City of Cathedral City, CA

06/13/2025 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 06/13/2025 10:31

Cathedral City’s Discover Digest

A Message from City Manager Charlie McClendon

Our Commitment to Community: Sanctuary Laws and Your Rights

Recent events in our community have raised important questions about our city's role regarding federal immigration enforcement and sanctuary laws. I want to take this opportunity to clarify our position and provide you with valuable resources.
As many of you know, Cathedral City operates under California's sanctuary state laws, particularly SB 54 (the California Values Act). These laws require that we do not cooperate with federal immigration enforcement activities. This means the Cathedral City Police Department does not coordinate with, assist in, or receive advance notice of ICE operations. Our officers focus exclusively on local public safety and do not ask about immigration status when providing services to residents.
It's important to understand that while sanctuary laws prevent local cooperation with federal immigration enforcement, they do not grant local authorities the power to interfere with or obstruct federal operations. Immigration enforcement falls under exclusive federal jurisdiction .
Our sanctuary policies exist to build trust within our community. When all residents feel safe accessing city services, reporting crimes, and seeking help from police, our entire community becomes safer and stronger.
  • Cathedral City is committed to being a welcoming and inclusive community
  • All residents can access city services regardless of immigration status
  • CCPD will respond to calls for help from everyone in our community
  • You have constitutional rights during any interaction with law enforcement
Resources Available to Our Community:
  • California Attorney General's guidance on immigrant rights: www. oag.ca.gov
  • Local rapid response for immigration services: Text 951-388-2008
  • Free Citizenship Classes at Cathedral City Senior Center: Tuesdays, 10 AM - 12 PM at 37171 W. Buddy Rogers Ave. TODEC provides free assistance with applications and fee exemptions for qualifying individuals. Please c all 760-321-1548 or visit www.thecathedralcenter.org .
Our community's strength comes from how we support one another, especially during challenging times. I encourage residents to stay informed, know their rights, take advantage of available resources, and remember that Cathedral City remains committed to being a safe and welcoming place for all who call it home.
Together, we build a stronger Cathedral City.

CONE ZONE ALERT: Major Lane Restrictions Begin Monday, June 16, 2025, at Cathedral Cove Center

Cathedral City drivers should prepare for significant traffic impacts starting Monday, June 16, 2025, as construction begins on critical infrastructure improvements at the Cathedral Cove center area. Construction Details Beginning Monday, June 16th and continuing through Friday, July 11th, eastbound traffic on the main thoroughfare will be reduced to a single…Read more

Dinner with Patsi

Join in the fun at Dinner with Patsi and help raise funds for the Cathedral City Senior Center. Please bring non-perishables for the Cathedral City Senior Center Food Bank ...Read more

Free Kids Summer Movie Series 2025

Fridays, June 13 - August 1, 2025
The Cathedral City Parks and Community Events Commission (PACE), in partnership with the Mary Pickford Theatre, presents the return of the "Free Summer Kids Movie Series" happening every Friday at 10:00 a.m. starting Friday, June 13, 2025, through Friday, August 1, 2025. Doors open at 9:30 a.m. The film series offers free admission to see a different movie …Read more

Dive-Into the FUN!

Various Dates in July 2025
Join in a weekend of FREE water fun in Cathedral City! The Splash Bash and movie in the park on July 18th and Dive-in Movie from the pool on July 19th. Also planned is the 1st Annual Swim Meet (Adults on July 16th and Youth on July 25th.) Registration fee for the Swim Meet is $20 ...Read more

Amateur Radio "Field Day"

Members of the Desert RATS Amateur Radio Club and Coachella Valley Amateur Radio Emergency Service will be participating in the national amateur radio Field Day Event, June 28 2025 at the Cathedral City Library from 11am to 4pm. Since 1933, ham radio operators across North America have established temporary ham radio stations in public locations during Field Day to …Read more
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