City Council - Regular Meeting - May 13, 2026 5:30 PM

The City Council of Cathedral City held a regular meeting on May 13, 2026, which included several procurement and budget-related discussions. Key procurement actions included the approval of contract amendments and extensions for public works maintenance and environmental conservation services, with one contract pulled for further labor engagement review due to compliance with California Assembly Bill 339. The council also approved the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) annual action plan allocating $482,495 for public improvements, including street maintenance and infrastructure projects, supplemented by SB1 funds. Additionally, the council adopted the city's fiscal year 2026-2027 road repair and accountability act resolution and approved updates to the municipal code related to stormwater and flood control standards. The annual renewal of the lighting and landscaping maintenance district assessments was approved, with budget adjustments reflecting current reserve levels and expenditures. The council introduced an ordinance to prohibit and regulate fireworks within the city to enhance enforcement capabilities. A significant land use and development item was the approval of the Forest Lawn Cathedral City Specific Plan, including rezoning and a mitigated negative declaration, to guide long-term cemetery expansion with considerations for parking and phased development. No new cannabis cafe regulations were adopted, but a study was requested. Overall, the meeting focused on infrastructure maintenance, capital improvement funding, contract management, and regulatory updates affecting city operations and services.