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MINUTES
Cathedral City
Study Session
Wednesday, August 23, 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 Tern 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
1. PUBLIC COMMENT
Keith Meyers. expressed his concern with road closures as a result of Tropical
Storm Hilary and the clean-up. He also expressed his concern with the maintenance
of Varner Road and would encourage the City to do something about it.
Alan Carvalho expressed how proud he is to watch the National News and see the
Mayor representing the City well. He expressed his concerns related to volunteers
not being able to help and feels that once the City gets involved it creates
roadblocks. He stated that everyone is watching and reminded the Council that they
represent all residents. He feels they can do better and there is more that can be
done. He would like to see them reach out to the community.
2. STUDY SESSION
A. Dream Homes Park Progress Update August 2023
Recommendation: The Dream Homes Park Progress Update August 2023 is for
the City Council's information and discussion only.
Andres Perez, Assistant Civil Engineer, provided an update on the Dream
Homes Park Project progress. The following points were presented:
• Location of the Park
• Timeline
• Completed Task
• Park Equipment and Amenities
• Park Layout
• Budget
• Design Update
• Project Bid Update
This item was for information and discussion only, there was no formal action
taken by the City Council.
B. Update on the Strategic Plan
Recommendation: This item is presented for information, discussion and
direction only.
City Manager Charles McClendon provided an update on the Strategic Plan and
discussed the progress on the following goals:
• Goal A- Serve the Community with Pride and Dedication
• Goal B- Community Investment
• Goal C- Fiscal Stability and Sustainability
• Goal D- Innovation
• Goal E- Safety
• Goal F- Embracing, Inclusive City
This item was for information and discussion only, there was no formal action
taken by the City Council.
C. Council Salary Comparison Data
Recommendation: This item is presented for information, discussion and
direction only.
City Manager Charles McClendon provided an overview of the City Council
Salary Compensation and benefits. The following points were presented:
• Salaries set by Charter
• Council Salary History
• Regional Council Salaries
• Legal Process to Change Salaries
The City Council asked clarifying questions which were responded to by staff and
legal counsel. Direction was given to staff to do further research and
comparisons on benefits that are not part of the City Charter and bring them back
to Council for further discussion. This item was for information and discussion
only, there was no formal action taken by the City Council.
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ADJOURN
Mayor Rita Lamb adjourned the Study Session meeting at 4:28 p.m.
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litCITY COUNCIL
MINUTES
Cathedral City
Regular Meeting
Wednesday, August 23, 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
Mayor Pro Tern Mark Carnevale led the Pledge of Allegiance.
• INVOCATION (MOMENT OF REFLECTION)
Councilmember Ernesto Gutierrez offered the Invocation.
• 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
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A motion was made by Councilmember Gregory and seconded by Mayor Pro Tern
Carnevale to add an item to the agenda of subsequent need, to discuss the
ratification of a proclamation of the existence of a local emergency due to Tropical
Storm Hilary.
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Raymond Gregory, Councilmember
SECONDER: Mark Carnevale, Mayor Pro Tem
AYES: Lamb, Carnevale, Ross, Gregory, Gutierrez
City Manager Charles McClendon provided an overview of the recommendation to
approve a resolution to ratify the proclamation of the existence of a local emergency
due to Tropical Storm Hilary. He updated the Council on the City's efforts related to
preparation for and the cleanup of Tropical Storm Hilary, and recognized the staff
members that has been instrumental.
Brad Anderson, Rancho Mirage, recommended that the City revisit this resolution
every 14 days rather than every 60 days.
Reso 2023-29
A motion was made by Councilmember Gregory and seconded by Mayor Pro Tern
Carnevale to approve a Resolution ratifying the proclamation of the existence of a
local emergency due to Tropical Storm Hilary.
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Raymond Gregory, Councilmember
SECONDER: Mark Carnevale, Mayor Pro Tern
AYES: Lamb, Carnevale, Ross, Gregory, Gutierrez
1. PUBLIC COMMENT
Anne Bedrick provided an overview of the Perez Art District and requested support
to get the word out.
Rick Saldivar expressed his concerns related to how the City has handled volunteers
who want to help residents affected by Tropical Storm Hilary.
Tony Signoret, Interim Superintendent of Palm Spring Unified School District,
expressed his gratitude for all the work the City is doing to offer aide to the
community as a result of Tropical Storm Hilary and their communication with the
school district.
Brad Anderson, commented on the Council's approval to re-pave a certain alley way
in the City.
Dawn Eliott-Figueroa described her experience during and after Tropical Storm
Hilary. She questioned why help was not available during the event and inquired
what help is available now. She asked for any assistance available to help where
insurance will not.
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Arcelia Hernandez described her experience during and after Tropical Storm Hilary.
She questioned why help was not available during the event and inquired what help
is available now.
