Palm Desert, CA
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Palm DesertCA averageUS Census ACS
Typical home value $538,918 -1.6% yr/yr · +13.8% 5-yr
Home-value trend 2000–2026 (Zillow ZHVI)
Reported crime — Palm Desert Police Department (2024)
Violent crime169 (324/100k · 2024)
Property crime1,480 (2,835/100k · 2024)
Homicides0 (0/100k · 2024)
Offenses reported to the FBI UCR/CDE; latest available year. Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer.
👤 Members & officials (135)
Members seen in recent official meeting records — names and roles as published.
Who’s on the Architectural Review Commission
- Dean Wallace Colvard — Commissioner
- Francisco Sanchez — Commissioner
- James Blakeley — Commissioner
- James McIntosh — Commissioner
- John Vuksic — Commissioner
- Nicholas Latkovic — Commissioner
- Michael McAuliffe — Commissioner
- Geoffrey Gregory — Commissioner
Who’s on the Building Board of Appeals
- Allan Levin — Board Member
- John Greenwood — Board Member
- Joseph Gaugush — Board Member
- Lindsay Holt — Board Member
- Nicholas Latkovic — Board Member
Who’s on the Civic Engagement Committee
- Gregg Akkerman — Board Member
- Franchon-marie Siddiq — Board Member
- Jon Holan — Board Member
- Joyce Haraughty — Board Member
- Kristy Giraud — Board Member
- Nancy Provost — Board Member
- Robin Stewart — Board Member
- Stacie Hedges — Board Member
- Emily Vogt
- Brook Stjerne
Who’s on the Cultural Arts Committee
- Ann Simley — Board Member
- Elizabeth Hauer — Board Member
- Lori Flint — Board Member
- Maureen Boren — Board Member
- Pia Rose — Board Member
- Thomas Mitze — Board Member
- Aaron Grant — Board Member
- Kristen Olson- Stone — Board Member
- Carol Adney
Who’s on the El Paseo Parking and Business Improvement District Board
- Patrick Klein — Board Member
- Rebecca Elliott — Board Member
- Alec Longmuir — Board Member
- David Fletcher — Board Member
- Mahasti Islami — Board Member
- Michelle Whittaker — Board Member
- Angela Rafferty — Board Member
- Michelle Maspero — Board Member
- Susan Stauber — Board Member
Who’s on the Finance Committee
- Carlos Garcia — Board Member
- Faith Messenger — Board Member
- Gretchen Heuring — Board Member
- Jan Harnik — Board Member
- Jake Wuest — Board Member
- Karina Quintanilla — Board Member
- Bob McCauley — Board Member
- Evan Trubee — Board Member
- Robert Leo
Who’s on the Historic Preservation Committee
- David Toltzmann — Board Member
- Don Graybill — Board Member
- Kim Housken — Board Member
- Linda Vassalli — Board Member
- Paul Clark — Board Member
- Thomas Mortensen — Board Member
- Rochelle McCune
Who’s on the Homelessness Task Force
- Diane Vines
- Cindy Burreson
- Scott Marks
Who’s on the Housing Commission
- Jann Buller — Commissioner
- Olivia Docken — Commissioner
- Dominic Moore — Commissioner
- Melody Morrison — Commissioner
- Andy Firestine — Commissioner
- Franchon-Marie Siddiq
- Kathleen Bauer
Who’s on the Library Advisory Committee
- Cathy Malone — Board Member
- Jann Buller — Board Member
- Matthew Johnson — Board Member
- Risa Lumley — Board Member
- Robin Stewart — Board Member
- Paul Murphy — Board Member
- Ralph Perry — Board Member
Who’s on the Palm Desert City Council - Regular Meeting
- Jan Harnik — Councilmember
- Gina Nestande — Councilmember
- Karina Quintanilla — Councilmember
- Evan Trubee — Councilmember
- Joe Pradetto — Councilmember
- Kathleen Kelly — Councilmember
- Joseph Pradetto — Councilmember
Who’s on the Palm Desert City Council - Special Meeting
- Evan Trubee — Councilmember
- Gina Nestande — Councilmember
- Jan Harnik — Mayor Pro Tem
- Karina Quintanilla — Mayor
- Kathleen Kelly — Councilmember
- Joe Pradetto — Mayor Pro Tem
Who’s on the Palm Desert City Council - Study Session
- Evan Trubee — Councilmember
- Gina Nestande — Councilmember
- Jan Harnik — Mayor Pro Tem
- Karina Quintanilla — Councilmember
- Joe Pradetto — Councilmember
- Kathleen Kelly — Councilmember
- Karina Moreno — Councilmember
Who’s on the Parks and Recreation Committee
- David O'Donnell — Board Member
- John Maldonado — Board Member
- Paul Murphy — Board Member
- Ralph Perry — Board Member
- Randy Guyer — Board Member
- Tim Skogen — Board Member
- Rob Langford — Board Member
- Lori Flint — Board Member
- Gregg Akkerman — Board Member
- Gerald Dawson — Board Member
Who’s on the Planning Commission
- John Greenwood — Commissioner
- Lindsay Holt — Commissioner
- Nancy DeLuna — Commissioner
- Ron Gregory — Commissioner
- Joseph Pradetto — Commissioner
- Alex Meyerhoff — Commissioner
- John Collum — Commissioner
- Joshua Nickerson — Commissioner
- Nancy De Luna — Commissioner
Who’s on the Public Affairs Marketing Panel
- Franchesca Forrer — Board Member
- Jan Hulahan — Board Member
- Ray Rodriguez — Board Member
- Brian Simpson
- Rolf Hoehn
Who’s on the Public Safety Committee
- Douglas Luhring — Board Member
- Frank Taylor — Board Member
- Jeff Alley — Board Member
- Joseph Butts — Board Member
- Stephen Nelson — Board Member
- Terry Kramer — Board Member
- Kevin Wahlstrom — Board Member
- Evan Trubee — Councilmember
Who’s on the Resource Preservation and Enhancement Committee
- Dean Gatons — Board Member
- Geoffrey Gregory — Board Member
- Stephen Nelson — Board Member
- Vincent Heuring — Board Member
- Donald Ziegler — Board Member
- Estelle Dahl — Board Member
- Gustavo Gomez — Board Member
- Melinda Mason — Board Member
- Berlinda Blackburn
Development activity
Housing units permitted — US Census Building Permits Survey
2025313 housing units ($118.7M)
🗳️ Election results (3 races)
Local election returns — winner marked ✓.
