Palm Desert City Council - Study Session - February 12, 2026
1. CALL TO ORDER - STUDY SESSION
2. STUDY SESSION TOPICS
2.a
SUNLINE TRANSIT AGENCY COMPREHENSIVE OPERATIONAL ANALYSIS
1. SunLine’s Comprehensive Operational Analysis.pdf
2. Supplemental Material - SunLine Rides Reimagined City Presentations City of Palm Desert.pdf RECOMMENDATION:
Receive and file a presentation from SunLine Transit Agency on the Comprehensive Operational Analysis.
2.b
PROVIDE DIRECTION ON FUTURE USES OF THE SHERIFF SUBSTATION
1. Sheriff Substation Economic Analysis and Reuse Options.pdf
2. 02b Sheriff Sub_02.12.26.pdf
RECOMMENDATION:
Provide direction on future uses of the Sheriff Substation, a City-owned facility located at 73-520 Fred Waring Drive (APN 622-250-018).
2.c
DISCUSSION AND DIRECTION REGARDING POTENTIAL UPDATES TO TOBACCO RETAILER LICENSING AND SMOKING REGULATIONS, INCLUDING COMPLIANCE WITH CALIFORNIA FLAVORED TOBACCO LAWS AND REGULATION OF KRATOM
1. Kratom Ordinance .pdf
2. 01 DEA Kratom Drug Fact Sheet.pdf
3. 02 Powerpoint.pdf
4. 03 Draft- Kratom Public FAQ.pdf
5. 04 Draft- Kratom Retailer Notice.pdf
6. Supplemental Material - 2c Public Comments.pdf
RECOMMENDATION:
Receive a presentation and provide direction regarding potential regulatory updates related to tobacco retailer licensing and smoking regulations, including options to regulate kratom sales and possession, prohibit synthetic kratom products, restrict sales to persons 21 years of age and older, and align local enforcement with state law and regional standards.
2.d
POTENTIAL INDOOR SPORTS COMPLEX PARTNERSHIP
1. Indoor Sports Facility.pdf
2. Attachment 1. Greater_Palm_Springs_Feasibility_Study_Summary_5_21_25.pdf
3. Attachment 2. Report_FINAL_Greater_Palm_Springs_CA_Am_Sports_4.17.2024.pdf
4. Supplemental Material - Sports Facility 2.12.26 Study Session.pdf RECOMMENDATION:
Receive a presentation on a potential indoor sports complex concept and provide feedback and direction on proposed next steps for further evaluation.
3. ADJOURNMENT
4. PUBLIC NOTICES
NOTE: Pursuant to Senate Bill 707, this meeting may be conducted by teleconference. Study Session is accessible in person or on the City’s website: www.palmdesert.gov under the Council Agenda link at the top of the page.
Agenda Related Materials: Pursuant to Government Code §54957.5(b)(2) the designated office for inspection of records in connection with this meeting is the Office of the City Clerk, Palm Desert Civic Center, 73-510 Fred Waring Drive, Palm Desert. Staff reports for all agenda items considered in open session, and documents provided to a majority of the legislative bodies are available for public inspection at City Hall and on the City’s website at www.palmdesert.gov by clicking “Meeting Agendas” at the top of the page.
Americans with Disabilities Act: It is the intention of the City of Palm Desert to comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) in all respects. If, as an attendee or a participant at this meeting, or in meetings on a regular basis, you will need special assistance beyond what is normally provided, the City will attempt to accommodate you in every reasonable manner. Please contact the Office of the City Clerk, (760) 346-0611, at least 48 hours prior to the meeting to inform us of your needs and to determine if accommodation is feasible.
AFFIDAVIT OF POSTING
I, Michelle Nance, Assistant City Clerk of the City of Palm Desert, do hereby certify, under penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of California, that the foregoing agenda for the Palm Desert City Council, Successor Agency for the Palm Desert Redevelopment Agency, and Housing Authority, was posted on the City Hall bulletin board and City website www.palmdesert.gov no less than 72 hours prior to the meeting. /S/ Michelle Nance
Assistant City Clerk