Go Behind-the-Scenes with Indio’s IT Department
Running a growing city effectively is no simple task. We must find opportunities to embrace new technology to better serve our residents and businesses today, tomorrow and into the future.
Our Information Technology (IT) Department supports nearly every aspect of an ambitious modernization program working in concert with all city departments. While much of our work occurs off stage, everyone can see the benefits. Over the past two years, the City has streamed City Council and Planning Commission meetings, as well as shifted to improve the online filing of forms and mobile operations for building inspectors.
Future projects promise even greater benefits, making a real difference in the community. For example, a Fiber Master Plan will evaluate current broadband infrastructure and make recommendations to expand high-speed internet service to underserved areas. A new EnerGov internet portal will provide convenient online access to licenses, permits and the status of pending applications. EnerGov will also add a 311 phone line to contact the City about non-emergency services and an app where residents can report concerns such as potholes and graffiti. A new website will act as a hub of information at our community's fingertips. These are only a few examples of the IT projects creating a more modern Indio.
The City of Indio IT Department plays a more significant role than simply protecting computers from hackers. Incorporating cutting-edge technology and streamlining government services ensures we can exceed expectations and save taxpayer dollars for generations to come, no applause needed.
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Director of Information Technology
Ian Cozens
Joined City of Indio in 2012 with more than 23 years of experience in IT.
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Join Us Center Stage Every Second Saturday |
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Get ready to rock 'n' roll with the whole family at the City of Indio's Second Saturdays on June 11.
Pop Gun Rerun will hit the stage with your favorite hits from the '80s, along with "Life of the Party" DJ Modgirl.
Second Saturdays include free live music, plus delicious local food from Indio favorites Smokey Lips BBQ, Outside the Masa, and brews from La Quinta Brewing Company! Enjoy tailgate party games and much more in the City of Indio’s Outdoor Living Room.
Free admission. For all ages. Don't forget lawn chairs and blankets for seating.
Location: Downtown Indio at Smurr Street and Miles Avenue
Time: June 11 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
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Palm Springs Life Features Mexican Restaurants in Indio
When you're looking for a place to grab lunch or dinner, pick up a copy of Palm Springs Life's latest issue featuring beloved Mexican restaurants in In dio, as well as the rest of the Coachella Valley.
Enjoy fajitas from Pueblo Viejo Grill, beef soup from Rincón Norteño, chiles gueritos rellanos de camaron from El Mexicali Cafe, grab to-go from Arriola's Tortilleria, and so much more!
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Desert TheatreWorks presents:
Old Jews Telling Jokes
Again with the jokes? Jewish humor is everyone's humor, and the laughs never stop in this something-for-everyone New York hit. Join Morty, Bunny, Nathan, and the rest of the cast as they demonstrate why "kvelling is better than kvetching." Classic and contemporary jokes mix with songs and monologues that showcase the funny side of birth, sex, old age, and more. Old Jews Telling Jokes is a gleeful ode to humor that will have you laughing till you plotz.
Show Dates: June 5-26
Tickets: Buy tickets online by visiting dtworks.org or call the box office at 760-980-1455.
Location: Indio Performing Arts Center, located at 45175 Fargo Street
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Young at Art: Summer Art Camps
“Young at Art: Summer Art Camps” return to Coachella Valley History Museum this month with four weeks of art classes open to children ages 8 to 14 years.
Weekly Sessions:
• June 6 - 10: Drawing Basics - SOLD OUT
• June 13 - 17: Clay - SOLD OUT
• June 13 - 17: Watercolor (Beginning)
• June 20 - 24: Clay - SOLD OUT
• June 20 - 24: Watercolor (Advanced)
• June 27 - July 1: Multi-Media Art
Classes are from 9 to 11 a.m., and registration costs $60 per student per week. All summer camp participants and their families are invited to the End of Session Family Reception on Sunday, July 10, 2022. Pre-registration and pre-payment are required to reserve a child’s spot in a class, and space is limited. To be placed on the waitlist, please call 760-342-6651.
Mindfulness at the Museum
“Mindfulness at the Museum” is a free, monthly brown-bag lunch event. On Monday, June 6, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Keto Customization Expert & Coach Michelle Borthwick will lead a discussion about food history, mindful eating, local agriculture, and its nutritional benefits for personal health. Participants will also gain access to the museum campus for one hour after the event free of charge. Please note that those attending should bring their own lunch.