2. COUNCIL REPORTS
Councilmember Ernesto Gutierrez reported on the following:
• He thanked everyone for their efforts related to Tropical Storm Hilary
• He thanked Mayor Lamb for doing a great job communicating about Tropical Storm
Hilary
• His attendance at the Salvation Army's event with Congressman Ruiz
• His attendance at the Dream Homes Park Community meeting, which was held at
Agua Cliente Elementary School
• His recent vacation
• He discussed comments made related to the repaving of a certain alley way in the
City.
Councilmember Nancy Ross thanked volunteers for their efforts and generosity
during and after Tropical Storm Hilary.
Mayor Pro Tem Mark Carnevale reported on the following:
• He thanked everyone for their efforts with Tropical Storm Hilary
• A call he received related to homeless individuals at Cimarron Golf Course
• He announced that the Animal Samaritans is closed due to flooding
• His attendance at the Salvation Army event with Congressman Ruiz
Councilmember Raymond Gregory reported on the following:
• He thanked staff, volunteers, community partners, contractors and Mayor Lamb for
their efforts related to Tropical Storm Hilary
• He discussed the recent tragedy, where a woman named Laura Carleton was shot
and killed for flying a pride flag outside of her business
Mayor Rita Lamb reported on the following:
• Tropical Storm Hilary and clean-up efforts. She thanked everyone for their efforts
and communication.
• Her attendance at the recognition of Cathedral City Police Officer Juan Ramirez as
Officer of the Year
Stone James, Director of Economic Development, provided an overview of the City's
actions to prepare for Tropical Storm Hilary and the City's progress with cleanup
efforts.
3. CONSENT AGENDA
A motion was made by Councilmember Ross and seconded by Mayor Pro Tem
Carnevale to approve the following Consent Agenda items:
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RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Nancy Ross, Councilmember
SECONDER: Mark Carnevale, Mayor Pro Tem
AYES: Lamb, Carnevale, Ross, Gregory, Gutierrez
A. Waive Full Reading of Ordinances on Agenda
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B. Minutes Approval
M.O. 2023-132
1. City Council - Study Session - Aug 9, 2023 3:00 PM
2. City Council - Regular Meeting -Aug 9, 2023 5:30 PM
C. Receive and File Payment of Claims and Demands for July 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
$19,978,284.04 for the month of July 2023.
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D. Resolution Extending the Service Authority Fee
Recommendation: Adopt a Resolution of the City Council for Extension of the
Established Service Authority Fee Collection for the
Abandoned Vehicle Abatement Program
Reso 2023-30
E. Ratification of Traffic Signal Agreement with the City of Desert Hot
Springs 2023
Recommendation: For the City Council to approve an Agreement for
Maintenance of Shared Traffic Signals and Safety Lighting
between the Cities of Cathedral City and Desert Hot Springs;
and authorize the Mayor of Cathedral City to execute the
Agreement.
M.O. 2023-134
4. ITEMS PULLED FROM CONSENT
5. PUBLIC HEARINGS
A. City User and Regulatory Fees Update
Recommendation: Adopt a resolution updating and establishing user and
regulatory fees.
City Manager Charles McClendon stated that the Public Hearing was opened
during the August 9, 2023 Regular Meeting and was continued to this meeting.
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Kevin Biersack, Financial Services Director, provided an overview of the
proposed City User and Regulatory Fees.
Mayor Rita Lamb asked if there were any members of the public wishing to
speak, seeing none, she closed the Public Hearing and returned discussion to
the City Council.
Reso 2023-31
A motion was made by Councilmember Gregory and seconded by
Councilmember Gutierrez to adopt a resolution updating and establishing user
and regulatory fees.
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Raymond Gregory, Councilmember
SECONDER: Ernesto Gutierrez, Councilmember
AYES: Lamb, Carnevale, Ross, Gregory, Gutierrez
The City Council recessed at 6:57 p.m.
The City Council reconvened at 7:00 p.m.
6. LEGISLATIVE ACTIONS
A. Vehicle Tow Service Franchise Agreement
Recommendation: To authorize the City Manager to execute the Vehicle Tow
Service Franchise Agreement ("Agreement") with Southwest
Towing and Mohica Towing for a total period of three years
commencing on the date the Agreement is mutually
executed, with an option to renew for an additional three
year period.
M.O. 2023-135
A motion was made by Councilmember Gutierrez and seconded by Mayor Lamb
to authorize the City Manager to execute the Vehicle Tow Service Franchise
Agreement ("Agreement") with Southwest Towing and Mohica Towing for a total
period of three years commencing on the date the Agreement is mutually
executed, with an option to renew for an additional three year period.
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Ernesto Gutierrez, Councilmember
SECONDER: Rita Lamb, Mayor
AYES: Lamb, Carnevale, Ross, Gregory, Gutierrez
B. Balloon Festival GPS Tourism Grant
Recommendation: This item is presented for information, discussion and
direction only.
