A PUBLICATION OF THE CITY OF PALM DESERT

SEPTEMBER/OCTOBER 2021 STREET PARTY PLANNED to CELEBRATE OPENING OF San Pablo and CV LINK

PREPARE NOW TO BE READY FOR EMERGENCIES LATER n GOLF CART “MASQUERADE PARADE” PROMISES HALLOWEEN THRILLS n The City’s eagerly anticipated transformation of San Design is underway for Palm Desert’s next section of FREE FALL CONCERTS Pablo Avenue is complete, with work wrapped up on Phase CV Link, which is slated to run east and west along the RETURN TO PALM DESERT 2 of the project and the re-envisioned street again open to Whitewater River Channel past Palm Desert High School n vehicles, bicycles, and pedestrians. and Cook Street to the Indian Wells border. From there, a TOP TIPS ON NAVIGATING Phase 2 improvements focused on San Pablo between northbound leg will connect to Hovley Lane East. Fred Waring Drive and Magnesia Falls Drive, including the To celebrate the completion of the San Pablo ROUNDABOUTS construction of two new roundabouts, one at Magnesia Falls improvements and the CV Link milestone, the City of Palm n and one at the entrance to the College of the Desert. Desert will host a San Pablo Grand Opening and Street Party CITY OFFERS FREE Additional project features include enhanced pedestrian on Saturday, October 9 from 6 – 10 p.m. The event will be E-WASTE DISPOSAL walkways, new landscaping and sidewalks, improved held on San Pablo on the newly completed section north n lighting, on-street parking, raised mid-block pedestrian of Fred Waring Drive. The street will be closed to vehicles CITY SEEKS AIRPORT crosswalks, new bikeways, and traffic signal improvements. for the event, and, in the spirit of the evening, residents are COMMISSION These improvements complement the reinvention of encouraged to travel to the celebration by foot, bike, or golf San Pablo between Highway 111 and Fred Waring that cart when possible. Parking is available at Civic Center Park REPRESENTATIVE was accomplished in Phase 1. It also creates a critical for those who wish to come by car. n connection for pedestrians, cyclists and motorists from The evening’s festivities include a ribbon cutting to ANNUAL BUDGET INVESTS Highway 111 to CV Link, the more than 40-mile pathway officially open both the San Pablo Avenue and CV Link IN PALM DESERT’S that will provide a safe and active alternative route across projects. The event will also feature live music, food trucks, ECONOMIC RECOVERY the entire Coachella Valley. a beer garden, fresh fruit and vegetable vendors, and local Construction work on Palm Desert’s section of CV Link was artisans. Desert Recreation District and Family YMCA of the concurrent with the San Pablo streetscape improvements. A Desert will be on hand with activities for youngsters at their significant section of the bikeway—from the Bump & Grind Kids Zone. trailhead on Painters Path across Parkview Avenue and For more information on the Grand Opening and Street Magnesia Falls Drive—is now complete. Party, call 760-568-1441. PREPARE NOW FOR EMERGENCIES September is National Preparedness Month, held to raise awareness about the importance of getting ready for disasters and emergencies before they occur. In October, Californians prepare for earthquakes by participating in the Great Shakeout. Whether the risk comes in the form of soaring temperatures, rising water, or rumbling earthquakes, now is the time to make a plan and prepare for any likely emergency scenario. RivcoReady.org, a website operated by the helpful preparedness tips is to follow RivcoReady County of Riverside Emergency Management on social media. They’re found on Twitter Department, offers a convenient starting and Facebook. In an emergency, these same point with information on how to assemble channels become important conduits of All City of Palm Desert dog parks will be an emergency kit, create an action plan, stay immediate, direct communication. closed from Monday, informed, and get involved. Those who are ready to take their October 4 through Friday, While some guidance suggests creating kits involvement to the next level might consider November 5 for overseeding ready with three days’ supplies for all members enrolling in a first aid, CPR, or Community of the household plus pets, that only holds