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Cathedral City
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Nancy Ross

District 2 Council Member2024-2028

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At a glance

News mentions
10

Term ending Dec 31, 2028.

Voice

Meetings spoken in
13
Total speaking time
1:33:53
Avg per meeting
7:13
Segments
2115

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Top issues during term (20)

critical↓Jan 2026[52]

Comprehensive Development Code Update

City expenditures on consultant services for the code update process.

critical↑Jan 2026[22]

Cannabis Odor Mitigation and Enforcement

Potential tax revenues from dispensaries versus possible enforcement and legal costs.

high↑May 2026[22]

Ramon Road Bridge Widening and Outreach

Funded through Federal Highway Bridge Program funds, CVAG, and contributions from Palm Springs and Cathedral City.

high↑Aug 2026[15]

FY 2026/27 Work Plan and District Art Initiatives

$10,000 general fund annual allocation plus Art in Public Places fund balance.

medium↑Feb 2026[13]

Panorama Park Dog Park Public Art Installation

Project costs will draw from the Art in Public Places fund.

medium↑Oct 2026[13]

Desert Bloom Residential Project Time Extension

Encourages future private housing construction and local residential development investment.

high↓Mar 2026[13]

Desert Recreation District Partnership and Park Maintenance

Impacts district finances and potential future parcel tax assessments for residents if annexed.

high↑Apr 2026[11]

Development Impact and User Fee Annual Updates

Adjustments are projected to generate additional revenue of up to $75,000 for impact fees and $250,000 for user fees annually.

high↓Sep 2026[11]

Automated License Plate Recognition (ALPR) Program Oversight

Ongoing operational costs are managed within the police department's existing budget.

high↑Sep 2026[10]

Measure W Budget and Expenditure Oversight

Involves a 4.5 million dollar annual forecast across five funding pillars.

high↑Oct 2026[10]

Civic Center Security and Dispatch Upgrades

Requires a general fund budget amendment of $133,594.51.

high↑Mar 2026[10]

FY 2026/2027 Community Arts Grant Funding

$70,000 allocated from the general fund.

high↑Oct 2026[10]

Mobile Spay and Neuter Clinic Partnership

Zero cost to the city or commission, with $3,000 fully funded by C4 USA.

high↓Sep 2026[8]

Foothill Cove Housing Development

Generates private investment and future property tax revenue for the city.

high↓Mar 2026[8]

Roadway Infrastructure and Traffic Signal Improvements

Total project costs of $927,742.40 for the Whitewater project funded via CDBG, CVWD reimbursement, and SB1 funds.

critical↓Feb 2026[8]

Esperanza Park Mural Project

$50,000 contract fully funded by a state grant with no impact on the general fund.

high↓Mar 2026[8]

Esperanza Park Roundabout Sculpture Selection

The mural project is supported by a $50,000 allocation from a $98,167 state grant.

medium↓Jan 2026[6]

Climate Action Plan Update

Project cost of $55,000 plus an 8,250 contingency.

high↓Mar 2026[6]

Trilogy by Shea Homes Project Revisions (Broadway Cove)

Encourages housing development and potential future property tax revenues for the city.

high↓Aug 2026[6]

GHA Communities 75-Unit Triplex Development (PUD 25-0001)

Private investment by the developer to construct new residential housing and public infrastructure.

Decisions during term (309)

Recorded while Ross was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.

approved4-0Oct 14, 2026

Excused Absence for Council Member Ross

approved4-0Oct 14, 2026

Consent Agenda Approval

approved4-0Oct 14, 2026

First Reading of Ordinance to Update the Cathedral City Development Code

approved4-0Oct 14, 2026

Security Cameras and Dispatch Alert System Budget Amendment

approved4-0Oct 14, 2026

First Reading of an Ordinance Amending Chapters 3.48 and 5.88 Regarding Cannabis Taxes, Licensing, AB 1775, and Odor Control Compliance

approved4-0Oct 14, 2026

Ordinance 894 Amendment, 2025 California Building and Fire Codes

approved4-0Oct 14, 2026

Waive Full Reading of Ordinances on Agenda

approved4-0Oct 14, 2026

Commissioner/Committee Member Attendance Record

approved4-0Oct 14, 2026

Approval of the Third Amended and Restated Joint Powers Agreement for Visit Greater Palm Springs (VGPS)

