Updated A.B. 1600 DIF Justification Nexus Study (September 15, 2023)
Development Impact Fees (DIFs) are a one-time charge on new development that is collected and used by the City to cover the cost of capital facilities, vehicles, and equipment that are required to serve new growth. In July 2021, the City adopted the updated July 1, 2019 Comprehensive General Plan (General Plan or 2040 General... Continue reading→
Moving Cathedral City Forward: 2023 State of the City with Mayor Rita Lamb Now Available Online
The Greater Coachella Valley Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with the City of Cathedral City, hosted the 2023 Cathedral City State of the City Business Awards & Expo on Tuesday, May 16, 2023 at the DoubleTree by Hilton Golf Resort, 67967 Vista Chino, Cathedral City, CA 92234. This year’s theme was Building Momentum: Moving Cathedral City Forward.... Continue reading→
Community Update – New Projects
In the last updates, we learned economic development is “programs, policies and activities that seek to improve the economic well-being and quality of life for a community, by creating and retaining jobs, and providing a stable tax base.” We ran through some of the fabulous restaurants within Cathedral City. From Mexican, Italian and Asian cuisine... Continue reading→
Journey With CCTV to New Businesses, Restaurants Opening Throughout Cathedral City
Check out the latest episodes of CCTV’s regular segment promoting and highlighting new businesses opening throughout Cathedral City! Host Conrad Angel Corral recently visited Desert Thai and Monster Shakes in Downtown (videos below). Please support our small businesses in the area and shop local. They are the backbone of our local economy. Journey with CCTV... Continue reading→
Community Update
In the last economic development update, we learned economic development is “programs, policies, and activities that seek to improve the economic well-being and quality of life for a community, by creating and retaining jobs, and providing a stable tax base.” In terms of economic activity, well-being, and quality of life, Cathedral City is bustling! An... Continue reading→
What is Economic Development?
I ran into an esteemed colleague the other day while enjoying a cup of coffee in our Downtown Arts and Entertainment District. As we talked, the colleague stated he had seen a lot of economic development progress within Cathedral City lately and felt the city was building substantial positive momentum. After sharing his sincere appreciation for Cathedral City’s recent successes, he followed up with the question, “What exactly is economic development”? As an accredited economic developer, I get this question a lot. Continue reading→
Acrisure Arena Job Fairs
Opportunity abounds! Many part-time positions currently being offered start at $20 per hour with roles including ushers, ticket agents, food service and catering staff, security, housekeeping, parking attendants, guest services, and more. Applicants are encouraged to streamline the process and apply online prior to attending one of the in-person job fairs listed below. Tues, Oct 11... Continue reading→
Community Update – Economic Development
Over the years, we have discussed the community- and quality of life-enhancing initiatives your Economic Development Department has led or supported. We have discussed the City Council’s proactive leadership and initiatives which solved or are addressing complex community issues. We have shared important successes such as improving disadvantaged residents’ access to higher education, improving the... Continue reading→
Community Update
The Cathedral City Public Arts Commission is up to great things… again! Just last night, the Cathedral City City Council approved the Public Arts Commission recommendation to memorialize the life and contributions of three nationally-recognized artists. These artists, Tim Townsley, Bill Anson, and Joseph Novak, lived and worked within our Cathedral City Cove community. Beyond... Continue reading→
Jurassic Wonders Instagram Photo Contest Starts June 10th
Jurassic Wonders Instagram Photo Contest Starts June 10th Winner receives a private movie showing at the Mary Pickford Theatre for up to 20 people The Cathedral City Public Arts Commission is hosting a Jurassic Wonders Photo Contest this summer in celebration of Universal Studio’s Jurassic World Dominion movie being released on June 10th. To enter... Continue reading→