Palm Desert City Council - Regular Meeting - May 14, 2026
1. CALL TO ORDER - REGULAR SESSION - 4:00 P.M.
2. ROLL CALL
3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Councilmember Moreno
4. INSPIRATION
Mayor Trubee
5. AWARDS, PRESENTATIONS, AND APPOINTMENTS
5.a
Award: Civic Academy Participant Recognition
1. 2026 Civic Academy May.pdf
5.b
Award: Recognition of Service by Former Board and Committee Members
5.c
Proclamation: Public Works Week
1. Public Works Week.pdf
5.d
Proclamation: Founder's Day
1. 5. 14.26 Clifford Henderson.pdf
6. CITY MANAGER COMMENTS
6.a
CalFire/Riverside County Fire Department Chief Robert Fish Introduction
6.b
Digital Accessibility Update
1. Digital ADA Presentation.pdf
7. MAYOR/COUNCILMEMBER REPORTS AND REQUESTS FOR ACTION
8. NONAGENDA PUBLIC COMMENTS
This time has been set aside for the public to address the City Council on issues that are not on the agenda for up to three minutes. Speakers may utilize one of the three options listed on the first page of the agenda. Because the Brown Act does not allow the City Council to act on items not listed on the agenda, members may briefly respond or refer the matter to staff for a report and recommendation at a future meeting.
9. CONSENT CALENDAR
All matters listed on the Consent Calendar are considered routine and may be approved by one motion. The public may comment on any items on the Consent Agenda within the three-minute time limit. Individual items may be removed by the City Council for a separate discussion.
RECOMMENDATION:
To approve the consent calendar as presented.
9.a
Approval of City Council, Successor Agency, and Housing Authority Minutes
1. Post-Meeting Minutes - StudySession_Apr23_2026 - English.pdf
2. Post-Meeting Minutes - Palm Desert City Council - Regular Meeting_Apr23_2026 - English.pdf RECOMMENDATION:
Approve the Minutes of April 23, 2026.
9.b
Approval of Warrant Registers
1. 2026-02-23_Check_Register_by_Bank_ID_and_Date_W1.pdf
2. 2026-04-16_Check_Register_by_Bank_ID_and_Date_W1.pdf
3. 2026-04-23_Check_Register_by_Bank_ID_and_Date_W1.pdf
4. 2026-04-30_Check_Register_by_Bank_ID_and_Date_W1.pdf RECOMMENDATION:
Approve the warrant registers issued for the period 2/23/2026 to 4/30/2026.
9.c
Adoption of Ordinance No. 1446 Repealing Chapter 2.66 (Environmental Resources Committee) and Chapter 2.70 (Homelessness Task Force) of Title 2 of the Palm Desert Municipal Code
1. Ordinance 1446 - Second Reading.pdf
2. 14b Ordinance 1446 - HTF and ERC.pdf
RECOMMENDATION:
Adopt Ordinance No. 1446 entitled, “AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM DESERT, CALIFORNIA, REPEALING CHAPTER 2.66 (ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES COMMITTEE) AND CHAPTER 2.70 (HOMELESSNESS TASK FORCE) OF TITLE 2 OF THE PALM DESERT MUNICIPAL CODE.”
9.d
Adoption of Ordinance No. 1447 Amending Chapter 2.58 of the Palm Desert Municipal Code Relating to the Responsibilities and Meeting Frequency of the Parks and Recreation Committee
1. Ordinance 1447 - Second Reading.pdf
2. 14b Ordinance 1447 - Parks and Recreation.pdf
RECOMMENDATION:
Adopt Ordinance No. 1447 entitled “AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM DESERT, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING CHAPTER 2.58 OF THE PALM DESERT MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO THE RESPONSIBILITIES AND MEETING FREQUENCY OF THE PARKS AND RECREATION COMMITTEE.”
9.e
Adoption of Ordinance No. 1448 Amending Section 2.36.270 of the Palm Desert Municipal Code Regarding Public Conduct, Recording, and Disruption During City Council Meetings
1. Ordinance 1448 - Second Reading.pdf
2. 14c Ordinance 1448.pdf
RECOMMENDATION:
Adopt Ordinance No. 1448 entitled “AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM DESERT, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING SECTION 2.36.270 OF THE PALM DESERT MUNICIPAL CODE REGARDING PUBLIC CONDUCT, RECORDING, AND DISRUPTION DURING CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS.”