City Council District 1 2024-11-05
Joe Pradetto ✓ 2,227 · Gina Nestande ✓ 2,034 · Karina Quintanilla ✓ 1,704 · Anyse Smith 1,801 · Kathleen Kelly 1,673 · Chris Scott 1,505
City Council District 2 2022-11-08
Jan C. Harnik ✓ 6,749 · Evan Trubee ✓ 3,701 · Gregg Akkerman 3,045 · Carlos E. Garcia 1,791 · Gregory Meinhardt 823
City Council District 1 2020-11-03
Gina May Nestande ✓ 10,790 · Kathleen Kelly ✓ 9,533 · Karina Quintanilla ✓ 2,082 · Evan Trubee 7,998 · Steven E. Moyer 7,153 · Susan Marie Weber 1,322
🗳️ Ballot measures (2)
Propositions decided directly by voters.
Measure G
2024-11-05 · Passed — 16,342 yes / 8,599 no
Measure B
2022-11-08 · Passed — 9,829 yes / 8,633 no
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Wed Oct 14, 2026 · 9:30 AM
Cove Communities Services Commission
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This agenda for the Palm Desert Cove Communities Services Commission meeting on 2026-10-14 contains only procedural boilerplate and embedded content placeholders. No specific decisions, discussions, or action items are listed in the provided text.
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Rancho Mirage City Hall
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Tue Sep 29, 2026 · 3:30 PM
Housing Commission
Palm Desert Housing Authority weighs $379,000 in supply contracts via OMNIA Partners
The Palm Desert Housing Commission holds a special meeting on Tuesday, September 29, 2026, with one substantive business item. Staff recommend that the Palm Desert Housing Authority Board authorize six OMNIA Partners cooperative purchasing vendors for Fiscal Year 2026-27 operational supplies at Housing Authority properties, with spending ceilings totaling $379,000. The item also covers disposal and recycling of inefficient, damaged, obsolete, and non-functioning appliances under EPA standards, with surplus declared at removal. The Commission may act, give direction, or request more information; the agenda otherwise consists of procedural items and public notices.
- Recommendation to authorize Quill, LLC for office supplies, not to exceed $17,000
- Recommendation to authorize Brady Plus dba Waxie Sanitary Supply for janitorial and sanitary supplies, not to exceed $17,000
- Recommendation to authorize Lowe's Home Centers, Inc. for materials, supplies, and appliances, not to exceed $215,000
- Recommendation to authorize Home Depot U.S.A., Inc. for materials and supplies, not to exceed $55,000
- Recommendation to authorize HD Supply Facilities Maintenance for materials and supplies, not to exceed $230,000, and Sherwin Williams Company for paint and supplies, not to exceed $45,000
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Administrative Conference Room, City Hall
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Palm Desert Housing Authority
Special Meeting Agenda
Tuesday, September 29, 2026
3 :30 P . m . - 4 :30 P . m .
Administrative Conference Room, City Hall
73-510 Fred Waring Drive
Palm Desert, CA 92260
Please see last page for public notices and information regarding public participation.
1.
Call to Order
2.
Roll Call
3.
Business Items
Items listed in this section are presented for the Commission's review and action. The Commission may provide direction, request additional information, or take action as appropriate. The Chairperson will provide an opportunity for public comment following each staff report. Members of the public may comment on each item, subject to a three-minute time limit per speaker. The Commission will not enter discussion with speakers but may refer the matter to staff for follow up.
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Consideration of the Use of OMNIA Partners Cooperative Purchasing Vendors for Palm Desert Housing Authority Operations for Fiscal Year 2026-27
1. Authorize the Use of OMNIA Partners for Operational Supplies at PDHA Properties.pdf
2. 01 OMNIA Partners Participation Letter - Quill, LLC.pdf
3. 02 OMNIA Partners Participation Letter - Brady Plus dba Waxie Sanitary Supply.pdf
4. 03 OMNIA Partners Participation Letter- Lowes Home Centers, Inc.pdf
5. 04 OMNIA Partners Participation letter - Home Depot USA Inc.pdf
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Mon Sep 28, 2026 · 1:00 PM
Library Advisory Committee
Library Advisory Committee to appoint new leadership for Fiscal Year 2026-2027
The Committee will meet to appoint a Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson for the 2026-2027 fiscal year. The agenda also includes a quarterly library update and the approval of previous meeting minutes.
- Appointment of Jann Buller as Chairperson for Fiscal Year 2026-27
- Appointment of Risa Lumley as Vice-Chairperson for Fiscal Year 2026-27
- Approval of Library Advisory Committee Special Meeting Minutes from June 29, 2026
- Library Quarterly Update September 2026
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Administrative Conference Room, City Hall
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Library Advisory Committee
City of Palm Desert
Regular Meeting Agenda
Monday, September 28, 2026
1 :00 P . m . - 2 :00 P . m .
Administrative Conference Room, City Hall
73-510 Fred Waring Drive
Palm Desert, CA 92260
1.
Call to Order
2.
Roll Call
3.
City Manager Comments
4.
Appointment of Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson for Fiscal Year 2026-2027
1. Appointment of LAC Chair and VC 2026-27.pdf
Recommendation:
Appoint Jann Buller as Chairperson and Risa Lumley as Vice-Chairperson of the Library Advisory Committee for Fiscal Year 2026-27.
5.
Non-Agenda Public Comments
This time has been set aside for the public to address the Library Advisory Committee on issues that are not on the agenda for up to three minutes. Speakers may utilize one of the three options listed on the first page of the agenda. Because the Brown Act does not allow the Library Advisory Committee to act on items not listed on the agenda, members may briefly respond or refer the matter to staff for a report and recommendation at a future meeting.
6.
Consent Calendar
All matters listed on the Consent Calendar are considered routine and may be approved by one motion. The public may comment on any items on the Consent Agenda within the three-minute time limit. Individual items may be removed by the Library Advisory Committee for a separate discussion.
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Tue Sep 22, 2026 · 12:30 PM
Architectural Review Commission
ARC to review two assisted living projects and a dog park amendment
The Architectural Review Commission will hold public hearings on design review and sign approvals for two assisted living facilities, one new at 74619 Fairway Drive and one expansion at 44277 Portola Drive. The commission will also consider a recommendation to continue an amendment to replace a swimming pool with dog parks at Palm Villas at Millennium due to notification issues. Consent calendar and business items are none, and other agenda items are informational.
