Palm Desert public meetings in 2022
52 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Planning Commission
This agenda is for a Palm Desert Planning Commission meeting scheduled for December 20, 2022, but a cancellation notice is attached, indicating the meeting will not take place. The agenda lists standard procedural items such as call to order, roll call, public comment, consent calendar, and public hearings, but no substantive items are detailed.
- Meeting cancelled per 12-20-22 Cancellation Notice
- Next regular meeting scheduled for January 3, 2023, at 6:00 p.m.
Palm Desert City Council - Regular Meeting
The Palm Desert City Council will hold a regular meeting with a closed session first, followed by public hearings and consent items. Key actions include adopting an urgency ordinance on accessory dwelling units, approving housing agreements for two apartment projects, and declaring several city-owned properties as surplus for sale. The meeting also includes routine items like election results certification, financial policy adoption, and contract awards.
- Urgency ordinance (ZOA 22-0005) amending ADU and JADU regulations
- Housing agreements for Millennium Apartments (74699 Technology Dr) and Gerald Ford Apartments (75580 Gerald Ford Dr)
- Declaring 7 properties on Alessandro Dr, San Antonio Cir, San Clemente Cir as surplus for sale
- Declaring 2 properties at 44911 Cabrillo Ave (APN 625-082-022/023) as surplus
- Award contract to Garland/DBS, Inc. for roof repairs up to $250,000/year
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding two development projects. These include a self-storage facility and a large multifamily apartment community.
- Self-storage facility: 52,528-square-foot facility on 1.87 acres at Dinah Shore Drive and Dick Kelly Drive
- Multifamily apartments: 394-unit community on 18.31 acres at Frank Sinatra Drive and Portola Avenue
Palm Desert City Council - Regular Meeting
The Palm Desert City Council will hold public hearings on a proposed 969-unit residential development called the Refuge, and on designating the Charles E. Du Bois House as a historic landmark. The council will also consider awarding a $370,000 seasonal lighting contract, adopting new building codes, and approving a $6.03 million loan for the 269-unit Vitalia apartment project.
- Public hearing: Refuge Specific Plan and Tentative Tract Map 38434 for up to 969 dwelling units on 106.4 acres at Gerald Ford Drive and Rembrandt Parkway extension
- Housing Authority loan of $6,030,000 to Palm Desert Pacific Associates for 269 multifamily units at Vitalia Apartments off Gerald Ford Drive
- Five-year contract to Christmas Kings for seasonal lighting and decor, not to exceed $370,000
- First reading of ordinance adopting 2022 California Code of Regulations Title 24 and related codes
- Approval of seven Mills Act contracts for Sandpiper Circle Condominiums on El Paseo
Palm Desert City Council - Study Session
The Palm Desert City Council is holding a study session to receive a presentation about the Living Desert. No action will be taken at this meeting; any resulting recommendations will be considered at a future regular City Council meeting.
- Presentation regarding the Living Desert
- Study session only, no action to be taken
- Hybrid meeting accessible in person and via Zoom
Planning Commission
The Palm Desert Planning Commission is meeting to consider two public hearing items: adopting CEQA notices of exemption and recommending approval to the City Council for summary vacations of an excess portion of right-of-way at the northerly terminus of Santa Margarita Avenue, and a portion of a restricted access easement within Parcels 6 and 7 of Parcel Map 36792, north of Gerald Ford Drive. The agenda also includes approval of the November 1, 2022 minutes and informational reports. No action calendar items are listed.
- Summary vacation of excess right-of-way at northerly terminus of Santa Margarita Avenue
- Summary vacation of restricted access easement within Parcels 6 and 7 of Parcel Map 36792, north of Gerald Ford Drive, approx. 750 feet west of Technology Drive
- CEQA notices of exemption for both vacation items
- Approval of Planning Commission minutes from November 1, 2022
Planning Commission
The Palm Desert Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a conditional use permit for a 65-foot-tall wireless telecommunication facility designed as a stealth monopalm at 39750 Garand Lane. The meeting also includes approval of the October 18, 2022 minutes and informational reports. No other action items are listed.