Emergency Response Team (CERT) class. and yearly maintenance. true for people who are evacuating to a shelter The CERT program educates people about All other City parks will be where additional resources will be available. disaster preparedness for hazards that may renovated and overseeded Recent events have demonstrated that it’s smart impact their area and trains them in basic during this time as well, but will remain open. to prepare for being without assistance for up to disaster response skills such as fire safety, Information: 760-776-6450 two weeks following a natural disaster. light search and rescue, team organization, Know what disasters and hazards could and disaster medical operations. Using the affect the community, and where to go if training learned in the classroom and during Save time and the environment by evacuations are ordered. All family members exercises, CERT members can assist others in submitting all Building, Planning, should know and practice the emergency plan. their neighborhood or workplace following an and Public Works permit RivcoReady makes it easy to stay informed event when professional responders are not applications and plans online. before, during and after an emergency through immediately available to help. While the Permit Center staff targeted alerts. Register online for Alert RivCo to While temporarily sidelined during the receive notifications in the event of emergencies pandemic, the City of Palm Desert will offer is available to help customers at such as wildfires, floods, hazardous materials CERT classes for its residents when public health the counter, scanning plans and incidents, severe weather, and certain law guidelines allow. applications can slow down the approval process. enforcement incidents. Traditional landline For additional information on emergency Online submittal is accessible to all, and applicants phones are automatically registered, and cell preparedness, contact Palm Desert’s are encouraged to use this efficient service. phones can be registered by using the portal Emergency Services Coordinator Michael found on the RivcoReady.org website. Ornelas at [email protected], Information: www.PDPermits.com An easy way to stay informed and gather or visit RivcoReady.org.

Events are returning to Palm Desert! The City is proud to sponsor Paint El Paseo Pink, GOLF CART a breast cancer awareness walk held on El Paseo on Saturday, October 9. It’s a special day to “Masquerade honor individuals who have faced ” cancer while raising funds for the Desert Cancer Parade Foundation. Registration and Information: PROMISES HALLOWEEN THRILLS ON EL PASEO pepp.desertcancerfoundation.org/ One of the desert’s most fun and While the parade itself starts at noon, colorful events returns on Sunday, October come early to enjoy all the day’s activities. 31, when scores of decorated carts, floats, The Palm Desert Rotary will hold its and marching bands will head down world popular annual Pancake Breakfast starting famous El Paseo for the 57th annual Palm at 8 a.m. on the corner of El Paseo and Desert Golf Cart Parade. San Luis Rey. Sponsor and vendor booths Dates to Remember Organized by the Palm Desert Area open at 9 a.m., and be sure to leave time Chamber of Commerce (PDACC), the Palm to peruse the classic car show, too. Labor Day Desert Golf Cart Parade is a treasured local Other attractions include a Kid’s Play September 6 tradition. Falling on Halloween, the theme Zone, a section for Super Seniors, food City Hall closed for this year’s celebration is Masquerade and drink vendors, awards and trophy Parade. Expect lots of Halloween fun for presentations, and more. the whole family! Free seating can be found at multiple First Day of Autumn The Golf Cart Parade steps off at 12 locations along the parade route. VIP September 22 noon, following a flyover by the Palm seats ($25 each) and Auen Foundation’s Springs Air Museum. Tom Flores, NFL free Senior Seating both include a boxed legend and recent Pro Football Hall of lunch per seat and can be reserved in HALLOWEEN Fame Inductee, and his wife Barbara will advance beginning September 1. For more October 31 be the 2021 Golf Cart Parade Grand information and to reserve seats, please Marshals. call the PDACC at 760-346-6111. SEPTEMBER & OCTOBER 2021 COLLEGE OF THE DESERT 43500 Monterey Avenue 760-346-8041 collegeofthedesert.edu

