Palm Desert public meetings in 2024

Historic Preservation Committee

The provided agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and software interface text. There are no specific decisions, proposals, or discussion items listed for this meeting.

Architectural Review Commission

The provided agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and software interface elements. There are no specific projects, decisions, or discussion items listed for this meeting.

Library Advisory Committee

The Library Advisory Committee agenda for December 23, 2024 contains no listed items or decisions. The document provides only generic headings and placeholders without specific topics, proposals, or votes.

El Paseo Parking and Business Improvement District Board

The El Paseo Parking and Business Improvement District Board scheduled a meeting for December 19, 2024, but the agenda text provided contains no decisions, proposals, or discussions.

Outside Agency - Charitable Contributions Committee

The Outside Agency Committee is meeting to discuss and approve funding recommendations for Program Year 2025-26 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) applications. The body will review requests from public service providers and facilities for project funding.

• Approval of Program Year 2025-26 CDBG funding recommendations
• Public services applications from Desert Recreation District, Fair Housing Council of Riverside County, and Operation SafeHouse
• Public facilities and improvements applications from Desert Arc's, The Joslyn Center, Palm Desert Housing Authority, and The Ranch Recovery Center
• Approval of May 30, 2024 meeting minutes

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider recommending a zoning ordinance amendment to the City Council. The proposal involves changes to specific sections of the Palm Desert Municipal Code Title 25.

• Recommendation for Zoning Ordinance Amendment ZOA24-0004 affecting Municipal Code sections 25.60.080, 25.60.160, and 25.78.020(C)
• Review of Planning Commission Resolution No. 2887
• Approval of November 19, 2024 meeting minutes

Resource Preservation and Enhancement Committee

The agenda for the December 16, 2024 meeting of the Palm Desert Resource Preservation and Enhancement Committee is procedural and does not list specific items for discussion or decision.

• Meeting type: Regular
• Meeting date: 2024-12-16
• Department: Resource Preservation and Enhancement Committee
• Status: Scheduled

Palm Desert City Council - Regular Meeting

The City Council will declare the results of the November 5, 2024, general municipal election and appoint the Mayor and Mayor Pro Tem. The body is also considering several municipal code updates and historical property contracts.

• Appointment of Jan Harnik as Mayor and Evan Trubee as Mayor Pro Tem
• Adoption of Ordinance No. 1423 regarding Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs)
• Approval of Mills Act contracts for 241 Sandpiper Street, 72541 El Paseo Unit 1004, and 45666 Shadow Mountain Drive
• Adoption of Ordinances No. 1420, 1421, and 1422 updating grading, residential property disclosure, and encroachments
• Rejection of all proposals for pool, spa, and water feature maintenance at Housing Authority properties

The Palm Desert City Council certified the November 5, 2024 election results, installed newly elected councilmembers, and appointed Jan Harnik as Mayor and Evan Trubee as Mayor Pro Tem for a one-year term. The council also approved a consent calendar with multiple contracts, ordinances, and appointments, and adopted a policy for notifying homeowner associations during the building permit process.

• Adopted Resolution No. 2024-082 declaring results of the November 5, 2024 General Municipal Election (4-0)
• Appointed Jan Harnik as Mayor and Evan Trubee as Mayor Pro Tem for a one-year term (4-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 1420 updating Title 27 Grading (4-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 1421 updating Chapter 5.11 Disclosure upon Transfer of Residential Property (4-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 1422 updating Chapter 12.04 Encroachments (4-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 1423 amending Section 25.34.030 relating to Accessory Dwelling Units (4-0)
• Awarded Contract No. C48720 to Crosstown Electric and Data, Inc. for the Dinah Shore Drive Corridor Project in the amount of $295,783 plus $30,000 contingency (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2024-089 adopting policy DS-001 for notifying homeowner associations as part of the building permit process (4-0)

Palm Desert City Council - Study Session

The City Council held a study session to receive an update on the design and progress of the Haystack Road Channel Improvements project (CDR00003). No decisions or actions will be taken during this meeting. The session was open to the public in person and via teleconference.

• Update on design and progress of Haystack Road Channel Improvements project (CDR00003)

The City Council held a study session to receive an update on the Haystack Road Channel Improvements Project. Councilmembers emphasized the need for a long-term solution and agreed to continue community conversations. No formal decisions were made; the session was informational only.

• Discussed Haystack Road Channel Improvements Project update (no vote)
• Agreed to continue community engagement on the project (no formal action)

Cultural Arts Committee

The Palm Desert Cultural Arts Committee will approve routine consent items, adopt the minutes from the November 13 meeting, and file a project status report for this meeting. The committee will also vote on a $25,000 sponsorship request from Desert X for the 2025 exhibition. Informational updates on a public sculpture and new mid‑block crosswalks will be presented.

• Approve consent calendar (routine items)
• Approve minutes of the November 13, 2024 meeting
• Receive and file project status report for December 11, 2024
• Approve sponsorship request of $25,000 from Desert X for the 2025 exhibition
• Provide updates on the sculpture "The Unbearable Lightness of Being" and raised mid‑block crosswalks

The Cultural Arts Committee voted 7-0 to recommend City Council approve a $25,000 sponsorship for Desert X's 2025 exhibition. They also approved the consent calendar, including minutes and a project status report. No other substantive decisions were made; remaining items were informational updates.

• Recommended City Council approve $25,000 Desert X sponsorship (7-0)
• Approved consent calendar as presented (7-0)
• Approved November 13, 2024 minutes (7-0)
• Received and filed project status report (7-0)

Housing Commission

The Housing Commission is meeting to recommend contracts and maintenance actions to the Palm Desert Housing Authority Board. Key items include a roof replacement project and the rejection of current pool maintenance proposals.

• Proposed contract award to Garland/DBS, Inc for Santa Rosa Roof Replacement Project (CHA00004) not to exceed $591,229
• Proposed 10% contingency of $59,122.90 for the Santa Rosa roof project
• Proposal to reject all submitted bids for pool, spa, and water feature maintenance and repair at Housing Authority properties
• Review of October 2024 Home Improvement Program Activity Report
• Review of October 2024 monthly reports from Falkenberg/Gilliam & Associates (FGA)

The Housing Commission voted to recommend awarding a $591,229 construction contract to Garland/DBS for the Santa Rosa Apartments roof replacement project, with a 10% contingency. They also recommended rejecting all pool, spa, and water feature maintenance proposals and resoliciting those services. Consent items, including October's Home Improvement Program report, were approved. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Recommended awarding $591,229 roof replacement contract to Garland/DBS (motion carried)
• Recommended authorizing 10% contingency of $59,122.90 for roof project
• Recommended rejecting all pool, spa, and water feature maintenance proposals
• Recommended resoliciting pool and water feature maintenance services
• Approved consent calendar including November 13, 2024 minutes
• Received and filed Home Improvement Program Activity Report for October 2024

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee will consider routine consent‑calendar items, including approval of the November 2024 meeting minutes and several departmental reports. Commissioners will receive a presentation on fire stations 102, 33 and 71, which requires no action. The committee will provide feedback on the implementation of Measure G’s approved five‑year spending plan.

• Approve November 2024 Public Safety Committee minutes
• Approve Palm Desert Specialized Units November 2024 report
• Approve Riverside County Fire Department/Cal Fire November 2024 report
• Approve Automated License Plate Reader shared‑network November 2024 report
• Discuss and give feedback on Measure G five‑year spending plan implementation

The Public Safety Committee approved the consent calendar and provided feedback on the Measure G five-year spending plan for public safety. All consent items were approved unanimously, including reports from various departments. The committee also received updates on fire station construction and public safety activities.

• Approved consent calendar excluding item 5e (7-0)
• Approved minutes of November 12, 2024 (7-0)
• Approved Palm Desert Specialized Units Report for November 2024
• Approved Riverside County Fire Department/Cal Fire Monthly Report for November 2024
• Approved Code Compliance Report for November 2024
• Approved COP Monthly Report for October 2024
• Approved Automated License Plate Reader Shared Network Report for November 2024
• Approved Emergency Services Coordinator Monthly Report for November 2024

Architectural Review Commission

The Palm Desert Architectural Review Commission will approve the November 12 minutes and the routine consent calendar. Commissioners will then review three design proposals: a Rove electric‑vehicle charging station with a 4,500‑sq‑ft market in the Monterey Crossings Specific Plan, a façade modification for O’Reilly Auto Parts at 72875 Highway 111, and a 146‑unit detached residential development in University Park.

• Approve November 12, 2024 ARC meeting minutes
• Approve routine consent calendar items
• Design review approval for Rove EV station with 4,500 sq ft market (Monterey Crossings Specific Plan)
• Design review approval for O’Reilly Auto Parts façade modification at 72875 Highway 111
• Design review approval for 146‑unit residential detached development in University Park

The Architectural Review Commission approved a design review for a new Rove Electric Vehicle station with a 4,500-square-foot market within the Monterey Crossings Specific Plan, subject to conditions including a photometric plan and equipment screening. The commission continued two other items to a date uncertain: a façade modification for O'Reilly Auto Parts and a 146-unit residential development in University Park, both with specific design comments. All votes were unanimous (6-0, with one recusal on the residential item).

• Approved design review for Rove EV station with market (6-0)
• Continued O'Reilly Auto Parts façade modification to date uncertain (6-0)
• Continued 146-unit residential development in University Park to date uncertain (5-0, Sanchez recused)

Library Advisory Committee

The Library Advisory Committee will consider routine consent items and approve the November 7, 2024 minutes. It will recommend that the conceptual design of the new library facility be presented to the City Council. The committee will also provide feedback on library statistics, the upcoming grand opening, programs, partnerships, and community engagement.

• Approve consent calendar as presented
• Approve minutes from the November 7, 2024 meeting
• Recommend conceptual design of the new library facility be presented to City Council
• Provide feedback on library updates, grand opening, programs, partnerships, and community engagement

The Library Advisory Committee voted unanimously to recommend the conceptual design of the new Palm Desert Library facility be presented to the City Council. The committee also approved the consent calendar, including the November 7, 2024 minutes, and provided feedback on library updates regarding statistics, grand opening, partnerships, and engagement. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Recommended conceptual design of new library facility be presented to City Council (5-0)
• Approved consent calendar as presented (5-0)
• Approved minutes of November 7, 2024 (5-0)
• Provided feedback on library updates (5-0)

El Paseo Parking and Business Improvement District Board

The El Paseo Parking and Business Improvement District Board will approve routine items on the consent calendar, adopt the minutes from the October 17 meeting, and accept the October 31 financial statements. The board will hear a marketing update for October 2024. It will then consider a $5,000 sponsorship of the California Desert Plein Air Festival and vote to fill an open board seat.

• Approve consent calendar (routine items)
• Approve minutes from the October 17, 2024 meeting
• Approve financial statements for the month ending Oct 31 2024
• Consider a $5,000 sponsorship of the California Desert Plein Air Festival
• Vote on a new member to fill an open board seat

The board approved a $5,000 sponsorship for the California Desert Plein Air Festival and voted to appoint Angela Rafferty to fill an open board seat. Consent calendar items, including approval of October minutes and financial statements, were also approved. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved $5,000 sponsorship for California Desert Plein Air Festival
• Voted to appoint Angela Rafferty to open board seat
• Approved consent calendar as presented
• Approved minutes of October 17, 2024
• Approved financial statements for October 31, 2024

Parks and Recreation Committee

The committee will meet to approve minutes from November 5, 2024, and receive informational reports. There are no items on the action calendar for decision.

• Informational updates from Palm Desert Aquatic Center
• Informational updates from First Tee - Coachella Valley
• Informational updates from Friends of the Desert Mountains
• Informational updates from Family YMCA of the Desert
• Informational updates from Desert Recreation District

Public Affairs Marketing Panel

The agenda for the Palm Desert Public Affairs Marketing Panel on Dec 3, 2024 contains no listed items. It appears to be a placeholder with no substantive decisions or discussions recorded.

Public Affairs Marketing Panel

The agenda contains no listed items. The meeting appears to be a placeholder with no substantive agenda.

Planning Commission

The agenda for the Palm Desert Planning Commission meeting on 2024-12-03 contains no listed items; it appears to be procedural boilerplate.

Historic Preservation Committee

The agenda contains no listed items. No decisions or discussions are documented.

Architectural Review Commission

The provided agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and software interface elements. There are no specific projects, decisions, or discussion items listed for this meeting.

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee meeting scheduled for November 26, 2024 in Palm Desert has no agenda items listed. As a result, no specific decisions or discussions are documented for this session.

El Paseo Parking and Business Improvement District Board

The El Paseo Parking and Business Improvement District Board will approve the consent calendar, the minutes from the October 17, 2024 meeting, and the financial statement ending October 31, 2024. The board will receive informational updates from city staff, the sheriff, and marketing. It will consider a proposed $5,000 sponsorship of the California Desert Plein Air Festival. Finally, the board will vote to fill an open board seat from three candidates.

• Approve consent calendar (routine items)
• Approve minutes of the October 17, 2024 meeting
• Approve financial statement ending October 31, 2024
• Consider $5,000 sponsorship of the California Desert Plein Air Festival
• Vote to fill open board seat (three candidates)

Planning Commission

The Palm Desert Planning Commission will first vote to approve the consent calendar and the minutes from the October 29 meeting. The commission will then consider a conditional use permit amendment and a notice of exemption to allow expansion of an existing restaurant at 77734 Country Club Drive, Suite F1. Additional agenda items include informational reports, attendance data, and public notices.

• Approve consent calendar (routine items)
• Approve minutes of the October 29, 2024 Planning Commission meeting
• Consider conditional use permit amendment and CEQA notice of exemption for restaurant expansion at 77734 Country Club Drive, Suite F1
• Present informational reports and committee updates
• Provide public notices and attendance report

The Planning Commission approved a conditional use permit amendment and a notice of exemption for a restaurant expansion. The commission also approved the minutes from the October 29, 2024 meeting.

• Approved conditional use permit amendment for restaurant expansion at 77734 Country Club Drive (4-0)
• Adopted Notice of Exemption for 77734 Country Club Drive project (4-0)
• Approved October 29, 2024 meeting minutes (4-0)

Palm Desert City Council - Regular Meeting

The Palm Desert City Council will consider several routine items, including approval of the consent calendar and various contracts. It will also adopt Resolution 2024-080, authorizing the City Manager to implement a five‑year spending plan for the local transactions and use tax. Additional agenda items include awards of construction and professional services contracts and approval of out‑of‑state travel for the Public Affairs Manager.

• Award Construction Services Contract No. HA48600 with Mohawk Commercial, Inc. for floor coverings at Palm Desert Housing Authority properties, up to $175,000 annually
• Award Contract No. C48610 to R Dependable Construction, Inc. for ADA upgrades at the State Building, $279,900 plus $28,000 contingency
• Award Professional Services Agreement No. C48620 to Hermann Design Group for a Landscape Master Plan, $41,585 plus $8,415 contingency
• Approve out‑of‑state travel for the Public Affairs Manager to New York City on Jan 21 2025 to promote the Palm Desert Food & Wine Festival
• Adopt Resolution No. 2024-080 to implement the Palm Desert Transactions and Use Tax five‑year spending plan

The City Council unanimously approved a resolution authorizing the City Manager to implement a 5-year spending plan for the local transactions and use tax, and to execute necessary agreements. The council also introduced ordinances to amend encroachment rules and accessory dwelling unit regulations, and approved several contracts, including a $279,900 ADA upgrade project and a $175,000 annual flooring contract for housing authority properties.

• Approved Resolution 2024-080 authorizing 5-year spending plan for transactions and use tax (5-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 1422 amending encroachment regulations (5-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 1423 amending accessory dwelling unit rules (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2024-081 updating TUMF fee schedule for 2025 (5-0)
• Awarded $279,900 contract for ADA upgrades at State Building (5-0)
• Awarded $175,000 annual flooring contract to Mohawk Commercial (5-0)
• Approved $41,585 landscape master plan contract with Hermann Design Group (5-0)
• Accepted resignation of Jake Wuest from Finance Committee (5-0)

Palm Desert City Council - Study Session

The City Council is holding a study session to review several policy and infrastructure items. No formal action will be taken during this meeting.

• Three options to address the deteriorating retention basin owned by Palm Desert Regency Estates Homeowners’ Association
• Policy amendments for public noticing of development permits
• Proposed Professional Services Agreement with Avenu Insights and Analytics for business licensing services
• Proposal to establish July 1st as the annual fixed date for business licensing renewals

The City Council expressed a preference for Option 3 regarding the Palm Desert Regency Estates HOA retention basins, which would involve the HOA dedicating the basins to the City and the City providing ongoing maintenance costs. The Council also expressed support for staff recommendations on public noticing revisions for development applications, including extending Hillside Development notification from Haystack Road to Highway 111. The business licensing evaluation item was continued to a date uncertain.

• Expressed preference for Option 3: HOA dedicates retention basins to City, City covers maintenance
• Expressed support for staff recommendations on public noticing revisions
• Noted Hillside Development notification should extend from Haystack Road to Highway 111
• Continued business licensing evaluation to a date uncertain

Housing Commission

The commission will consider routine consent items, approve the minutes from the October 9, 2024 meeting, receive the September Home Improvement Program activity report, and vote on a short‑form construction services contract with Mohawk Commercial, Inc. for floor coverings at Authority properties, limited to $175,000 for FY 2024/2025. Additional informational reports on city‑council actions and monthly housing data will be presented.

• Approve the consent calendar (routine items).
• Approve the minutes of the October 9, 2024 Housing Commission meeting.
• Receive and file the Home Improvement Program Activity Report for September 2024.
• Award a short‑form construction contract to Mohawk Commercial, Inc. for floor coverings, up to $175,000 for FY 2024/2025.
• Present monthly occupancy, rent, and financial reports for August and September 2024.

The Housing Commission voted to recommend that the Palm Desert Housing Authority Board award a one-year contract, with four optional one-year renewals, to Mohawk Commercial Inc. for floor coverings at Authority properties, not to exceed $175,000 annually. The recommendation also authorizes use of an Omnia Partners cooperative contract and allows the Executive Director to execute the agreement. The consent calendar, including approval of October minutes and the September Home Improvement Activity Report, was approved unanimously.

• Recommended award of $175K flooring contract to Mohawk Commercial Inc. (motion carried)
• Approved consent calendar including October 9, 2024 minutes (motion carried)
• Received and filed September 2024 Home Improvement Activity Report (motion carried)

Cultural Arts Committee

The Cultural Arts Committee is meeting to rank designs for asphalt art at El Paseo raised mid-block crosswalks. The body will also consider the deaccession of a grand piano by David Mueller and review library art programming.

• Ranking of asphalt art designs for El Paseo raised mid-block crosswalks
• Proposed deaccession of Grand Piano by David Mueller
• Informational report on arts programming at the Palm Desert Library

The Cultural Arts Committee approved the deaccession of the Grand Piano by David Mueller, eliminating it from the city's collection. They also selected a design for the El Paseo crosswalks, eliminating the Daisy design and ranking Palm Frond first, and received and filed reports on library arts programming and project status.

• Approved deaccession of Grand Piano by David Mueller (7-0)
• Eliminated Daisy design for El Paseo crosswalks; ranked Palm Frond, Palm Tree, Paul Hobson (7-0)
• Approved consent calendar including minutes and library arts report (7-0)
• Received and filed project status report (7-0)

Public Safety Committee

The Palm Desert Public Safety Committee will consider establishing a subcommittee to evaluate camera systems for public safety. The meeting also includes approval of monthly reports for specialized units, code compliance, and emergency services.