- Public hearing: CUP22-0001 for a 65-foot-tall stealth monopalm wireless facility at 39750 Garand Lane
- CEQA Notice of Exemption for the wireless facility
- Approval of minutes from October 18, 2022
Palm Desert City Council - Regular Meeting
The Palm Desert City Council will hold a regular meeting with closed-session real estate negotiations, followed by action on contracts, cannabis industry reports, and a public hearing on a property sale. Key items include awarding a $1,067,588.35 contract for the Taos Palms trellis and entrance rehabilitation, receiving reports on the cannabis industry and potential regulations for consumption areas, and considering an ordinance on agenda item placement.
- Award $1,067,588.35 design-build contract to Doug Wall Construction for Taos Palms trellis and entrance rehabilitation (Project No. 813-21)
- Receive and file informational reports on the cannabis industry and potential regulation of cannabis consumption areas and temporary special events
- Introduce ordinance amending Municipal Code Section 2.36.060 regarding placement of items on meeting agendas and councilmember sponsorship of agenda items
- Award $69,400 contract to Deckard Technologies for short-term rental monitoring, compliance, enforcement, and tax collection services
- Public hearing on proposed sale of property at 42162 Verdin Lane (APN 624-440-004) pursuant to Health and Safety Code Section 33433(c)
Planning Commission
The Palm Desert Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two items: a conditional use permit amendment to add a distribution license to an existing 2,100-square-foot retail cannabis business at 73345 Highway 111, Suite 205, and a recommendation to the City Council for a specific plan and tentative tract map for 969 residential units on a 106.4-acre parcel at the southwest corner of Gerald Ford Drive and the extension of Rembrandt Parkway. The agenda also includes routine consent items, including approval of the September 6, 2022 meeting minutes, and informational reports.
- CUP amendment for cannabis distribution license at 73345 Highway 111, Suite 205
- Specific plan and tentative tract map for 969 residential units on 106.4 acres at Gerald Ford Drive and Rembrandt Parkway extension
- CEQA mitigated negative declaration for the residential project
- Approval of September 6, 2022 Planning Commission minutes
Palm Desert City Council - Regular Meeting
The Palm Desert City Council will hold public hearings on a 241-unit affordable housing development at Gerald Ford Drive and Technology Drive, including a density bonus and environmental review. They will also consider approving five power purchase agreements for the Civic Center solar project. The consent calendar includes ordinance adoptions, contract amendments, and appointments.
- Public hearing: 241-unit affordable housing development, 10.49-acre parcel at Gerald Ford Drive and Technology Drive extension
- Approve loans totaling $6,755,000 from Housing Authority fund for 239 affordable units and 2 manager's units
- Approve five power purchase agreements with ForeFront Power for Civic Center photovoltaic project
- Adopt Ordinance 1386 establishing Architectural Review Commission (2nd reading)
- Adopt Ordinance 1387 revising invasive plant species regulations (2nd reading)
Planning Commission
This meeting of the Palm Desert Planning Commission was cancelled, as noted in the agenda's cancellation notice. The agenda contains only standard procedural items such as call to order, roll call, public comment, and consent calendar, with no action items or public hearings scheduled.
- Meeting cancelled per 10-04-22 Cancellation Notice
- No action calendar items
- No public hearings scheduled
- Consent calendar limited to approval of minutes
Palm Desert City Council - Regular Meeting
The Palm Desert City Council will hold a regular meeting with a closed session first, followed by public hearings on the 6th Cycle Housing Element, and bond issuances for two apartment projects. The council will also consider ordinances on an Architectural Review Commission and invasive plant species, and award contracts for design services.
