - Feb 9, 2022 3:00 PM
3. City Council - Regular Meeting - Feb 9, 2022 5:30 PM
C. Receive and File Payment of Claims and Demands for January 2022
Recommendation: The City Council acting in its capacity for the City, the
Successor Agency to the former Redevelopment Agency,
the Housing Successor Agency and the Cathedral City
Public Finance Authority Board receive and file payment of
claims and demands in the aggregate sum of$8,004,435.38
for the month of January 2022.
M.O. 2022-36
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D. Approval of Grant Expenditures SLESA FY 2019-2020
Recommendation: Approve the Expenditure Plan Appropriating Supplemental
Law Enforcement Services Account (SLESA) for FY 2019-
2020 allocation.
M.O. 2022-37
E. Rescind Resolution No. 2021-28
Recommendation: Approve Resolution No. 2022-_ Rescinding Resolution No.
2021-28 which authorized Pension Bonds and Validation
Action in Connection Therewith.
Reso 2022-10
F. HSIP 9 Traffic Signal Upgrades - Advantec Contract Amendment 1
Recommendation: Approve and authorize the City Manager to execute Contract
Amendment No. 1 to the Professional Services Agreement
with Advantec Consulting Engineer's Inc., in the amount of
$42,237 to prepare the alterations to the plans,
specifications, and environmental documents to
accommodate two additional intersection traffic signal
modifications for the Highway Safety Improvement Program
(HSIP) Cycle 9A, Traffic Signal Upgrades at Twelve (12)
Intersections Project (CIP # C08752).
M.O. 2022-38
G. CalRecycle Grants and Payment Program Resolution
Recommendation: Adopt a resolution authorizing the submittal of application(s)
for all CalRecycle Grant(s) and Payment(s) for which the
City of Cathedral City is eligible.
Reso 2022-11
H. Notice to Comply with SB 619
Recommendation: Adopt a Resolution authorizing the submittal of a Notice to
Comply with SB 1383 to the California Department of
Resources, Recycling and Recovery (CalRecycle); and
authorize the City Manager or his designee, to execute the
Notice of Intent to Comply application.
Reso 2022-12
5. ITEMS PULLED FROM CONSENT
6. LEGISLATIVE ACTIONS
A. Appointment to Public Arts Commission
Recommendation: To make an appointment to the Public Arts Commission to
fill one vacant seat on the Commission with a term
continuing to June 30, 2023.
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A motion was made by Councilmember Carnevale and seconded by Mayor Pro
Tem Lamb to appoint Craig Liebelt to fill an unexpired term on the Public Arts
Commission continuing to June 30, 2023.
M.O. 2022-39
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Mark Carnevale, Councilmember
SECONDER: Rita Lamb, Mayor Pro Tern
AYES: Gutierrez, Lamb, Carnevale, Ross, Gregory
B. Donation of a 2003 Wells cargo Trailer to CCHS Marching Band
Recommendation: To authorize the Police Department to donate a 2003 Wells
Cargo enclosed trailer to the Cathedral City High School
Marching Band Boosters, Inc.
M.O. 2022-41
A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Lamb and seconded by Councilmember
Carnevale to authorize the Police Department to donate a 2003 Wells Cargo
enclosed trailer to the Cathedral City High School Marching Band Boosters, Inc.
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Rita Lamb, Mayor Pro Tern
SECONDER: Mark Carnevale, Councilmember
AYES: Gutierrez, Lamb, Carnevale, Ross, Gregory
C. Desert Recreation District (DRD) Memorandum of Understanding (MOU)
Recommendation: Approve a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the
Desert Recreation District (DRD) for the costs related to the
annexation and election processes in an amount not-to-
exceed $286,749 and authorize the City Manager to execute
the MOU and related documents in a form approved by the
City Attorney.
M.O. 2022-41
A motion was made by Councilmember Gregory and seconded by Mayor Pro
Tem Lamb to approve a Memorandum of Understanding (MO U) with the Desert
Recreation District (DRD) for the costs related to the annexation and election
processes in an amount not-to-exceed $286,749 and authorize the City Manager
to execute the MOU and related documents in a form approved by the City
Attorney.
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RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Raymond Gregory, Councilmember
SECONDER: Rita Lamb, Mayor Pro Tern
AYES: Gutierrez, Lamb, Carnevale, Ross, Gregory
D. HSIP Cycle 10 Design Professional Services Agreement
Recommendation: Award a Professional Services Agreement to STC Traffic
Inc. in the not to exceed amount of $58,628 to prepare the
plans, specifications and environmental documents for the
Highway Safety Improvement Program (HSIP), Cycle 10,
High Intensity Activated Crosswalk (HAWK) Signal at
Ramon Road and Avenida La Paloma; and authorize the
City Manager to execute the contract.
M.O. 2022-42
A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Lamb and seconded by Councilmember
Carnevale to award a Professional Services Agreement to STC Traffic Inc. in the
not to exceed amount of $58,628 to prepare the plans, specifications and
environmental documents for the Highway Safety Improvement Program (HSIP),
Cycle 10, High Intensity Activated Crosswalk (HAWK) Signal at Ramon Road
and Avenida La Paloma; and authorize the City Manager to execute the contract.
