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.
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.
Committee urges larger regional park as plan advances
Palm Desert Parks and Recreation Committee members who met Tuesday said the park needs to be large enough to meet growing demand for sports fields and recreation.
City Council to consider energy substation funding, housing bonds and hillside rules at Thursday meeting
Energy infrastructure funding, affordable housing bonds and new hillside development standards are among the major items set for discussion at the next regular City Council meeting.
City leaders elevate Portola Avenue interchange as long-term priority
A transportation update adopted by the Palm Desert City Council earlier this month lays out road, safety and congestion strategy for the next two decades.
Pradetto proposes ending City Hall banner displays, revisiting diversity
A proposal by Palm Desert Mayor Pro Tem Joe Pradetto would roll back a 2024 policy that includes Pride banner displays, prompting backlash from LGBTQ residents and setting up a broader debate over neutrality and inclusion at Palm Desert City Hall.
Palm Desert to launch expanded voucher program for free pet spay and neuter services
The city found that direct vouchers massively increased participation in the free spay and neuter program compared to the old method of paying up front and getting reimbursed later.
Commission approves 546-unit development on former golf course site
The Catavina development will be built on the site of the former Santa Rosa Golf Club, which closed in 2015, adding single-family homes on 81 acres south of Frank Sinatra Drive and west of Portola Avenue.
Palm Desert considering refinements to criteria for Key to the City honorary recognition
Under the proposed process, the mayor and mayor pro tem would review applications and make initial recommendations before bringing selections to the full city council for approval.
City faces funding challenges as homeless outreach contract opens for competition
As state housing funds decline and new allocation rules take effect, Palm Desert reconsiders how to sustain its homelessness programs and select future outreach providers.
City Council amends zoning to allow single-family homes and day care centers near downtown
The approved amendment changes the city’s municipal code to allow single-family residential homes and day care centers in the Downtown Edge-Overlay zoning district
Palm Desert to phase in development fee increases over three years
Palm Desert's current fees are on the low end compared to other cities in the region, according to a comparison based on the Desert Valleys Builders Association fee study.
Palm Desert moves forward on multiple capital projects
Director of Capital Projects Jess Culpeper presented updates on four major projects during a recent council meeting, highlighting completed work and upcoming milestones.
Joslyn Center members call for greater transparency, board reforms
Members allege a lack of transparency after the executive director’s removal, calling for rule clarifications, member input, and restrictions on using city funds for legal costs.