9.f
Adoption of Ordinance No. 1449 Adopting Hillside Residential Design Standards, Amending Palm Desert Municipal Code Title 25 and Making a Finding of Exemption Under the California Environmental Quality Act.
1. Ordinance 1449 - Second Reading.pdf
2. Ordinance 1449 .pdf
RECOMMENDATION:
Adopt Ordinance No. 1449 entitled, “AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM DESERT, CALIFORNIA ADOPTING HILLSIDE RESIDENTIAL DESIGN STANDARDS, AMENDING PALM DESERT MUNICIPAL CODE TITLE 25 AND MAKING A FINDING OF THE EXEMPTION UNDER THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT.”
9.g
Ratification of Letter Opposing California Air Resources Board Proposed Amendments to the Advanced Clean Fleet Regulation
1. Ratification of Letter of Opposition (CARB).pdf
2. Letter of Opposition.pdf
3. Cal Cities Letter of Opposition.pdf
4. CARB Notice of Public Availability of Modified Text.pdf RECOMMENDATION:
Ratify the issuance of the letter opposing the California Air Resources Board proposed amendments to the Advanced Clean Fleets regulation.
9.h
Ratification of Letter Supporting Assembly Bill 2296 (Papan) Planning and Zoning: Housing Element – Regional Housing Needs Allocation
1. Ratification of a Letter of Support (Housing Element).pdf
2. 01 Letter of Support (Housing Element).pdf
3. 02 Bill Text Assembly Bill 2296 (Papan).pdf
RECOMMENDATION:
Ratify the issuance of the letter supporting Assembly Bill 2296 (Papan) related to housing element planning and Regional Housing Needs Allocation requirements.
9.i
Ratification of Letter Supporting Assembly Bill 2517 (Calderon) Fire Hazard Severity Zones
1. Ratification of a Letter of Support (Fire Hazard Severity Zones).pdf
2. 01 Letter of Support (Fire Hazard Severity Zones).pdf
3. 02 Bill Text Assembly Bill 2517 (Calderon).pdf
RECOMMENDATION:
Ratify the issuance of a letter supporting Assembly Bill 2517 (Calderon) related to Fire Hazard Severity Zone designations.
9.j
Adoption of Interview and Appointment Policy for the City’s Boards, Commissions, Committees, Task Forces, and Regional or External Bodies
1. SR Board and Commission Appointment Policy.pdf
2. 01 Draft Resolution.pdf
3. 02 Exhibit A - BCC Interviews and Appointment.pdf
4. 03 Sample Evaluation and Tabulation Sheets.pdf
RECOMMENDATION:
Adopt Resolution 2026-016 entitled “A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Palm Desert, California, Adopting a Policy for the Interview and Appointment Process for the City’s Boards, Commissions, Committees, Task Forces, and Regional or External Bodies.”
9.k
Approve Change Order to Contract C50470 with Tri-Star Contracting II, Inc., for the Mountain View Retention Basin Project (Project No. CDR00007)
1. Approve Change Order with Tri-Star Contracting II, Inc. for the Mountain View Retention Basin Project.pdf
2. 01 Vicinity Map(2).pdf
3. 02 Repair Area Map.pdf
4. 03 Exhibit 1 - Trench Collapse.pdf
5. 04 C50470 Tri-Star Contracting II.pdf
6. 05 Award Contract Staff Report February 12, 2026 (without attachments).pdf RECOMMENDATION:
Authorize the City Manager to negotiate and execute a Change Order to Contract C50470 with Tri-Star Contracting II, Inc., for additional services in an amount not to exceed $500,000, and a 45-day extension to complete the contract.
Authorize maintaining contingency in the amount of $200,000 for unforeseen expenses related to construction.
Authorize the Director of Finance to appropriate funds in the amount of $500,000 from unobligated General Fund Reserves and Transfer funds from Account No. 1104199-4501000 to Transfers In and Capital Projects Disaster/Emergency Account No. 4004159-4219100.
Authorize the City Attorney to make any necessary non-monetary changes to the change order.
