Local & Community
Cathedral City Wants Feedback Before Moving Forward on Septic-to-Sewer Project
Cathedral City wants to connect several septic neighborhoods to the public sewer system, but the project will only move forward if the entire construction cost is covered by grant funding. That's why the city and the Coachella Valley Water District are asking residents to show up to one of two meetings next week and fill out a survey before responses are due on September 18.
The meetings cover the Whispering Palms, South City, and Papaya and Pomegranate neighborhoods, all of which currently rely on septic systems. The first meeting is next Wednesday, September 9, from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. at the Ocotillo Park gazebo area, 33300 Moreno Road. The second is next Thursday, September 10, from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Boys & Girls Club of Cathedral City, 32141 Whispering Palms Trail.
Both meetings cover the same information, so residents only need to attend one. City and water district staff will be on hand to answer questions and help residents fill out the Property Owner Interest Survey.
The city says how residents respond could directly affect how much grant money is available for the project. If the funding comes through, homes would be connected to the public sewer system at no cost to property owners, and the existing septic systems would be abandoned. The city and water district list several reasons for making the switch, including higher property values, an end to septic tank pumping and repair costs, fewer odor problems, and cleaner groundwater.
Filling out the survey doesn't lock anyone in. It just tells the city a resident is interested, though it doesn't require anyone to actually participate if the project moves forward. Responses are due September 18.
By: Harrison Bluto
September 1, 2026
Latest Instagram Posts
The #NorteFire is spreading near San Juan Capistrano and San Clemente. Fire crews are working to contain the blaze as conditions develop. Stay tuned to NBC Palm Springs for updates. #NorteFire #SouthernCalifornia #Wildfire #SanJuanCapistrano SanClemente NBCPalmSprings
Strong winds are expected across Southern California today, with speeds reaching 25 to 35 mph. Officials warn of possible falling trees, downed power lines and hazardous driving conditions, especially for high-profile vehicles. Southern California Edison says emergency crews will be on standby for possible power outages. If you see a downed power line, stay away and call 911. #SouthernCalifornia #CoachellaValley #WindAdvisory #PowerOutage #SouthernCaliforniaEdison NBCPalmSprings
Sordid Lives is returning to Palm Canyon Theater October 30 through November 15! Playwright Del Shores joins NBC Palm Springs’ Tod Macofsky to talk about the beloved production and its long history in the Coachella Valley. Want to see the show? NBC Palm Springs is giving away two tickets! Enter on the promotions page at NBCPalmSprings.com. #SordidLives #DelShores #PalmCanyonTheater #PalmSprings #CoachellaValley DesertEntertainment NBCPalmSprings
🗣️ NO KINGS DEMONSTRATIONS ARE COMING BACK TO THE COACHELLA VALLEY! Thousands of demonstrations are planned nationwide Saturday, including FIVE right here in the Valley. Organizers say the goal is to help eligible voters prepare for the polls and know their rights. 📍 Events are planned in Palm Springs, Cathedral City, Palm Desert and Indio. Will you be hitting the streets this weekend? 👀 #NoKings #CoachellaValley #PalmSprings #Indio #CaliforniaNews
☕️ Social Time with Thalia & Jerry. No Kings protests?
Now Open! The new Agua Caliente gas station on Highway 111 in Cathedral City is officially open. A new stop for drivers in the Coachella Valley. Have you checked it out yet? #CathedralCity #AguaCaliente #CoachellaValley #NBCPalmSprin
A fire broke out Thursday morning at the KESQ News Channel 3 station in Thousand Palms, disrupting its morning broadcast. Fortunately, no injuries were reported. The fire has been extinguished, and restoration efforts are underway. Station leaders told NBC Palm Springs they planned to return to the air at noon. We’re glad everyone is safe. We’ll share updates as more information becomes available. #ThousandPalms #KESQ #CoachellaValley #NBCPalmSprings
🚨 FIRE AT KESQ WHILE ON AIR! A fire broke out inside the KESQ news station in Thousand Palms around 5 a.m. this morning, forcing the station off the air. 🔥 The fire started in an equipment room where cameras and batteries are stored. Thankfully, NO ONE WAS INJURED. The cause and extent of the damage remain unknown as the station works to get back on air. ❤️🩹 #KESQ #ThousandPalms #BreakingNews #CoachellaValley
☕️Social Time with Thalia & Jerry. Four or against daylight saving?
James Talarico is advocating for a solution to immigration enforcement that rejects "the extremism on this issue in both parties." Talarico said, "Joe Biden failed us during his administration." And now, under the Trump administration, Talarico said there is a "different kind of extremism" in enforcement.