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CITY HALL

Staff updates Parks Committee on improvement projects across city

Feb 3, 2026

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Staff updates Parks Committee on improvement projects across city

Several maintenance items have been completed, including volleyball net installation and playground surfacing, while construction continues at some facilities.

Post Staff
Post Staff

BUSINESS

Palm Desert leads valley in home sales as inventory continues to build

Jan 29, 2026

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Palm Desert leads valley in home sales as inventory continues to build

Prices remain mostly flat across the Coachella Valley, while longer selling times point to a market slowly tilting toward buyers.

Kendall Balchan
Kendall Balchan

COMMUNITY

Holocaust survivors, descendants  share memories of tragedy and resilience at Palm Desert event

Jan 28, 2026

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Holocaust survivors, descendants share memories of tragedy and resilience at Palm Desert event

The annual remembrance program focused on personal testimony, historical reflection and concerns about antisemitism.

Mark Talkington
Mark Talkington

CITY HALL

Palm Desert’s city savings still beating the market, though returns are easing

Jan 27, 2026

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Palm Desert’s city savings still beating the market, though returns are easing

Despite falling interest rates, the city's portfolio continues outperforming benchmarks through strategic fund transfers, Finance Committee told.

Post Staff
Post Staff

CITY HALL

Fewer signs, clearer directions: New wayfinding approved

Jan 22, 2026

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Fewer signs, clearer directions: New wayfinding approved

A plan adopted by the Palm Desert City Council Thursday evening reduces the number of signs citywide, especially along El Paseo, taking a “less is more” approach.

Erin Rode
Erin Rode

ARTS & CULTURE

Palm Desert seeks artists for El Paseo sculpture exhibition

Jan 21, 2026

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Palm Desert seeks artists for El Paseo sculpture exhibition

Selected works will be displayed for two years between Highway 74 and Portola Avenue, viewed by thousands of residents and visitors who frequent the area for shopping, dining and events.

Post Staff
Post Staff

DEVELOPMENT

Palm Desert Planning Commission approves warehouse near Dinah Shore Drive

Jan 20, 2026

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Palm Desert Planning Commission approves warehouse near Dinah Shore Drive

While the project is in an industrial part of the city, a new residential development is located just on the other side of Dick Kelly Drive.

Erin Rode
Erin Rode

CITY HALL

City Council to vote on wayfinding plan, CDBG funding, public art agreement

Jan 20, 2026

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4 min read

City Council to vote on wayfinding plan, CDBG funding, public art agreement

Wayfinding, federal grant allocations and a long-term Civic Center Park artwork are among the key decisions facing councilmembers Thursday.

AI Assist
Post Staff
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PUBLIC SAFETY

Palm Desert public safety roundup: Jan. 1-7

Jan 19, 2026

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Palm Desert public safety roundup: Jan. 1-7

The following incidents are based on the Riverside County Sheriff's Department's weekly report for Jan. 1 through 7. Reports are typically released on Thursday.

AI Assist
AI Assist

CITY HALL

Palm Desert Housing Authority approves contract to fix flooding at Taos Palms apartments

Jan 14, 2026

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Palm Desert Housing Authority approves contract to fix flooding at Taos Palms apartments

The project, which will cost $240,000, will be fully reimbursed through federal Community Development Block Grant funds from HUD.

Post Staff
Post Staff

ARTS & CULTURE

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Committee approves plan to refresh utility cabinet art program, expand to North Palm Desert

Jan 14, 2026

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Committee approves plan to refresh utility cabinet art program, expand to North Palm Desert

Refresh plan targets deteriorating vinyl wraps and painted cabinets, prioritizes San Pablo-El Paseo area and expansion to northern neighborhoods.

Post Staff
Post Staff

BUSINESS

Palm Desert outlines retail strategy as city sees growth, low vacancy rates

Jan 12, 2026

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Palm Desert outlines retail strategy as city sees growth, low vacancy rates

The city welcomed 12 notable retail openings in 2025. Two additional businesses are scheduled to open by the end of this month. And another 10 businesses are slated to open this year.

Mark Talkington
Mark Talkington
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