- Design review and sign approval for new assisted living facility at 74619 Fairway Drive (DR-26-0011, SARC-26-0006)
- Design review for expansion of assisted living facility at 44277 Portola Drive (DR-26-0019, SARC-26-0007)
- Amendment to replace approved swimming pool with dog parks at Palm Villas at Millennium (PP22-0003)
- Staff recommends continuation of dog park amendment for updated public notification
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Administrative Conference Room, City Hall
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ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMISSION
CITY OF PALM DESERT
REGULAR MEETING AGENDA
Tuesday, September 22, 2026
12 :30 P . m . - 1 :30 P . m .
Administrative Conference Room, City Hall
73-510 Fred Waring Drive
Palm Desert, CA 92260
1.
Call to Order
2.
Roll Call
3.
City Manager Comments
4.
Non-Agenda Public Comment
This time has been set aside for the public to address the Architectural Review Commission on issues that are not on the agenda for up to three minutes. Because the Brown Act does not allow the Commission to act on items not listed on the agenda, members may briefly respond or refer the matter to staff for a report and recommendation at a future meeting.
5.
Consent Calendar
None.
6.
Business Items
None.
7.
Public Hearings
Anyone who challenges any hearing matter in court may be limited to raising only those issues he or she raised at the public hearing described herein, or in written correspondence delivered to the Architectural Review Commission at, or prior to, the public hearing. Remarks shall be limited to a maximum of three minutes unless the Planning Commission authorizes additional time.
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Consideration of the Approval of a Design Review Application and Sign Approval (DR-26-0011 and SARC-26-0006) for a Proposed Assisted Living Facility located at 74619 Fairway Drive
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Fri Sep 18, 2026 · 11:30 AM
Palm Desert City Council - Special Meeting
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Thu Sep 17, 2026 · 8:00 AM
El Paseo Parking and Business Improvement District Board
Board to pick fall merchant meeting date, review marketing reports
The El Paseo Parking and Business Improvement District Board will hold a regular meeting with routine items, including approving minutes from July 16, 2026, and selecting a date for the fall Merchant Meeting. The board will also receive and file the July and August 2026 marketing reports as informational items. No major policy or financial decisions are on the agenda.
- Approve minutes of July 16, 2026 meeting
- Select date for fall Merchant Meeting
- Receive and file July and August 2026 marketing reports
- Sheriff update and City Manager comments
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El Paseo Parking and Business Improvement District Board
City of Palm Desert
Regular Meeting Agenda
Thursday, September 17, 2026
8 :00 A . m . - 9 :00 A . m .
Administrative Conference Room, City Hall
73-510 Fred Waring Drive
Palm Desert, CA 92260
Please see last page for public notices and information regarding public participation.
1.
Call to Order
2.
Roll Call
3.
City Manager Comments
4.
Sheriff Update
5.
Non-Agenda Public Comments
This time has been set aside for the public to address the El Paseo Parking and Business Improvement District Board on issues that are not on the agenda for up to three minutes. Because the Brown Act does not allow the Board to act on items not listed on the agenda, members may briefly respond or refer the matter to staff for a report and recommendation at a future meeting.
6.
Consent Calendar
All matters listed on the Consent Calendar are considered routine and may be approved by one motion. Individual items may be removed by the Board for a separate discussion. Members of the public may comment on any items on the Consent Agenda within the three-minute time limit.
Recommendation:
To approve the consent calendar as presented.
6.a
Approval of Minutes
1. Post-Meeting Minutes - El Paseo Parking and Business Improvement District Board_Jul16_2026 - English.pdf
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Tue Sep 15, 2026 · 6:00 PM
Planning Commission
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Thu Sep 10, 2026 · Thursday, September 10, 2026 - Closed Session 2:30 p.m.; Regular Session 4:00 p.m.
Palm Desert City Council - Regular Meeting
Palm Desert Council considers library contract and utility outage resolution
The City Council will review several contracts, including a $2.25 million design-build contract for a new library facility. The agenda also includes a resolution requesting Southern California Edison minimize planned power outages during summer heat.
- Awarding $2,251,120 plus contingency to Barnhart-Reese Construction for New Library Facility design and pre-construction
- Renewing Microsoft 365 subscription for up to $562,500
- Resolution requesting Southern California Edison minimize planned outages during high temperature summer months
- Real property negotiations for 75080 Frank Sinatra Drive with University of California
- Contract amendment for Dave Erwin Park in the amount of $356,822
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PALM DESERT CITY COUNCIL
MEETING AGENDA
Thursday, September 10, 2026
Closed Session 2:30 p.m.; Regular Session 4:00 p.m.
Council Chamber, City Hall
73-510 Fred Waring Drive
Palm Desert, California
REVISED AGENDA
Revised agenda reflecting a change to the Closed Session start time and the addition of Closed Session Item 4.c.
This is a joint meeting of the Palm Desert City Council, Successor Agency to the Palm Desert Redevelopment Agency, Palm Desert Housing Authority and the Palm Desert Board of Library Trustees . Pursuant to Senate Bill 707, this meeting may be conducted as a hybrid meeting allowing public access via teleconference or in person, and up to two Councilmembers may attend remotely.
WATCH THE MEETING LIVE: Watch the City Council meeting live at the City’s website: www.palmdesert.gov under the “Meetings & Agendas” link at the top of the homepage, or on
the City's YouTube Channel .
OPTIONS FOR PARTICIPATING IN THIS MEETING:
OPTION 1: IN PERSON
Attend in person in the Council Chamber, located at 73510 Fred Waring Drive, Palm Desert, California 92260.
OPTION 2: VIA EMAIL
Send your comments by email to: [email protected] . Emails received prior to 10:00 a.m. on the day of the City Council meeting will be made part of the record and distributed to the City Council. Emails will not be read aloud at the meeting.
OPTION 3: LIVE VIA ZOOM
Access via https://palmdesert.zoom.us/j/83367449572 or zoom.us, click “J …
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Wed Sep 9, 2026 · 3:30 PM
Housing Commission
Housing Commission to reject flooring bids and re-advertise RFP
The Palm Desert Housing Commission will consider rejecting all proposals for flooring procurement and installation services (RFP No. 2026-RFP-021) and authorizing staff to re-advertise the request. The agenda also includes approval of the August 12, 2026 meeting minutes and informational reports on housing authority operations. No other business items are scheduled.
- Reject all bids for RFP No. 2026-RFP-021 Flooring Procurement and Installation Services
- Authorize staff to re-advertise the flooring RFP
- Approve minutes of August 12, 2026 meeting
- Receive National CORE monthly reports for July 2026 (occupancy, rent, net operating income, maintenance)
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HOUSING COMMISSION
PALM DESERT HOUSING AUTHORITY
REGULAR MEETING AGENDA
Wednesday, September 09, 2026
3 :30 P . m . - 4 :30 P . m .
