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MINUTES
Cathedral City
Study Session
Wednesday, September 13, 2023
3:00 PM
City Council Chambers
68-700 Avenida Lalo Guerrero
Cathedral City, CA 92234
• CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order at 3:00 PM by Mayor Rita Lamb.
• ROLL CALL
Attendee Name Title Status Arrived
Rita Lamb Mayor Present 3:00 PM
Mark Carnevale Mayor Pro Tem Present • 3:00 PM
Nancy Ross Councilmember Present 3:00 PM
Raymond Gregory Councilmember Present 3:00 PM
Ernesto Gutierrez Councilmember Present 3:00 PM
• AGENDA FINALIZATION
There were no changes to the agenda.
1. PUBLIC COMMENT
Alan Carvalho, Cathedral City resident, thanked the City for their efforts related to
Tropical Storm Hilary.
Martha Vistica, Cathedral City resident, expressed her concern with illegal food
vendors in the City and feels all codes should be enforced.
2. STUDY SESSION
A. Presentation on Local Agency Formation Commission (LAFCO)
Annexation Process
Recommendation: This is a presentation only. There is no formal action
required.
Gary Thompson, Executive Officer, Riverside County Local Agency Formation
Commission (LAFCO), provided a presentation on the process of annexation.
The following points were presented:
• General LAFCO Policy Provisions
• Steps Prior to Annexation Application
• Initiating Annexation
• Annexation SOI Application
• Plan of Services
• Fiscal Impact Analysis
• Boundary Map and Legal Description
• Property Tax Exchange Resolutions
• California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA)
• LAFCO Staff/Executive Officer's Report and Recommendation
• Commission Hearing and Decision
• Protest (Conducting Authority Hearing) Provisions
• Annexation Subject to a Public Vote
• Certification of Completion (CoC)
• Special Circumstances
The City Council asked clarifying questions, which Mr. Thompson responded to.
This item was for information and discussion only, there was no formal action
taken by the City Council.
B. Sidewalk Vendor Ordinance Update
Recommendation: This item is presented for information, discussion and
direction only.
Sandra Molina, Deputy Director of Development Services, provided an update on
the proposed Sidewalk Vendor Ordinance. The following points were presented:
• Applicability
• Senate Bill 946 and 972
• Operational Requirement and Prohibitions
• Removal or Seizure of Product/Equipment
• Fines
• Enforcement Approach
• Complaint Data 2/25/2023 to 8/5/2023
• Licensing Campaign
Sunshine Herrera, Cathedral City resident, stated that the City declared
Cathedral City a Sanctuary City. The Cities of Indio, La Quinta, Indian Wells and
Palm Desert don't have a problem with illegal sidewalk vending. The City of Palm
Springs and Cathedral City, the two sanctuary cities, are having problems with
illegal sidewalk vendors. She stated that most of the people doing the vending
illegally can't afford to pay a fine and would love to sue a City for taking their
belongings. She feels they should consider all this when discussing this matter.
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Martha Vistica, Cathedral City resident, feels this issue is related to human
trafficking and recommends the Council watch the KESQ expose on Human
Trafficking. She expressed her concern with the potential health issues that go
along with sidewalk vending. She feels her health and welfare are jeopardized
with the sanitation issue being created by illegal sidewalk vendors.
The City Council provided their feedback and asked clarifying questions, which
were responded to by staff and legal counsel.
City Attorney Eric Vail provided a brief overview of the legal parameters related
to enforcement of street vendors. He asked for Council's direction on how to
proceed.
City Manager McClendon and Assistant City Manager Ambrose discussed the
practicality of enforcement in relation to staff resources and limitations due to
current state laws.
This item was for information and direction only, there was no formal action taken
by the City Council. Staff will work with legal counsel to develop an enforcement
plan based on the discussion heard this evening.
3. 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 LEGAL COUNSEL — ANTICIPATED LITIGATION
Significant exposure to litigation pursuant to Government Code section
54956.9(d)(2)
Number of Matters: One (1)
B. THREAT TO PUBLIC SERVICES AND FACILITIES
Pursuant to Government Code section 54957
Consultation with: Fire Chief and Police Chief
The City Council adjourned to Closed Session at 4:50 p.m.
City Attorney Eric Vail reported out of Closed Session during the Regular City
Council meeting and is reflected in the minutes of September 13, 2023.
ADJOURN
The City Council adjourned to Closed Session at 4:50 p.m.
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CITY COUNCIL
MINUTES
Cathedral City
Regular Meeting
Wednesday, September 13, 2023
5:30 PM
City Council Chambers
68-700 Avenida Lalo Guerrero
Cathedral City, CA 92234
• CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order at 5:30 PM by Mayor Rita Lamb.
• PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Councilmember Raymond Gregory led the Pledge of Allegiance.
• INVOCATION (MOMENT OF REFLECTION)
Councilmember Ross offered the moment of reflection.