• Approval of October 2024 specialized units and fire department reports
• Approval of code compliance and emergency services monthly reports
• Proposal to establish a subcommittee to evaluate camera systems for public safety
• Approval of Citizens on Patrol monthly reports
• Approval of Automated License Plate Reader shared network report

The Public Safety Committee approved the consent calendar and all monthly reports, and established a subcommittee to evaluate camera systems for public safety. The subcommittee will consist of Committee Member Nelson, Vice Chair Kramer, and Chair Wahlstrom. No other substantive decisions were made; remaining items were informational only.

• Approved consent calendar including minutes and monthly reports (7-0)
• Approved October 8, 2024 minutes (7-0)
• Approved Specialized Units Report for October 2024 (7-0)
• Approved Code Compliance Report for October 2024 (7-0)
• Approved Emergency Services Coordinator Monthly Report for October 2024 (7-0)
• Approved COP Monthly Report for September 2024 (7-0)
• Approved Automated License Plate Reader Shared Network Report for October 2024 (7-0)
• Appointed subcommittee to evaluate camera systems for public safety (7-0)

Architectural Review Commission

The Palm Desert Architectural Review Commission will consider several design review requests, including a private pickleball court, a new Rove electric‑vehicle charging station with market space, and a 950‑square‑foot drive‑through coffee shop within the Monterey Crossings Specific Plan. The commission will also vote on an amendment to the sign program for the El Paseo Square Building G and routine consent‑calendar items such as approval of the October 22, 2024 meeting minutes.

• Design review approval for a private pickleball court in the rear yard of 77800 Delaware Place, with usage and noise conditions.
• Amendment to the existing comprehensive sign program for El Paseo Square Building G at 73495 Highway 111.
• Design review approval for a new Rove electric vehicle charging station with a 4,500 sq ft market within the Monterey Crossings Specific Plan.
• Design review approval for a new 950 sq ft drive‑through coffee shop (Dutch Bros) within the Monterey Crossings Specific Plan.
• Routine consent calendar approval and adoption of the October 22, 2024 Architectural Review Commission minutes.

The Architectural Review Commission approved a private pickleball court at 77800 Delaware Place with conditions including restricted hours (7 a.m. to 7 p.m.), a ban on commercial use, and a noise study. The commission also approved a sign program amendment for El Paseo Square and a drive-through coffee shop, while continuing a Rove EV station project for design revisions.

• Approved pickleball court at 77800 Delaware Place with conditions (5-1)
• Approved sign program amendment for El Paseo Square Building G (6-0)
• Continued Rove EV station with market at Monterey Crossings for revisions (6-0)
• Approved drive-through coffee shop at Monterey Crossings with conditions (5-0)
• Approved consent calendar including October 22, 2024 minutes (6-0)

Library Advisory Committee

The committee will hear a presentation of the proposed new library conceptual design. It will also consider routine consent‑calendar items and approve the September 23, 2024 meeting minutes. Finally, the committee will receive and file library updates on statistics, the grand opening, partnerships, programs, and community engagement.

• New Library Conceptual Design Presentation (PDF attachments provided)
• Approval of the consent calendar (routine items)
• Approval of the September 23, 2024 Library Advisory Committee minutes
• Receive and file library updates and statistics, including grand opening and program information
• Non‑agenda public comments (up to three minutes per speaker)

The committee reviewed conceptual design options for the new library and expressed support for the high-end option, though no formal action was taken on the designs. The committee approved the previous meeting's minutes and received library statistics and updates.

• Approved September 23, 2024 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Received and filed library updates on statistics, partnerships, and programs (5-0)

Parks and Recreation Committee

The Parks and Recreation Committee will discuss whether to explore cost options for installing fencing around playground equipment at city parks. The committee is specifically considering an initial assessment of Freedom Park.

• Discussion on cost options for playground fencing, starting with Freedom Park
• Approval of September 20, 2024 meeting minutes
• Updates from Palm Desert Aquatic Center
• Updates from First Tee - Coachella Valley
• Updates from Friends of the Desert Mountains

The Parks and Recreation Committee approved a motion to explore cost options for fencing around playground equipment at city parks, starting with an assessment of Freedom Park. The consent calendar, including approval of the September 20, 2024 minutes, was also approved unanimously. Informational reports were received from partner organizations, but no other formal actions were taken.

• Approved consent calendar as presented (8-0)
• Approved minutes of September 20, 2024 (8-0)
• Approved exploring cost options for playground fencing, starting with Freedom Park (8-0)

Planning Commission

The agenda for the Palm Desert Planning Commission meeting on November 5, 2024 contains no listed items. No decisions or discussions are documented in the provided agenda. The meeting appears to be procedural with no substantive agenda items.

Homelessness Task Force

The Homelessness Task Force meeting on November 4, 2024 in Palm Desert has no agenda items detailed in the provided document. The agenda consists only of placeholders and software interface elements. No decisions or discussions are specified.

Homelessness Task Force

The Palm Desert Homelessness Taskforce will vote on routine consent items, approve the September 4, 2024 meeting minutes, and adopt the City Net September 2024 Impact Report. Members will elect a chair and vice‑chair for fiscal year 2024‑2025. The primary decision is to approve the 2025 Workplan and incorporate a new “Homeless Prevention Resources” category.

• Approve consent calendar (routine items)
• Approve September 4, 2024 meeting minutes
• Approve City Net September 2024 Impact Report
• Approve and reaffirm 2025 Workplan, adding “Homeless Prevention Resources”
• Elect chair and vice‑chair for fiscal year 2024‑2025

The Homelessness Taskforce reelected Diane Vines as Chair and Scott Marks as Vice Chair for the 2024-2025 fiscal year. The committee also approved the September 2024 meeting minutes and the City Net Impact Report. Additionally, members voted to update the 2025 Workplan to include a new category for Homeless Prevention Resources.

• Reelected Diane Vines as Chair (4-0)
• Elected Scott Marks as Vice Chair (4-0)
• Approved September 4, 2024 minutes (4-0)
• Approved September 2024 City Net Impact Report (4-0)
• Approved 2025 Workplan with new prevention category (4-0)

Homelessness Task Force

The agenda for the Palm Desert Homelessness Task Force meeting on November 4, 2024 contains no listed items. It appears to be a placeholder with only generic headings and no specific proposals, contracts, or decisions. No concrete agenda items are provided.

Planning Commission

The Palm Desert Planning Commission will meet to discuss amending municipal code sections regarding accessory dwelling units (ADUs) and junior ADUs to comply with state law. The body will also approve the minutes from the previous meeting.

• Approval of October 1, 2024 Planning Commission meeting minutes
• Consideration to amend Section 25.34.030 regarding ADUs and junior ADUs
• Finding the ADU ordinance amendment to be statutorily exempt from CEQA

Library Advisory Committee

The Palm Desert Library Advisory Committee meeting scheduled for 2024-10-28 has an agenda that contains no listed items. No decisions, proposals, or discussions are detailed in the provided agenda document.

Palm Desert City Council - Study Session

The Palm Desert City Council is holding a study session to receive an update and provide feedback on the Palm Springs International Airport Master Plan. The agenda states that no action will be taken during this meeting.

• Update and feedback on the Palm Springs International Airport Master Plan

The City Council held a study session to receive an update on the Palm Springs International Airport Master Plan from airport staff and commissioners. No formal decisions were made; the session was informational only.

• Received update on Palm Springs International Airport Master Plan (no vote)

Palm Desert City Council - Regular Meeting

The Palm Desert City Council will consider a consent calendar of routine items and adopt several ordinances, including updates to short‑term rentals and right‑of‑way vacation procedures. Council members will vote on two major contract awards: a $733,400 traffic signal installation for the Vitalia project and a $750,000 on‑call contract for parks and landscape enhancements. Additional actions include a lease extension with the Artist Council at 72-567 Highway 111 and a resolution on dining‑deck lease rates.

• Adopt Ordinance No. 1417 amending short‑term rental regulations (Chapter 5.10)
• Adopt Ordinance No. 1418 adding Chapter 12.36 for public right‑of‑way vacation procedures
• Award contract to DBX, Inc. of Temecula for Vitalia Traffic Signal Installation – $733,400 plus $73,000 contingency
• Award on‑call contracts to multiple vendors for parks and landscape enhancements – $750,000 for a 31‑month term
• Approve lease extension with the Artist Council at 72-567 Highway 111 through June 2030

The Palm Desert City Council approved a consent calendar including an ordinance updating short-term rental regulations, a lease extension for The Artist Council, and multiple contracts for parks, traffic signals, and other services. They also introduced ordinances on grading standards and residential property transfer disclosures, and adopted a resolution setting annual lease rates for outdoor dining decks.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 1417 updating short-term rental regulations (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 1419 updating Building Board of Appeals (5-0)
• Approved lease extension with The Artist Council through June 2030 (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2024-077 approving updated Standard Details and Design Guidelines (5-0)
• Awarded on-call contracts for Parks and Landscape Enhancements, $750,000 total (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 1418 establishing public right-of-way vacation procedures (5-0)
• Awarded contract to DBX, Inc. for Vitalia Traffic Signal Installation, $733,400 plus contingency (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2024-078 setting annual lease rate for dining decks (5-0)

Historic Preservation Committee

The Cultural Resources Preservation Committee will meet to review updates on specific preservation topics. The body is seeking feedback on education topics, Modernism week, and updated Mills Act guidelines.

• Discussion of Modernism week
• Review of updated Mills Act guidelines
• Discussion of education topics
• Approval of September 25, 2024 meeting minutes

The Cultural Resources Preservation Committee approved the consent calendar, including the September 25, 2024 minutes, with a 4-0 vote. They discussed items requested from the previous meeting, including Modernism Week 2026, educational topics, and Mills Act updated guidelines, but took no formal action. Staff noted that November and December meetings are cancelled, with a possible special meeting if needed.

• Approved consent calendar including September 25, 2024 minutes (4-0)
• Discussed Modernism Week 2026 presentation, no action
• Discussed educational topics, no action
• Discussed Mills Act updated guidelines, no action

Architectural Review Commission

The Architectural Review Commission will consider routine consent items and approve the minutes from the October 8 meeting. It will also review and vote on a design review for a monument sign at 44795 San Pablo Avenue and a sign program for two industrial buildings at 75051 Sego Lane.

• Approve consent calendar (routine items)
• Approve minutes of the October 8, 2024 meeting
• Design review approval for a multi-tenant monument sign at 44795 San Pablo Avenue
• Sign program approval for two multi-tenant industrial buildings at 75051 Sego Lane

The Architectural Review Commission approved two design reviews for commercial signage. One approval included a requirement for specific paint colors, while the other was approved as presented.

• Approved multitenant monument sign at 44795 San Pablo Avenue with condition for semi-gloss black letters (4-0)
• Approved sign program for two industrial buildings at 75051 Sego Lane (4-0)
• Approved October 8, 2024 meeting minutes (5-0)

Civic Engagement Committee

The Civic Engagement Committee is meeting to provide feedback on a guide for new Palm Desert residents. The body is also considering the approval of a one-day civic engagement event with Palm Desert High School.

• Feedback on New Resident Guide
• Approval of one-day civic engagement event with Palm Desert High School
• Approval of July 18, 2024 meeting minutes

The Civic Engagement Committee recommended a one-day civic engagement event with Palm Desert High School. The committee also approved the minutes from July 18, 2024. No formal action was taken regarding the New Resident Guide.

• Recommended one-day civic engagement event with Palm Desert High School (10-0)
• Approved July 18, 2024 meeting minutes (10-0)

Resource Preservation and Enhancement Committee

The Resource Preservation and Enhancement Committee will consider routine consent items, approve the August 26, 2024 meeting minutes, receive and file the October 2024 status report, receive and file the 2024/2025 workplan update, and solicit public feedback on potential greenhouse gas reduction measures for the Comprehensive Climate Action Plan.

• Approve consent calendar (routine items)
• Approve August 26, 2024 meeting minutes
• Receive and file October 2024 status report
• Receive and file 2024/2025 workplan update
• Provide public feedback on potential GHG reduction measures for the Comprehensive Climate Action Plan

El Paseo Parking and Business Improvement District Board

The El Paseo Parking and Business Improvement District Board will approve routine items such as the consent calendar, September 19 meeting minutes, and financial statements for July‑September 2024. The board will receive a public health presentation from the CV Mosquito and Vector Control District and a marketing update for September 2024. Action items include providing feedback on a proposed raised mid‑block pedestrian crossing on El Paseo between Portola Avenue and San Luis Rey Avenue, approving the agenda for the Fall Merchant Meeting on November 12, and directing FY 2024‑25 marketing initiatives.

• Approve consent calendar (routine items)
• Approve minutes of the September 19, 2024 meeting
• Approve financial statements for July‑Sept 2024
• Provide feedback on raised mid‑block pedestrian crossing on El Paseo between Portola Ave and San Luis Rey Ave
• Approve agenda for Fall Merchant Meeting scheduled for November 12, 2024

The El Paseo Parking and Business Improvement District Board approved the consent calendar, including minutes and financial statements, and provided feedback on a proposed raised mid-block pedestrian crossing on El Paseo between Portola and San Luis Rey Avenues. The board also gave direction on FY 2024-25 marketing initiatives. No formal action was taken on the fall merchant meeting update or marketing report.

• Approved consent calendar including minutes and financial statements (5-0)
• Provided feedback on raised mid-block pedestrian crossing concept on El Paseo between Portola and San Luis Rey Avenues
• Provided direction on FY 2024-25 Marketing Initiatives

Planning Commission

The provided agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and software interface text. There are no specific projects, decisions, or discussion items listed.

Palm Desert City Council - Regular Meeting

The Palm Desert City Council will discuss a development agreement for the Palm Villas at Millenium affordable housing project. The body is also deciding on several infrastructure contracts and a policy for notifying homeowner associations during the building permit process.

• Contract for Fire Station 67 restroom renovation awarded to Southern Pacific Construction for $276,940.87 plus $30,000 contingency
• Design contract for Walk and Roll PD Phase 3 pedestrian improvements awarded to TKE Engineering, Inc. for $360,700 plus 10% contingency
• Contract for Market Place Drive and Cook Street traffic signal improvements awarded to DBX, Inc. for $464,580 plus $47,000 contingency
• Proposed $25,000 funding for the inaugural 2025 California Desert Plein Air Festival
• Public hearing for a precise plan amendment to build a 1,103-square-foot guesthouse at 72240 Upper Way West

The council approved a hillside guesthouse at 72240 Upper Way West (3-1, with one recusal), introduced ordinances updating short-term rental rules and right-of-way vacation procedures, and approved several contracts including a $276,940.87 restroom renovation and a $360,700 pedestrian design contract. A policy on notifying homeowner associations was pulled from the agenda, and a transportation fee amendment was continued.

• Approved guesthouse at 72240 Upper Way West (3-1, Kelly recused)
• Introduced Ordinance 1417 updating short-term rental rules (5-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 1418 on right-of-way vacation procedures (5-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 1419 updating Building Board of Appeals (5-0)
• Awarded $276,940.87 contract for Fire Station 67 restroom renovation (5-0)
• Awarded $360,700 design contract for Walk and Roll PD Phase 3 (5-0)
• Awarded $464,580 contract for Market Place Drive/Cook Street traffic signal improvements (5-0)
• Approved $25,000 for California Desert Plein Air Festival (5-0)

Palm Desert City Council - Study Session

The Palm Desert City Council will hold a study session to discuss a draft ordinance that would amend the municipal code to prohibit possession of firearms at City Hall. No vote or formal action will be taken on the proposal during this meeting. Council members and the public may provide feedback through written comments submitted before 10:00 a.m. on the day of the meeting.

• Draft ordinance to prohibit possession of firearms at City Hall (discussion only)
• Public comment period – written submissions accepted by 10:00 a.m. on meeting day

The City Council discussed a draft ordinance to prohibit firearms at City Hall but agreed not to move forward with it at this time. Staff was asked to consult the Riverside Sheriff's Office and County Administrative Office on security concerns regarding concealed weapon permit holders.

• Agreed not to move forward with draft ordinance prohibiting firearms at City Hall
• Requested staff follow-up with Riverside Sheriff's Office on CWP holder security threat
• Requested staff ascertain Riverside County Administrative Office policy on CWP firearms

Housing Commission

The Housing Commission will meet to approve previous meeting minutes and receive a Home Improvement Program activity report. The body will also review monthly occupancy and rent reports from Falkenberg/Gilliam & Associates for June and July 2024.

• Home Improvement Program Activity Report for August 2024
• Falkenberg/Gilliam & Associates monthly reports for June and July 2024
• Approval of September 11, 2024 meeting minutes

The Housing Commission approved the consent calendar, including the September 11, 2024 minutes, and received and filed the Home Improvement Program Activity Report for August 2024. No other formal actions were taken; informational reports from FGA were presented without action.

• Approved consent calendar as presented
• Approved minutes of September 11, 2024
• Received and filed Home Improvement Program Activity Report for August 2024

Cultural Arts Committee

The Cultural Arts Committee will approve routine items on the consent calendar and adopt the September 11 meeting minutes. It will consider a $100,000 purchase of the “Rising Inversion” sculpture by Cristopher Cichocki. Additional actions include selecting an artist for a vinyl art wrap on a park bench at the Civic Center Park and approving the relocation of two existing sculptures—the Desert Gateway Rock Sculpture by Heath Satow and the Roadrunner sculpture by Allen Root to the Desert Willow Golf Resort.

• Approve $100,000 purchase of “Rising Inversion” sculpture by Cristopher Cichocki
• Select artist proposal for vinyl art wrap on a park bench at Palm Desert Civic Center Park
• Approve relocation of Desert Gateway Rock Sculpture by Heath Satow and deaccession of its monument sign
• Approve relocation of Roadrunner sculpture by Allen Root to Desert Willow Golf Resort
• Approve consent calendar and adopt September 11 meeting minutes

The Cultural Arts Committee voted 5-1 to recommend City Council not approve spending $150,000 on the Rising Inversion sculpture by Cristopher Cichocki, with one member recused. They also approved several other actions, including selecting Autumn Martino for a park bench vinyl art wrap, relocating two sculptures, and approving the consent calendar. All other motions passed unanimously.

• Recommended City Council not approve $150,000 for Rising Inversion sculpture (5-1, 1 recusal)
• Selected Autumn Martino's proposal for park bench vinyl art wrap (7-0)
• Approved relocation of Desert Gateway Rock Sculpture and deaccession of monument sign (7-0)
• Approved relocation of Roadrunner sculpture to Desert Willow Golf Resort (7-0)
• Approved consent calendar including minutes and project status report (7-0)

Public Safety Committee

The Palm Desert Public Safety Committee will approve routine monthly reports from specialized units, code compliance, and emergency services. The committee will also receive and file a ruling from the Supreme Court regarding the City of Grants Pass v. Johnson case.

