The City of Cathedral City recently hosted an appreciation dinner to recognize all Commission/Committee Members for their dedication and hard work in the community. The event, held at Nick’s Bistro on April 15, 2024, was a gesture of gratitude towards these individuals who play a vital role in shaping the city's future.
In a statement, the City Council and the City’s Executive Management Team expressed their appreciation, saying, "We would like to thank all commissioners and committee members for their incredible commitment to this community and everything they do each day to make Cathedral City a better place to live, learn, work, and play."
Among those recognized were members of various commissions and committees, including the Planning Commission, the Architectural Review Committee, the Historic Preservation Committee, the Public Arts Commission, the Parks and Community Events Commission, the Mobile Home Fair Practices Commission, the Palm Springs International Airport Commission, the Finance Advisory Committee, and the Cannabis Task Force.
The list of Commission/Committee Members for the 2023-2024 term includes individuals such as Skye Daley, Danny Lee, Craig Loe, Rich Malacoff, Ralph Thompson-Cantua, Dean Keefer, Tanner Hoss, John Rivera, Stephen Burchard, Mitchell King, Danielle Mead, Baudilio “JR” Corrales, Charlotte Huter-Copper, Peter Bedard, Craig Liebelt, Sunshine Herrera, Cristal Mojica, Tom Rudolph, Leonard “Rick” Travis, Angel Herrera, Mario Jimenez, Richard Martinez, Antonio Baciu, Erin Hyland, Ruth Fernandez, Rick Saldivar, Patrick Evans, Tony Michaelis, Nancy Crandall, Greg Gregorian, Teri Hargreaves, Kenneth Churchill, Theoden Parker, Charlie Kieley, James Lawrence, and Armando Perez.
The City of Cathedral City is known for its commitment to diversity, affordable housing options, vibrant businesses, and well-maintained neighborhoods. The city has also been proactive in addressing issues surrounding homelessness through compassionate and collaborative programs.
The appreciation dinner served as a reminder of the collective effort and dedication put forth by these individuals to make Cathedral City a welcoming and thriving community.