- Public hearing on readoption of 6th Cycle Housing Element (2021-2029)
- Bond issuance for Vitalia Apartments (Gerald Ford Drive) and Gerald Ford Apartments (75580 Gerald Ford Drive)
- Ordinance to establish Architectural Review Commission (Chapter 2.22)
- Ordinance revising invasive plant species list (Chapter 24.04.060)
- Award $562,135 contract to Interwest Consulting Group for Lupine Plaza design
Palm Desert City Council - Study Session
The Palm Desert City Council is holding a virtual study session to receive a presentation about Palm Springs Life/Fashion Week. No action will be taken at this meeting; any resulting recommendations will be considered at a future regular City Council meeting.
- Presentation on Palm Springs Life/Fashion Week
- Virtual meeting via Zoom
- No action to be taken at study session
Planning Commission
This meeting of the Palm Desert Planning Commission was cancelled, as indicated by the cancellation notice on the agenda. The agenda contains only standard procedural items (call to order, roll call, public comment, consent calendar, etc.) and no substantive items for discussion or action.
- Meeting cancelled (09-20-22 Cancellation Notice)
Palm Desert City Council - Regular Meeting
The Palm Desert City Council will hold a regular meeting with a closed session first, followed by public items. Key actions include considering a $1,000,000 turf rebate program in partnership with the Coachella Valley Water District, receiving direction on future actions related to Desert Community Energy, and discussing a rail-station feasibility study. The council will also vote on consent items such as contracts, appointments, and event approvals.
- Appropriate $1,000,000 from unobligated general fund reserve for turf rebate program with CVWD
- Approve contract amendment with HR Green Pacific for $121,500 for broadband feasibility and master plan study
- Direction on prospective RFP for rail-station feasibility study
- Approve final tract map 37506-2 and subdivision improvement agreements with University Park Investor, LLC
- Appointments to El Paseo Parking & Business Improvement District Board
Planning Commission
The Palm Desert Planning Commission is meeting to consider a recommendation to the City Council on General Plan Amendment 21-0002, which would readopt the city's 6th Cycle Housing Element for 2021-2029. The agenda also includes approval of the August 16, 2022 minutes and routine consent items. No other action items are listed.
- General Plan Amendment 21-0002: readoption of 6th Cycle Housing Element (2021-2029)
- Approval of August 16, 2022 Planning Commission minutes
Palm Desert City Council - Regular Meeting
The Palm Desert City Council will hold a regular meeting with a closed session on labor negotiations, followed by a consent calendar and action items. Key decisions include awarding contracts for the North Sphere Regional Park planning and design ($1,230,095) and wind fence installation ($311,696), implementing a classification and compensation study with a 3% COLA or lump sum for employees, and considering an absentee landlord property registration program. The agenda also includes numerous routine approvals such as warrants, licenses, and event permits.
- Award $1,230,095 contract to Interwest Consulting Group for North Sphere Regional Park planning and design
- Award $311,696 contract to Red Hawk Services for North Sphere wind fence installation
- Implement classification/compensation study with 3% COLA or up to $3,500 lump sum for PDEO and confidential employees
- Consider absentee landlord property registration program options
- Approve $206,039.29 contract for security camera installation at city facilities
Planning Commission
The Palm Desert Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two items: a conditional use permit for a real estate office at 73111 El Paseo, Suite 101, and a recommendation to the City Council for a 241-unit affordable housing development with a density bonus at Gerald Ford Drive and Technology Drive. The commission will also consider consent calendar items, including approval of the July 5, 2022, meeting minutes.
- Conditional Use Permit CUP22-0004 for EQTY Real Estate office at 73111 El Paseo, Suite 101
- Tentative Parcel Map TPM 38366 and Precise Plan PP22-0003 for 241-unit affordable housing on 10.49 acres
- Housing density bonus request for the Gerald Ford Drive/Technology Drive project
- CEQA Notice of Exemption for the El Paseo office use
- Consent calendar: approval of July 5, 2022, meeting minutes
Planning Commission
The August 2, 2022, meeting of the Palm Desert Planning Commission has been cancelled. The provided agenda includes a cancellation notice.
- 08-02-22 Cancellation Notice
Planning Commission
This meeting of the Palm Desert Planning Commission was cancelled, as indicated by the cancellation notice attached to the agenda. The agenda contains only standard procedural items (call to order, roll call, consent calendar, public hearings, etc.) with no substantive business listed.