• Approval of September 2024 specialized units and code compliance reports
• Approval of Riverside County Fire Department and Cal Fire monthly reports
• Receiving and filing City of Grants Pass v. Johnson Supreme Court ruling
• Presentation on CVAG CV SYNC and Riverside County C.A.R.E. Program
• Presentation on scams targeting the elderly

The Public Safety Committee approved the consent calendar and received and filed the City of Grants Pass v. Johnson Supreme Court ruling regarding homeless encampments. All motions passed unanimously (5-0). The meeting also included presentations on CV Sync, the C.A.R.E. program, and various reports, but no other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved consent calendar (5-0)
• Approved minutes of September 10, 2024 (5-0)
• Approved Specialized Units Report for September 2024 (5-0)
• Approved Riverside County Fire Department/Cal Fire report for July-September 2024 (5-0)
• Approved Code Compliance Report for September 2024 (5-0)
• Approved Emergency Services Coordinator Monthly Report for September 2024 (5-0)
• Approved COP Monthly Report for August 2024 (5-0)
• Received and filed City of Grants Pass v. Johnson Supreme Court ruling (5-0)

Architectural Review Commission

The Architectural Review Commission is meeting to discuss a design review for a multitenant monument sign. This item is a continuation from a July 23, 2024, meeting.

• Design review for a multitenant monument sign at 44795 San Pablo Avenue

The Architectural Review Commission approved its consent calendar and the September 24, 2024 minutes, both 6-0. On the only action item, a design review for a multi-tenant monument sign at 44795 San Pablo Avenue (Case No. SARC24-0006), the Commission voted 5-0 to continue the case, asking the applicant to resubmit plans showing an accurate depiction of the sign behind existing landscaping. Chair Vuksic recused himself from that item due to proximity to his place of business and left the room.

• Approved consent calendar as presented (6-0)
• Approved September 24, 2024 meeting minutes as presented (6-0)
• Continued Case No. SARC24-0006, monument sign at 44795 San Pablo Avenue, with comment to resubmit plans showing the sign behind existing landscaping (5-0, Chair Vuksic recused)
• Took no action on the attendance report

Parks and Recreation Committee

The provided agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and software interface text. No specific decisions, discussions, or action items are listed.

Public Affairs Marketing Panel

The provided agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and software interface text. No specific decisions, discussions, or action items are listed.

Planning Commission

The Palm Desert Planning Commission will meet to consider approving a Conditional Use Permit for a church in an industrial building and granting a one-year extension for a development project. The meeting will be held in person and via Zoom.

• Conditional Use Permit for Providence Presbyterian Church at 42580 Caroline Court
• Revoking previous Conditional Use Permit No. 12-188 for a church at 42620 Caroline Court
• Extension of Precise Plan 22-0003 and Tentative Parcel Map 38336 until October 13, 2025
• Approval of September 3, 2024 Planning Commission Minutes
• Hybrid meeting format with in-person and Zoom options

The Palm Desert Planning Commission approved a new conditional use permit for a church in an existing industrial building at 42580 Caroline Court, Suites A and C, and revoked the prior permit for a different address. The commission also granted a 12-month extension for a precise plan and tentative parcel map. Both decisions were made with recusals due to conflicts of interest.

• Approved conditional use permit for church at 42580 Caroline Court, Suites A and C (4-0, Chair Gregory recused)
• Revoked Conditional Use Permit No. 12-188 for church at 42620 Caroline Court (4-0, Chair Gregory recused)
• Approved 12-month extension for Precise Plan 22-0003 and Tentative Parcel Map 38336 until October 13, 2025 (4-0, Commissioner DeLuna recused)

Palm Desert City Council - Regular Meeting

The Palm Desert City Council will discuss several funding approvals, including a partnership for a new electric substation and a new enterprise resource planning system. The body is also reviewing contracts for traffic consulting, grant writing, and housing authority services.

• Appropriate $950,000 for the Imperial Irrigation District Energy Partnership to develop a new substation
• Appropriate $393,353 for a new enterprise resource planning (ERP) system with Workday, Inc.
• Award on-call traffic consulting and design contracts not to exceed $1,000,000 per fiscal year
• Award grant writing and advocacy contracts not to exceed $200,000 per fiscal year
• Adopt Policy CLRK-002 regarding threats of violence directed towards Council members and candidates

The Palm Desert City Council approved a policy prohibiting artificial turf/synthetic grass in public rights-of-way by a 3-2 vote, with Councilmembers Nestande and Trubee dissenting. The council also approved a density bonus agreement with Bravo Garden Apartments for a 388-unit development, including a $180,000 reimbursement for impact fees. Several other items were approved on the consent calendar, including a new ERP system, grant writing contracts, and a business emergency assistance program.

• Adopted Resolution No. 2024-069 prohibiting artificial turf in public rights-of-way (3-2)
• Approved density bonus agreement with Bravo Garden Apartments for 388 units, including $180,000 fee reimbursement (4-0, Harnik recused)
• Approved Workday ERP system implementation with $393,353 appropriation (5-0)
• Awarded grant writing and advocacy contracts up to $200,000/year (5-0)
• Approved Business Emergency Assistance Program with $100,000 transfer (5-0)
• Approved Autism Certification Reimbursement Program with $30,000 transfer (5-0)
• Authorized $950,000 for Imperial Irrigation District substation partnership (5-0)
• Adopted policy on threats of violence toward council members and candidates (5-0)

Historic Preservation Committee

The Cultural Resources Preservation Committee is meeting to discuss the designation of a local historic landmark. The body will consider making a recommendation to the City Council regarding the Avondale Golf Club Clubhouse.

• Public hearing for the designation of the Avondale Golf Club Clubhouse at 75800 Avondale Drive as a historic landmark

The Cultural Resources Preservation Committee voted 5-0 to recommend that the City Council designate the Avondale Golf Club clubhouse at 75800 Avondale Drive as a local historic landmark. The recommendation cites Criteria D and F of the municipal code. The committee also approved its August 28, 2024 minutes and discussed future agenda topics including Modernism Week 2026 and Mills Act guidelines. Staff noted the November and December meetings may be cancelled due to holidays.

• Recommended approval to City Council of historic landmark designation for Avondale Golf Club clubhouse at 75800 Avondale Drive (5-0)
• Approved consent calendar as presented (5-0)
• Approved minutes of August 28, 2024 meeting

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will elect a chairperson and vice-chairperson. The body will also receive and file financial reports for the General Fund, City Treasurer's investments, Desert Willow Golf Resort, and the Parkview Office Complex for the period of May through August 2024.

• Election of Finance Committee Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson
• General Fund Financial Reports (May-August 2024)
• City Treasurer's Investment Reports (May-August 2024)
• Desert Willow Golf Resort Financial Reports (May-August 2024)
• Parkview Office Complex Financial and Vacancy Reports (May-August 2024)

The Finance Committee re-elected Robert Leo as Chairperson and elected Jake Wuest as Vice-Chairperson (4-0). The committee approved the consent calendar, including the May 28, 2024 minutes, and received and filed financial reports for the General Fund, City Treasurer's investments, Desert Willow Golf Resort, and Parkview Office Complex for May through August 2024. No substantive policy decisions were made; all actions were routine approvals and filings.

• Re-elected Robert Leo as Chairperson and elected Jake Wuest as Vice-Chairperson (4-0)
• Approved consent calendar as presented (4-0)
• Approved minutes of May 28, 2024 (4-0)
• Received and filed General Fund Financial Reports for May-August 2024 (4-0)
• Received and filed City Treasurer's Investment Reports for May-August 2024 (4-0)
• Received and filed Desert Willow Golf Resort Financial Reports for May-August 2024 (4-0)
• Received and filed Parkview Office Complex Financial and Vacancy Reports for May-August 2024 (4-0)

Architectural Review Commission

The Architectural Review Commission is meeting to discuss a design review for a spa building renovation. The body will also review minutes from the August 27, 2024 meeting.

• Design review for a facade renovation to an existing spa building for the Bighorn development at 256 Palowet Drive

The Architectural Review Commission approved a design review for a spa building façade renovation at 256 Palowet Drive. The commission also approved the minutes from the August 27, 2024, meeting.

• Approved design review for spa façade renovation at 256 Palowet Drive (5-0)
• Approved August 27, 2024 meeting minutes (5-0)

Library Advisory Committee

The Library Advisory Committee will meet to receive and file updates on library statistics, the website, and the strategic framework. The committee will also discuss the Library Advisory Committee workplan, the library of things, and various programs and partnerships.

• Review of library statistics, website, and strategic framework
• Discussion of Library Advisory Committee workplan
• Updates on the library of things
• Review of programs and partnerships
• Approval of August 26, 2024 meeting minutes

The committee approved the minutes from the August 26, 2024, meeting. Members received library updates regarding statistics, the website, and programs, but no formal action was taken on those reports.

• Approved consent calendar (5-0)
• Approved August 26, 2024, meeting minutes

El Paseo Parking and Business Improvement District Board

The El Paseo Parking and Business Improvement District Board will approve the consent calendar, the July 18, 2024 meeting minutes, and the financial statements for the month ending June 30, 2024. The board will receive informational reports on the 2025‑2026 sculpture exhibition, the sheriff, and marketing updates. Members will discuss proposed marketing initiatives, select a date for the Fall Merchant Meeting, and provide feedback on the El Paseo catalog and directory.

• Approve minutes of the July 18, 2024 meeting
• Approve financial statements for the month ending June 30, 2024
• Discuss direction for proposed El Paseo marketing initiatives
• Select a date for the Fall Merchant Meeting
• Provide feedback on the El Paseo catalog and directory

The El Paseo Parking and Business Improvement District Board approved the consent calendar, including the July 18, 2024 minutes and financial statements for June 2024, all by a 5-0 vote. The board also concurred to schedule the Fall Merchant Meeting for November 12, 2024. Informational updates were given on the Curb Replacement project, the 2025-2026 Sculpture Exhibition, and marketing, but no formal action was taken on marketing initiatives or the El Paseo Catalog.

• Approved consent calendar including July 18, 2024 minutes (5-0)
• Approved financial statements for month ending June 30, 2024 (5-0)
• Scheduled Fall Merchant Meeting for November 12, 2024

Planning Commission

The Palm Desert Planning Commission meeting scheduled for September 17, 2024 has no agenda items listed in the provided document. The agenda consists only of placeholders and procedural headings, with no specific items for discussion or decision.

Parks and Recreation Committee

The Parks and Recreation Committee will consider routine consent items and approve the August 6, 2024 minutes. It will adopt a citywide Key Performance Indicator scoring system and park maintenance evaluations, with scoring sheets to be provided by Dec 31, 2024. The agenda also includes a community parks presentation and updates from partner groups such as the Palm Desert Aquatic Center, First Tee, and Friends of the Desert Mountains.

• Approve consent calendar (routine items)
• Approve August 6, 2024 committee minutes
• Adopt KPI scoring and park maintenance evaluations for all city parks (scoring sheets due Dec 31, 2024)
• Presentation on community and regional parks
• Updates from partner organizations (PDAC, First Tee, Friends of the Desert Mountains)

The Parks and Recreation Committee approved the adoption of Key Performance Indicator (KPI) scoring and Park Maintenance Evaluation forms for all city parks, with a requirement to provide scoring sheets by December 31, 2024. The motion passed unanimously (9-0). The committee also approved the consent calendar, including the minutes from August 6, 2024. No other substantive decisions were made; other items were informational only.

• Adopted KPI scoring and Park Maintenance Evaluations for all city parks (9-0)
• Required Park Scoring Sheets for all city parks by December 31, 2024 (9-0)
• Approved consent calendar including minutes of August 6, 2024 (9-0)

Palm Desert City Council - Study Session

The City Council, its successor redevelopment agency, the Housing Authority, and the Library Trustees will review several draft updates during a study session. Items include an introduction to the Unified Development Code, proposed amendments to Subdivision and Grading codes, changes to the Building Board of Appeals, and a draft policy on threats of violence and possible firearms restrictions on city property. The council will gather public feedback and direct staff to consider forming a subcommittee, but no formal action will be taken at this meeting.

• Unified Development Code introduction and presentation
• Proposed text amendments to Municipal Code Title 26 (Subdivisions) and Title 27 (Grading)
• Proposed text amendment to Municipal Code Chapter 2.18 (Building Board of Appeals)
• Draft Policy CLRK-002 on threats of violence toward council members and candidates, with consideration of firearms restrictions on city property

The Palm Desert City Council held a study session on September 12, 2024, to discuss four topics: a Unified Development Code introduction, proposed text amendments to municipal codes on subdivisions and grading, a proposed amendment to the Building Board of Appeals chapter, and a draft policy on threats of violence and firearms restrictions. Staff presented PowerPoints and answered council inquiries, but no formal decisions or votes were recorded.

• No formal decisions or votes taken during study session

Palm Desert City Council - Regular Meeting

The Palm Desert City Council will review several infrastructure and maintenance contracts, including landscaping and lighting projects. The body is also deciding on alcoholic beverage license applications and real property negotiations in closed session.

• Contract award of $1,031,528.03 plus $200,000 contingency to Superb Engineering, Inc. for Desert Willow Perimeter Landscape and Lighting Rehabilitation Phase 3
• Change order of $395,901 plus $40,000 contingency to American Landscape, Inc. for Desert Willow Golf Resort renovations
• Purchase of bench and waste bin replacements for El Paseo from Outdoor Creations, Inc. for $212,095.10
• Purchase of one 580 SN backhoe from Sonsray Machinery for $154,264.73 plus $5,000 contingency
• Alcoholic beverage license applications for Palm Desert Local Mart, Black Cat Pizza, La Quinta Brewing Co, The Cheese Shop, Shake Shack, and Dennys

The City Council approved the consent calendar (excluding three items that were considered separately), including contracts for landscaping, lighting, and drainage work, and a bid protest rejection. The Council also adopted a resolution supporting Proposition 36, opposed a League of California Cities resolution, and approved a $20,000 sponsorship for Tour de Palm Springs with a 4-1 vote. No public hearings were held.

• Approved consent calendar excluding items 13j, 13k, 13p (5-0)
• Awarded $1.03M contract to Superb Engineering for Desert Willow landscape/lighting (5-0)
• Approved $395,901 change order for Desert Willow golf course renovation
• Approved $122,000 change order for seasonal lighting
• Approved $154,264.73 backhoe purchase
• Approved $212,095.10 bench and waste bin replacements for El Paseo
• Adopted Resolution 2024-068 supporting Proposition 36 (5-0)
• Approved $20,000 Tour de Palm Springs sponsorship (4-1)

Cultural Arts Committee

The Cultural Arts Committee is meeting to discuss the conversion of Little Free Libraries into Free Little Art Galleries and the discontinuation of a public art documentary series. The body is also considering a recommendation for City Council to sponsor a new art festival.

• Recommendation for City Council to approve sponsorship for the inaugural California Desert Plein Air Festival
• Direction on converting Little Free Libraries (LFL) into Free Little Art Galleries (FLAG)
• Proposed discontinuation of Palm Desert’s Public Art Documentary Film Series
• Presentation by Poet Laureate Lori Davis

The Cultural Arts Committee recommended that City Council sponsor the inaugural California Desert Plein Air Festival. The committee also voted to discontinue the Public Art Documentary Film Series and decided against converting Little Free Libraries into Free Little Art Galleries.

• Recommended City Council approve sponsorship for inaugural California Desert Plein Air Festival (7-0)
• Approved discontinuation of Palm Desert’s Public Art Documentary Film Series (6-1)
• Directed staff not to convert Little Free Libraries into Free Little Art Galleries (6-1)
• Approved July 10, 2024, meeting minutes
• Received and filed September 11, 2024, Project Status Report (7-0)

Housing Commission

The Palm Desert Housing Commission will consider routine items on the consent calendar, approve June 12 minutes, and receive Home Improvement Program reports. It will vote on a $280,647 change order for the One Quail Place parking lot rehabilitation and on a contract up to $11,739,394 for TKE Engineering, Inc. as an on‑call construction manager. Additional actions include rejecting courtesy patrol proposals, adopting bylaws amendments, and appointing a liaison to the Homelessness Taskforce.

• Ratify Change Order No. 4 for the One Quail Place Parking Lot Rehabilitation Project (CHA00003) up to $280,647 with Jacobsson Engineering Construction, Inc.
• Ratify award of contract to TKE Engineering, Inc. for on‑call construction management services, not to exceed $11,739,394.
• Reject all proposals submitted for Courtesy Patrol Services at Housing Authority properties.
• Adopt resolutions amending and restating the bylaws for the Palm Desert Housing Authority and Housing Commission.
• Appoint a Housing Commission liaison to the Homelessness Taskforce for Fiscal Year 2024‑2025.

The Palm Desert Housing Commission elected its chairperson and vice-chairperson, approved consent calendar items, and made several recommendations to the Housing Authority. The commission recommended ratifying an on-call construction management contract, rejected proposals for courtesy patrol services in favor of exploring camera systems, and recommended adopting amended bylaws.

• Elected Kathleen Bauer as Chairperson (6-0)
• Elected Franchon-Marie Siddiq as Vice-Chairperson (6-0)
• Approved the consent calendar including minutes, home improvement reports, income limits, and Change Order No. 4 for One Quail Place Parking Lot Rehabilitation for $280,647 (7-0)
• Recommended Housing Authority ratify on-call construction management contract with TKE Engineering, Inc. up to $11,739,394 shared with the city (6-0)
• Recommended Housing Authority reject all proposals for courtesy patrol services and solicit camera system proposals (4-3)
• Recommended Housing Authority adopt amended bylaws for Housing Authority and Housing Commission (6-1)
• Appointed Vice-Chair Siddiq as Homelessness Taskforce liaison for FY 2024/25 (7-0)

Architectural Review Commission

The Palm Desert Architectural Review Commission met on September 10, 2024, to discuss procedural agenda items. The meeting included a video recording and standard voting procedures.

• Meeting held on September 10, 2024
• Video recording available for the session
• Standard voting procedures followed

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee will elect a chairperson and vice chairperson for the 2024‑25 fiscal year. It will consider routine consent‑calendar items, approve the June 11, 2024 minutes, and reappoint Joseph Butts to the Homelessness Taskforce. The meeting also includes presentations and reports from various public‑safety agencies.

• Election of Public Safety Committee chairperson and vice chairperson for FY 2024‑25
• Approval of the consent calendar (routine reports and items)
• Approval of the June 11, 2024 Public Safety Committee minutes
• Approval of specialized unit and emergency services reports for May‑July 2024
• Reappointment of Committee Member Joseph Butts to the Homelessness Taskforce

The Public Safety Committee elected Kevin Wahlstrom as Chairperson and Terry Kramer as Vice Chairperson for fiscal year 2024-25, both by unanimous votes. The committee approved the consent calendar (excluding the Emergency Services Coordinator report, which was later approved separately) and reappointed Joseph Butts to the Homelessness Taskforce. Several informational reports were received, and future agenda items were requested.

• Elected Kevin Wahlstrom as Chairperson (6-0)
• Elected Terry Kramer as Vice Chairperson (6-0)
• Approved consent calendar excluding item 6e (7-0)
• Approved minutes of June 11, 2024
• Approved specialized units reports for May-July 2024
• Approved Riverside County Fire/Cal Fire reports for July-August 2024
• Approved Emergency Services Coordinator report for July-August 2024 (7-0)
• Reappointed Joseph Butts to Homelessness Taskforce (7-0)

Homelessness Task Force

The Palm Desert Homelessness Taskforce will approve routine consent items, including the May 21, 2024 meeting minutes. It will receive and file several reports: the City Net July 2024 Impact Report, the May‑June‑July Code Compliance Activity Report, an update on resources for homeless students at schools, and the Permanent Local Housing Allocation Budget. No new policy actions are listed on the agenda.