Administrative Conference Room, City Hall
73-510 Fred Waring Drive
Palm Desert, CA 92260
Please see last page for public notices and information regarding public participation.
1.
Call to Order
2.
Roll Call
3.
Non-Agenda Public Comments
This time has been set aside for the public to address the Housing Commission on issues that are not on the agenda for up to three minutes. Because the Brown Act does not allow the Commission to act on items not listed on the agenda, Commissioners may briefly respond or refer the matter to staff for a report and recommendation at a future meeting.
4.
Consent Calendar
All matters listed on the Consent Calendar are considered routine and may be approved by one motion. Individual items may be removed by the Housing Commission for a separate discussion. Members of the public may comment on any items on the Consent Agenda within the three-minute time limit.
Recommendation:
To approve the consent calendar as presented.
4.a
Approval of Minutes
1. Post-Meeting Minutes - Housing Commission_Aug12_2026 - English.pdf
Recommendation:
Approve the Housing Commission Regular Meeting Minutes of August 12, 2026.
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Wed Sep 9, 2026 · 9:00 AM
Cultural Arts Committee
Committee to consider $25,000 festival sponsorship and student contest theme
The Cultural Arts Committee will review a $25,000 sponsorship request for the 2027 California Desert Plein Air Festival. Members will also select a theme for the 2027 Student Art and Essay Contest.
- $25,000 sponsorship request for the 2027 California Desert Plein Air Festival
- Selection of theme for the 2027 Student Art and Essay Contest
- Appointment of Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson
- Approval of June 10, 2026, meeting minutes
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CULTURAL ARTS COMMITTEE
CITY OF PALM DESERT
REGULAR MEETING AGENDA
Wednesday, September 09, 2026
9 :00 A . m . - 10 :00 A . m .
Administrative Conference Room, City Hall
73-510 Fred Waring Drive
Palm Desert, CA 92260
Please see last page for public notices and information regarding public participation.
1.
Call to Order
2.
Roll Call
3.
City Manager Comments
4.
Appointment of Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson
1. SR Appointment of Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson (1).pdf
5.
New Member Introductions
6.
Non-Agenda Public Comments
This time has been set aside for the public to address the Cultural Arts Committee on issues that are not on the agenda for up to three minutes. Because the Brown Act does not allow the Committee to act on items not listed on the agenda, members may briefly respond or refer the matter to staff for a report and recommendation at a future meeting.
7.
Consent Calendar
All matters listed on the Consent Calendar are considered routine and may be approved by one motion. Individual items may be removed by the Committee for a separate discussion. Members of the public may comment on any items on the Consent Agenda within the three-minute time limit.
Recommendation:
To approve the consent calendar as presented.
7.a
Approval of Minutes
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Tue Sep 8, 2026 · 12:30 PM
Architectural Review Commission
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Tue Sep 8, 2026 · 3:30 PM
Public Safety Committee
Palm Desert Public Safety Committee to appoint new Chair and Vice-Chair
The committee will appoint Jeff Alley as Chairperson and Joseph Butts as Vice-Chairperson for the 2026-27 fiscal year. The meeting also includes several monthly reports on police, fire, and code compliance activities.
- Appointment of PSC Chair and Vice Chair
- Riverside County Fire Department/CAL Fire Monthly Reports (June–August 2026)
- Code Compliance Activity Report (July–August 2026)
- Update on Jewish Family Service of San Diego as Homeless Outreach provider
- Citizens on Patrol (COP) monthly report
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PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE
CITY OF PALM DESERT
REGULAR MEETING AGENDA
Tuesday, September 08, 2026
3 :30 P . m . - 4 :30 P . m .
Administrative Conference Room, City Hall
73-510 Fred Waring Drive
Palm Desert, CA 92260
Please see last page for public notices and information regarding public participation.
1.
Call to Order
2.
Roll Call
3.
Appoint a Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson for Fiscal Year 2026-27
1. Appointment of PSC Chair and Vice Chair.pdf
Recommendation:
Appoint Jeff Alley as Chairperson and Joseph Butts as Vice-Chairperson for the Public Safety Committee.
4.
Non-Agenda Public Comments
This time has been set aside for the public to address the Public Safety Committee on issues that are not on the agenda for up to three minutes. Because the Brown Act does not allow the Committee to act on items not listed on the agenda, members may briefly respond or refer the matter to staff for a report and recommendation at a future meeting.
5.
Consent Calendar
All matters listed on the Consent Calendar are considered routine and may be approved by one motion. The public may comment on any items on the Consent Agenda within the three-minute time limit. Individual items may be removed by the Public Safety Committee for a separate discussion.
Recommendation:
To approve the consent calendar as presented.
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Tue Sep 1, 2026 · 6:00 PM
Planning Commission
Commission to consider time extension for Living Desert Zoo & Gardens expansion
The Planning Commission will consider a one-year time extension for the Living Desert Zoo & Gardens Phase 3 project at 47900 Portola Avenue. The Commission will also review an update regarding bar and lounge regulations for the Unified Development Code.
- One-year time extension for Living Desert Zoo & Gardens Phase 3 (PP/CUP23-0010)
- Review of bar and lounge establishment regulations
- Approval of July 7, 2026, meeting minutes
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PLANNING COMMISSION
CITY OF PALM DESERT
MEETING AGENDA
Tuesday, September 01, 2026
6 :00 P . m . - 7 :00 P . m .
Council Chamber, City Hall
73-510 Fred Waring Drive
Palm Desert, California
1.
Call to Order
2.
Roll Call
3.
Pledge of Allegiance
4.
Non-Agenda Public Comments
This time has been set aside for the public to address the Planning Commission on issues that are not on the agenda for up to three minutes. Speakers may utilize one of the three options listed on the first page of the agenda. Because the Brown Act does not allow the Planning Commission to act on items not listed on the agenda, members may briefly respond or refer the matter to staff for a report and recommendation at a future meeting.
5.
Consent Calendar
All matters listed on the Consent Calendar are considered routine and may be approved by one motion. The public may comment on any items on the Consent Agenda within the three-minute time limit. Individual items may be removed by the Planning Commission for a separate discussion.
Recommendation:
To approve the consent calendar as presented.