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Rita Lamb, Mayor Pro Tern
SECONDER: Mark Carnevale, Councilmember
AYES: Gutierrez, Lamb, Carnevale, Ross, Gregory
E. Authorization of Task Order for Interwest Consulting Group in the
amount of$68,425 and issue the Advanced Engineering Fee for SCE to
begin the design of the East Palm Canyon Master Underground Plan
(MUP) for CIP #C08874
Recommendation: Authorize the Southern California Edison (SCE) Preliminary
Design and Engineering Advanced Fee in the amount of
$4,200 for the East Palm Canyon Master Underground Plan
(MUP) Project; and, authorize Task Order to Interwest
Consulting Group not to exceed $68,425 for the survey and
design services for the MUP and roadway widening design;
and, authorize the Director of Engineering/Public Works to
initiate the SCE Preliminary Design and execute Task Order
01 to Interwest, respectively.
M.O. 2022-43
A motion was made by Councilmember Gregory and seconded by Mayor Pro
Tem Lamb to authorize the Southern California Edison (SCE) Preliminary Design
and Engineering Advanced Fee in the amount of $4,200 for the East Palm
Canyon Master Underground Plan (MUP) Project; and, authorize Task Order to
lnterwest Consulting Group not to exceed $68,425 for the survey and design
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services for the MUP and roadway widening design; and, authorize the Director
of Engineering/Public Works to initiate the SCE Preliminary Design and execute
Task Order 01 to lnterwest, respectively.
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Raymond Gregory, Councilmember
SECONDER: Rita Lamb, Mayor Pro Tern
AYES: Gutierrez, Lamb, Carnevale, Ross, Gregory
The City Council recessed at 8:03 p.m.
The City Council reconvened at 8:10 p.m.
F. Task Order for the Design of Traffic Signal and Intersection
Improvements at Landau Blvd and McCallum Way
Recommendation: Approve a Task Order for the SB1 funded design of a Traffic
Signal and related intersection improvements at Landau
Blvd and McCallum Way with City cn-call traffic engineering
consultant Webb and Associates for the not to exceed
amount of $81,856; and authorize the Director of
Engineering/Public Works to execute the Task Order.
Danny Lee expressed his support for this item and hopes it will slow traffic down
in that area.
Danielle Mead expressed support of this item and feels it will be greatly
appreciated by the community.
M.O. 2022-44
A motion was made by Mayor Gutierrez and seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Lamb
to approve a Task Order for the SB1 funded design of a Traffic Signal and
related intersection improvements at Landau Blvd and McCallum Way with City
on-call traffic engineering consultant Webb and Associates for the not to exceed
amount of $81,856; and authorize the Director of Engineering/Public Works to
execute the Task Order.
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Ernesto Gutierrez, Mayor
SECONDER: Rita Lamb, Mayor Pro Tern
AYES: Gutierrez, Lamb, Carnevale, Ross, Gregory
G. Continuation of Teleconference Meetings
Recommendation: To adopt a resolution authorizing the City Council and
Commissions to meet via teleconference pursuant to
Assembly Bill (AB) 361.
City Manager Charles McClendon stated that the City Council will need to
consider whether or not to adopt a new resolution to continue teleconference
meetings pursuant to AB 361.
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Terry Applegate expressed her concern with the rise of COVID-19 cases around
the world. She recommends everyone continue to wear masks.
Danny Lee does not feel conformable participating in meetings if they were solely
in-person. He hopes the City will continue teleconference as an option when in-
person meetings resume.
Councilmember Mark Carnevale stated that he is open to returning to in-person
or continuing virtual meetings, however, he it is uncomfortable speaking while
wearing a mask and would prefer not to.
Councilmember Raymond Gregory feels there is no rush to return to in-person
meetings and expressed support for continuing teleconference meetings.
Councilmember Nancy Ross expressed her support for continuing
teleconference meetings.
Mayor Pro Tem Rita Lamb expressed her support for continuing teleconference
meetings.
Mayor Ernesto Gutierrez expressed his support for continuing teleconference
meetings.
Reso 2022-13
A motion was made by Councilmember Carnevale and seconded by
Councilmember Gregory to adopt a resolution authorizing the City Council and
Commissions to meet via teleconference pursuant to Assembly Bill (AB) 361.
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Mark Carnevale, Councilmember
SECONDER: Raymond Gregory, Councilmember
AYES: Gutierrez, Lamb, Carnevale, Ross, Gregory
H. Update on Emergency Actions Related to COVID-19
Recommendation: Update on Status of Emergency Proclamation. Possible
action to continue or rescind Resolution 2020-06.
Update on Emergency Actions taken by City, County, State
of Federal Agencies.
Possible consideration of additional measures to be taken.
Council may add items not listed on the agenda pursuant to
Government Code section 54954.2 by majority vote.
City Manager Charles McClendon reported that there was a big data dump into
the State's system on February 8, 2022, which was case information that was
backed up from the last month. He stated that he took that data and spread it
over the last 30 days to get a clearer picture. He stated that the numbers were
bad in late January through February, however, the numbers have since
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improved at the Federal, State, County, and City levels. He indicated that we are
still seeing increase numbers in deaths, which tend to lag behind. He feels it is
encouraging, although, there is still a lot of transmission occurring in the
community.
7. DISCUSSION ON FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
Councilmember Nancy Ross would like to bring an agenda item forward to invite
College of the Desert Superintendent Dr. Martha Garcia to discuss the Road Runner
Motors project.
Terry Applegate supports this item.
It was the consensus of the City Council to invite College of the Desert
Superintendent Dr. Martha Garcia to attend a City Council meeting to discuss the
Road Runner Motors project at her convenience.
8. CLOSED SESSION
ADJOURN
Mayor Ernesto Gutierrez asked that everyone keep the Nation of Ukraine in their prayers.
He adjourned the Regular City Council Meeting at 8:47 p.m.
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