• Approve minutes of the May 21, 2024 Homelessness Taskforce meeting
• Receive and file City Net July 2024 Impact Report
• Receive and file May, June, and July Code Compliance Activity Report
• Receive and file update regarding resources for homeless students at schools
• Receive and file the Permanent Local Housing Allocation Budget

The Homelessness Taskforce met and approved the consent calendar, including minutes and reports. They received and filed updates on resources for homeless students, the City Net agreement for FY 2024/25, and the Permanent Local Housing Allocation Budget. No substantive policy decisions were made; all items were informational.

• Approved consent calendar (5-0)
• Approved minutes of May 21, 2024 (5-0)
• Received and filed City Net July 2024 Impact Report (5-0)
• Received and filed May, June, July Code Compliance Activity Report (5-0)
• Received and filed update on school resources for homeless students (5-0)
• Received and filed City Net FY 2024/25 update (5-0)
• Received and filed Permanent Local Housing Allocation Budget memo (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Palm Desert Planning Commission will adopt a mitigated negative declaration and approve a conditional use permit and precise plan for the Living Desert Zoo and Gardens expansion project at 47900 Portola Avenue. The commission will also consider a six‑month extension for Tentative Parcel Map 37234 until March 12, 2025, and a notice of exemption with revised pad elevation for the Staybridge Hotel project at 74-755 Technology Drive. Routine consent items and informational reports will be addressed as well.

• Adopt Resolution No. 2877 for Living Desert Zoo expansion (conditional use permit, precise plan, mitigated negative declaration)
• Approve six‑month extension for Tentative Parcel Map 37234 (Resolution No. 2880, extension until March 12, 2025)
• Adopt Resolution No. 2881 for Staybridge Hotel pad elevation revision (notice of exemption, revised development standard)
• Approve consent calendar items by a single motion
• Review informational reports and attendance report

The Palm Desert Planning Commission approved the Living Desert Zoo and Gardens expansion project, adopting a Mitigated Negative Declaration and approving a Conditional Use Permit and Precise Plan. The commission also granted a six-month extension for Tentative Parcel Map 37234 and approved a revised PAD elevation and development standard for the Staybridge Hotel project. Public comments raised concerns about traffic and noise, prompting staff to propose a community meeting.

• Approved Living Desert Zoo expansion project (Resolution 2877) (3-0, 2 recused)
• Granted six-month extension for Tentative Parcel Map 37234 (Resolution 2880) (5-0)
• Approved revised PAD elevation and development standard for Staybridge Hotel (Resolution 2881) (3-0, 2 recused)
• Approved consent calendar including minutes of Dec 19, 2023 and Aug 20, 2024 (4-0)

Historic Preservation Committee

The Cultural Resources Preservation Committee will hold a public hearing regarding a construction project at a city landmark. The body will also review a historic context statement and survey presentation.

• Public hearing for a Certificate of Appropriateness to build a breeze block garden wall at 72861 El Paseo
• Feedback on Historic Context Statement and Survey presentation by Architectural Resources Group
• Election of Committee Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson

The Cultural Resources Preservation Committee approved a Certificate of Appropriateness for a new breeze block garden wall at the landmark property at 72861 El Paseo, determining the project is categorically exempt from CEQA. The committee also elected Chair McCune and Vice-Chair Vassalli, and approved the consent calendar including the June 26, 2024 minutes. No formal action was taken on the Historic Context Statement and Survey kick-off, which was presented for feedback.

• Elected Rochelle McCune as Chairperson (5-1)
• Elected Linda Vassalli as Vice-Chairperson (6-0)
• Approved consent calendar including June 26, 2024 minutes (6-0)
• Granted Certificate of Appropriateness for 72861 El Paseo (4-0, 2 recused)

Architectural Review Commission

The Architectural Review Commission will consider approving design reviews for a jewelry store facade renovation at 72990 Highway 111 and a storefront modification for Shiraz Rugs at 74-220 Highway 111. The meeting also includes approval of the July 23, 2024, commission minutes.

• Approval of July 23, 2024, ARC minutes
• Design review for Hope Diamonds & Company at 72990 Highway 111
• Design review for Shiraz Rugs at 74-220 Highway 111

The Architectural Review Commission approved a design review for a facade renovation and architectural improvements for Hope Diamonds & Company at 72990 Highway 111, with conditions including anodized gold band trim, fade-resistant shadow box covers, and equipment screening. The commission also approved a facade modification for Shiraz Rug Company at 74-220 Highway 111, with Commissioner McAuliffe recused. Both approvals were unanimous among voting members.

• Approved Case No. MISC24-0002 for Hope Diamonds & Co. facade renovation with conditions (5-0)
• Approved Case No. MISC24-0012 for Shiraz Rug Company facade modification (4-0, 1 recusal)
• Approved consent calendar including July 23, 2024 minutes (5-0)

Resource Preservation and Enhancement Committee

The Resource Preservation and Enhancement Committee will elect a chair and vice‑chair, approve the consent calendar and the June 17 minutes, and recommend that City Council adopt a resolution prohibiting artificial turf in public rights‑of‑way. It will also receive and file updates on the Inland Regional Energy Network, the Comprehensive Climate Action Plan, and its 2024‑2025 workplan.

• Election of Vice‑Chair Blackburn as Chairperson and Committee Member Heuring as Vice‑Chairperson
• Approval of the consent calendar as amended
• Recommendation for City Council to adopt a resolution approving the Artificial Turf/Synthetic Grass Administrative Policy
• Receive and file presentation on the Inland Regional Energy Network (I‑REN)
• Receive and file update on the Comprehensive Climate Action Plan (CCAP)

The Resource Preservation and Enhancement Committee voted unanimously to recommend that the City Council adopt a resolution prohibiting artificial turf/synthetic grass in public rights-of-way. The committee also elected new officers, approved the consent calendar with a clerical change, and received informational updates on regional energy, climate action, and its workplan. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Elected Berlinda Blackburn as Chairperson (5-0)
• Elected Vincent Heuring as Vice-Chairperson (5-0)
• Approved consent calendar as amended, including June 17, 2024 minutes (7-0)
• Recommended City Council adopt resolution to prohibit artificial turf in public rights-of-way (7-0)
• Received and filed I-REN presentation (7-0)
• Received and filed CCAP update (7-0)
• Received and filed 2024/2025 workplan update (7-0)

Library Advisory Committee

The Library Advisory Committee is meeting to approve its meeting schedule for the 2024/2025 fiscal year and the minutes from July 22, 2024. The committee will also receive informational reports on library policies, partnerships, and the Civic Center Park Library.

• Approval of the Library Advisory Committee Schedule for Fiscal Year 2024/2025
• Review of library policies
• Staff report on library partnerships and programs
• Civic Center Park Library update
• Library Advisory Committee Workplan 2024-25

The Library Advisory Committee approved its meeting schedule for fiscal year 2024/2025, with an amendment to combine the November and December meetings on December 9, 2024. The committee also approved the minutes from the July 22, 2024 meeting. No other substantive decisions were made; the rest of the meeting consisted of informational reports and public comments.

• Approved FY 2024/25 meeting schedule, combining November and December meetings on Dec 9, 2024 (4-0)
• Approved minutes of July 22, 2024 meeting (4-0)

Palm Desert City Council - Regular Meeting

The City Council will discuss various administrative approvals, including public art purchases and library policies. The body is deciding on several infrastructure contracts and the 2025 meeting schedule.

• Purchase of 19 traffic signal cabinets from Econolite Control Products, Inc. for $381,718.67
• Contract No. C47800 to PaveWest, Inc. for parking lot maintenance not to exceed $368,000 for the first year
• Purchase of two sculptures, 'The Seeker' ($12,000) and 'SWIRLY GIRL' ($17,700), for the permanent public art collection
• Resolution No. 2024-060 approving library internet use and youth bullying policies
• Amendment to the Gerald Ford Apartments housing agreement at 75580 Gerald Ford Drive

The Palm Desert City Council approved a large consent calendar including multiple construction contracts, purchases, and policy resolutions, and rejected a proposal for a Saturday farmers market on El Paseo. They also approved a final tract map for a subdivision over one dissenting vote, established a nonprofit foundation, and continued several items to future meetings.

• Approved consent calendar excluding items a, b, j, t (5-0)
• Rejected proposal for farmers market on El Paseo (5-0)
• Approved Final Tract Map No. 38434-1 (3-1, with 1 recusal)
• Established Palm Desert City Foundation, a 501(c)(3) (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2024-064 on service animals, as amended (5-0)
• Awarded Contract C47830 to Granite Construction for PD Link Phase 2 ($1,166,000 plus 10% contingency)
• Awarded Contract C47860 to All American Asphalt for Haystack Road improvements ($551,177 plus 10% contingency)
• Continued dining deck lease rate hearing to a date uncertain (5-0)

Palm Desert City Council - Study Session

The Palm Desert City Council held a study session to examine two proposed text amendments to the municipal code. Council members will provide feedback on changes to Chapter 8.36, Regulation and Prohibition of Smoking, and on updates to Chapter 24.16, Outdoor Lighting Requirements for commercial buildings. No formal action or vote will be taken at this meeting.

• Proposed text amendments to Palm Desert Municipal Code Chapter 8.36, Regulation and Prohibition of Smoking
• Proposed updates to Palm Desert Municipal Code Chapter 24.16, Outdoor Lighting Requirements for commercial buildings

The City Council held a study session to discuss proposed text amendments to the municipal code regulating smoking and proposed regulations for exterior lighting on commercial buildings. No formal decisions were made; the session was informational only.

Planning Commission

The Palm Desert Planning Commission will consider three public‑hearing items. It will adopt a notice of exemption and conditional use permit for an outdoor patio at 72990 El Paseo Suite 3, a mitigated negative declaration and conditional use permit for the Living Desert Zoo and Gardens expansion at 47900 Portola Avenue, and a precise‑plan amendment for a 1,103‑square‑foot guesthouse at 72240 Upper Way West. The commission will also approve the consent calendar and the July 19 meeting minutes.

• Adopt notice of exemption and conditional use permit for outdoor patio at 72990 El Paseo Suite 3
• Adopt mitigated negative declaration and conditional use permit for Living Desert Zoo and Gardens expansion at 47900 Portola Avenue
• Adopt precise‑plan amendment for 1,103‑sq ft guesthouse at 72240 Upper Way West
• Approve consent calendar (routine items)
• Approve minutes of July 19, 2024 Planning Commission meeting

The Palm Desert Planning Commission approved a conditional use permit for an outdoor dining patio at 72990 El Paseo, Suite 3, and recommended City Council approval of a hillside development plan for a 1,103-square-foot guesthouse at 72240 Upper Way West. The Living Desert Zoo and Gardens expansion item was continued to a future meeting due to potential conflicts with the Political Reform Act and Brown Act.

• Approved consent calendar including July 19, 2024 minutes (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2875 approving CUP for outdoor patio at 72990 El Paseo, Suite 3 (4-0)
• Recommended approval of Resolution No. 2879 for guesthouse at 72240 Upper Way West (3-1)
• Continued Living Desert Zoo and Gardens expansion item to future meeting

Resource Preservation and Enhancement Committee

The Resource Preservation and Enhancement Committee convened on August 19, 2024, for a regular meeting. The agenda included procedural items and a video recording of the session, with no specific decisions or public hearings listed.

• Procedural agenda items
• Video recording of session

El Paseo Parking and Business Improvement District Board

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El Paseo Parking and Business Improvement District Board

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Cultural Arts Committee

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Housing Commission

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Architectural Review Commission

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Public Safety Committee

The agenda for the Palm Desert Public Safety Committee on 2024-08-13 contains no listed items or decisions. It appears to be a placeholder with no concrete proposals, contracts, or hearings detailed.

Public Affairs Marketing Panel

The Palm Desert Marketing Committee will elect a chairperson and vice‑chairperson, approve the consent calendar and the minutes from the April 2, 2024 meeting, receive and file the Fiscal Year 2023‑24 marketing campaign recap, and consider a proposed Firebirds docuseries pitch. Public comment is allowed on non‑agenda items for up to three minutes.

• Election of marketing committee chairperson and vice chairperson (Item 3).
• Approval of the consent calendar (Item 5).
• Approval of minutes from April 2, 2024 (Item 5.a).
• Receipt and filing of the Fiscal Year 2023‑24 marketing campaign recap (Item 7.a).
• Consideration of the proposed Firebirds docuseries pitch (Item 7.b).

Parks and Recreation Committee

The committee will elect a chairperson and vice-chairperson. The meeting includes informational reports from local partner organizations and the approval of minutes from June 4, 2024.

• Election of Committee Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson
• Approval of June 4, 2024 meeting minutes
• Updates from Palm Desert Aquatic Center
• Updates from First Tee - Coachella Valley
• Updates from Friends of the Desert Mountains

The Palm Desert Parks and Recreation Committee elected John Maldonado as Chairperson and Ralph Perry as Vice-Chairperson, both by unanimous 8-0 votes. The committee also approved the consent calendar, which included the June 4, 2024 meeting minutes. No action items were on the agenda; the rest of the meeting consisted of informational reports from partner organizations and staff updates.

• Elected John Maldonado as Chairperson (8-0)
• Elected Ralph Perry as Vice-Chairperson (8-0)
• Approved consent calendar including June 4, 2024 minutes (8-0)

Planning Commission

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Historic Preservation Committee

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Finance Committee

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Architectural Review Commission

The Architectural Review Commission will consider design approvals for three local projects. The body will also elect a Chairperson, Vice Chairperson, and a liaison for the Cultural Arts Commission.

• Revised design review for an outdoor patio remodel at Wildest Restaurant (72990 El Paseo, Suite #3)
• Design review amendment for a 1,103 square foot guesthouse at 72240 Upper Way West
• Design review for a multitenant monument sign at 44795 San Pablo
• Election of Commission Chairperson and Vice Chairperson
• Election of Commission Liaison for Cultural Arts Commission

The Architectural Review Commission approved a revised design review for an outdoor patio remodel at Wildest Restaurant (Case DR23-0015) with conditions, and approved an amendment for a 1,103 sq ft guesthouse at 72240 Upper Way West (Case DR24-0005) with conditions. The commission also continued a design review for a monument sign at 44795 San Pablo (Case SARC24-0006) for further design revisions. All votes were recorded, with the guesthouse approval passing 4-2.

• Approved Wildest Restaurant patio remodel design (DR23-0015) with conditions (6-0)
• Approved guesthouse amendment at 72240 Upper Way West (DR24-0005) with conditions (4-2)
• Continued monument sign review at 44795 San Pablo (SARC24-0006) for design revisions (5-0)
• Reappointed Chair Vuksic and Vice Chair McIntosh (6-0)
• Reappointed Commissioner Colvard as Cultural Arts Committee liaison (6-0)
• Approved consent calendar including June 25, 2024 minutes (6-0)

Library Advisory Committee

The Library Advisory Committee will elect a chairperson and vice‑chairperson. It will receive and file staff reports on pre‑opening activities, partnerships and programs, and usage statistics for the new library. Public comment is permitted on each action item for up to three minutes. The meeting also includes informational reports and standard procedural items.

• Election of Library Advisory Committee chairperson and vice‑chairperson
• Receive and file listing of activities related to the library opening
• Receive and file staff presentations on library partnerships and programs
• Receive and file library usage statistics for the first two weeks of operations
• Review attendance policy documents

The Library Advisory Committee elected Robin Stewart as Chairperson and Matthew Johnson as Vice Chairperson, both by unanimous 5-0 votes. The committee also received and filed reports on library opening activities, partnerships and programs, and usage statistics for the first two weeks of operations. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was procedural and informational.

• Elected Robin Stewart as Chairperson (5-0)
• Elected Matthew Johnson as Vice Chairperson (5-0)
• Received and filed listing of activities related to library opening (5-0)
• Received and filed staff presentations on library partnerships and programs (5-0)
• Received and filed library usage statistics for first two weeks of operations (5-0)

El Paseo Parking and Business Improvement District Board

The El Paseo Parking and Business Improvement District Board will consider routine consent items, approve the June 19, 2024 minutes, and adopt the financial statement ending May 31, 2024. The board will also vote to approve the proposed media plan for fiscal year 2024‑25. Additional agenda items include providing feedback on the Courtesy Cart signage program and receiving a report on Fashion Week and Palm Desert Food & Wine.

• Approve consent calendar (routine items)
• Approve June 19, 2024 board minutes
• Approve financial statement ending May 31, 2024
• Approve FY 2024‑25 media plan
• Provide feedback on Courtesy Cart program signage

The El Paseo Parking and Business Improvement District Board approved the proposed media plan for fiscal year 2024-25, along with the consent calendar (including June minutes and May financials) and re-elected Chair Klein and Vice Chair Elliott. The board also received and filed updates on Fashion Week on El Paseo and Palm Desert Food and Wine. No formal action was taken on the courtesy cart program, which was discussed for feedback only.

• Approved FY 2024-25 media plan (7-0)
• Approved consent calendar including June 19, 2024 minutes and May 31, 2024 financials (6-0)
• Re-elected Patrick Klein as Board Chairperson (6-0)
• Re-elected Rebecca Elliott as Vice-Chairperson (6-0)
• Received and filed Fashion Week on El Paseo and Palm Desert Food and Wine update (7-0)

Palm Desert City Council - Special Meeting

The Palm Desert City Council will consider two resolutions that would authorize the levy of a special tax in Community Facilities District No. 2005-1 (University Park) and Community Facilities District No. 2021-1 (University Park) for fiscal year 2024‑25. Both resolutions are recommended for adoption by staff. The meeting also includes routine items such as call to order, roll call, and public notices.

• Adopt resolution authorizing special tax levy in CFD No. 2005-1 (University Park) for FY 2024‑25
• Adopt resolution authorizing special tax levy in CFD No. 2021-1 (University Park) for FY 2024‑25

The Palm Desert City Council held a special meeting and approved two resolutions authorizing the levy of special taxes in Community Facilities District No. 2005-1 and No. 2021-1 (both University Park) for fiscal year 2024-25. Both motions passed unanimously (4-0). No other substantive decisions were made.

• Adopted Resolution No. 2024-057 authorizing special tax levy in CFD No. 2005-1 (University Park) for FY 2024-25 (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2024-058 authorizing special tax levy in CFD No. 2021-1 (University Park) for FY 2024-25 (4-0)

Civic Engagement Committee

The Civic Engagement Committee will meet to discuss the necessity and structure of a neighborhood engagement strategy. The body will also elect a chairperson and vice chairperson and receive an update on a new speaker series.

• Election of Civic Engagement Committee Chairperson and Vice Chairperson
• Discussion on the implementation of a neighborhood engagement program
• Informational update on "Palm Desert Discussions" speaker series beginning July 31, 2024
• Approval of April 18, 2024 meeting minutes

The Civic Engagement Committee re-elected Emily Vogt as chairperson and Brook Stjerne as vice-chairperson, both by unanimous 9-0 votes. The committee also approved the consent calendar, including the April 18, 2024 minutes and an informational update on the 'Palm Desert Discussions' speaker series. A discussion on a neighborhood engagement program for non-HOA communities took place, but no formal action was taken.