College of the Desert campuses are open for in-person and online learning this fall, with classes beginning August 30. LIR (Learning in Retirement) Information & registration: lirpalmdesert.com Classes designed specifically for those ages 50 and above who want to learn for the pure enjoyment CSUSB PALM DESERT CAMPUS of learning. Fall registration begins October 15. 37500 Cook Street Walter N. Marks Center for the Arts CITY OF PALM DESERT 760-341-2883 pdc.csusb.edu Information: 760-776-7278 Palm Desert Civic Center Monday – Thursday, 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. 73510 Fred Waring Drive Educational Programs Additional hours by appointment 760-346-0611 Offering bachelor’s and master’s www.DiscoverPalmDesert.com A nonprofit cultural and educational facility where www.cityofpalmdesert.org degrees, a doctorate in educational traditional visual arts media are complemented by leadership, and teaching Open Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. contemporary performance and installation arts. credentials and certificates. New COD Veterans Resource Center Visitor Services programs include Hospitality 760-773-2536 760-568-1441 Management, Entrepreneurship, and Cybersecurity. Monday – Thursday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. Short Term Rental Hotline Information: csusb.edu/pdc/our-programs Provides critical services for veterans and 760-862-6900 their dependents in order to support their Code Compliance Hotline Osher Lifelong success, retention, and educational needs. 760-776-6360 Learning Institute CREATE CENTER FOR THE ARTS Report Graffiti Offers non-credit, 760-776-6450 university-level courses for adults 50+ Palm Desert Police Department along with events, travel program, and discussion Call 911 for emergencies groups. Fall classes ranging in length from one Non-emergencies: 760-836-1600 to six weeks begin in September and October. Palm Desert In Touch Information: csusb.edu/OLLI or 909-537-8270 Get information on City meetings, parks, trails and public art, plus identify COACHELLA VALLEY ANIMAL CAMPUS 72050 Pet Land Place, Thousand Palms issues including graffiti and 760-343-3644 code violations and report rcdas.org them directly to City staff 73600 Alessandro Drive using Palm Desert In Touch, Animals available for 760-834-8318 the City of Palm Desert’s adoption, tags, licensing, createcentercv.org mobile app and online and more services. Limited size art classes in painting and drawing, service request system. printmaking, fiber arts, digital design, and more. More information: cityofpalmdesert.org/intouch DESERT ROSE SOCIETY 2021-2022 Platinum Club Card desertrosesociety.com Invest in Platinum, save a lot of green! Desert Willow Golf Resort’s 2020-2021 Platinum Club Card is one The Desert Rose Society prunes the of the most sought-after frequent player programs Rose Garden at Civic Center Park. in the area. Always pay the lowest available rate at Scan the QR code found on the sign in the Desert Willow’s two championship courses, and garden to bring up a map identifying the varieties. DESERT RECREATION DISTRICT receive discounts on dining, apparel and more. The Rose Society’s monthly meetings resume in Palm Desert Community Center For a complete list of benefits, visit their website. 43900 San Pablo Avenue September at the Portola Community Center. 760-568-9697 Purchase a 2021-2022 Platinum Card myrecreationdistrict.com DESERT SANDS UNIFIED before October 1 and save $100.00: Monday – Friday, 6 a.m. – 9 p.m. SCHOOL DISTRICT Palm Desert Resident Platinum Club Card – Saturday, 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. 47950 Dune Palms Road, La Quinta $399.00 (with valid Palm Desert Resident Card) Closed Sundays 760-777-4200 Non-Resident Platinum Club Card – $449.00 dsusd.us Information: desertwillow.com/Platinum Fall classes include: Hula Dance for Fitness and Fun All children attending DSUSD schools are eligible for EISENHOWER MEMORY CARE CENTER – Mondays, 6:00 p.m. free meals throughout the 2021-2022 school year. ADULT DAY CENTER $77 for six-week session Menus are posted at coolschoolmeals.com.