• ROLL CALL
Attendee Name Title Status Arrived
Rita Lamb Mayor Present 5:30 PM
Mark Carnevale Mayor Pro Tern Present 5:30 PM
Nancy Ross Councilmember Present 5:30 PM
Raymond Gregory Councilmember Present 5:30 PM
Ernesto Gutierrez Councilmember Present 5:30 PM
• AGENDA FINALIZATION
There were no changes to the agenda.
1. LOCAL EMERGENCY ITEMS
A. Update on Emergency Actions Related to Tropical Storm Hilary
Recommendation: Update on Status of Emergency Proclamation, Resolution
2023-29.
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 staff provided a comprehensive presentation of emergency actions related to
Tropical Storm Hilary. The following points were presented:
• The Situation- Tropical Storm Hilary
• Emergency Management Cycle
• Department Preparedness
• Communications and Media Coverage
• Timeline of Events and Response- Aug. 17, 2023 through Sep. 8, 2023
• Recognition of Individuals and City Staff
• Community Resources
Rick Saldivar thanked individuals, organizations and businesses that came
together to help the Horizon neighborhood, which was most affected by Tropical
Storm Hilary.
Chip Yarborough, Panorama resident, expressed his concern with the lack of
hero pay for firefighters, the lack of communication to the residents in preparation
for the storm and the municipal code related to disaster protocol.
Jerry Meza, Horizon Road resident, described his experience during and after
Tropical Storm Hilary and expressed his concern with the services and
responses provided by the City.
John Hawkins, Horizon Road resident, expressed his concern with the services
and responses provided by the City during and after Tropical Storm Hilary.
Karina Perez, Horizon Road resident, described her experience during and after
Tropical Storm Hilary and expressed her concern with the services and
responses provided by the City.
Richard Ravanello, Horizon Road resident, described his experience during and
after Tropical Storm Hilary. He discussed the community volunteers that have
provided assistance to the residents. He feels there can be a better structure in
place and questioned who is going to stand up and help the community.
Arcelia Mendiola, Horizon Road resident, described her experience during and
after Tropical Storm Hilary and expressed her concern with the services and
responses provided by the City.
Elianna Mendiola, Horizon Road resident, describe her experience during and
after Tropical Storm Hilary and expressed her concern with the services and
responses provided by the City.
Ronnie Mendiola, Horizon Road resident, described his experience during and
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after Tropical Storm Hilary and expressed his concern with the services and
responses provided by the City.
Beatriz Toledo, Horizon Road resident, described her experience during and
after Tropical Storm Hilary and expressed her concern with the services and
responses provided by the City.
Andrew Velasquez, Horizon Road resident, described his experience during and
after Tropical Storm Hilary and expressed his concern with the services and
responses provided by the City.
The City Council recessed at 7:44 p.m.
The City Council reconvened 7:51 p.m.
Somu Desai, Owner Desert Promotions, indicated that his business was heavily
impacted by Tropical Storm Hilary. He inquired what the City plans to do to
prevent future flooding and the removal of the dirt from the area. He inquired if
the City will offer any resources for small businesses that were impacted by the
storm.
Margaret Gutierrez, Thousand Palms resident, provided her background and
experience. She expressed her concern with the services and responses
provided by the City in relation to Tropical Storm Hilary.
Silvia Hernandez, Horizon Road resident, described her experience during and
after Tropical Storm Hilary and expressed her concern with the services and
responses provided by the City.
Ramiyah Toledo, Horizon Road resident, described her experience during and
after Tropical Storm Hilary and expressed her concern with the services and
responses provided by the City.
Curtis Toledo, Horizon Road resident, described his experience during and after
Tropical Storm Hilary. He wants to know where the resources are for him and his
family because they deserve to be in a home like everyone else.
Analisa Cayabyab, Horizon Road resident, described her experience during and
after Tropical Storm Hilary and expressed her concern with the services and
responses provided by the City.
Julie Burgess, Horizon Road resident, described her experience during and after
Tropical Storm Hilary and expressed her concern with the services and
responses provided by the City.
Chunmez Xu, Horizon Road resident, described her experience during and after
Tropical Storm Hilary. She inquired about what is the City's responsibility and if
there are plans for flood control in the future.
Michael Sereno, Horizon Road resident, described his experience during and
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after Tropical Storm Hilary and expressed his concern with the services and
responses provided by the City.
Dawn Figueroa, Horizon Road resident, described her experience during and
after Tropical Storm Hilary and expressed her concern with the services and
responses provided by the City.
Brian Jay Jacobson, Horizon Road resident, expressed his concern with the
services and responses provided by the City related to Tropical Storm Hilary. He
urged the City to help.
Marlyn Reddy, Horizon Road resident, described her experience after Tropical
Storm Hilary and expressed her concern with the services and responses
provided by the City.
Terry Applegate, urged the City to work on a better process and structure related
to disaster situations and response.
B. Authorize Emergency Funding for Cleanup, Repairs and Emergency
Protective Measures Resulting from the August 20, 2023 Tropical Storm
Hilary Damages.