• Re-elected Emily Vogt as chairperson (9-0)
• Re-elected Brook Stjerne as vice-chairperson (9-0)
• Approved consent calendar (9-0)
• Approved April 18, 2024 minutes (9-0)
• Received and filed update on 'Palm Desert Discussions' (9-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider the revocation of a cannabis business permit and the modification of another. The body will also discuss a zoning ordinance amendment and the creation of a landscaping regulation task force.

• Revocation of Conditional Use Permit No. 17-0018 for a cannabis business at 42-650 Melanie Place
• Modification of Conditional Use Permit 17-0033 for a cannabis business at 73818 Dinah Shore Drive
• Recommendation for Zoning Ordinance Amendment Case No. ZOA24-0002
• Direction on the creation of a landscaping regulation task force
• Living Desert Zoo and Gardens Expansion Project (continued to August 6, 2024)

The Planning Commission voted 3-0 to modify a cannabis business permit at Dinah Shore Drive and revoke a separate cannabis permit at Melanie Place. They also recommended approval of a zoning ordinance amendment to the City Council and declined to create a landscaping task force. The Living Desert Zoo expansion project was continued to a future meeting.

• Approved modification of Conditional Use Permit 17-0033 for cannabis business at 73818 Dinah Shore Drive (3-0)
• Revoked Conditional Use Permit 17-0018 for cannabis business at 42-650 Melanie Place (3-0)
• Recommended approval of Zoning Ordinance Amendment ZOA24-0002 to City Council (3-0)
• Declined to create Landscaping Regulation Task Force; directed staff to continue Unified Code work (3-0)
• Continued Living Desert Zoo and Gardens expansion project to August 6, 2024
• Elected Ron Gregory as Chairperson and Lindsay Holt as Vice Chairperson (3-0 each)

Palm Desert City Council - Regular Meeting

The City Council will review several infrastructure projects and legal matters, including an opioid settlement with Kroger. The agenda also includes contract awards for fire station architectural services and park facility repairs. Additionally, the council will consider updates to meeting procedures.

• Contract award for Fire Station 33 and 71 design up to $1,397,000
• Resolution to join opioid settlement agreement with Kroger Co.
• Change order for One Quail Place parking lot rehabilitation up to $280,647
• On-call contracts for park and facilities repairs up to $4,500,000 per year
• Contract award for El Paseo Curb Ramp Modification Project for $1,070,234

The City Council adopted a resolution opposing a 'non-compete' provision in the Desert Healthcare District's proposed hospital lease. The council also approved several infrastructure contracts, including fire station design and road modifications.

• Adopted Resolution No. 2024-055 opposing Desert Healthcare District lease 'non-compete' provision (4-0)
• Awarded $1.397M contract to PBK Architects, Inc. for Fire Stations 33 and 71 (4-0)
• Awarded $1.07M contract to Jacobsson Engineering Construction, Inc. for El Paseo curb ramps (4-0)
• Approved $169,500 for 'Dueling Palms' sculpture at San Pablo Ave roundabout (4-0)
• Awarded $964,728 contract to HR Green, Inc. for storm drain assessment (4-0)
• Approved $3.5M annual contract for city-owned building roof repairs (4-0)
• Authorized $600,000 for Civic Center Parking Lot Rehabilitation after rejecting all bids (3-1)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2024-053 to join opioid settlements and prioritize homeless treatment (4-0)

Palm Desert City Council - Study Session

The City Council will hold a study session to review two items without taking formal action. The council will discuss potential participation in the Imperial Irrigation District’s energy infrastructure partnership. They will also receive a presentation regarding a proposed hospital lease agreement for the Desert Healthcare District.

• Review of Imperial Irrigation District’s energy infrastructure partnership
• Presentation on Desert Healthcare District's proposed hospital lease with Tenet Healthcare
• Discussion of 'non-compete' provision in the hospital lease agreement

The City Council conducted a study session to review presentations on the Imperial Irrigation District’s energy infrastructure partnership and a proposed hospital lease agreement from the Desert Healthcare District. No formal decisions were made during this session.

Cultural Arts Committee

The Cultural Arts Committee will elect its chairperson and vice chairperson. Members will also consider approving an expenditure for Development Services lobby artwork and authorizing a request for proposals for park bench vinyl art wraps. Additionally, the committee will select a theme for the 2025 Student Art and Essay Contest.

• Authorize Request for Proposals for Park Bench Vinyl Art Wrap at Civic Center Park
• Select theme for the 2025 Student Art and Essay Contest
• Approve installation expenditure for Development Services lobby artwork
• Review updated signage for El Paseo Sculpture Exhibition
• Receive report on Palm Desert Community Gallery closure

The Cultural Arts Committee approved a request for proposals for a vinyl art wrap at Civic Center Park and selected the theme for the 2025 Student Art and Essay Contest. The committee also approved expenditures for lobby artwork and elected its leadership.

• Elected Elizabeth Hauer as Chairperson (5-0)
• Elected Carol Adney as Vice-Chairperson (5-0)
• Approved June 12, 2024 minutes (5-0)
• Received and filed report on Palm Desert Community Gallery closure (5-0)
• Authorized RFP for one vinyl art wrap for a bench at Civic Center Park (5-0)
• Selected 'My Favorite Palm Desert Building' as 2025 Student Art and Essay Contest theme (5-0)
• Approved expenditure for installation of Development Services lobby artwork (5-0)

Housing Commission

The Housing Commission will elect a new Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson. The commission will also consider recommending a change order for the One Quall Place parking lot rehabilitation. Additionally, members will review patrol service bids and 2024 income limits.

• Change Order No. 4 for One Quail Place Parking Lot Rehabilitation up to $280,647
• Rejection of all proposals for Courtesy Patrol Services at Housing Authority properties
• Election of the Housing Commission Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson
• Receipt of 2024 Palm Desert Housing Authority income limits

Public Safety Committee

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Architectural Review Commission

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Parks and Recreation Committee

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Planning Commission

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Homelessness Task Force

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Palm Desert City Council - Regular Meeting

The City Council approved the 2024-25 financial plan and capital improvement program, alongside several service contracts and assessment district levies. The Council also upheld a building code determination regarding short-term rental bedroom requirements and introduced amendments to the municipal code.

• Adopted 2024-25 financial plan and capital improvement program (4-0)
• Upheld building code determination for 239 Serena Drive (4-1)
• Awarded $428,080 contract for Unified Development Code (5-0)
• Approved $1.06M in community sponsorship and agency funding (5-0)
• Awarded $300,000 on-call plan review and inspection contracts (5-0)
• Approved $97,383 bus shelter maintenance agreement (5-0)
• Adopted solid waste service charge increases for tax roll (5-0)
• Introduced ordinance amending meeting conduct procedures (5-0)

Historic Preservation Committee

The committee will consider a recommendation to designate the Avondale Golf Club clubhouse as a local historic landmark. Members will also review proposed revisions to the Mills Act program manual. Additionally, the committee is scheduled to approve minutes from the March 27, 2024 meeting.

• Recommendation to designate the clubhouse at 75800 Avondale Drive as a local historic landmark
• Recommendation to deny historic landmark designation for the Avondale golf course
• Proposed revisions to Appendix A of the Mills Act program manual
• Approval of March 27, 2024 meeting minutes

The committee approved a recommendation to the City Council to revise the Mills Act Program Appendix A, specifically regarding swimming pools and landscaping eligibility. The committee also continued the consideration of designating the Avondale Golf Club clubhouse and course as historic landmarks to a date uncertain, requesting the applicant submit separate applications for each property.

• Approved Mills Act Appendix A revisions (6-1)
• Continued Avondale Golf Club landmark designation to date uncertain (6-0)
• Requested separate applications for Avondale Clubhouse and Golf Course
• Approved March 27, 2024 minutes (7-0)

Architectural Review Commission

The Architectural Review Commission will consider design reviews for two development items. These include architectural revisions to the Bravo Gardens project and signage for Millennium Apartments.

• Architectural revisions to the Bravo Gardens project (MISC24-0009)
• Two wall-mounted 'M' signs for Millennium Apartments at Technology Drive and Gerald Ford Drive

The Architectural Review Commission approved design review for architectural revisions to the Bravo Gardens project (MISC24-0009) with a condition that staff review mechanical screening and return the item to the ARC if it impacts the building's visual composition. The Commission also approved two wall-mounted signs reading "M" for Millennium Apartments at Technology Drive and Gerald Ford Drive (SARC24-0008). Both motions carried 6 to 0. The Commission approved the June 11, 2024 minutes and received updates on other projects, taking no action on the attendance report.

• Approved consent calendar as presented (6-0)
• Approved June 11, 2024 regular meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved Bravo Gardens architectural revisions (MISC24-0009) with condition on mechanical screening review (6-0)
• Approved two wall-mounted "M" Millennium Apartments signs at Technology Drive and Gerald Ford Drive (SARC24-0008) (6-0)

Palm Desert City Council - Special Meeting

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• 2024 State of the City Address
• Public Notices

The Palm Desert City Council, Successor Agency, Housing Authority, and Board of Library Trustees convened for a special meeting on June 25, 2024. The agenda consisted of the 2024 State of the City Address and public notices. No legislative actions or substantive decisions were recorded in the minutes.

• State of the City Address presented
• Public notices provided

El Paseo Parking and Business Improvement District Board

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El Paseo Parking and Business Improvement District Board

The board will provide feedback on the FY 2023-2024 budget and give direction for the FY 2024-2025 budget preparation. Members will also interview candidates for board vacancies and receive a marketing update.

• Review of Certified Farmer's Market Proposal
• Feedback on FY 2023-2024 budget and direction for FY 2024-2025 budget preparation
• Interviews for Board vacancies
• Approval of April 30, 2024 financial statement

The El Paseo Parking and Business Improvement District Board voted 5-0 to recommend the City Council approve the FY 2024-2025 budget as presented and to recommend Mahasti Islami as a board member. The board also approved its consent calendar 5-0, including minutes and financials. On a proposed farmers market, the board favored the concept but opposed a Saturday schedule, asking for other locations, non-weekend options, city cost research, and a merchant survey.

• Approved consent calendar (5-0), including May 14, 2024 minutes and financial statement ending April 30, 2024
• Recommended City Council approve FY 2024-2025 budget as presented (5-0)
• Recommended City Council approve Mahasti Islami as a board member (5-0)
• Farmers market: consensus favored the idea but opposed the proposed Saturday schedule; directed staff to explore other locations, non-weekend days, city costs, and a merchant survey

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review several development proposals, including a new 93-unit single-family residential subdivision. The commission will also consider an amendment to release specific parcels of the Marriott Shadow Ridge project and a permit for an outdoor dining patio on El Paseo.

• Proposed 93-unit single-family residential subdivision at Shadow Ridge Road
• Amendment to release parcels 4 and 5 of the Marriott Shadow Ridge project at 9003 Shadow Ridge Road
• Conditional Use Permit for an outdoor dining patio at 72990 El Paseo, Suite 3

Resource Preservation and Enhancement Committee

The Resource Preservation and Enhancement Committee will review an update on its 2024/2025 work plan. The meeting also includes a presentation regarding Walk and Roll PD Phase 3.

• Approval of April 15, 2024, meeting minutes
• Update on the 2024/2025 Work Plan
• Presentation on Walk and Roll PD Phase 3

The Resource Preservation and Enhancement Committee approved the April 15, 2024, minutes and received a staff update on the 2024/2025 Work Plan. No formal action was taken on the Walk and Roll PD Phase 3 presentation.

• Approved April 15, 2024 minutes (5-0)
• Received and filed 2024/2025 Work Plan update (5-0)

Palm Desert City Council - Regular Meeting

The City Council will review several service agreements and contract amendments. Key items include fire protection services with Riverside County, road repair projects funded by Senate Bill 1, and housing program funding.

• Annual contract for arboricultural services up to $1,114,125 with West Coast Arborists, Inc.
• One-year agreement with Riverside County Fire Department for fire and medical services
• $100,000 MOU for the CV Housing First Program
• $134,655 amendment to HR Green contract for engineering services
• Resolution adopting the FY 2024-25 SB1 road repair project list

The Palm Desert City Council voted to place a one-cent city transactions and use tax measure on the November 5, 2024, ballot. The council also approved a $3 million loan and land donation to Chelsea Investments for a 39-unit affordable housing project. Additionally, the council rejected all bids for the Aquatic Center renovation design and directed staff to re-bid the project.

• Approved placing 1-cent sales tax measure on Nov 5 ballot (5-0)
• Approved $3M loan and land donation for 39-unit affordable housing project (5-0)
• Rejected all bids for Aquatic Center renovation design; authorized re-bid (5-0)
• Approved 1-year fire services agreement with Riverside County Fire Dept (5-0)
• Approved $1.1M annual arboricultural services contract (5-0)
• Approved Gay Pride Month recognition proclamation and display (4-1)
• Approved $100k MOU for CV Housing First Program (5-0)
• Adopted updated CEQA local implementation guidelines (5-0)

Housing Commission

The commission will review several service contracts for Housing Authority properties. These include agreements for tree maintenance, flooring installation, and property upkeep services.

• Contract award to West Coast Arborists, Inc. up to $1,114,125
• Agreement with Sid's Carpet Barn, Inc. for flooring up to $175,000 annually
• Ratification of vendor contracts for roof repairs and pest control up to $124,729

The Housing Commission recommended the approval of three vendor agreements to the Palm Desert Housing Authority Board. These include contracts for arboricultural services, floor coverings, and additional service increases for existing vendors.

• Recommended ratification of vendor contract increases totaling not to exceed $124,729 (5-0)
• Recommended awarding arboricultural services contract to West Coast Arborists, Inc. up to $1,114,125 annually (5-0)
• Recommended agreement with Sid’s Carpet Barn, Inc. for floor coverings up to $175,000 annually (5-0)
• Approved May 8, 2024 meeting minutes (5-0)

Cultural Arts Committee

The Cultural Arts Committee is reviewing several public art proposals and reports. Key items include a recommendation for the 'Dueling Palms' sculpture and the relocation of artwork to the Burrtec Waste Management Recycle Center. Members will also receive updates on the library's public art plan and the City Poet Laureate.

• Proposal for 'Dueling Palms' sculpture by Kyle Absolom (up to $169,500 plus up to $130,500 for installation)
• Relocation of 'Recycle' artwork to Burrtec Waste Management Recycle Center
• Recommendation to purchase a sculpture from the El Paseo Sculpture Exhibition
• Report on Palm Desert Library Public Art Plan
• Report on the City's Poet Laureate

The Palm Desert Cultural Arts Committee voted 6-0 to recommend the City Council approve the Dueling Palms sculpture by Kyle Absolom, with up to $169,500 for design, fabrication, and delivery plus up to $130,500 for installation and ancillary costs in the roundabout at San Pablo and the entrance to the College of the Desert. The committee also approved relocating the artwork Recycle by John Branstetter to the Burrtec Waste Management Recycle Center and recommended purchasing Swirly Girl by Karen and Tony Barone for the city's permanent collection. A motion to buy The Seeker by Delos van Earl for the Cook Street median failed 3-3, but a later motion to buy the same sculpture for placement on El Paseo near the Historical Society carried 4-2. All other items were receive-and-file reports or procedural.

• Recommended City Council approve Dueling Palms by Kyle Absolom, up to $169,500 for design/fabrication/delivery and up to $130,500 for installation, at San Pablo roundabout (6-0)
• Approved relocation of Recycle by John Branstetter to Burrtec Waste Management Recycle Center (6-0)
• Recommended City Council approve purchase of Swirly Girl by Karen and Tony Barone for permanent collection, Portola Avenue median (6-0)
• Motion to recommend purchase of The Seeker by Delos van Earl for Cook Street median failed (3-3)
• Recommended City Council approve purchase of The Seeker by Delos van Earl for permanent collection, El Paseo near Historical Society (4-2)
• Approved consent calendar with exceptions of items 4.b and 4.d (6-0)
• Received and filed project status report for June 12, 2024 CAC meeting (6-0)
• Received and filed informational report on City of Palm Desert Poet Laureate (6-0)

Public Safety Committee

The committee will review May 2024 reports from the Sheriff, Fire Department, and Code Compliance. Members will also consider approving a summer recess and the meeting schedule for fiscal year 2024-25.

• Approval of summer recess and FY 2024-25 meeting schedule
• May 2024 Sheriff, Fire, and Code Compliance reports
• April 2024 Citizens on Patrol report
• May 2024 Automated License Plate Reader report

The Palm Desert Public Safety Committee approved a consent calendar of monthly reports for May 2024 and a schedule for the fiscal year 2024-25, including a summer recess. The committee held over the approval of previous minutes and the meeting schedule for minor corrections before approving them. No substantive policy changes or new actions were taken during the meeting.

• Approved consent calendar excluding items 4a and 4h (7-0)
• Approved May 2024 reports for Specialized Units, Fire, Code Compliance, Emergency Services, COP, and License Plate Readers
• Approved May 14, 2024 minutes as amended (7-0)
• Approved summer recess cancelling July and August 2024 meetings and FY 2024-25 schedule (7-0)
• Requested future agenda items on CVAG cameras, North Palm Desert growth impacts, and fire department transport for skilled nursing residents

Palm Desert Recreational Facilities Corporation Board

The Palm Desert Recreational Facilities Corporation Board is meeting to review and approve the proposed financial plan for the 2024-2025 fiscal year. The agenda also includes receiving annual financial reports and tax returns for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2023. Additionally, the board will hold elections for Chair and Vice-Chair.

• Review and approval of the 2024-2025 fiscal year financial plan
• Annual election of Board Chair and Vice-Chair
• Receipt of annual financial report for fiscal year ended June 30, 2023
• Receipt of federal and state income tax returns for fiscal year ended June 30, 2023

Palm Desert City Council - Study Session

The provided document contains only procedural boilerplate and does not list any topics for discussion or decision.

The City Council conducted interviews for vacancies on various boards, commissions, committees, and taskforces. Council members provided feedback to staff to assist in preparing a report for a future meeting.

• Interviewed candidates for boards, commissions, committees, and taskforces

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider an environmental impact study and mitigation program for the Haystack Channel Improvement Project. The commission will also review a recommendation to the City Council regarding amendments to several sections of the city's zoning ordinance.

• Environmental impact study and mitigation program for Haystack Channel Improvement Project
• Zoning Ordinance Amendment recommendation for Title 25 of the Municipal Code
• Approval of May 21, 2024, meeting minutes

Public Affairs Marketing Panel

The provided document contains only procedural software metadata and boilerplate text. No specific topics, decisions, or discussions are recorded in the source.

Parks and Recreation Committee

The committee will discuss directing staff to obtain quotes for signage, lighting, and landscaping at Baja California Park. Members will also vote on the regular meeting schedule for Fiscal Year 2024/25. Updates from several partner organizations are also scheduled.

• Quotes for signage, lighting, and landscaping at Baja California Park
• Approval of the FY 2024/25 regular meeting schedule
• Updates from Palm Desert Aquatic Center, First Tee - Coachella Valley, and Friends of the Desert Mountains
• Updates from Family YMCA of the Desert and Desert Recreation District

The Parks and Recreation Committee approved a meeting schedule for Fiscal Year 2024/25. The committee also directed staff to obtain quotes for lighting, landscaping, and interpretive signage at Baja California Park.