Disco Dogs DESERT WILLOW GOLF RESORT Thursdays, 6:00 p.m. $22 for 2 classes Line Dancing Wednesdays, 6:00 p.m. $38 per month or $10 drop-in fee 42201 Beacon Hill, Suite A Tai Chi 760-836-0232 Mondays, 12:00 p.m. eisenhowerhealth.org $39 for the month or $12 drop-in fee Monday – Friday, 7:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Guitar Adult Day Center offering respite care for Wednesdays families caring for cognitively impaired Beginning Guitar, 6 p.m. adults, while providing a safe, engaging Second Level Guitar, 7 p.m. environment to those with impairments. $70 for each session 38995 Desert Willow Drive FAMILY YMCA OF THE DESERT 760-346-0015 43930 San Pablo Avenue Additional classes and information: desertwillow.com 760-341-9622 myrecreationdistrict.com/calendar/ ymcaofthedesert.org palm-desert-activity-calendar Enjoy award-winning championship golf on Call for hours of operation two unforgettable courses at Desert Willow Y Rookies Soccer Palm Desert Resident Cards Golf Resort. Test your skills on the challenging Ages 3 – 5 Palm Desert Resident Cards Firecliff Course or play a more relaxing round Location: Palm Desert Soccer Park for use at Desert Willow on the Mountain View Course. Contact the pro 74735 Hovley Lane Golf Resort are issued by shop or go online to book your tee times. Saturdays, September 25 – October 30 Desert Recreation District Information: 760-346-7060, ext. 1 or at the Palm Desert Community desertwillow.com/teetimes 8:30 a.m.; 9:30 a.m.; 10:30 a.m. Center. City residents who would like to get a Fee: $100.00 The Terrace at Desert Willow Golf Resort new or renewed card may visit the community YMCA Basketball Skills center during business hours with the necessary Unique, handcrafted cuisine paired with Ages 8 – 13 documentation (California ID or Driver’s License, Location: San Pablo Y plus a utility bill with a Palm Desert address). one of the Coachella Valley’s most scenic 74735 Hovley Lane More information: Tuesdays and Thursdays, cityofpalmdesert.org/departments/special- outdoor dining venues. starting September 7 programs/desert-willow-golf-resort Available for breakfast and lunch. View 5 and 6:00 p.m. Golf Center at Palm Desert hours of operation Fee: $100.00 Home of the First Tee of the and menus online. Coachella Valley youth golf Information: desertwillow.com/TheTerrace Here is the way to take program includes 9-hole par your basketball skills to the three course, driving range next level. Maximize your with chipping and putting workouts on the court to get greens, foot golf, and more. the biggest payoff on game 74945 Sheryl Avenue day. Work in small groups 760-779-1877 with other players serious golfcenterpd.com about improving their skills. Brain Boot Camp This two-session course will teach you how to improve your brain health, boost your Jean Benson Child Development Center memory, and develop good memory habits. 75433 Orange Blossom Lane 760-836-3336 Aging Mastery Program A ten-session course held The Center offers high quality day over 2 ½ weeks that care for children ages 2 – 5 with state encourages developing preschool and other financial aid options. JOSLYN CENTER behaviors that will lead to improved health, Enrolling now for fall preschool. 73750 Catalina Way stronger financial security, Information: ymcaofthedesert.org/jean- 760-340-3220 and overall wellbeing. benson-child-development-center/ joslyncenter.org Grief Recovery Method Program Because of the unpredictable nature of the THE GARDENS ON EL PASEO New Grief Recovery COVID-19 pandemic, safety protocols may be in Method® Outreach place. Please call or visit joslyncenter.org for the Program session forming latest information including hours of operation. for September. The program not only makes Programs and Activities it possible to move on On-Site Programs in your life, but provides Your favorite activities are back. Exercise classes, partnerships and guidance social bingo and bridge, Latin dance, quilting, to ensure that it happens. table tennis, pickleball, meditation, personal protection, and the Wednesday movie matinee Information: For all Wellness Center programs, are now being held in person at the center. contact Veronica at 760-340-3220, ext. 117 or 73545 El Paseo [email protected] for more information 760-862-1990 Virtual Programs thegardensonelpaseo.com or to register for the next online session.