5.a
Approval of Minutes
1. Post-Meeting Minutes - Planning Commission_Jul07_2026 - English.pdf
Recommendation:
Approve the Planning Commission Regular Meeting Minutes of July 7, 2026.
6.
Action Calendar
The public may comment on individual Action Items within th …
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Wed Aug 26, 2026 · 9:00 AM
Historic Preservation Committee
Historic Preservation Committee meeting is procedural only
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Tue Aug 25, 2026 · 12:30 PM
Architectural Review Commission
Commission to review church-to-medical-office conversion at 72700 Fred Waring
The Architectural Review Commission will consider approving a design review (Case No. DR-26-0009) for renovating a former church building at 72700 Fred Waring into a medical office. The commission will also vote on minutes from its July 28 and August 11 meetings. No public hearings are scheduled.
- Design review for medical office conversion at 72700 Fred Waring (DR-26-0009)
- Approval of minutes from July 28 and August 11, 2026 meetings
- Public comment period for non-agenda items
- Committee updates from Cultural Arts Committee and ARC Subcommittee
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ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMISSION
CITY OF PALM DESERT
REGULAR MEETING AGENDA
Tuesday, August 25, 2026
12 :30 P . m . - 1 :30 P . m .
Administrative Conference Room, City Hall
73-510 Fred Waring Drive
Palm Desert, CA 92260
1.
Call to Order
2.
Roll Call
3.
Non-Agenda Public Comment
This time has been set aside for the public to address the Architectural Review Commission on issues that are not on the agenda for up to three minutes. Because the Brown Act does not allow the Commission to act on items not listed on the agenda, members may briefly respond or refer the matter to staff for a report and recommendation at a future meeting.
4.
Consent Calendar
All matters listed on the Consent Calendar are considered routine and may be approved by one motion. The public may comment on any items on the Consent Agenda within the three-minute time limit. Individual items may be removed by the Architectural Review Commission for a separate discussion.
Recommendation:
To approve the consent calendar as presented.
4.a
Approval of Minutes
1. Post-Meeting Minutes - Architectural Review Commission_Jul28_2026 - English.pdf
2. Post-Meeting Minutes - Architectural Review Commission_Aug11_2026 - English.pdf
Recommendation:
Approve the Minutes of July 28 and August 11, 2026.
5.
Business Items
Items listed in this section are pr …
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Thu Aug 20, 2026 · 2:00 PM
Palm Desert City Council - Study Session
Council to review commercial compliance program and new library design approach
This is a study session only; no formal action will be taken. The City Council will receive a presentation on the Commercial Compliance Program and discuss its objectives, priorities, and administrative framework. They will also receive an update on the Progressive Design-Build procurement for the new Palm Desert Library and provide feedback on the preferred design approach before formal consideration.
- Introduction of Commercial Compliance Program for feedback
- Progressive Design-Build procurement update for new Palm Desert Library
- Discussion of library project delivery approach
- Joint meeting with Successor Agency, Housing Authority, and Library Trustees
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PALM DESERT CITY COUNCIL
STUDY SESSION MEETING
AGENDA
Thursday, August 20, 2026
2 :00 P . m . - 3 :00 P . m .
Council Chamber, City Hall
73-510 Fred Waring Drive
Palm Desert, California
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the purpose of the Study Session is to review the items listed on the agenda. No action will be taken.
This is a joint meeting of the Palm Desert City Council, Successor Agency to the Palm Desert Redevelopment Agency, Palm Desert Housing Authority, and Palm Desert Board of Library Trustees . Pursuant to Senate Bill 707, this meeting may be conducted as a hybrid meeting allowing public access via teleconference or in person, and up to two Councilmembers may attend remotely.
WATCH THE MEETING LIVE: Watch the City Council meeting live at the City’s website: https://palmdesert.zoom.us/ or on the City's YouTube Channel .
OPTIONS FOR PARTICIPATING IN THIS MEETING:
OPTION 1: IN PERSON
Attend in person in the Council Chamber, located at 73510 Fred Waring Drive, Palm Desert, California 92260.
OPTION 2: VIA EMAIL
Send your comments by email to: [email protected] . Emails received prior to 10:00 a.m. on the day of the City Council meeting will be made part of the record and distributed to the City Council. Emails will not be read aloud at the meeting.
OPTION 3: LIVE VIA ZOOM
Access via https://palmdesert.zoom.us/j/83367449572 or zoom.us, click “Join Meeting” and …
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Thu Aug 20, 2026 · 8:00 AM
El Paseo Parking and Business Improvement District Board
El Paseo Parking and Business Improvement District Board meeting agenda
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Thu Aug 20, 2026 · Thursday, August 20, 2026 - Closed Session 3:00 p.m.; Regular Session 4:00 p.m.
Palm Desert City Council - Regular Meeting
Council to consider CalPERS repayment strategy and $1.2M payment
The Palm Desert City Council will receive an update on FY 2025-26 General Fund revenue and consider committing to a 10-year repayment strategy for the city's CalPERS unfunded accrued liability, including ratifying a $1,206,372 discretionary payment. The council will also award a $3,271,210 task order for construction management of fire station renovations and hold public hearings on a hillside home and a historic landmark designation.
- Ratify $1,206,372 CalPERS additional discretionary payment and 10-year repayment strategy
- Award $3,271,210 task order to Accenture LLP for Fire Station 33 and 71 construction management
- Public hearing: Hillside Development Plan for 7,600 sq ft home at 47780 Calle de Los Campesinos
- Public hearing: Historic landmark designation for 73411 Bursera Way
- Approve $15,000 purchase of 'Nine Ancestral Feathers' sculpture for Gerald Ford Drive median
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PALM DESERT CITY COUNCIL
MEETING AGENDA
Thursday, August 20, 2026
Closed Session 3:00 p.m.; Regular Session 4:00 p.m.
Council Chamber, City Hall
73-510 Fred Waring Drive
Palm Desert, California
This is a joint meeting of the Palm Desert City Council, Successor Agency to the Palm Desert Redevelopment Agency, Palm Desert Housing Authority and the Palm Desert Board of Library Trustees . Pursuant to Senate Bill 707, this meeting may be conducted as a hybrid meeting allowing public access via teleconference or in person, and up to two Councilmembers may attend remotely.
WATCH THE MEETING LIVE: Watch the City Council meeting live at the City’s website: www.palmdesert.gov under the “Meetings & Agendas” link at the top of the homepage, or on
the City's YouTube Channel .
OPTIONS FOR PARTICIPATING IN THIS MEETING:
OPTION 1: IN PERSON
Attend in person in the Council Chamber, located at 73510 Fred Waring Drive, Palm Desert, California 92260.