- Meeting cancelled per 07-19-22 Cancellation Notice
Palm Desert City Council - Special Meeting
The Palm Desert City Council is holding a special meeting with a closed session on property negotiations and litigation, followed by a regular meeting with public hearings and action items. Key decisions include a $7.235 million loan for 176 affordable housing units, a 3% COLA for unrepresented employees, and several property-related items.
- $7,235,000 loan to Urban Housing Communities for 176 affordable units
- 3% cost of living adjustment for unrepresented employees
- Change order for Development Services lobby renovations: $1,168,341
- Appropriate $400,000 for President's Plaza parking lot improvements
- Contract with Circuit Transit for El Paseo courtesy carts: $200,000
Palm Desert City Council - Study Session
The Palm Desert City Council is holding a virtual study session to receive a presentation and review the Draft Environmental Initiatives Tracker. No action will be taken at this meeting; any resulting recommendations will be considered at an upcoming regular City Council meeting.
- Review of Draft Environmental Initiatives Tracker
- Presentation on Environmental Initiatives
- Study session only — no action to be taken
Palm Desert City Council - Regular Meeting
The Palm Desert City Council will hold a regular meeting with a consent calendar, action items, and public hearings. Key decisions include authorizing funds for the Discover Palm Desert project and Lupine Plaza, adopting the FY 2022/23 financial plan, and setting the November election with an advisory measure on council districts.
- Authorize $1,800,000 from General Fund reserve for Discover Palm Desert final design and construction
- Authorize $4,000,000 for Lupine Plaza final design and construction
- Adopt FY 2022/23 financial plan and capital improvement program
- Call November 8, 2022 election with advisory measure on council districts
- Award $389,120 contract for PD Link Phase I bicycle facilities and Haystack Road safety improvements
Palm Desert City Council - Study Session
The Palm Desert City Council is holding a study session to receive a presentation and review the state's Housing Elements requirements. No action will be taken at this meeting; any resulting recommendations will be considered at a future regular City Council meeting.
- Presentation and review of Housing Elements requirements
- No action to be taken at study session
- Virtual meeting held at Civic Center Council Chamber, 73510 Fred Waring Drive
Planning Commission
This meeting of the Palm Desert Planning Commission was cancelled, as indicated by the cancellation notice attached to the agenda. The agenda itself contains only standard procedural items such as call to order, roll call, oral communications, and consent calendar, with no substantive items listed for discussion or decision.
- Meeting cancelled per 06-21-22 Cancellation Notice
Palm Desert City Council - Regular Meeting
The Palm Desert City Council will hold a regular meeting with a consent calendar and action items, including awarding contracts for janitorial services, traffic improvements, and a new license plate recognition system. The council will also consider an agreement for managing the Desert Willow Golf Resort, extending dining deck permits, and disposing of surplus properties. A public hearing is scheduled on collecting solid waste charges via property tax rolls.
- Award janitorial services contract to Merchants Building Maintenance for $436,743.97 annually
- Approve $350,000 amendment to Kimley-Horn for traffic operations and capacity improvements
- Award contract to Flock Safety for automated license plate recognition (ALPR) system
- Consider agreement with Kemper Sports Management for Desert Willow Golf Resort operations
- Extend temporary use permits for dining decks through June 30, 2024
Planning Commission
The Palm Desert Planning Commission is meeting to consider a Precise Plan for a 150-unit affordable housing project along Gerald Ford Drive, north of Frank Sinatra Drive. The agenda also includes routine items such as approval of prior meeting minutes and oral communications. The main substantive item is the public hearing for the housing project, which requires a CEQA resolution and Precise Plan approval.