Gardens to the Rescue Nutrition Programs Sunday, October 3, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. Enjoy music, vendors, and find adoptable pets, presented by the Bianca Rae Foundation Gather at the Gardens Fall Festival Saturday, October 30, 2:00 – 6:00 p.m. Virtual programs continue. Private Spanish Enjoy fall treats, trick or lessons are now available. The Joslyn Center treating, games, costume also has live lectures and interactive programs contest, and music from including tech classes to help you get comfortable Lisa Lynn & The Broken online. For fun, sign up for their virtual book Hallelujahs benefitting Family club or Zoom chat with them every Thursday. YMCA of the Desert. Call Melanie at 760-340-3220, ext. 102 for a complete schedule and to sign up for a program. Meals on Wheels Sunset Sessions Information: 760-340-3220, ext. 110 Featuring live music on the center Joslyn Wellness Center Joslyn Center continues its Meals on Wheels lawn from Derek Jordan Gregg. Problem Solving Strategies program delivering nutritious meals to Fridays in October, If you are experiencing seniors in Palm Desert, Sun City Palm Desert, 3:00 – 6:00 p.m. stress or worry over changes Rancho Mirage, and Indian Wells who are in your life or isolation, unable to shop or cook for themselves. HISTORICAL SOCIETY the Joslyn Center’s trained OF PALM DESERT & Penny’s Pantry Community Food Bank FIREHOUSE MUSEUM counselors can help you find practical solutions. First and third Fridays, 72861 El Paseo Learn how to improve your 7:30 – 9:30 a.m. 760-346-6588 problem-solving skills and Providing non- hspd.org move forward efficiently perishable food and Friday – Monday, with a sense of well-being fresh produce to low 11:00 a.m. – 3 p.m. and confidence. This free income seniors. program is personalized and can be developed The Historical Society for individuals, couples, and/or families. Firehouse Museum reopens for the season with new exhibits on Friday, October 8.

PALM DESERT PUBLIC LIBRARY THE LIVING DESERT 73300 Fred Waring Drive 47900 Portola Avenue 760-346-6552 760-346-5694 rivlib.net livingdesert.org Open Monday – Thursday, 10 a.m. – 8 p.m. Summer hours through September 30: Friday – Saturday, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Daily 7 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. Sunday, 1 – 5 p.m. (Last admission at 1 p.m.) Closed Labor Day, September 6 and Seasonal Hours beginning October 1: MCCALLUM THEATRE Columbus Day, October 11 Daily 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. 73000 Fred Waring Drive Veterans Resource Center (Last admission 4 p.m.) 760-340-ARTS (2787) Information and referrals for anyone Hiking Trails reopen October 1 mccallumtheatre.com who has served in the military. Giraffe Feeding Information: 760-346-6552 Tickets for the upcoming 2021-2022 Daily 8 a.m. – 12 Noon through September 30 McCallum Theatre season are on sale 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. beginning October 1 SANTA ROSA & SAN JACINTO MTNS online or by phone at 760-340-2787. $8 per person; $6 members NAT’L MONUMENT VISITOR CENTER Private Safari Tours PALM DESERT AQUATIC CENTER Two-hour guided tours with private shuttle. Advanced reservations required; visit website for pricing and details. Proceeds benefit The Living Desert’s mission of conservation through 51500 Highway 74 preservation, education, and appreciation. 760-862-9984 Australian Adventures DesertMountains.org Check desertmountains.org/calendar Free with paid admission. 73751 Magnesia Falls Drive for events and updates. Experience the world down 760-565-7467 under at this immersive pdpool.com FAYE SARKOWSKY SCULPTURE GARDEN habitat where wallabies Check website for 72567 Highway 111 roam freely and budgies hours of operation psmuseum.org/visit/palm-desert/ fly above. Discover Take a walk and other native Australian Register now for Fall Youth Group Swim Lessons, explore the 14 outdoor species including emu, as well as private and semi-private swim lessons. sculptures and 60 kookaburras, tawny frog desert plants found in mouth, bettong, echidna, PALM DESERT AREA the sculpture garden, and blue-tongued skink. CHAMBER OF COMMERCE open daily from 72559 Highway 111 Volunteer Orientation sunrise to sunset. 