History Hunters
Join us on Tuesday, June 28, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. for the Coachella Valley History Museum’s “History Hunters” in Pioneer Hall. Meetings take place on the last Thursday of each month and feature speakers, artifacts and local history. Contact Linda Beal at 760-250-8927 for more information.
The events spotlighted above are held at the Coachella Valley History Museum, located at 82616 Miles Avenue.
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Public Safety Campus Groundbreaking Ceremony Spotlight
Construction is underway on a $50 million Public Safety Campus. Three buildings at the site will accommodate a dispatch center, Fire Station headquarters and administrative offices for the Police and Fire departments.
The state-of-the-art campus will provide a new resource for police officers and a home for the firefighters. The facility will also enhance the workspace available for emergency dispatchers.
The 43,000-square-foot facility is scheduled for completion in Spring 2024. The project will be funded entirely through bond sales and tax measure dollars.
We would like to thank our residents for their support of the bonds and measures that made this possible. That support is what made this dream a reality.
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Learn About Your Water Quality
Indio Water Authority (IWA) delivers safe, clean water to customers each and every day. IWA conducts hundreds of tests throughout the year to ensure all state and federal drinking water standards are met. The results of those tests are compiled in our annual water quality report.
This report containing water quality results from the 2021 calendar year will be available on July 1, 2022. You can view the 2021 Annual Water Quality Report (also known as the Consumer Confidence Report) online by visiting www.indiowater.org/ccr2021. To request a printed copy by mail, please call IWA at 760-391-4038.
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Become an In-Home Caregiver
Are you looking for a new leading role? Do you have a desire to help others? Riverside County Workforce Development Center is hosting an informational session on becoming a Riverside County In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS) Caregiver. IHSS Public Authority is recruiting more caregivers to join the field. After a short presentation, they will provide a computer to begin a self-registration process.
Location: 44199 Monroe Street
Time: June 8 from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m.
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IPD’s Fearless Fighters Blood Drive
Take center stage by saving lives! The Indio Police Department is teaming up with LifeStream Blood Bank to host a blood drive supporting our first responders on Thursday, June 2, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Donors will receive a commemorative Fearless Fighter T-shirt while supplies last. Walk-ins are accepted, but appointments are recommended.
To schedule your donation, visit
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City Honors Outstanding Scholar
Education is the key to unlocking limitless opportunities and a better future. To celebrate success inside and outside the classroom, the City recently honored Shadow Hills High School Junior Lucas Nieto for his community service and academic excellence.
Shadow Hills Assistant Principal Dr. Sharon Kalkoske nominated him for the recognition. Nieto is an honor roll student with a 4.0 GPA who enjoys school, the community and extra-curricular activities. He performed more than 170 hours of community service, volunteering in Indio’s Nursing & Rehabilitation Center and at Coachella’s Rescue Mission.
Mayor Waymond Fermon surprised Nieto with the award at school on Wednesday, May 25. Assistant Principal Dr. Kalkoske and Principal Gabriel Fajardo assembled a small presentation at the outside amphitheater during lunch, with Nieto’s family in attendance.
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Building a Better Indio
Watch for Workers Ahead! Crews will begin repairing concrete sidewalks around the intersection of Jefferson Street and Highway 111 starting on Monday, June 13. Once that project is complete, sidewalk improvements will take place along Clinton Street near Highway 111.
In other parts of the city, work will improve accessibility along Kenner Avenue by adding ADA-accessible ramps. The ramps and sidewalk repairs are designed to improve safety for drivers and pedestrians.
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In Indio, the desert's largest and fastest growing city, we've set the stage for business growth. We’ve earned our City of Festivals name, welcoming nearly 1.4 million visitors every year to world famous celebrations of art, food, and music. More than 90,000 residents enjoy life in Indio with nationally recognized public safety services, exceptional schools, great parks and senior and teen centers. Here, you will find opportunity in every direction, and a youthful, growing community to support your success. Take center stage in Indio. |
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City of Indio |100 Civic Center Mall | (760) 391-4000
information@indio.org | www.indio.org
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