OPTION 2: VIA EMAIL
Send your comments by email to: [email protected] . Emails received prior to 10:00 a.m. on the day of the City Council meeting will be made part of the record and distributed to the City Council. Emails will not be read aloud at the meeting.
OPTION 3: LIVE VIA ZOOM
Access via https://palmdesert.zoom.us/j/83367449572 or zoom.us, click “Join Meeting” and enter Webinar ID 833 6744 9572.
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Tue Aug 18, 2026 · 6:00 PM
Planning Commission
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Tue Aug 18, 2026 · 3:00 PM
Public Affairs Marketing Panel
Panel to appoint chair, review FY26 ad campaign, and hear RFP update
The Public Affairs Marketing Panel will hold a special meeting to appoint a chairperson and vice-chairperson for FY 2026-2027, review the FY26 advertising campaign performance, and receive an update on the creative agency request for proposals process. The agenda also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and public comment periods.
- Appointment of Stephanie Torres as Chairperson and Clark Albright as Vice-Chairperson for FY 2026-2027
- Presentation on FY26 advertising campaign performance and fall 2026 planning
- Update on creative agency Request for Proposals (RFP) process and timeline
- Approval of minutes from March 2, 2026 meeting
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PUBLIC AFFAIRS MARKETING PANEL
CITY OF PALM DESERT
SPECIAL MEETING AGENDA
Tuesday, August 18, 2026
3 :00 P . m . - 4 :00 P . m .
Administrative Conference Room, City Hall
73-510 Fred Waring Drive
Palm Desert, CA 92260
Please see the last page of this agenda for public notices and participation options.
1.
Call to Order
2.
Roll Call
3.
Appointment of Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson for Fiscal Year 2026-2027
1. Appointment of PAMP Chair and VC.pdf
Recommendation:
Appoint Stephanie Torres to serve as Chairperson and Clark Albright to serve as Vice-Chairperson of the Public Affairs Marketing Panel for Fiscal Year 2026-2027.
4.
Non-Agenda Public Comments
This time has been set aside for the public to address the Public Affairs Marketing Panel on issues that are not on the agenda for up to three minutes. Because the Brown Act does not allow the Marketing Panel to act on items not listed on the agenda, members may briefly respond or refer the matter to staff for a report and recommendation at a future meeting.
5.
Consent Calendar
All matters listed on the Consent Calendar are considered routine and may be approved by one motion. The public may comment on any items on the Consent Agenda within the three minute time limit. Individual items may be removed by the Panel for a separate discussion.
Recommendation:
To approve the cons …
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Wed Aug 12, 2026 · 9:00 AM
Cultural Arts Committee
Cultural Arts Committee meeting agenda is only procedural boilerplate
This meeting agenda for the Palm Desert Cultural Arts Committee contains only procedural boilerplate and no substantive items for discussion or decision. No rezonings, contracts, dollar amounts, ordinances, or public hearings are listed.
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Wed Aug 12, 2026 · 3:30 PM
Housing Commission
Housing Commission to award $1M+ in maintenance contracts
The Palm Desert Housing Commission will consider awarding several contracts for maintenance services at its housing properties, including electrical, pest control, plumbing, HVAC, and general building work, totaling over $1 million annually. The commission will also appoint its chair and vice-chair for the fiscal year, approve a change order for the Taos Palms Apartments project, and receive monthly lease reports.
- Appoint Jan Buller as Chairperson and Olivia Docken as Vice-Chairperson for FY 2026-2027
- Award contract to MBE Electrical for on-call electrical maintenance, up to $71,192 annually
- Award contract to Integrated Pest Control Management, Inc. for pest control, up to $75,000 annually
- Award aggregate contract to MBE Construction and Summit Lake Eagle Park Restoration for building repairs, up to $208,940 annually
- Approve Change Order No. 1 with Van Engineering Inc. for Taos Palms Apartments site improvements, $6,281.42
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HOUSING COMMISSION
PALM DESERT HOUSING AUTHORITY
REGULAR MEETING AGENDA
Wednesday, August 12, 2026
3 :30 P . m . - 4 :30 P . m .
Administrative Conference Room, City Hall
73-510 Fred Waring Drive
Palm Desert, CA 92260
Please see last page for public notices and information regarding public participation.
1.
Call to Order
2.
Roll Call
3.
Appointment of Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson for Fiscal Year 2026-2027
1. Appointment of HC Chair and VC 2026.pdf
Recommendation:
Appoint Jan Buller to serve as Chairperson and Olivia Docken to serve as Vice-Chairperson of the Housing Commission for Fiscal Year 2026-2027.
4.
Non-Agenda Public Comments
This time has been set aside for the public to address the Housing Commission on issues that are not on the agenda for up to three minutes. Because the Brown Act does not allow the Commission to act on items not listed on the agenda, Commissioners may briefly respond or refer the matter to staff for a report and recommendation at a future meeting.
5.
Consent Calendar
All matters listed on the Consent Calendar are considered routine and may be approved by one motion. Individual items may be removed by the Housing Commission for a separate discussion. Members of the public may comment on any items on the Consent Agenda within the three-minute time limit.
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To approve the consen …
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Tue Aug 11, 2026 · 12:30 PM
Architectural Review Commission
Commission to review design for new monopalm cell tower at 77530 Enfield Lane
The Architectural Review Commission will consider approving a design review for a new monopalm communication tower at 77530 Enfield Lane Unit C. Staff recommends approval based on findings in the report. The meeting also includes subcommittee and staff updates on project compliance and other matters.
- Design review for a monopalm communication tower (CUP24-0007) at 77530 Enfield Lane Unit C
- ARC subcommittee update on final construction drawings for larger projects
- City staff updates on relevant projects and activities
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ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMISSION
CITY OF PALM DESERT
REGULAR MEETING AGENDA
Tuesday, August 11, 2026
12 :30 P . m . - 1 :30 P . m .
Administrative Conference Room, City Hall
73-510 Fred Waring Drive
Palm Desert, CA 92260
1.
Call to Order
2.
Roll Call
3.
Non-Agenda Public Comment
This time has been set aside for the public to address the Architectural Review Commission on issues that are not on the agenda for up to three minutes. Because the Brown Act does not allow the Commission to act on items not listed on the agenda, members may briefly respond or refer the matter to staff for a report and recommendation at a future meeting.
4.
Consent Calendar
None.
5.