- Public hearing for 150-unit multi-family affordable housing project (Case No. PP22-0004) adjacent to Spanish Walk, east of Gerald Ford Drive, north of Frank Sinatra Drive, south of I-10/Railroad
- Consideration of CEQA resolution for the project
- Approval of minutes from May 3, 2022 Planning Commission meeting
Palm Desert City Council - Regular Meeting
The Palm Desert City Council will hold a regular meeting with closed session items, followed by public hearings and action items. Key decisions include a potential ballot measure on City Council districts, a two-year Emergency Services Coordinator agreement with Riverside County not exceeding $160,000, and a resolution establishing the Ironwood Park Utility Undergrounding District. The agenda also includes consent calendar items such as fuel purchases, a landscape maintenance change order, and zoning ordinance amendments.
- Request for feedback on potential ballot measure for City Council districts
- Approve two-year Emergency Services Coordinator agreement with County of Riverside, up to $160,000
- Adopt resolution establishing Ironwood Park Utility Undergrounding District
- Approve purchase of gas and diesel fuel from Beck Oil, Inc. for FY 2022/23
- Approve Change Order No. 1 to Landscape Maintenance Area No. 16 contract with Vintage Landscape, Inc., $27,564
Palm Desert City Council - Study Session
The Palm Desert City Council is holding a study session to receive presentations and review the Discover Palm Desert and Development Services lobby projects. No action will be taken; any recommendations will be considered at a future regular City Council meeting.
- Review of Discover Palm Desert project
- Review of Development Services lobby project
- Virtual meeting format
- No action to be taken at study session
Planning Commission
This agenda is for a Planning Commission meeting that was cancelled, as indicated by the cancellation notice. The agenda contains only standard procedural items such as call to order, roll call, consent calendar, and public hearings, with no specific business items listed.
- Meeting cancelled per 05-17-22 Cancellation Notice
Palm Desert City Council - Regular Meeting
The Palm Desert City Council will hold a regular meeting with a closed session for property negotiations, followed by public hearings on zoning amendments and action items including a potential ballot measure on council districts. The consent calendar includes routine contracts, ordinance adoptions, and housing authority items.
- Initiate proceedings to form President's Plaza Property and Business Improvement District
- Approve initiation of proceedings for Consolidated Palm Desert Landscaping & Lighting Maintenance District No. 1 assessments
- Approve start of proceedings for Benefit Assessment District No. 1 annual assessment
- Request for feedback on potential ballot measure related to City Council districts
- Appropriate $269,743.87 from General Fund Reserves for DELL Cyber Recovery Vault
Palm Desert City Council - Study Session
The Palm Desert City Council is holding a virtual study session to discuss cannabis lounges. No action will be taken at this meeting; any resulting recommendations will be considered at a future regular City Council meeting.
- Discussion of cannabis lounges
Palm Desert City Council - Study Session
The Palm Desert City Council is holding a virtual study session to review the proposed budget for Fiscal Year 2022/2023. No action will be taken at this meeting; any resulting recommendations will be considered at an upcoming regular City Council meeting. The agenda contains only this budget review item and procedural notices.
- Review of proposed FY 2022/2023 budget
- Study session held virtually at Civic Center Council Chamber, 73510 Fred Waring Drive
- No action to be taken at study session
Palm Desert City Council - Study Session
The Palm Desert City Council is holding a virtual study session to review the proposed budget for Fiscal Year 2022/2023. No action will be taken at this meeting; any recommendations will be considered at a future regular City Council meeting. The session is live-streamed on the city's website.
- Review of proposed FY 2022/2023 budget
- Virtual meeting format
- No action to be taken at study session
Palm Desert City Council - Study Session
The Palm Desert City Council is holding a virtual study session to review the proposed budget for Fiscal Year 2022/2023. No action will be taken at this session; any resulting recommendations will be considered at an upcoming regular City Council meeting. The session is live-streamed on the city's website.
- Review of proposed FY 2022/2023 budget
- No action to be taken at study session
- Recommendations to be considered at upcoming regular meeting
Palm Desert City Council - Study Session
The Palm Desert City Council is holding a study session to receive a presentation on the Active Transportation Program. No action will be taken at this meeting; any resulting recommendations will be considered at a future regular City Council meeting.