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It was the consensus of the City Council to support the acceptance of the Balloon
Festival Greater Palm Springs Tourism Grant which will be presented at the
September 13, 2023 City Council Meeting for formal acceptance.
C. Professional Services Agreement for STVR Support Services
Recommendation: Approve a professional services agreement with Deckard
Technologies for STVR support services in an annual
amount not to exceed $31,500 and authorize the City
Manager to execute the agreement.
M.O. 2023-136
A motion was made by Councilmember Gregory and seconded by Mayor Lamb
to approve a professional services agreement with Deckard Technologies for
STVR support services in an annual amount not to exceed $31,500 and
authorize the City Manager to execute the agreement.
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Raymond Gregory, Councilmember
SECONDER: Rita Lamb, Mayor
AYES: Lamb, Carnevale, Ross, Gregory, Gutierrez
D. Authorization of Cooperative Purchases for equipment and amenities
for the Dream Homes Park Project CIP No. 7021
Recommendation: For the City Council to authorize the City Manager to
execute purchase orders or any other required documents in
the total amount of$1,191,668.69 for the following:
• Purchase and installation of fabric shade structures
with USA Shade & Fabric Structures, Inc.
Purchase and installation of playground equipment
and soft surface with Landscape Structures, Inc.
Purchase of site furnishing with Coast Creation, Inc.
• Purchase of hardtop shade structures with Icon
Shade Systems Inc.
Purchase of exercise equipment with Greenfields
Outdoor Fitness, Inc.
All the above required for the construction of Dream Homes
Park Project CIP No. 7021.
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A motion was made by Councilmember Gutierrez and seconded by Mayor Lamb
to authorize the City Manager to execute purchase orders or any other required
documents in the total amount of $1, 191,668.69 for the following items that are
required for the construction of Dream Homes Park Project CIP No. 7021:
• Purchase and installation of fabric shade structures with USA Shade &
Fabric Structures, Inc.
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• Purchase and installation of playground equipment and soft surface with
Landscape Structures, Inc.
• Purchase of site furnishing with Coast Creation, Inc.
• Purchase of hardtop shade structures with Icon Shade Systems Inc
• Purchase of exercise equipment with Greenfields Outdoor Fitness, Inc.
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Ernesto Gutierrez, Councilmember
SECONDER: Rita Lamb, Mayor
AYES: Lamb, Carnevale, Ross, Gregory, Gutierrez
E. Baseball/Softball Fields Reservation Application and The Fees Policy
Manual for Baseball/Softball Field Reservations
Recommendation: For the City Council to approve the Baseball/Softball Field
Reservation Application and the Fees and Policy Manual to
implement the reservation process for the City's baseball
and softball fields; and, review and the proposed fee
structure for future formal approval.
After discussion, the City Council provided their feedback and asked clarifying
questions, which were responded to by staff. They expressed their concern with
the section related to use of the concessions and requested the City reevaluate
and revise that portion.
It was the consensus of the City Council to support the Baseball/Softball Fields
Reservation application and the Fees and Policy Manual with the revisions
discussed this evening. This item will be brought back to the Council at a future
meeting for consideration and formal approval.
F. RCTC SB 821 Grant Funding Agreements for the Perez Road Class IV
Separated Bikeways and Whispering Palms Trail Class III Bike Routes
Projects
Recommendation: For the City Council to approve agreements with the
Riverside County Transportation Commission (RCTC) for
funding under Senate Bill 821 (SB 821) Bicycle and
Pedestrian Facilities Program, for the design and
construction of: (I) Class IV separated bicycle lanes on
Perez Road, and (ii) Class III bicycle lanes on Whispering
Palms Trail; authorize the City Manager to execute the
Agreements; and authorize the amendment of the Capital
Improvement Plan to show the amounts of$680,000 and
$1,062,000 for Class IV separated bicycle lanes on Perez.
Road Project and Class III bicycle lanes on Whispering
Palms Trail Project, respectively.
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A motion was made by Councilmember Gregory and seconded by Mayor Pro
Tem Carnevale to approve agreements with the Riverside County Transportation
Commission (RCTC) for funding under Senate Bill 821 (SB 821) Bicycle and
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Pedestrian Facilities Program, for the design and construction of: (I) Class IV
separated bicycle lanes on Perez Road, and (ii) Class III bicycle lanes on
Whispering Palms Trail; authorize the City Manager to execute the Agreements;
and authorize the amendment of the Capital Improvement Plan to show the
amounts of $680,000 and $1,062,000 for Class IV separated bicycle lanes on
Perez Road Project and Class Ill bicycle lanes on Whispering Palms Trail
Project, respectively.
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Raymond Gregory, Councilmember
SECONDER: Mark Carnevale, Mayor Pro Tem
AYES: Lamb, Carnevale, Ross, Gregory, Gutierrez
7. DISCUSSION ON FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
8. CLOSED SESSION
ADJOURN
Mayor Rita Lamb adjourned the meeting at 8:30 p.m.
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