Business Items
Items listed in this section are presented for the Commission's review and action. Public comment is allowed on each item, with a three-minute time limit for each speaker. The Commission may provide direction, request additional information, or take action as appropriate.
5.a
Consideration of the approval of a design review for Conditional Use Permit (CUP24-0007) for a new monopalm communication tower located at 77530 Enfield Lane Unit C (APN 626-320-036)
1. CUP24-0007 - ARC Staff Report.pdf
2. 1 - Site Photographs.pdf
3. 2 - Plan Set.pdf
4. 3 - Utility Easements.pdf
5. 4 - Public Notice.pdf
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends that the Architec …
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Tue Aug 4, 2026 · 8:30 AM
Parks and Recreation Committee
Parks and Recreation Committee to appoint chair and approve annual work plan
The Parks and Recreation Committee will appoint a chairperson and vice-chairperson for the 2026-2027 fiscal year and vote on the committee's annual work plan. The agenda also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and informational updates from partner organizations and city staff. No major projects or financial decisions are on the agenda.
- Appointment of Rob Langford as Chairperson and Paul Murphy as Vice-Chairperson for FY 2026-2027
- Approve the Parks and Recreation Committee Annual Work Plan and proposed categories
- Approve minutes from the June 2, 2026 meeting
- Informational updates from Palm Desert Aquatic Center, First Tee - Coachella Valley, Friends of the Desert Mountains, Family YMCA of the Desert, and Desert Recreation District
- City staff update on Civic Center Skate Park, Urban Forest Carbon Credits, and Palm Desert Aquatic Center Tours
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PARKS AND RECREATION COMMITTEE
CITY OF PALM DESERT
MEETING AGENDA
Tuesday, August 04, 2026
8 :30 A . m . - 9 :30 A . m .
Administrative Conference Room, City Hall
73-510 Fred Waring Drive
Palm Desert, CA 92260
1.
Call to Order
2.
Roll Call
3.
New Member Introduction
4.
Appointment of Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson for Fiscal Year 2026-2027
1. Appointment of PRC Chair and VC 2026-2027.pdf
RECOMMENDATION:
Appoint Rob Langford to serve as Chairperson and Paul Murphy to serve as Vice-Chairperson of the Parks and Recreation Committee for Fiscal Year 2026-2027.
5.
Non-Agenda Public Comments
This time has been set aside for the public to address the Parks and Recreation Committee on issues that are not on the agenda for up to three minutes. Because the Brown Act does not allow the Committee to act on items not listed on the agenda, members may briefly respond or refer the matter to staff for a report and recommendation at a future meeting.
6.
Consent Calendar
All matters listed on the Consent Calendar are considered routine and may be approved by one motion. The public may comment on any items on the Consent Agenda within the three minute time limit. Individual items may be removed by the Committee for a separate discussion.
RECOMMENDATION:
To approve the consent calendar as presented.
6.a
Approval of Minutes …
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Tue Aug 4, 2026 · 6:00 PM
Planning Commission
No agenda items listed for this meeting
The Palm Desert Planning Commission agenda for August 4, 2026 contains no listed items. The agenda appears to consist only of procedural placeholders.
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Tue Jul 28, 2026 · 12:30 PM
Architectural Review Commission
Commission to review monument signs for Giuseppes Restaurant & Pizzeria
The Architectural Review Commission will consider the design of two monument signs off Monterey Avenue. The body will also appoint its Chairperson, Vice-Chairperson, and a liaison to the Cultural Arts Committee for Fiscal Year 2026-2027.
- Design review of two monument signs for Giuseppes Restaurant & Pizzeria (Case No. SARC-26-0003) off Monterey Avenue
- Appointment of James Blakeley III as Chairperson for Fiscal Year 2026-2027
- Appointment of Geoff Gregory as Vice-Chairperson for Fiscal Year 2026-2027
- Appointment of a liaison to the Cultural Arts Committee for Fiscal Year 2026-2027
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ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMISSION
CITY OF PALM DESERT
REGULAR MEETING AGENDA
Tuesday, July 28, 2026
12 :30 P . m . - 1 :30 P . m .
Administrative Conference Room, City Hall
73-510 Fred Waring Drive
Palm Desert, CA 92260
1.
Call to Order
2.
Roll Call
3.
New Member Introduction
4.
Appointment of Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson
1. Appointment of ARC Chair and VC 2026.pdf
Recommendation:
Appoint James Blakeley III to serve as Chairperson of the Architectural Review Commission for Fiscal Year 2026-2027.
Appoint Geoff Gregory to serve as Vice-Chairperson of the Architectural Review Commission for Fiscal Year 2026-2027.
5.
Non-Agenda Public Comment
This time has been set aside for the public to address the Architectural Review Commission on issues that are not on the agenda for up to three minutes. Because the Brown Act does not allow the Commission to act on items not listed on the agenda, members may briefly respond or refer the matter to staff for a report and recommendation at a future meeting.
6.
Consent Calendar
All matters listed on the Consent Calendar are considered routine and may be approved by one motion. The public may comment on any items on the Consent Agenda within the three-minute time limit. Individual items may be removed by the Architectural Review Commission for a separate discussion.
RECOM …
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Tue Jul 28, 2026 · 10:00 AM
Finance Committee
Finance Committee to appoint new leadership and review fiscal year reports
The Finance Committee will vote on the appointment of a Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson for the 2026-2027 fiscal year. The body will also review and file several preliminary financial reports covering the period ending June 30, 2026.
- Appointment of Faith Messenger as Chairperson and Bob McCauley as Vice-Chairperson
- Approval of the FY 2026-27 Finance Committee Work Plan
- Review of General Fund Operations and Measure G quarterly reports
- Financial and vacancy reports for Parkview Office Complex
- Financial reports for Desert Willow Golf Resort
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FINANCE COMMITTEE
CITY OF PALM DESERT
MEETING AGENDA
Tuesday, July 28, 2026
10 :00 A . m . - 11 :00 A . m .
Administrative Conference Room, City Hall
73-510 Fred Waring Drive
Palm Desert, CA 92260
1.
Call to Order
2.
Roll Call
3.
New Member Introduction
4.
Appointment of Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson
1. Appointment of Chair and VC - Finance Committee.pdf
Recommendation:
Appoint Faith Messenger to serve as Chairperson of the Finance Committee for Fiscal Year 2026-2027.
Appoint Bob McCauley to serve as Vice-Chairperson of the Finance Committee for Fiscal Year 2026-2027.
5.