approved4-0Oct 14, 2026

Approval of the Development of a Satellite Training Ground at Fire Station 1 and Authorization to Expend Joint Apprenticeship Committee (JAC) and Instructional Service Agreement (ISA) Training Reimbursement Funds for the Purchase and…

approved4-0Oct 14, 2026

Purchase of One New Type I Ambulance – Fleet Replacement

approved4-0Oct 14, 2026

Acceptance of FY 2025 AFG Grant for Fire Station 2 Fire Sprinkler System Retrofit Project

approved4-0Oct 14, 2026

Notice of Completion for HSIP Cycle 9A: Traffic Signal Improvements at 12 Intersections (C08752)

approved4-0Oct 14, 2026

Approval of a Budget Adjustment to the HSIP Cycle 11C Traffic Signal Hardware Upgrades Project (C08756), and Approval of Amendment No. 1 to the Professional Service Agreement with RT Engineering and Associates Inc.

approved4-0Oct 14, 2026

Notice of Completion for HSIP Cycle 11D: Pedestrian Crossing Upgrades Project (C08757)

approved4-0Oct 14, 2026

Yoga Classes in the Cathedral City Community Amphitheater - 2027 funded by the Parks and Community Events Commission Events Budget

approved4-0Oct 14, 2026

Approval for the Purchase of a Meridian Traffic Control Trailer

approved4-0Oct 14, 2026

Amended Agreement for Services with Conrad Angel Corral for Cathedral City TV (CCTV) Production Services

approved4-0Oct 14, 2026

Agreement for Services with Poderosos Latinos, LLC for Spanish-Language Video Podcast Production

approved4-0Oct 14, 2026

Resolution of Intention to Establish Improvement Area (IA) No. 24 (Foothill Cove) - CFD 2006-01

Voting record (24)

23 yes1 no

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Voted yesSep 16, 2026

Consent Agenda Approval

Voted yesSep 16, 2026

Cathedral City Pride Event Name Change, Date Change, and Contract Amendment

Voted yesAug 12, 2026

Approval of Professional Services Agreement for Citywide Classification and Compensation Study

Voted yesAug 12, 2026

Consultant Selection for the Citywide Integrated Strategic Communications Plan

Voted yesAug 12, 2026

Approval of Professional Services Agreement with ICF Incorporated for Climate Action Plan Update

Voted yesAug 12, 2026

Letter of Support for Opportunity Zone 2.0 Census Tracts

Voted yesMay 13, 2026

Consent Agenda (Items 3A-3H)

Voted yesMay 13, 2026

Partial Approval of Public Works and Environmental Service Agreement Extensions (Item 3I)

Voted yesMay 13, 2026

Forest Lawn Specific Plan Project Approvals (CEQA, General Plan Amendment, Change of Zone, Specific Plan)

Voted yesMay 13, 2026

Approval of FY 2026-27 CDBG Annual Action Plan

Voted yesMay 13, 2026

Introduction of Ordinance Amending Floodplain Management Chapter 8.24

Voted yesMay 13, 2026

Initiation of Landscape and Landscaping District (LLD) Budget Proceedings for FY 2026-27

Voted yesMay 13, 2026

Introduction of Ordinance Adding Chapter 11.21 Regulating Fireworks

Voted yesApr 8, 2026

Consent Agenda Approval

Voted yesApr 8, 2026

Award Design Services Agreement for HSIP Cycle 12 Projects

Voted yesApr 8, 2026

Award Construction Contract for Cypress Road and Santoro Drive Retention Basin Project

Voted yesApr 8, 2026

Award Construction Contract for Cathedral Canyon Drive Sidewalk Project

Voted yesApr 8, 2026

Purchase Two Fire Department Administration Vehicles

Voted noFeb 25, 2026

CC Industry, LLC dba C4 USA Cannabis Dispensary License Appeal

Voted yesFeb 11, 2026

Employment Agreement for City Manager Andrew Feierstein

Voted yesJan 28, 2026

Consent Agenda Approval

Voted yesJan 28, 2026

Traffic Signal Head Backplates Change Order Request (HSIP Cycle 11C)

Voted yesJan 28, 2026

Award Service Agreements for Mountain Cathedrals Entryway Monument Project

Voted yesJan 28, 2026

Approval of Consent Calendar

In the news (10)