• Approved May 7, 2024 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Directed staff to get quotes for interpretive plant signage at Baja California Park (6-0)
• Directed staff to get quotes for lighting and additional landscaping at Baja California Park (6-0)
• Added Baja California Park to monthly member park reports (6-0)
• Approved FY 2024/25 regular meeting schedule, including July cancellation and September reschedule (6-0)

Outside Agency - Charitable Contributions Committee

The Outside Agency Committee will consider approving Community Sponsorship Awards totaling $533,500, Outside Agency Funding Awards totaling $521,000, and an additional $90,000 budget increase for FY 2024-25. They will also review Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funding allocations for various public services and facility projects. The meeting includes public comment periods and a consent calendar for routine items.

• Community Sponsorship Awards: $533,500
• Outside Agency Funding Awards: $521,000
• FY 2024-25 budget increase: $90,000
• CDBG funding allocations for public services and facilities
• Approval of May 30, 2023 minutes

Palm Desert City Council - Study Session

This agenda contains only boilerplate interface text from the eSCRIBE agenda management system and no actual agenda items, decisions, or discussion topics. The meeting is listed as a study session for May 30, 2024, but no substantive business is described.

Finance Committee

The Palm Desert Finance Committee will meet to receive and file routine financial reports for March and April 2024, including General Fund, Parkview Office Complex, Desert Willow Golf Resort, and City Treasurer's investment reports. The committee will also hear a city budget update from staff. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major decisions or public hearings.

• Receive and file General Fund Financial Reports for March and April 2024
• Receive and file Parkview Office Complex financials and vacancy report for April 2024
• Receive and file Desert Willow Golf Resort financial reports for March and April 2024
• Receive and file City Treasurer's Investment Reports for March and April 2024
• City Budget Update presentation

The Finance Committee unanimously approved the consent calendar, including minutes from March 26, 2024. Members voted 6-0 to receive and file financial reports for the General Fund, Parkview Office Complex, Desert Willow Golf Resort, and City Treasurer's investments for March and April 2024. The committee also agreed to cancel the July regular meeting and scheduled the next meeting for September 24, 2024.

• Approved consent calendar including March 26 minutes (5-0)
• Received and filed General Fund Financial Reports for March and April 2024 (6-0)
• Received and filed Parkview Office Complex Financials and Vacancy Report for March and April 2024 (6-0)
• Received and filed Desert Willow Golf Resort Financial Reports for March and April 2024 (6-0)
• Received and filed City Treasurer’s Investment Reports for March and April 2024 (6-0)
• Agreed to cancel July regular meeting; next meeting set for September 24, 2024

Palm Desert City Council - Regular Meeting

The Palm Desert City Council, along with the Successor Agency and Housing Authority, will consider a consent calendar with routine approvals and several action items. Key decisions include direction on the El Paseo dining deck program and street improvement schedule, the scope of the Walk and Roll PD Phase 3 project, and a $3.05 million contract for CV Link enhancements and slurry seal. The meeting also includes presentations on the Lift to Rise action plan and a proclamation for National Public Works Week.

• Contract to American Asphalt South, Inc. for $3,048,952.10 for CV Link Enhancements and Slurry Seal Project
• Direction on El Paseo dining deck program and street improvement schedule, including a license agreement for right-of-way use
• Amendment No. 3 to Kimley-Horn contract for $310,000 for traffic assessments and designs
• Contract to GameTime for $157,490 for Civic Center Dog Park improvements
• Ratify letters of opposition to SB 1037 and AB 1886 regarding housing element enforcement

The Palm Desert City Council approved a $3.05 million contract for CV Link enhancements and a $418,680 annual landscape maintenance contract. The Council directed that the El Paseo Street Rehabilitation be split into two phases over two summers, allowing dining decks to remain until May 2025. Additionally, the Council voted to exclude sidewalk additions on San Juan Drive in favor of traffic calming measures and voted to cease operation of the Community Gallery.

• Approved $3,048,952.10 contract for CV Link Enhancements and Slurry Seal Project (5-0)
• Awarded $418,680 annual landscape maintenance contract to Excel Landscape, Inc. (5-0)
• Directed El Paseo Street Rehabilitation be split into two phases over two summers (5-0)
• Approved dining deck operators to maintain operations through May 2025 (5-0)
• Established license agreement for dining decks with 25% blended rate (3-2)
• Approved exclusion of sidewalk addition on San Juan Drive in favor of traffic calming (5-0)
• Voted to cease operation of the Community Gallery (5-0)
• Approved $310,000 amendment for traffic assessments and designs (5-0)

Palm Desert City Council - Study Session

The Palm Desert City Council will hold a study session to receive an informational update on library programs and partnerships, and to provide feedback on proposed clean-up amendments to Title 25 of the municipal code. No formal action will be taken at this meeting.

• Informational update on library programs and partnerships
• Proposed bundle amendments to Title 25, Zoning
• Joint meeting with Successor Agency and Housing Authority
• Hybrid meeting with remote participation options

The Palm Desert City Council met in a study session on May 23, 2024, and received informational presentations only. Library Services Director Shaffer presented an update on library programs and partnerships, and Development Services Director Cannone and Principal Planner Melloni presented on proposed bundle text amendments to Title 25 (Zoning) of the Palm Desert Municipal Code. No decisions, votes, or approvals were recorded; the session adjourned at 3:17 p.m.

Building Board of Appeals

The Building Board of Appeals will hear an appeal of the Chief Building Official's determination that a room at 239 Serena Drive, approved as a den in the original 1979 floor plan, cannot be used as a bedroom because it lacks required emergency escape and rescue egress under the 2022 California Residential Code. The board will also nominate and appoint a chair and vice chair. The meeting is otherwise procedural, with time for non-agenda public comments.

• Appeal hearing on Chief Building Official's application of 2022 California Residential Code Section R310.1 to 239 Serena Drive
• Recommendation to uphold determination that the den cannot count as a bedroom, keeping residence as 2-bedroom with den
• Nomination and appointment of Building Board of Appeals Chairperson and Vice Chairperson
• Non-agenda public comments limited to three minutes per speaker

The Building Board of Appeals upheld the Chief Building Official's determination that a den at 239 Serena Drive cannot be used as a sleeping room due to emergency escape and rescue code requirements. The Board also appointed its Chairperson and Vice Chairperson.

• Appointed John Greenwood as Chairperson (4-0)
• Appointed Allan Levin as Vice Chairperson (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. BBA 2024-01 upholding the determination that a den at 239 Serena Drive cannot be used as a sleeping room (5-0)

Historic Preservation Committee

The agenda for the Palm Desert Historic Preservation Committee meeting on May 4, 2022, contains no substantive items. The text is entirely composed of interface elements and placeholders from the eSCRIBE system, with no decisions, proposals, or discussions listed.

Planning Commission

The Palm Desert Planning Commission will hold public hearings on three major items: a 40-unit multifamily development (ARC Village), a 332 single-family home project by Pulte Homes, and the potential revocation of a cannabis business permit. The commission will also review the Fiscal Year 2024-25 Capital Improvement Program for consistency with the General Plan. Consent items include approval of the May 7, 2024 minutes.

• Public hearing on precise plan and conditional use permit for 40-unit multifamily development at APN 622-370-014 (ARC Village)
• Public hearing on precise plan for architecture and landscaping of 332 single-family homes south of Gerald Ford Drive and west of Portola Road (Pulte Homes)
• Public hearing on revocation of Conditional Use Permit 2017-0033 for cannabis business at 73818 Dinah Shore Drive
• Review of FY 2024-25 Capital Improvement Program for General Plan consistency (Resolution No. 2867)
• Approval of May 7, 2024 meeting minutes

The Commission approved a 40-unit multifamily development and a 332-unit single-family home project. It also found the FY 2024-25 Capital Improvement Program consistent with the General Plan. A decision on the revocation of a cannabis business permit was postponed.

• Approved FY 2024-25 Capital Improvement Program consistency with General Plan (5-0)
• Approved 40-unit multifamily development at APN 622-370-014 (3-0)
• Approved architecture and landscaping for 332 single-family homes south of Gerald Ford Drive (4-0)
• Tabled revocation of cannabis business permit at 73818 Dinah Shore Drive to a date uncertain (3-1)
• Approved May 7, 2024 meeting minutes (5-0)

Homelessness Task Force

The Palm Desert Homelessness Taskforce will consider recommending City Council approval of a Memorandum of Understanding with the Coachella Valley Association of Governments and a $100,000 annual contribution to the CV Housing First Program for Fiscal Year 2024/2025. The task force will also approve its FY 2024/2025 meeting schedule and minutes from March 4, 2024. Informational reports on code compliance and CityNet activity will be received and filed.

• $100,000 contribution to CV Housing First Program
• Memorandum of Understanding with Coachella Valley Association of Governments
• Approve FY 2024/2025 meeting schedule
• Approve March 4, 2024 minutes
• Receive code compliance and CityNet reports

The Homelessness Taskforce recommended that the City Council approve a Memorandum of Understanding with the Coachella Valley Association of Governments. This includes a proposed $100,000 contribution for the CV Housing First Program for Fiscal Year 2024/2025.

• Approved March 4, 2024 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved Fiscal Year 2024/2025 meeting schedule (4-0)
• Recommended City Council approve MOU and $100,000 contribution to CV Housing First Program (3-0, 1 recused)

El Paseo Parking and Business Improvement District Board

This agenda contains only boilerplate and no substantive items. The meeting is scheduled for May 16, 2024, but no decisions, discussions, or specific agenda items are listed.

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee is meeting to review and provide feedback on current procedures for scheduling road work and road closures during special events. The agenda also includes routine consent items such as approval of minutes and monthly reports from police, fire, code compliance, emergency services, and other public safety units.

• Discussion of road work and road closure scheduling during special events
• Approval of April 2024 minutes
• Monthly reports: Specialized Units, Fire, Code Compliance, Emergency Services, COP, ALPR
• Update on FY 2024/25 Budget Study Session
• Introduction of Ivan Tenorio, Homeless and Support Services Manager

The Palm Desert Public Safety Committee approved the consent calendar containing various departmental reports, including April minutes, fire, code compliance, and license plate reader updates. The committee also received a presentation regarding road work scheduling during special events, with no formal action taken.

• Approved consent calendar including April 2024 minutes and monthly reports (7-0)

El Paseo Parking and Business Improvement District Board

The El Paseo Parking and Business Improvement District Board is meeting to approve routine items including minutes and financial statements, and to review the current fiscal year budget and marketing plan to provide direction for the upcoming budget. Public comment is allowed on non-agenda items and consent calendar items.

• Approve April 23, 2024 meeting minutes
• Approve financial statement ending March 30, 2024
• Review FY 2023-2024 budget and provide direction for FY 2024-2025 budget
• Review EPPBID 2023-24 marketing plan
• Review attendance report

The Board approved the consent calendar, which included the April 23, 2024, meeting minutes and the financial statement ending March 30, 2024. Members reviewed the FY 2023-2024 budget and discussed the upcoming FY 2024-2025 budget, but took no formal action on those items.

• Approved April 23, 2024 minutes (6-0)
• Approved financial statement ending March 30, 2024 (6-0)

Palm Desert City Council - Study Session

This is a study session only; no formal action will be taken. The City Council, along with the Successor Agency and Housing Authority, will receive updates on the proposed Chuckwalla National Monument and Joshua Tree National Park expansion, discuss future updates to the General Plan Mobility Element, and hear an informational report on library policies.

• Update on proposed Chuckwalla National Monument and expansion of Joshua Tree National Park
• Feedback on proposed future updates to Palm Desert General Plan Mobility Element
• Informational update on library policies
• Joint meeting of City Council, Successor Agency, and Housing Authority
• Hybrid meeting allowed under Assembly Bill 2449

The City Council conducted a study session featuring presentations on the proposed Chuckwalla National Monument, the General Plan Mobility Element, and library policies. No formal votes or decisions were recorded during this session.

Palm Desert City Council - Regular Meeting

The Palm Desert City Council is holding a regular meeting with a consent calendar covering routine approvals and several action items. Key decisions include adopting ordinances on catalytic converter possession and a library board, approving contracts and leases, and providing direction on the Lupine Plaza project. A public hearing will consider an appeal of a short-term rental bedroom determination.

• Adopt Ordinance No. 1412 prohibiting unlawful possession of catalytic converters
• Adopt Ordinance No. 1413 establishing a Library Board of Trustees and Advisory Committee
• Approve $42,000 increase for library furniture and equipment contracts (total $692,000)
• Approve one-year lease with extension for RC racetrack on city-owned parcel (APN 640-091-010)
• Public hearing on appeal of short-term rental bedroom determination

The City Council voted to discontinue the Lupine Plaza project and upheld a ruling that living rooms cannot be counted as bedrooms for short-term rentals. Other actions included banning the unlawful possession of catalytic converters and establishing a Library Board of Trustees.

• Directed staff to discontinue Lupine Plaza Project CST00015 (5-0)
• Upheld determination that living rooms cannot be counted as bedrooms for short-term rentals (4-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 1412 prohibiting unlawful possession of catalytic converters (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 1413 establishing a Library Board of Trustees and Library Advisory Committee (5-0)
• Approved 18 sculptures and 6 alternates for FY 2025/2026 El Paseo Sculpture Exhibition with $5,000 honorariums (5-0)
• Authorized $42,000 increase for library furniture, fixtures, and equipment (5-0)
• Denied street vacation of 8,582 square feet of Shadow Lake Drive (4-0)
• Approved one-year lease with Chris Nelson for a remote controlled racetrack (5-0)

Housing Commission

The Palm Desert Housing Commission will consider consent and action items, including approving minutes, setting FY 2024/2025 meeting dates, and authorizing purchases from Lowe's, Home Depot, HD Supply, and Sherwin Williams for housing authority properties. Action items include awarding a landscape maintenance contract to Excel Landscape, Inc. for $418,680 annually plus up to $85,000 for repairs, and approving agreements with Garland/DBS for roof repairs and with Quill and Waxie for supplies. The commission will also receive informational reports, including a Home Improvement Program activity report.

• Award landscape maintenance contract to Excel Landscape, Inc. for $418,680/year plus up to $85,000 for repairs
• Authorize up to $230,000 for Lowe's, $60,000 for Home Depot, $320,000 for HD Supply, and $80,000 for Sherwin Williams for FY 2024/2025
• Approve agreement with Garland/DBS for roof repairs up to $75,000/year for 3 years with renewal options
• Authorize up to $58,600 for Quill office supplies and $36,100 for Waxie janitorial supplies
• Approve minutes of April 10, 2024 and set FY 2024/2025 meeting dates

The Palm Desert Housing Commission recommended approving a roof repair agreement with Garland/DBS, Inc. and authorized recurring purchases for materials and supplies from several vendors. However, the Commission voted against recommending a landscape maintenance contract with Excel Landscape, Inc. The Commission also recommended establishing regular meeting dates for the upcoming fiscal year.

• Recommended establishing FY 2024/2025 Housing Commission meeting dates (5-0)
• Recommended authorizing material purchases from Lowe's, Home Depot, HD Supply, and Sherwin-Williams (5-0)
• Rejected recommending landscape maintenance contract with Excel Landscape, Inc. (1-4)
• Recommended authorizing roof repair agreement with Garland/DBS, Inc. (5-0)
• Recommended authorizing office and janitorial supply purchases from Quill, LLC and Waxie Sanitary Supply (5-0)
• Approved April 10, 2024 minutes (4-0)

Cultural Arts Committee

The Cultural Arts Committee will consider recommending City Council action on several public art items: accepting a donated 50th Anniversary children's mural, deaccessioning a library mural, and purchasing a sculpture from the El Paseo exhibition. They will also provide input on a potential Civic Center Park art installation and receive a presentation from Desert X. The meeting is largely routine, with consent calendar items and informational reports.

• Accept donation of Palm Desert's 50th Anniversary children's mural by Kellie Pellegrini and Tyler Ontiveros
• Approve deaccession of Library Community Room mural by Susan Smith Evans
• Consider purchase of a sculpture from 2023/2024 El Paseo Sculpture Exhibition
• Request for input on potential Civic Center Park public art installation
• Receive and file presentation from Desert X

The Cultural Arts Committee recommended that the City Council accept a donation of the Palm Desert 50th Anniversary children's mural. The committee deferred decisions on the deaccession of a library mural and the purchase of a sculpture from the El Paseo exhibition.

• Approved April 10, 2024 minutes (7-0)
• Recommended City Council accept donation of 50th Anniversary children's mural by Kellie Pellegrini and Tyler Ontiveros (7-0)
• Recommended continuing deaccession of Library Community Room mural by Susan Smith Evans to a date uncertain (7-0)
• Continued discussion on purchasing a sculpture from the 2023/2024 El Paseo Sculpture Exhibition to a future meeting (7-0)

Palm Desert City Council - Study Session

The Palm Desert City Council, Successor Agency, and Housing Authority will hold a joint study session to continue reviewing the proposed Fiscal Year 2024-25 Financial Plan and Five-Year Capital Improvement Program. No action will be taken; the council will receive a presentation and provide general feedback.

• Continuation of May 6 study session on FY 2024-25 budget
• Presentation of proposed financial plan and five-year capital improvement program
• Council to provide general feedback only, no decisions

The City Council held a study session to review the proposed financial plan and five-year capital improvement program for Fiscal Year 2024-25. Various department heads presented budget overviews and responded to council inquiries. No formal votes or decisions were recorded during this session.

Planning Commission

The Commission will consider several public hearing items, including an environmental study for the Haystack Channel Improvement Project. They will also review a permit for a 24-hour emergency animal clinic and a recommendation regarding local CEQA guidelines.

• Haystack Channel Improvement Project environmental impact study
• 24-hour emergency animal clinic at 73495 Highway 111
• Recommendation to City Council for updated CEQA guidelines
• Continuance of Zoning Ordinance Amendment 2024-0002 to June 4, 2024

The Commission approved a conditional use permit for an emergency animal clinic and recommended that the City Council adopt updated CEQA implementation guidelines. A decision on the Haystack Channel Improvement Project was postponed for further information.

• Approved conditional use permit for 24-hour emergency animal clinic at 73495 Highway 111 (4-0)
• Recommended City Council amend and adopt local guidelines for implementing CEQA (5-0)
• Continued Haystack Channel Improvement Project to a date uncertain for more information (5-0)
• Continued Zoning Ordinance Amendment 2024-0002 to June 4, 2024 (5-0)
• Approved April 2, 2024 meeting minutes (4-0)

Parks and Recreation Committee

The Palm Desert Parks and Recreation Committee is meeting to discuss adding KPI scoring, or 'Park Maintenance Evaluations,' to its monthly parks reports. The committee will also consider approving the April 2, 2024 minutes and receive updates from partner organizations and city staff. The meeting is largely routine, with most items being informational reports to be received and filed.

• Discussion on adding KPI scoring to monthly parks reports
• Approval of April 2, 2024 meeting minutes
• Updates from Palm Desert Aquatic Center, First Tee, Friends of the Desert Mountains, and others
• Public art update on student art and essay winners and Aquatic Center art

The Committee approved the minutes from the April 2, 2024 meeting. No action was taken on the proposed addition of KPI scoring to monthly park reports. Members requested future agenda items regarding the Palm Desert Aquatic Center budget and Baja California Park.

• Approved April 2, 2024 meeting minutes (5-0)
• No action taken on KPI Scoring / Park Maintenance Evaluations

Homelessness Task Force

This agenda for the Palm Desert Homelessness Task Force meeting on May 6, 2024, contains only procedural boilerplate and no listed agenda items, decisions, or discussion topics. The document appears to be a system-generated placeholder with no substantive content for residents to review.