760-346-6111 Wednesday, September 1, 9:00 a.m. pdacc.org Wednesday, October 6, 9:00 a.m. UNIVERSITY OF Learn more at LivingDesert.org/Volunteer CALIFORNIA The Palm Desert RIVERSIDE Howl-O-Ween Area Chamber PALM DESERT CAMPUS Saturday, October 30 and Sunday, October 31 of Commerce 75080 Frank Sinatra Drive Free for members or with paid park admission; will host the 760-834-0800 advanced reservations required. State of the City palmdesert.ucr.edu The Living Desert’s wildly famous luncheon event Howl-O-Ween adventure returns. Guests on Wednesday, September 8, from 11:30 a.m. are encouraged to dress up, pick up a – 1:00 p.m. at the J.W. Marriott Desert Springs WESTFIELD PALM DESERT special treat goodie bag upon entering, and Resort. The event will feature an informational 72840 Highway 111 experience the special activities planned. update from the City plus the Chamber’s Business 760-346-2121 Awards ceremony, and a chance to welcome westfield.com/palmdesert the Chamber’s incoming Board of Directors. Call or visit the Chamber website for reservations. CITY OFFERS FREE E-WASTE DISPOSAL The City will hold a free electronic Free Fall Concerts waste collection event on Saturday, September 18, from 7 – 11 a.m. in the RETURN TO CIVIC CENTER PARK parking lot at Palm Desert Civic Center, 73510 Fred Waring Drive. Collected electronic waste will be donated to Desert ARC Recycling. Donation receipts will be available upon request during the event. Acceptable items are almost anything with a plug or circuit board including: n Computers & Accessories n Stereo Equipment & Radios n Printers & Copiers n Microwave ovens Since 1994, Palm Desert’s Concerts in the up for the City’s event newsletter by visiting n Televisions n Toasters Park have been a gathering spot for residents DiscoverPalmDesert.com. n Cameras and visitors alike. The popular concert series The Fall Concerts kick-off also means the is set to resume on Thursday, October 7 for a n Irons return of food trucks to Civic Center Park. series of free shows at Civic Park Amphitheater. n Phones Concertgoers are encouraged to sample the Concerts will be held every Thursday evening n Vacuum Cleaners in October from 6 to 7:30 p.m., unless public trucks’ mouthwatering mobile culinary creations, n Small Appliances health guidelines at that time prevent large or may bring picnic baskets along with their n Video Game Systems gatherings. The shows are timed to make the blankets or lawn chairs to enjoy the shows. Large appliances such as refrigerators, most of the outdoor surroundings. Concertgoers Alcoholic beverages and smoking are prohibited. dryers, and stoves will not be accepted at this event. can enjoy the sun setting behind the mountains The City extends its thanks to the Desert as the lights come up on the stage and the stars Businesses with more than 20 items Recreation District for its support of this year’s for disposal must call Desert ARC at come out. Fall Concert Series. 760-404-1370 to schedule an appoint- This year’s concerts will feature a variety of Palm Desert Civic Center Park is located ment. For more information, please call talented acts designed to please music lovers of 760-837-1664. all ages and tastes. For more information on the on the northeast corner of San Pablo Avenue upcoming concerts and bands, please follow and Fred Waring Drive. For more information, the City of Palm Desert on social media or sign call 760-568-1441. CITY SEEKS AIRPORT COMMISSION REPRESENTATIVE The City of Palm Desert is seeking applications from City residents with an interest in serving on the Palm Springs Airport Commission. The Commission works with the airport’s executive staff on matters related to acquisition, development, lease arrangements, operation plans, finance, and budget. This is a 19-member committee, with Top Tips on Navigating New Traffic Roundabouts ten of the members coming from the City of Palm Springs, and the balance Traffic roundabouts improve traffic flow, n If there is traffic present, you must yield to representing each of the other valley are better for the environment, and are a safer vehicles already in the roundabout. Once you cities plus Riverside County. The term alternative to traffic signals and stop signs. see a sufficient gap in traffic, enter the circle. is three years. A newly appointed Palm Despite these benefits, it’s not unusual to hear n Maintain a slow and steady speed, and do Desert commissioner will fill a currently drivers voice concerns when new roundabouts not follow other vehicles too closely. vacant seat which is set to expire on are constructed on local streets. n Once you’re in the roundabout, you have June 30, 2024. Once drivers become familiar with the new the right of way over other vehicles. Do not Meetings are held on the third traffic patterns, approval ratings tend to go stop or slow to let other