- Presentation on the Active Transportation Program
- No action to be taken at study session
- Virtual meeting held April 28, 2022 at 2:00 p.m.
Palm Desert City Council - Regular Meeting
The Palm Desert City Council, Successor Agency, and Housing Authority will hold a regular meeting with closed session items on property negotiations and potential litigation. The open session includes consent items, action items on contracts and policies, and a public hearing on a zoning ordinance amendment for time-share projects. The agenda also includes requests for feedback on park use and event reimbursement policies, and priorities for surplus property disposition.
- Public hearing on Ordinance No. 1378 (Zoning Ordinance Amendment 22-0001) to modify Municipal Code Section 25.34.060 regarding Time-Share Projects (1st reading)
- Award contract of $433,132.50 to Engineering Resources of Southern California for Haystack Channel Improvements (Project No. 509-22)
- Approve Amendment No. 1 to Contract No. C38850 with West Coast Arborists for arboricultural services, annual amount not to exceed $975,000, plus $100,000 change order
- Appropriate $340,000 for construction contingency and approve Amendment No. 2 to Contract No. C37040B with Southstar Engineering (up to $300,000) for Presidents' Plaza East and West Parking Lot Improvements
- Closed session: real property negotiations for North Sphere Land Acquisition (Portola/Dinah Shore), 10 acres (Palm Communities ENA/Gerald Ford), and 32 acres at Northwest corner of Portola/Dinah Shore (Freeway Lanes)
Planning Commission
The Palm Desert Planning Commission will consider consent calendar items including parcel map waivers for lot line adjustments in the Dolce and BIGHORN communities, time extensions for The Sands housing development and the MCP Specific Plan, and will hold public hearings on two zoning ordinance amendments. The commission will also hear oral communications and receive committee updates.
- Parcel Map Waiver PMW22-0003 for lot line adjustment at Dolce Lots 27 & 28 (APNs 694-150-027, 694-150-028)
- Parcel Map Waiver PMW22-0004 for lot line adjustment at Dolce Lots 63 & 64 (APNs 694-140-024, 694-140-025)
- Parcel Map Waiver PMW22-0005 for lot line adjustment at BIGHORN Golf Club (APNs 771-240-026, 771-240-051, 771-280-073)
- One-year time extension for Precise Plan/CUP 16-394 for The Sands multi-family housing (Hovley Lane East and Portola Avenue)
- Public hearings on Zoning Ordinance Amendments ZOA22-0003 (Residential Districts) and ZOA22-0004 (Land Uses)
Palm Desert City Council - Regular Meeting
The Palm Desert City Council, Successor Agency, and Housing Authority will hold a regular meeting with a closed session, consent calendar, action items, and public hearings. Key decisions include awarding contracts for traffic signal engineering and upgrades, approving a Hillside Development Plan for a casita, and designating a historic district for Sandpiper Condominiums Circle #1. The agenda also includes routine items like minutes, warrants, and financial reports.
- Award contract to HR Green for traffic signal modifications, not to exceed $300,000
- Award contract to TJKM for Highway Safety Improvement Program signal improvements, $280,565
- Approve Hillside Development Plan for 1,103-square-foot casita at 72240 West Upper Way
- Approve Historic District Designation for Sandpiper Condominiums Circle #1 on El Paseo
- Authorize purchase of 14 traffic signal cabinets from Econolite for $238,283.16
Palm Desert City Council - Regular Meeting
The Palm Desert City Council, Successor Agency, and Housing Authority will hold a regular meeting with closed-session real estate negotiations, followed by public actions. Key items include a possible five-district ballot measure for 2022, a requirement for a specific plan for the Palm Desert mall site, and approval of several contracts and ordinances. The agenda also includes routine consent items and a public hearing on time-share zoning.