Palm Desert City Council - Study Session

The Palm Desert City Council, along with the Successor Agency and Housing Authority, will hold a study session to review the proposed Fiscal Year 2024-25 Financial Plan and Five-Year Capital Improvement Program. No formal action will be taken; the council will receive the report and provide general feedback. The meeting is a joint session and may be conducted as a hybrid meeting.

• Presentation of proposed FY 2024-25 Financial Plan
• Review of Five-Year Capital Improvement Program
• Joint meeting of City Council, Successor Agency, and Housing Authority
• Public comments accepted via email, Zoom, or phone

The City Council held a study session to review the proposed financial plan and five-year capital improvement program. Finance Director Chavez and various department directors presented budget details for city services. No formal decisions were made during this session.

Palm Desert City Council - Study Session

The Palm Desert City Council holds a study session to review an update on current stormwater protection efforts and proposed improvements. No action will be taken at this meeting. The session is a joint meeting with the Successor Agency and Housing Authority.

• Receive and file update on Storm Water Protection Plan
• Review proposed stormwater improvements

Palm Desert City Council - Regular Meeting

The Palm Desert City Council will hold a regular meeting with a consent calendar and several action items. Key decisions include adopting a rail station feasibility study, introducing an ordinance to ban unlawful possession of catalytic converters, and awarding a large on-call construction management contract. The council will also consider a street vacation, library board establishment, and various project approvals.

• Adopt Palm Desert Rail Station Feasibility Study and submit to RCTC
• Introduce ordinance prohibiting unlawful possession of catalytic converters
• Award TKE Engineering on-call construction management contract up to $11,739,394
• Ratify change order for Hilary Storm repairs up to $609,760
• Approve street vacation of 8,582 sq ft portion of Shadow Lake Drive

The City Council approved several ordinances, including new residential design standards and a ban on unlawful possession of catalytic converters. The council also awarded multiple infrastructure contracts and adopted a rail station feasibility study.

• Awarded $11,739,394 construction management contract to TKE Engineering, Inc. (5-0)
• Introduced Ordinance No. 1412 prohibiting unlawful possession of catalytic converters (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 1411 for multifamily and mixed-use objective design standards (5-0)
• Adopted the Palm Desert Rail Station Feasibility Study (5-0)
• Awarded $381,437 contract to Western State Builders for Palma Village Park improvements (5-0)
• Approved new mid-block crosswalks and parking on El Paseo and University Park Drive (4-1)
• Introduced Ordinance No. 1413 to establish a Library Board of Trustees and Advisory Committee (5-0)
• Directed staff to prepare a resolution of denial for street vacation at 73745 Shadow Lake Drive (4-0)

Historic Preservation Committee

This agenda for the Palm Desert Historic Preservation Committee meeting on April 24, 2024, contains only procedural boilerplate and no listed agenda items, decisions, or discussion topics. The document is essentially empty of substantive content.

El Paseo Parking and Business Improvement District Board

The El Paseo Parking and Business Improvement District Board will hold a regular meeting with routine consent items (minutes, financials) and informational reports from staff, sheriff, and marketing. Action items include selecting a date for the FY 2024-2025 budget special meeting, providing feedback on a potential May merchant mixer, receiving a courtesy cart special event request protocol, and discussing updates on El Paseo benches and trash receptacles.

• Select date for FY 2024-2025 budget special meeting
• Provide feedback on potential May merchant mixer
• Receive and file courtesy cart special event request protocol
• Update on El Paseo benches and trash receptacles
• Approve financial statement ending February 29, 2024

The Board approved the February 2024 minutes and financial statements. Members scheduled a special meeting for the upcoming fiscal year budget and formally received the courtesy cart special event request protocol.

• Approved February 15, 2024 minutes and financial statements ending February 29, 2024 (5-0)
• Cancelled May 16, 2024 regular meeting and scheduled FY 2024-2025 budget special meeting for May 14, 2024 (6-0)
• Received and filed the courtesy cart special event request protocol (6-0)

El Paseo Parking and Business Improvement District Board

This agenda for the Palm Desert El Paseo Parking and Business Improvement District Board meeting contains only procedural boilerplate and no substantive items. No decisions, proposals, or discussions are listed for the 2024-04-18 meeting.

Civic Engagement Committee

The Palm Desert Civic Engagement Committee will discuss how to improve outreach to diverse communities, including methods to increase meeting attendance and survey responses. The committee will also vote on approving its 2024 work plan. Informational items include a presentation on the new municipal library and an update on the HOA outreach strategy.

• Discussion on current engagement methods and how to improve outreach
• Approval of 2024 Civic Engagement Committee Work Plan
• Presentation on status and potential programming of new municipal library
• Update and discussion on HOA outreach strategy
• Approval of January 18, 2024 meeting minutes

The Palm Desert Civic Engagement Committee approved its 2024 Work Plan by a 6-0 vote. Staff presented updates on the new municipal library and homeowner association outreach strategies, but no formal action was taken on these items. The committee also approved the minutes from its previous meeting in January.

• Approved 2024 Civic Engagement Committee Work Plan (6-0)
• Approved Minutes of January 18, 2024 (5-0)
• Received and filed presentation on new municipal library status
• Discussed HOA outreach strategy; no formal action taken

Planning Commission

This agenda for the Palm Desert Planning Commission meeting on April 16, 2024, contains only procedural boilerplate and no listed agenda items, decisions, or discussions. The document appears to be a system-generated template with no substantive content.

Resource Preservation and Enhancement Committee

The Resource Preservation and Enhancement Committee is meeting to consider approving its draft 2024/2025 workplan for City Council approval, and to receive a presentation from Burrtec Waste and Recycling Services. The agenda also includes routine items such as approving minutes and public comments.

• Recommend City Council approve draft 2024/2025 Workplan
• Presentation from Burrtec Waste and Recycling Services
• Approve minutes of February 26, 2024 special meeting
• Public comment period for non-agenda items

The Resource Preservation and Enhancement Committee voted to recommend that the City Council approve the draft 2024/2025 Workplan. The committee also received an informational presentation from Burrtec Waste and Recycling Services.

• Approved February 26, 2024 minutes (6-0)
• Recommended City Council approve draft 2024/2025 Workplan (6-0)

Palm Desert City Council - Regular Meeting

The Palm Desert City Council, Successor Agency, and Housing Authority will meet jointly to decide on consent items and several major actions. Key items include approving a $1.64M land purchase for flood infrastructure, increasing facilities repair contracts by $1.5M, and introducing a zoning ordinance for residential and mixed-use design standards. The council will also consider a broadband master plan and a resolution on mayor appointment procedures.

• Approve $1,640,359 from General Fund reserve for Mountain View Flood Infrastructure Improvements Project (APN 637-300-023)
• Increase on-call facilities repair contracts C44620A-E from $3,000,000 to $4,500,000
• Approve two loans totaling $6,755,000 for Palm Villas at Millennium affordable housing project (10.49 acres)
• Introduce Ordinance No. 1411 adding Chapter 25.42 Multifamily and Mixed-Use Objective Design Standards
• Adopt Palm Desert Broadband Feasibility and Master Plan Study and approve $19,884 contract amendment with HR Green

The Palm Desert City Council approved a $6,755,000 appropriation for loans to build affordable housing at 'Palm Villas at Millenium,' with Mayor Quintanilla voting against the measure. The Council also authorized the purchase of a 1.01-acre site on Mountain View for $1,640,359 to support flood infrastructure improvements. Additionally, the Council adopted a new Broadband Master Plan and increased the annual limit for on-call facilities repair contracts to $4.5 million.

• Approved $6,755,000 appropriation for affordable housing loans (4-1)
• Approved $1,640,359 land purchase for flood infrastructure (5-0)
• Increased on-call facilities repair contract limit to $4,500,000 (5-0)
• Adopted Palm Desert Broadband Feasibility and Master Plan Study (5-0)
• Introduced Ordinance No. 1411 replacing purchasing system rules (5-0)
• Introduced Ordinance No. 1411 for residential design standards (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2024-011 for ceremonial proclamations (5-0)
• Approved MOU with Palm Desert Employee Organization (5-0)

Palm Desert City Council - Study Session

This is a study session of the Palm Desert City Council, Successor Agency, and Housing Authority. No formal action will be taken; the council will review and provide feedback on proposed changes to the Mills Act Contract Guidelines and an update on the Dining Deck Program.

• Review proposed changes to Mills Act Contract Guidelines
• Update on Dining Deck Program

The City Council conducted a study session featuring presentations on updated Mills Act eligible scopes of work and an update on the dining deck program. No formal actions or decisions were recorded during this session.

Housing Commission

The Palm Desert Housing Commission will consider recommending approval of the proposed FY 2024-25 Palm Desert Housing Authority budget and capital improvement plan for inclusion in the city's comprehensive annual financial plan. The agenda also includes routine consent items, such as approving the March 13, 2024 minutes, and informational reports on property management, renovations, and the Home Improvement Program.

• Proposed FY 2024-25 PDHA budget and capital improvement plan
• Approval of March 13, 2024 meeting minutes
• FGA monthly property reports for February 2024
• Las Serenas renovation update for Unit 125
• Home Improvement Program activity report for February 2024

The Housing Commission recommended the approval of the FY 2024-25 Palm Desert Housing Authority Budget and Capital Improvement Plan. This recommendation includes an increase in Professional Contracting Services funding to $45,729 due to higher landscaping service proposals.

• Approved March 13, 2024 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Recommended approval of FY 2024-25 Housing Authority Budget and Capital Improvement Plan (5-0)

Cultural Arts Committee

The Palm Desert Cultural Arts Committee is meeting to approve several public art projects, including selecting winners of the 2024 Student Art and Essay Contest for vinyl art wrap installations, approving sculptures for the 2025/2026 El Paseo Sculpture Exhibition, and approving mural designs for the Aquatic Center and a community mural project. The committee will also receive an informational report on the FY 2024/2025 Public Art budget and projects, and approve minutes from prior meetings.

• Select and approve 2024 Student Art and Essay Contest winners for vinyl art wrap installation on traffic signal cabinets and water bottle fillers
• Approve alternate sculpture for Pad 16 and recommend City Council approval of 18 sculptures and up to 6 alternates for 2025/2026 El Paseo Sculpture Exhibition
• Approve artwork proposal by artist Paul Hobson for bench murals at Palm Desert Aquatic Center
• Approve final mural design for Community Mural Project
• Receive and file informational report on FY 2024/2025 Public Art budget and projects

The Cultural Arts Committee approved several public art installations, including student contest winners and bench murals at the Aquatic Center. The committee also recommended a list of sculptures for the 2025/2026 El Paseo exhibition to the City Council.

• Selected student art from Palm Desert Middle School and High School for Civic Center Park water bottle fillers (7-0)
• Selected Washington Charter School 2nd grade art for traffic signal cabinets at Portola and Shadow Mountain (7-0)
• Recommended 18 sculptures and up to 6 alternates for the 2025/2026 El Paseo Sculpture Exhibition (7-0)
• Approved Paul Hobson's artwork proposal and installation of bench murals at Palm Desert Aquatic Center (7-0)
• Approved final mural design for the Community Mural Project (7-0)
• Approved February 14 and March 13, 2024 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Received and filed FY 2024/2025 Public Art budget and projects report (7-0)

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee will consider recommending an ordinance to the City Council that would prohibit unlawful possession of catalytic converters in Palm Desert. The committee will also approve routine consent items including monthly reports from police, fire, code compliance, emergency services, and citizen patrol programs.

• Recommend ordinance prohibiting unlawful possession of catalytic converters
• Approve March 2024 police specialized units report
• Approve March 2024 and Q1 fire department reports
• Approve March 2024 code compliance report
• Receive ALPR shared network report for March 2024

The Public Safety Committee recommended that the City Council approve an ordinance prohibiting the unlawful possession of catalytic converters. The committee also approved several monthly reports regarding code compliance, emergency services, and fire department activities.

• Recommended City Council approval of ordinance prohibiting unlawful possession of catalytic converters (7-0)
• Approved March 2024 Specialized Units Report (7-0)
• Approved March 2024 and first quarter Riverside County Fire Department/Cal Fire reports (7-0)
• Approved March 2024 Code Compliance Report (7-0)
• Approved March 2024 Emergency Services Coordinator Report (7-0)
• Approved February 2024 and 2023 annual Citizen on Patrol reports (7-0)
• Received and filed March 2024 Automated License Plate Recognition report (7-0)
• Approved March 12, 2024 meeting minutes (7-0)

Parks and Recreation Committee

The Parks and Recreation Committee will meet to approve minutes from March 5, 2024, and receive informational updates from partner organizations including the Palm Desert Aquatic Center, First Tee - Coachella Valley, Friends of the Desert Mountains, Palm Desert Library, Friends of the Library, Family YMCA of the Desert, and Desert Recreation District. No action items are scheduled for discussion.

• Approval of March 5, 2024 meeting minutes
• Receive and file report from Palm Desert Aquatic Center
• Receive and file report from First Tee - Coachella Valley
• Receive and file report from Family YMCA of the Desert
• Receive and file report from Desert Recreation District

The committee met on April 2, 2024, and approved the minutes from the March 5, 2024, meeting. The remainder of the session consisted of informational reports from partner organizations and city staff.

• Approved March 5, 2024 minutes (7-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider adopting Resolution No. 2863, recommending the City Council approve a zoning ordinance amendment to add Chapter 25.42 (Objective Design Standards) to the Palm Desert Municipal Code. The standards would apply to residential and mixed-use projects. The Commission will also consider finding the project exempt from CEQA review. The rest of the agenda is routine, including approval of the March 19, 2024 minutes and informational reports.

• Adopt Resolution No. 2863 recommending a Zoning Ordinance Amendment adding Chapter 25.42 – Objective Design Standards
• Find the project exempt from CEQA under Public Resources Code Section 21065 and CEQA Guidelines Sections 15060(c)(2), 15378, and/or 15061(b)(3)
• Approve minutes of the March 19, 2024 Planning Commission meeting
• No public hearings are scheduled

The Palm Desert Planning Commission voted 3-0 to recommend that the City Council adopt a zoning ordinance amendment adding objective design standards for residential and mixed-use projects. Commissioner DeLuna recused herself and left the chamber due to a potential conflict of interest, leaving four commissioners present. The Commission also approved the March 19, 2024 minutes 4-0 and found the design standards project exempt from further CEQA review. No other substantive decisions were made; informational reports included a possible bike trail along the Palm Valley Storm Channel and an update to the University Neighborhood Specific Plan.

• Adopted Resolution No. 2863 recommending City Council approve a Zoning Ordinance Amendment adding Chapter 25.42 Objective Design Standards (3-0, one recusal)
• Found the objective design standards project exempt from further CEQA review (3-0, one recusal)
• Approved minutes of the March 19, 2024 meeting (4-0)

Public Affairs Marketing Panel

The Palm Desert Marketing Committee is meeting to receive a status update on the Fiscal Year 2023/2024 tourism campaign and to provide feedback on proposed marketing budget priorities for Fiscal Year 2024/2025. The agenda also includes routine items such as approving the December 5, 2023 meeting minutes and hearing non-agenda public comments.

• Fiscal Year 2023/2024 Tourism Campaign Status Update (receive and file)
• Fiscal Year 2024/2025 Proposed Marketing Budget Priorities (feedback requested)
• Approval of December 5, 2023 meeting minutes
• Non-agenda public comments (up to 3 minutes each)

The Committee reviewed the status of the FY 2023/2024 tourism campaign and provided feedback on proposed budget priorities for FY 2024/2025. Members discussed influencer partnerships, drive-in markets, and a potential PlantWave collaboration. The meeting also included industry updates and a farewell to Committee Member Jan Hulahan.

• Approved December 5, 2023 minutes (4-0)
• Received and filed FY 2023/2024 Tourism Campaign Status (4-0)
• Provided feedback on FY 2024/2025 proposed marketing budget priorities (4-0)

Palm Desert City Council - Regular Meeting

The Palm Desert City Council, Successor Agency, and Housing Authority will meet jointly to discuss closed-session real estate negotiations and labor talks, then consider a $1.5 million emergency grant program for commercial property owners and HOAs along Interstate 10 affected by Tropical Storm Hilary. Other action items include replacing a bronze plaque at the Desert Holocaust Memorial and placing a Peace Pole at the Community Rose Garden. The consent calendar includes a zone change at 73600 Alessandro Drive, a new library architect contract for up to $514,865, and a $624,527 CNG street sweeper purchase.

• Emergency grant program up to $1.5M for I-10 properties affected by Tropical Storm Hilary
• Adoption of Ordinance No. 1409 changing zoning at 73600 Alessandro Drive from DE-O to DE
• Award of $514,865 contract to Richärd Kennedy Architects for new library conceptual design
• Purchase of CNG street sweeper from PB Loader Corporation for $624,527
• Change Order No. 3 with Mariposa Landscapes increasing contract by $150,000 annually

The City Council approved a $1.5 million grant program for commercial property owners and HOAs affected by Tropical Storm Hilary. Other key actions included awarding a conceptual design contract for a new library and purchasing a CNG street sweeper.

• Approved $1.5M emergency grant program for I-10 property owners affected by Tropical Storm Hilary (5-0)
• Awarded $514,865 contract to Richärd Kennedy Architects for new library conceptual design (5-0)
• Approved $624,527.35 purchase of a CNG street sweeper from PB Loader Corporation (5-0)
• Approved zoning change for 73600 Alessandro Drive from DE-O to DE (5-0)
• Awarded annual $450,000 street and bike lane striping contract to Cal-Stripe, Inc. (5-0)
• Approved $150,000 increase to Mariposa Landscapes, Inc. contract (5-0)
• Approved $20,265 settlement with Millennium Palm Desert HOA for perimeter trees (5-0)
• Directed staff to prepare seniority-based rotation for Mayor and Mayor Pro Tem selection (4-0)

Palm Desert City Council - Study Session

The Palm Desert City Council will hold a study session to discuss two topics: the potential formation of a Library Advisory Committee and a 501(c)(3) Foundation, and an update on the Animal Services Contract with Riverside County Animal Services. No formal action will be taken at this meeting.

• Feedback on establishing a Library Advisory Committee and a 501(c)(3) Foundation
• Update on Animal Services Contract with Riverside County Animal Services

The City Council conducted a study session to receive presentations and provide feedback. No substantive decisions were made during this meeting.

Historic Preservation Committee

The Cultural Resources Preservation Committee will consider recommending a draft work plan for fiscal year 2024/2025 to the City Council. The agenda also includes approval of the January 24, 2024 meeting minutes and a consent calendar. No public hearings or action items other than the work plan are scheduled.

• Recommend City Council approve the draft CRPC Work Plan for FY 2024/2025 (Table 3 of staff report)
• Approve minutes of January 24, 2024 regular meeting
• Consent calendar approval
• Non-agenda public comments (up to 3 minutes per speaker)
• Next regular meeting: April 24, 2024 at 9:00 a.m.

The Cultural Resources Preservation Committee approved its January 24, 2024 meeting minutes and voted to recommend that the City Council approve the draft work plan for fiscal year 2024/2025. Members also heard public comments regarding landmark designations and Mills Act requirements.