Non-Agenda Public Comments
This time has been set aside for the public to address the Finance Committee on issues that are not on the agenda for up to three minutes. Because the Brown Act does not allow the Committee to act on items not listed on the agenda, members may briefly respond or refer the matter to staff for a report and recommendation at a future meeting.
6.
Consent Calendar
All matters listed on the Consent Calendar are considered routine and may be approved by one motion. Individual items may be removed by the Committee for a separate discussion. Members of the public may comment on any items on the Consent Agenda within the three-minute time limit.
Recommendation:
To approve the consent calendar as presented.
6.a
Appr …
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Tue Jul 21, 2026 · 6:00 PM
Planning Commission
No agenda items listed for the Palm Desert Planning Commission meeting
The agenda posted for the Palm Desert Planning Commission meeting on July 21, 2026 contains no listed items. It only includes generic headings and software interface elements. No decisions, proposals, or public hearings are identified in the document.
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Thu Jul 16, 2026 · 8:00 AM
El Paseo Parking and Business Improvement District Board
Board to review FY 2026-2027 marketing plan and budget allocation
The El Paseo Parking and Business Improvement District Board will meet to appoint leadership for the 2026-2027 fiscal year. The board is considering a revised marketing plan and budget allocation and reviewing design concepts for the 2026/27 El Paseo Catalog.
- Appointment of Mahasti Islami as Chairperson and Angela Rafferty as Vice-Chairperson for FY 2026-2027
- Approval of revised FY 2026–2027 EPPBID Marketing Plan and Budget Allocation
- Review of 2026/27 El Paseo Catalog design concepts
- Approval of financial statements ending May 31, 2026
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El Paseo Parking and Business Improvement District Board
City of Palm Desert
Regular Meeting Agenda
Thursday, July 16, 2026
8 :00 A . m . - 9 :00 A . m .
Administrative Conference Room, City Hall
73-510 Fred Waring Drive
Palm Desert, CA 92260
Please see last page for public notices and information regarding public participation.
1.
Call to Order
2.
Roll Call
3.
Appointment of Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson for FY 2026-2027
Recommendation:
Appoint Mahasti Islami to serve as Chairperson and Angela Rafferty to serve as Vice-Chairperson for Fiscal Year 2026-2027.
4.
Non-Agenda Public Comments
This time has been set aside for the public to address the El Paseo Parking and Business Improvement District Board on issues that are not on the agenda for up to three minutes. Because the Brown Act does not allow the Board to act on items not listed on the agenda, members may briefly respond or refer the matter to staff for a report and recommendation at a future meeting.
5.
Sheriff Update
6.
Consent Calendar
All matters listed on the Consent Calendar are considered routine and may be approved by one motion. Individual items may be removed by the Board for a separate discussion. Members of the public may comment on any items on the Consent Agenda within the three-minute time limit.
Recommendation:
To approv …
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Tue Jul 14, 2026 · 12:30 PM
Architectural Review Commission
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Tue Jul 14, 2026 · 3:30 PM
Public Safety Committee
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💰 Federal awards (top 10 by amount)
Largest recent federal contract/grant awards to recipients in this city (2023–present), via USAspending.gov.
| $268,460 | AF&S PRODUCTS & SERVICES, INC. Department of Veterans Affairs · ODOR CONTROL SERVICES (BASE PLUS FOUR OPTIONS) |
| $117,435 | READYLINK HEALTHCARE Department of Health and Human Services · IGF::OT::IGF - REGISTERED NURSE SERVICES |
| $84,091 | AF&S PRODUCTS & SERVICES, INC. Department of Veterans Affairs · DEODORIZING SERVICES SEATTLE |
| $58,200 | KORD FIRE PROTECTION Department of Homeland Security · FIRE ALARMS SYSTEM AND SPRINKLERS |
| $37,568 | BFB STUDIOS, INC Department of State · WWD/SB ANTENNA PROGRAM SERVICE LICENSE AGREEMENT PLEASE SEE SCEDULE&A |
| $32,727 | AF&S PRODUCTS & SERVICES, INC. Department of Veterans Affairs · BIOMEDUNIFORMS |
| $30,874 | RETROTEL, INC. Department of the Treasury · SPECTRALINK SPECTRACARE SUPPORT AND MAINTENANCE |
| $20,000 | RETROTEL, INC. Department of State · ---------- COMMENTS: APPROVED ON BEHALF OF THE DEPARTMENT CIO MILLER |
| $13,676 | UNIQUE AUTO BODY & COLLISION CENTER INC General Services Administration · AUTO BODY REPAIRS |
| $2,230 | RETROTEL, INC. Department of Defense · THESE CISCO PHONES WILL BE USED TO FULFILL OFFICES IN THE NEW JXRR OFF |
Source: USAspending.gov (U.S. Treasury) — federal awards only, not city budgets.
🌐 County-level context (Riverside County)
County-level context — from BLS, IRS, FEMA, HUD, Census. These figures cover the whole county this city sits in, not just the city itself.
Net migration+7,387 people (+$388.9M net AGI · 2023)
Federal disasters (10 yr)19 ({"Fire": 38, "Flood": 13, "Severe Storm": 7, "Freezing": 2, · last Wed May 20, 2026)
Traffic fatalities4 (1 pedestrian · 2024)
Business establishments46,244 (687,526 employees · 2023)
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$2,306/mo (113 assisted households · 2025)
Adults with low literacy32.3% (low numeracy 42% · 2017)
Sources: BLS LAUS, IRS SOI, FEMA, NHTSA FARS, Census CBP, HUD, NCES PIAAC
💰 Local campaign finance
2,118 filings · $1.7M total · 15 filers · latest Wed Sep 23, 2026
NetFile filers, predominantly California. Full transactions in the public dataset. Source: NetFile.
City profile
Everything below is drawn from this city’s own public record and primary-source government data. AI-written summaries are a finding aid, not a citable quote.
$169.4M
Annual budget
172
Employees on payroll
313
Permitted housing units
The money — in
source: Census gov-finance & state comptrollerBudget
Revenue$169.4M
Spending$165.8M
Revenue ran ahead of operating spending this year.
The money — out
source: city procurement & payrollWho the city actually cuts checks to.
172 employees on the public payroll — every position and salary is public record.
Outcomes — economic mobility
source: Opportunity Atlas (Harvard) · research useFor kids who grew up here in low-income households, their adult household-income rank (0–1). The average hides a gap by race:
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Where it’s happening
geocoded land-use decisions🗺 Interactive map
Every rezoning, development approval, and permit — explore the geocoded records in the research explorer.