- Discussion of Council-initiated five-district ballot measure for 2022
- Consideration to require a Specific Plan for the Palm Desert mall site
- Resolution and Exclusive Negotiation Agreement with Palm Communities for APN 694-120-028 and part of 694-120-029
- Appropriate $63,433.55 for Arctic Wolf security services from Vector USA
- Ordinance to revise bird feeding rules (2nd reading) and redraw council district boundaries (2nd reading)
Planning Commission
The Palm Desert Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a Precise Plan for a 330-unit apartment development at the southeast corner of Gerald Ford Drive and Technology Drive, including adoption of a CEQA resolution. The commission will also consider a consent calendar item for a lot line adjustment on Gerald Ford Drive and approve minutes from the March 1, 2022 meeting.
- Public hearing on Precise Plan PP21-0009 for 330-unit apartment development (Parcel 7, Parcel Map 36792, Gerald Ford Drive and Technology Drive)
- CEQA resolution for the apartment project
- Parcel Map Waiver PMW21-0009 for lot line adjustment on Gerald Ford Drive (APNs 694-310-006 and 694-310-002)
- Approval of minutes from March 1, 2022 Planning Commission meeting
Palm Desert City Council - Regular Meeting
The Palm Desert City Council will hold public hearings on redrawing council district boundaries, approving an amended franchise agreement with Burrtec Waste and Recycling Services with adjusted rates, and adopting a Mitigated Negative Declaration for amendments to the Housing and Safety Elements of the General Plan. The council will also consider a zoning change for 32 condominium units, a security camera grant program, and several other items.
- Public hearing on redrawing council member district boundaries (4th hearing)
- Resolution to approve amended franchise agreement with Burrtec Waste and Recycling Services, LLC and adjusted rates
- Ordinance No. 1377: change of zone to 8 units/acre, tentative parcel map 38033, precise plan for 32 condos at Gerald Ford Drive and Shepherd Lane
- Approve Unite Palm Desert Security Camera System grant program
- Award contract for Palm Desert Aquatic Center pool resurfacing and lighting replacement (Project No. 881-22)
Palm Desert City Council - Study Session
The Palm Desert City Council is holding a virtual study session to review design proposals for Lupine Plaza. No action will be taken at this meeting; any recommendations will be considered at a future regular City Council meeting.
- Review of design proposals for Lupine Plaza
- Study session held virtually on March 10, 2022, at 2:00 p.m.
- No action will be taken at this study session
Palm Desert City Council - Regular Meeting
The City Council is considering several public hearings regarding district boundary redrawing, zoning amendments for time-share projects, and the Monterey Crossing mixed-use development. Additional items include a residential density change for a condominium project and an appeal regarding short-term rental permits.
- Public hearing on redrawing Council member district boundaries
- Zoning ordinance amendment regarding time-share projects
- Monterey Crossing 18-acre mixed use commercial development resolution
- Condominium construction proposal at Gerald Ford Drive and Shepherd Lane
- Reimbursement of $6,200 to La Quinta Brewing Company for public art
Palm Desert City Council - Study Session
The Palm Desert City Council is holding a virtual study session to receive a presentation about Acrisure Arena. No action will be taken at this meeting; any resulting recommendations will be considered at a future regular City Council meeting.
- Presentation on Acrisure Arena
- No action to be taken at study session
- Virtual meeting held at Civic Center Council Chamber, 73510 Fred Waring Drive
Planning Commission
This agenda is for a Planning Commission meeting that was cancelled, as indicated by the cancellation notice. The agenda lists standard procedural items such as call to order, roll call, consent calendar, and public hearings, but no substantive items are detailed.
- Meeting cancelled (2-15-22 Cancellation Notice)
Palm Desert City Council - Regular Meeting
The Palm Desert City Council will hold a regular meeting with a closed session for property negotiations and potential litigation. In open session, they will consider consent calendar items including mid-year budget adjustments, several contract awards for public works projects, and a second reading of a zoning ordinance amendment on community engagement. Public hearings are scheduled for historic district designations for two Sandpiper Condominiums circles on El Paseo.