Recommendation: To authorize the City Manager to execute task
orders/purchase orders/contracts in the amount of
$1,062,000 for the Phase I Emergency Response Work for
Debris Removal (Cleanup) and Emergency Protective
Measures resulting from the August 20, 2023 Tropical Storm
Hilary impacts; and, approve a General Fund appropriation
in the amount of $1 ,062,000 to fund this initial Phase I
Emergency Response Work.
M.O. 2023-139
A motion was made by Councilmember Gregory and seconded by
Councilmember Ross to authorize the City Manager to execute task
orders/purchase orders/contracts in the amount of $1,062,000 for the Phase I
Emergency Response Work for Debris Removal (Cleanup) and Emergency
Protective Measures resulting from the August 20, 2023 Tropical Storm Hilary
impacts; and, approve a General Fund appropriation in the amount of$1,062,000
to fund this initial Phase I Emergency Response Work.
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Raymond Gregory, Councilmember
SECONDER: Nancy Ross, Councilmember
AYES: Lamb, Carnevale, Ross, Gregory, Gutierrez
2. PUBLIC COMMENT
Shane Massoud, Southern California Edison Representative Government Relations
Manager, introduced himself to the City Council. He indicated that he looks forward
to working with the City.
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Dorian Whitney, Cathedral City resident, expressed his concern with developing
certain areas of the City, which he feels causes climate effects like Tropical Storm
Hilary. He also expressed his concern with the lack of green infrastructure in the
City.
3. COUNCIL REPORTS
There were no Council reports.
4. CONSENT AGENDA
A motion was made by Councilmember Gregory and seconded by Mayor Pro Tern
Carnevale to approve the following Consent Agenda items:
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Raymond Gregory, Councilmember
SECONDER: Mark Carnevale, Mayor Pro Tem
AYES: Lamb, Carnevale, Ross, Gregory, Gutierrez
A. Waive Full Reading of Ordinances on Agenda
M.O. 2023-140
B. Minutes Approval
M.O. 2023-141
1. City Council - Study Session - Aug 23, 2023 3:00 PM
2. City Council - Regular Meeting -Aug 23, 2023 5:30 PM
C. Receive and File Payment of Claims and Demands for August 2023
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
$12,082,993.34 for the month of August 2023.
M.O. 2023-142
D. Rejection of Proposals for Professional Labor Compliance Monitoring
and Enforcement Services for the Dream Homes Park Project
Recommendation: To reject the one (1) proposal received for Professional
Labor Compliance Monitoring and Enforcement Services for
the Dream Homes Park Project; and, authorize the City
Engineer to re-advertise the Request for
Qualifications/Proposals for the before mentioned services.
M.O. 2023-143
E. Accept GPS Tourism Grant by the Greater Palm Springs Tourism
Foundation in the Amount of $29,926
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Recommendation: To approve and accept the $29,926 GPS Tourism Grant by
the Greater Palm Springs Tourism Foundation.
M.O. 2023-144
F. Special Use Permit 23-007 for the Cathedral City High School
Homecoming Parade Scheduled to be held on September 28, 2023
Recommendation: To approve Special Use Permit 23-007 for the Cathedral
City High School Homecoming Parade on Sept. 28, 2023,
and waive the application fee.
M.O. 2023-145
G. Approve the FY 2022-2023 Community Development Block Grant
(CDBG) Consolidated Annual Performance Evaluation Report (CAPER)
for Submittal to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban
Development (HUD)
Recommendation: To approve the City's Community Development Block Grant
(CDBG) FY 2022-2023 Consolidated Annual Performance
Evaluation Report (CAPER) for submittal to the U.S.
Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).
M.O. 2023-146
5. ITEMS PULLED FROM CONSENT
6. PUBLIC HEARINGS
7. LEGISLATIVE ACTIONS
A. Fiscal Year (FY) 2023/2024 Operating Budget Adjustments
Recommendation: To approve Fiscal Year (FY) 2023/2024 Operating/Non-
Personnel Budget Adjustments
M.O. 2023-147
A motion was made by Councilmember Gregory and seconded by
Councilmember Gutierrez to approve Fiscal Year (FY) 2023/2024
Operating/Non-Personnel Budget Adjustments
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Raymond Gregory, Councilmember
SECONDER: Ernesto Gutierrez, Councilmember
AYES: Lamb, Carnevale, Ross, Gregory, Gutierrez
8. DISCUSSION ON FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
City Manager Charles McClendon stated that the City is working with the County
Supervisor's Office, the Coachella Valley Water District, and the Flood Control
District to discuss the concerns related to flood control to develop a plan for the
future.
9. CLOSED SESSION
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City Attorney Eric Vail announced that the City Council met in Closed Session during
the Study Session meeting of September 13, 2023, there was no reportable action
taken.
ADJOURN
Mayor Rita Lamb adjourned the meeting at 8:57 p.m.
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