• Approved January 24, 2024 minutes (6-0)
• Recommended City Council approve FY 2024/2025 work plan (6-0)

Finance Committee

The Palm Desert Finance Committee will meet to receive and file routine financial reports for January and February 2024. Items include the General Fund financial reports, Parkview Office Complex financial and vacancy reports, Desert Willow Golf Resort financial reports, and the City Treasurer's investment reports. The committee will also consider approving the minutes from the January 22, 2024 meeting. No major policy decisions or new business are on the agenda.

• Receive and file General Fund Financial Reports for January and February 2024
• Receive and file Parkview Office Complex Financial Reports and Vacancy Report for January and February 2024
• Receive and file Desert Willow Golf Resort Financial Reports for January and February 2024
• Receive and file City Treasurer's Investment Reports for January and February 2024
• Approve minutes of the January 22, 2024 Finance Committee meeting

The Finance Committee approved the January 22, 2024 minutes and received several financial reports. These reports covered the General Fund, Parkview Office Complex, Desert Willow Golf Resort, and City Treasurer investments for January and February 2024.

• Approved January 22, 2024 minutes (6-0)
• Received and filed General Fund Financial Reports for January and February 2024 (6-0)
• Received and filed Parkview Office Complex Financial and Vacancy Reports for January and February 2024 (6-0)
• Received and filed Desert Willow Golf Resort Financial Reports for January and February 2024 (6-0)
• Received and filed City Treasurer’s Investment Reports for January and February 2024 (6-0)

El Paseo Parking and Business Improvement District Board

The agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and no substantive items for discussion or decision.

Planning Commission

The Palm Desert Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two large apartment developments and a street vacation. They will also receive an update on a cannabis facility's conditional use permit revocation.

• Consider 12-month time extension for 388-unit Bravo Gardens apartment development on Holey Lane East.
• Consider approval of 384-unit Vesta Apartments at southeast corner of Dick Kelly Drive and Gateway Drive.
• Adopt notice of exemption for vacation of 8,582 sq ft portion of Shadow Lake Drive at 73745 Shadow Lake Drive.
• Receive update on revocation of Conditional Use Permit 17-0030 for a cannabis facility at 77-700 Enfield Lane.

The Commission approved a precise plan for a 384-unit apartment complex and granted a 12-month extension for a separate 388-unit project. It also approved the vacation of a portion of Shadow Lake Drive. A cannabis facility permit was filed after the applicant voluntarily surrendered the license.

• Approved street vacation of 8,852 sq ft portion of Shadow Lake Drive (5-0)
• Approved 12-month time extension for 388-unit apartment development on Holey Lane East (5-0)
• Approved precise plan for 384-unit apartment development at Gateway Drive and Dick Kelly Drive (5-0)
• Approved March 5, 2024 meeting minutes (4-0)

Palm Desert City Council - Study Session

The Palm Desert City Council will hold a study session to review traffic assessment studies for raised mid-block crossings on El Paseo and parking options at the University Dog Park. No action will be taken at this meeting.

• Traffic assessment study for El Paseo raised mid-block crossings
• Parking options study for University Dog Park

The Palm Desert City Council held a study session on March 14, 2024, where a senior project manager presented traffic assessment studies on El Paseo raised mid-block crossings and University Dog Park parking options. The council asked questions during the presentation. No decisions, votes, or approvals are recorded in these minutes; the session was informational and adjourned at 3:39 p.m.

Palm Desert City Council - Regular Meeting

The Palm Desert City Council will hold a joint regular meeting with the Successor Agency and Housing Authority. Key decisions include appropriating $1.8 million from facility reserves for park and facility improvements, authorizing up to $650,000 for new library furniture, and introducing zoning changes for a property on Alessandro Drive and new objective design standards for residential and mixed-use projects.

• Appropriation of $1,810,317 from General Fund Facility Reserves for facility and park improvements, including Ironwood Park
• Authorization to award library furniture, fixtures, and equipment contracts up to $650,000 for the new library at 73-300 Fred Waring Drive
• Introduction of an ordinance to change zoning at 73600 Alessandro Drive from Downtown Edge Transition Overlay (DE-O) to Downtown Edge (DE)
• Introduction of an ordinance to add Chapter 25.42 – Multifamily and Mixed-Use Objective Design Standards to the zoning code
• Award of a $199,645 contract to HR Green Pacific for inspection and construction management of the Firecliff Greens/Tee Box renovation at Desert Willow Golf Resort

The Palm Desert City Council approved a full consent calendar 5-0, including $1,810,317 from General Fund Facility Reserves for facility and park improvements and a $199,645 contract for Desert Willow Golf Resort work. It authorized up to $650,000 for library furniture, fixtures, and equipment at 73-300 Fred Waring Drive. In public hearings, the council introduced Ordinance No. 1409 changing zoning at 73600 Alessandro Drive from DE-O to DE, and Ordinance No. 1410 adding multifamily and mixed-use objective design standards, as amended. All votes recorded were 5-0.

• Approved consent calendar as presented (5-0)
• Approved minutes of February 7 and February 15, 2024 (5-0)
• Accepted resignation of Jeffrey Norman from Marketing Committee (5-0)
• Approved park ordinance waivers for April 18, 2024 Concert in the Park (5-0)
• Approved 2024 Homelessness Taskforce Annual Work Plan (5-0)
• Authorized Housing Authority increases totaling $110,000 and appropriation of $110,000 from Unobligated 871 Fund Balance (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2024-008 updating EMS billing fee schedule and write-off policy (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2024-009 approving Final Parcel Map No. 38751 (5-0)

Public Safety Committee

The Palm Desert Public Safety Committee will receive a presentation on the Fire Station 102 project. The consent calendar includes approval of February 2024 meeting minutes and receiving monthly reports from specialized units, fire, code compliance, emergency services, Citizen on Patrol, and ALPR. No action items are listed.

• Fire Station 102 project update presentation
• Approval of February 13, 2024 meeting minutes
• Receive and file February 2024 specialized units report
• Receive and file February 2024 Riverside County Fire Department/Cal Fire report
• Receive and file February 2024 ALPR monthly report

The committee approved the February 13, 2024, meeting minutes and received several monthly reports. Members received a project update on Fire Station 102 and updates on emergency management training.

• Approved February 13, 2024 minutes (5-0-1)
• Received and filed February 2024 Specialized Units Report (6-0)
• Received and filed February 2024 Riverside County Fire Department/Cal Fire Report (6-0)
• Received and filed February 2024 Code Compliance Report (6-0)
• Received and filed February 2024 Emergency Services Coordinator Report (6-0)
• Received and filed January 2024 Citizen on Patrol (COP) Reports (6-0)
• Received and filed February 2024 Automated License Plate Recognition (ALPR) Report (6-0)

Planning Commission

The Palm Desert Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider adopting a resolution to approve a revision to approved pad elevations for Tentative Tract Map 38434, a 332 single-family home development on 93.56 acres south of Gerald Ford Drive and west of Portola Road in the Refuge Specific Plan area. The consent calendar includes approval of the February 20, 2024 meeting minutes. No other action items are listed.

• Public hearing on Resolution No. 2859 to revise pad elevations for a 332-home residential development on 93.56 acres (APNs 694-310-009 & 694-31-011)
• Consent calendar approval of February 20, 2024 meeting minutes

The Planning Commission approved a resolution to revise pad elevations for Tentative Tract Map 38434. This project involves a 332 single-family home residential development on a 93.56-acre site south of Gerald Ford Drive and west of Portola Road.

• Approved February 20, 2024 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2859 approving revised pad elevations for Tentative Tract Map 38434 (4-0)

Parks and Recreation Committee

The Parks and Recreation Committee will receive informational updates from partner organizations including the Palm Desert Aquatic Center, First Tee, Friends of the Desert Mountains, the Palm Desert Library, and the YMCA. The committee will also hear reports on park projects such as Cahuilla Hills Park design and Hovley Soccer Park. No action items or decisions are scheduled; the meeting is primarily for discussion and updates.

• Cahuilla Hills Park Design community engagement survey summary
• Updates from Palm Desert Aquatic Center, First Tee, Friends of the Desert Mountains, Palm Desert Library, Friends of the Library
• Updates from Family YMCA of the Desert and Desert Recreation District
• Reports on Hovley Soccer Park, Washington Charter School Park, and Freedom Park
• Approval of February 6, 2024 meeting minutes

The committee held a regular meeting consisting primarily of informational reports. The only substantive action taken was the approval of the previous meeting's minutes.

• Approved February 6, 2024 minutes (8-0)

Historic Preservation Committee

The agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and no substantive items for discussion or decision.

Planning Commission

The Palm Desert Planning Commission will hold public hearings on five items: an 18-month time extension for a 32-unit condominium project at Gerald Ford Dr and Shepherd Ln; a precise plan to revise a pad elevation at 178 Tekis Place; a recommendation to the City Council to rezone 73600 Alessandro Drive to Downtown Edge; a precise plan for a 61,788 sq ft personal storage facility at 75220 Merle Drive; and a use determination and conditional use permit for a wedding chapel at 72221 Highway 111. The meeting also includes a consent calendar to approve the February 6, 2024 minutes and non-agenda public comments.

• 18-month time extension for Tentative Parcel Map 38033 and 12-month extension for Precise Plan 21-0008 for 32 single-story condominium units on 3.91 acres at Gerald Ford Dr and Shepherd Ln
• Precise plan to revise pad elevation at 178 Tekis Place (APN 771-260-030)
• Change of Zone 24-0001 to rezone 73600 Alessandro Drive from DE-O to DE (Downtown Edge)
• Precise plan for a 61,788 sq ft personal storage facility on 1.89 acres at 75220 Merle Drive
• Use determination and conditional use permit for a 1,140 sq ft wedding chapel at 72221 Highway 111, Suite A7

The Palm Desert Planning Commission approved five public hearing items, including time extensions for a condominium project, a storage facility, and a wedding chapel. The commission also recommended a zoning change for properties on Alessandro Drive to the City Council. All motions passed with a 4-0 vote.

• Approved 18-month extension for Tentative Parcel Map 38033 and 12-month extension for Precise Plan 21-0008 (4-0)
• Approved precise plan to revise pad elevation at 178 Tekis Place (4-0)
• Recommended City Council approve zoning change to Downtown Edge for 73600 Alessandro Drive (4-0)
• Approved precise plan for 61,788 sq ft personal storage facility at 75220 Merle Drive (4-0)
• Approved use determination and conditional use permit for wedding chapel at 72221 Highway 111 (4-0)
• Approved minutes from February 6, 2024 meeting

Palm Desert City Council - Study Session

This is a study session only; no action will be taken. The council will receive a presentation on the City's authority under Article 34 of the California Constitution and its status. They will also receive a presentation on Palm Desert Visitor Services.

• Study session on Article 34 of the California Constitution
• Study session on Palm Desert Visitor Services

The City Council conducted a study session featuring presentations on Article 34 of the California Constitution and Palm Desert visitor services. No substantive decisions were made during this meeting.

Palm Desert City Council - Regular Meeting

The Palm Desert City Council will consider mid-year budget adjustments for fiscal year 2023-24 and a resolution authorizing the issuance of University Park Community Facilities District No. 2021-1 Special Tax Bonds, Series 2024. The consent calendar includes approval of a five-year automated license plate recognition software subscription with Flock Safety, a three-year lease for Indian Wells Fire Station No. 55, and a contract for auditing services totaling $89,082 for the first year. The council will also adopt ordinances eliminating ranked-choice voting and establishing a municipal library.

• Mid-year budget adjustments and revised staff allocation schedule (Action Calendar item 14.a)
• Issuance of University Park CFD No. 2021-1 Special Tax Bonds, Series 2024 (Action Calendar item 14.b)
• Five-year agreement with Flock Safety for automated license plate recognition software (Consent Calendar item 13.h)
• Three-year lease agreement with City of Indian Wells for Fire Station No. 55 (Consent Calendar item 13.g)
• Contract with Lance, Soll & Lunghard, LLP for auditing services at $89,082 for first year (Consent Calendar item 13.f)

The City Council approved the establishment of a municipal library and authorized withdrawal from the Riverside County Library system. The council also approved a lease for library space at the Desert Community College District campus and eliminated ranked choice voting for city council elections.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 1407 to eliminate ranked choice voting (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 1408 establishing a municipal library (5-0)
• Approved withdrawal from the Riverside County Library system (5-0)
• Approved lease for 20,802 sq ft of library space for $112,310.37 base-year amount (5-0)
• Authorized $479,194.27 for an Elgin Broom Bear Street Sweeper (5-0)
• Approved $89,082 first-year contract for auditing services with Lance, Soll & Lunghard, LLP (5-0)
• Approved 5-year ALPR software subscription with Flock Safety (5-0)
• Adopted 2023-24 mid-year budget adjustments and revised staff allocation (5-0)

Palm Desert City Council - Study Session

The Palm Desert City Council, Successor Agency, and Housing Authority hold a joint study session to review progress on 2023 goals and provide input for 2024 goals. No action will be taken. The session also includes a closed session to evaluate the City Manager's performance.

• Review progress on 2023 goals and provide input for 2024 goals
• Closed session: Public employee performance evaluation of City Manager
• Attachments include cash flow projections with district tax measures considered

The City Council reviewed progress on 2023 goals and discussed desired goals for 2024. No formal votes were taken during the session. The City Clerk suggested a resolution be presented at a future meeting to formalize the 2024 goals.

Planning Commission

The Palm Desert Planning Commission will hold public hearings on three items: a tentative parcel map to split a parcel at 49425 JFK Trail into two lots and a retention lot; a conditional use permit and precise plan for an 11,380-square-foot fire station at 75665 Gerald Ford Drive; and a recommendation to the City Council to adopt objective design standards for residential and mixed-use projects. The commission will also consider approving the January 4, 2024 meeting minutes and receive informational reports.

• Tentative parcel map to subdivide 49425 JFK Trail into two 0.46-acre parcels and a 0.05-acre retention lot
• Conditional use permit and precise plan for an 11,380-square-foot fire station at 75665 Gerald Ford Drive
• Zoning ordinance amendment to add objective design standards for residential and mixed-use development
• All three public hearing items include adoption of a Notice of Exemption from CEQA
• Consent calendar includes approval of January 4, 2024 special meeting minutes

The Commission approved a conditional use permit for a fire station and a parcel map for a land subdivision. It also recommended that the City Council adopt new residential and mixed-use objective design standards.

• Approved subdivision of parcel at 49425 JFK Trail into two parcels and a retention lot (4-0)
• Approved conditional use permit and precise plan for 11,380 sq ft fire station at 75665 Gerald Ford Dr (4-0)
• Recommended City Council adopt Zoning Ordinance Amendment for Residential and Mixed-Use Objective Design Standards (4-0)
• Approved January 4, 2024 meeting minutes (5-0)

Palm Desert City Council - Study Session

This is a study session only; no formal action will be taken. The City Council will receive presentations on council roles and new laws (including the Levine Act) and an update on Palm Desert Farmers' Markets. A traffic assessment item was removed at staff's request.

• Presentation on 2024 City Council Roles and New Laws
• Presentation on the Levine Act
• Informational update on Palm Desert Farmers' Markets
• Traffic assessment item removed at staff request

The City Council conducted a study session featuring presentations on council roles, new laws, elections, farmers' markets, and the Cotino development. No formal votes or decisions were recorded. One item regarding traffic assessment studies was removed from the agenda.

• Removed traffic assessment studies of El Paseo and University Park from agenda

Palm Desert City Council - Regular Meeting

The City Council adopted new election district boundaries and introduced an ordinance to eliminate ranked choice voting. Other key actions included authorizing a new paramedic unit and approving a development agreement amendment for Marriott Ownership Resorts, Inc.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 1406 establishing City Council election district boundaries (5-0)
• Introduced Ordinance No. 1407 to eliminate ranked choice voting for City Council elections (5-0)
• Approved $303,449.02 for a new paramedic unit for Fire Station 102 (5-0)
• Appropriated $692,000 for various library improvements (5-0)
• Approved second amendment to development agreement with Marriott Ownership Resorts, Inc. (5-0)
• Authorized sale of 45-656 Mountain View Avenue (4-0)
• Introduced Ordinance No. 1408 establishing a municipal library for the city (5-0)
• Authorized abatement of public nuisance conditions at Site B of the former Executive Course (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider recommending that the City Council adopt Residential and Mixed-Use Objective Design Standards and amend Title 25 of the Municipal Code. The item is the only substantive action on the agenda; the rest is procedural.

• ZOA24-0001: Zoning Ordinance Amendment adding Chapter 25.42 – Objective Design Standards
• Recommendation to find the project exempt from CEQA review

Palm Desert City Council - Regular Meeting

The Palm Desert City Council will hold a public hearing to adopt a new city council election district boundaries map (Map 109 Renumbered B) and introduce an ordinance for by-district elections. The council will also discuss and provide direction on updating zoning and business regulations for cannabis manufacturing businesses, including options to limit such businesses. Other action items include awarding a $948,920 contract for a Vision Zero strategy and approving a second amendment to a development agreement with Desert Wave Ventures, LLC.

• Public hearing to adopt Map 109 Renumbered B for city council election district boundaries
• Discussion on updating cannabis manufacturing regulations, including limiting to two Type P licenses
• Award contract to Alta Planning + Design, Inc. for $948,920 to develop a Vision Zero strategy
• Approve second amendment to disposition and development agreement with Desert Wave Ventures, LLC for Desert Willow lots
• Closed session negotiations for properties at 72559 Highway 111 and Desert Willow lots

The Palm Desert City Council adopted a new map for council election districts and introduced an ordinance to amend the municipal code. The council also directed staff to prohibit cannabis manufacturing businesses while allowing limited microbusinesses, and approved a $948,920 contract for a Vision Zero traffic safety strategy.

• Adopted Map 109 Renumbered B for council districts (5-0)
• Introduced Ordinance No. 1406 for district boundaries (5-0)
• Directed staff to prohibit cannabis manufacturing businesses (5-0)
• Approved $948,920 contract for Vision Zero Strategy (5-0)
• Approved Second Amendment to Desert Wave Ventures DDA (5-0)
• Approved up to 7 alcohol waivers at Henderson Building (5-0)
• Reallocated $5,000 for mister system grants (5-0)
• Approved 2024 social media commemorations list (4-1)

Palm Desert City Council - Study Session

This is a study session only; no action will be taken. The council will receive information on the progress of municipal library services and next steps, and provide feedback on the Palm Desert Broadband Feasibility and Master Plan Study.

• Receive information on progress of municipal library services and next steps
• Provide feedback on Palm Desert Broadband Feasibility and Master Plan Study

The City Council held a study session to receive information and provide feedback on city projects. No formal votes or substantive decisions were recorded.

Planning Commission

The Palm Desert Planning Commission is holding a special meeting to conduct public hearings on two cannabis-related conditional use permits. They will consider revoking a permit for a manufacturing, delivery, and distribution business at 75-080 Saint Charles Place, and modifying another permit at 77-700 Enfield Lane to remove manufacturing and allow only distribution.

• Revocation of Conditional Use Permit No. 17-0027 for a cannabis business at 75-080 Saint Charles Place
• Modification of Conditional Use Permit No. 17-0030 for a cannabis business at 77-700 Enfield Lane to allow only distribution
• Adoption of CEQA exemptions for both actions

Planning Commission

This meeting of the Palm Desert Planning Commission was cancelled. The agenda consists only of procedural items with no substantive business scheduled.