- Closed session: real property negotiations on 18.73-acre site on Desert Willow Drive and 93-acre site west of Portola Ave/south of Gerald Ford Dr; also 45656 Mountain View property
- Resolution to approve Mid-Year Adjustments for FY 2021-22 Revenue and Expenditures
- Award $158,830 to United Storm Water for 2021 Catch Basin and Drain Cleaning Project
- Award $186,300 to KOA Corp for Neighborhood Traffic Management Plan
- Public hearings: Historic District Designations for Sandpiper Condominiums Circle 2 and Circle 3 on El Paseo
Planning Commission
The Palm Desert Planning Commission will hold public hearings on three items: a street vacation on San Pablo Avenue, a 32-unit condominium project at Gerald Ford Drive and Shepherd Lane, and a General Plan amendment to the Housing and Safety Elements. It will also consider a consent calendar including a parcel map waiver for two parcels on Rock River Road and approval of prior meeting minutes.
- Parcel map waiver for two parcels at 865 and 867 Rock River Road (PMW 22-0002)
- Summary vacation of unused San Pablo Avenue right-of-way at Fred Waring Drive and San Pablo Avenue
- Change of Zone, Tentative Parcel Map 38033, and Precise Plan for 32 single-story condos, clubhouse, pool/spa on 3.91 acres at Gerald Ford Drive and Shepherd Lane (CZ 21-0001, TPM 38033, PP 21-0008)
- General Plan Amendment 21-0002 to amend Housing Element and Safety Element (GPA 21-0002)
Palm Desert City Council - Regular Meeting
The Palm Desert City Council will consider approving amendments and agreements for the DSRT Surf project, a resort with a 5.5-acre surf lagoon, a 92-room hotel, and 83 residential units. The council will also hold public hearings on redistricting, historic district designations, and a zoning ordinance on community engagement. Several routine items are on the consent calendar, including contracts and a police motorcycle purchase.
- Approve contract with Romo Studios, LLC, $188,390, to replace bronze boy at Freedom Park
- Approve 2022 Palm Desert Half Marathon and 5K event
- Authorize purchase of patrol BMW motorcycle for Police Department
- Approve contract with Kemper Sports for Desert Willow Golf Resort maintenance
- Approve $20 million appropriation for DSRT Surf public improvements
Planning Commission
The Palm Desert Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two items: a recommendation to the City Council to adopt a Mitigated Negative Declaration and approve General Plan Amendment 21-0002, which amends the Housing and Safety Elements; and a recommendation to approve Zoning Ordinance Amendment 22-0001, which modifies Municipal Code Section 25.34.060 regarding timeshare projects. The agenda also includes routine items such as approval of the December 21, 2021 minutes and oral communications.
- Public hearing on General Plan Amendment 21-0002 (Housing and Safety Elements) with Mitigated Negative Declaration
- Public hearing on Zoning Ordinance Amendment 22-0001 (Timeshare Projects, Municipal Code Section 25.34.060)
- Consent calendar: approval of minutes from December 21, 2021 meeting
- Oral communications (3-minute limit per speaker)
Palm Desert City Council - Study Session
The Palm Desert City Council is holding a virtual study session to review the annual report from Visit Greater Palm Springs. No action will be taken at this meeting; it is for discussion only.
- Review of Visit Greater Palm Springs annual report
Palm Desert City Council - Regular Meeting
The Palm Desert City Council, Successor Agency, and Housing Authority will hold a virtual meeting on January 13, 2022. They will consider approving two land sale agreements, adopting an urgency ordinance on urban lot splits, and redrawing council district boundaries. The agenda also includes routine consent items and several action items on contracts and appointments.
- Approve purchase and sale agreement with Refuge Palm Desert, LLC for ~93-acre site west of Portola Ave and south of Gerald Ford Dr
- Approve purchase and sale agreement with Family Development Group, Inc. for 18.73-acre site on Desert Willow Dr
- Adopt urgency ordinance No. 1373 on urban lot splits and two-unit projects
- Approve Amendment No. 3 to contract with Michael Baker International for up to $305,000
- Public hearing on redrawing council member district boundaries