drivers in. Wednesday of the month at 5:30 p.m. up. With new roundabouts in place on San n Proceed to your exit. Watch for and yield at the Palm Springs Airport terminal Pablo Avenue and throughout neighborhoods to pedestrians, and signal your intentions building. In addition to attending the in Palm Desert’s north sector, listed are a few by using your right turn signal before and monthly meetings, the Palm Desert safety tips to help drivers navigate them safely. during your exit. commissioner will be asked to make n Completely clear the intersection and pull periodic informational reports on airport n Slow down as you approach the roundabout operations to the Palm Desert City and watch for pedestrians in the crosswalk. off to the side past the roundabout when necessary to make way for emergency Council during its regular meetings. n Signal your intentions if you are planning vehicles. Applications will be accepted until to turn right or left, just as you would at a the vacancy is filled. The application can traditional intersection. For more information and driving tips, visit be found directly at arcg.is/191f450 or n Continue toward the roundabout and look the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) via the link found on the City’s website to your left for any oncoming traffic. website: www.iihs.org/topics/roundabouts. at cityofpalmdesert.org/our-city/ committees-and-commissions. LICENSES/PERMITS/ TIMESHARE FEES MITIGATION FEE ANNUAL BUDGET INVESTS IN $3,359,173 $1,467,905 PALM DESERT’S ECONOMIC RECOVERY TRANSFERS IN INTEREST AND $2,932,500 OTHER REVENUE The City of Palm Desert’s approved The approved General Fund $2,284,165 FRANCHISES 2021/2022 budget addresses economic operating expenditure budget represents $3,000,000 challenges resulting from the public an approximate increase of 6.3% ($3.7 SALES TAX million) over last fiscal year. The projected $19,879,000 health crisis while striving to maintain the STATE PAYMENTS high levels of service and public amenities expenditures include increases in the $4,646,960 for which our community is known. cost of public safety, personnel services TRANSIENT The well-being and safety of Palm and benefits, Aquatic Center operations, PROPERTY TAX OCCUPANCY TAX $7,598,723 $10,337,678 Desert’s residents, visitors, and businesses and City contracts due to an increase in were the City Council’s highest priorities in the statewide minimum wage. Fiscal Year 2021-2022 the budget process. No drastic cuts to the The safety of Palm Desert’s residents, $55,506,104 budget or services were made, and instead businesses, and visitors continues to be capital investment objectives based on a top priority. This year, the public safety the City’s 20-year strategic plan were set budget is approximately $36.7 million, PERS ANNUAL PAYMENT PROFESSIONAL SERVICES forth to support Palm Desert’s economic and is paid from both the General Fund $3,599,540 $3,668,790 recovery. The Council authorized the use and the Fire Tax Fund. The portion being SEPTEMBER/OCTOBER of financial reserves, established over many paid from the General Fund amounts to BENEFITS OTHER OPERATIONAL 2021 $4,771,719 EXPENSES years, to balance the budget. about 39% of the total overall budget. $4,026,804 The City’s daily operations are paid for The City continues to partner with TRANSFER TO from the General Fund. The total projected OpenGov to enhance transparency and OTHER FUNDS REPAIRS/MAINT/ $2,710,385 UTILITIES General Fund revenues of $55,506,104 and understanding of its budget and finances. $5,234,748 estimated expenditures of $62,504,545 will OpenGov’s online interactive charts and TRANSFER TO result in an estimated shortfall of $6,998,441. graphs illustrate where revenues come AQUATIC CENTER COMMUNITY OPERATIONS EVENTS/SERVICES Estimated General Fund revenues from and where the money is spent, $1,400,050 $1,454,250 represent a nearly 14% increase ($6.9 offering residents and other stakeholders million) from the previous fiscal year’s an intuitive, easy-to-use window into how TRANSFER FOR POLICE SERVICES FIRE SERVICES $20,000,359 revenue estimates. The increase is based their government works. $4,000,000 on estimates from a rise in business activity To access Palm Desert’s budget and General Fund Expenditures after the State’s re-opening, an uptick in other financial information online, please visit SALARIES Fiscal Year 2021-2022 $11,637,900 retail sales, and recent local travel activity. www.cityofpalmdesert.org/budget. $62,504,545

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