9.l
Release the Monumentation Bond for Final Parcel Map 38120 Located at the terminus of Brentwood Way and Taylor Avenue
1. Final Parcel Map 38120 Monumentation Bond Release.pdf
2. 01 Vicinity Map.pdf
3. 02 Receipt for Monumentation Deposit.pdf
4. 03 Bond Release Form PM 38120.pdf
RECOMMENDATION:
Release the monumentation cash bond of $2,000 for Final Parcel Map 38120.
9.m
Release Faithful Performance Bond, Payment Bond, and Accept the Maintenance Bond for Crossings at Palm Desert located on the Southeast Corner of Dick Kelly Drive and Gateway Drive
1. Release Bonds for Crossings at Palm Desert.pdf
2. 01 Vicinity Map(3).pdf
3. 02 Faithful Performance Bond and Payment Bond.pdf
4. 03 Maintenance Bond.pdf
5. 04 Bond Release Form.pdf
RECOMMENDATION:
Accept Public Improvement along Dick Kelly Drive and Gateway Drive related to Resolution No. 2814 Release the following Public Improvement bonds:
Faithful Performance Bond in the amount of $93,812.00
Payment Bond in the amount of $46,906.00
Accept the Maintenance Bond in the amount of $9,381.20
9.n
Final Tract Map No. 38640 Bond Acceptance, located at 73815 Shadow Mountain Drive, West of Portola Avenue
1. Final Tract Map 38640 Bond Replacement.pdf
2. 01 Vicinity Map(1).pdf
3. 02 Cash Deposit Receipt.pdf
4. 03 Final Tract Map 38640.pdf
RECOMMENDATION:
Approve Final Tract Map No. 38640
Accept the following cash bonds for Final Tract Map No. 38640:
Faithful Performance Bond in the amount of $14,895.00
Payment Bond in the amount of $7,447.50
Grading Bond in the amount of $1,297.50
Monumentation Bond in the amount of $3,000.00
9.o
Deaccession and Return of the Temporary Mural Off the Wonderland Trail by Jacqueline R. Scibona
1. Deaccession and return of the temporary mural Off the Wonderland Trail by Jacqueline R. Scibona.pdf
2. 01 Cultural Arts Committee Staff Report (October 11, 2018).pdf
3. 02 Deaccessioning Worksheet.pdf
4. 03 Public Art Deaccession Policy.pdf
RECOMMENDATION:
Approve the deaccession of the temporary mural entitled Off the Wonderland Trail
by Jacqueline R. Scibona, previously installed on the south walls of the amphitheater in Civic Center Park.
Find the Activity Categorically Exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act under State CEQA Guidelines sections 15301 and 15061(b)(3).
Authorize staff to return the artwork to the Artist.
9.p
Utility Cabinet Art Implementation Strategy
1. Utility Cabinet Art Implementation Strategy.pdf
2. January 14, 2026 Cultural Arts Committee Staff Report.pdf RECOMMENDATION:
Authorize the Utility Cabinet Art Implementation Strategy.
Authorize the City Manager to implement the plan and execute all documents necessary to effectuate this action within the approved budget.
9.q
Approve Resolutions Initiating Proceedings and Declaring the City’s Intention to Annex Tract 31377 (Corte Placitas) into Consolidated Palm Desert Landscaping and Lighting District No. 1, Zone #6 (Hovley Lane), and to Levy Annual Assessments Beginning Fisc
1. Approve the Start of Proceedings to Levy and Collect - Corte Placitas (LLD).pdf
2. 01 Resolution - Initiate Proceedings.pdf
3. 02 Resolution - Declare Intention and Order Ballot Proceedings.pdf
4. 03 Engineer's Report.pdf
RECOMMENDATION:
Adopt Resolution 2026-017 entitled “A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Palm Desert, California, initiating proceedings for the annexation of territory (Tract 31377 – Corte Placitas) to the Consolidated Palm Desert Lighting and Landscape District No. 1 (Zone #6 – Hovley Lane) and the levy and assessment related thereto commencing with Fiscal Year 2026/2027, pursuant to the provisions of Part 2 of Division 15 of the California Streets and Highways Code.” Adopt Resolution 2026-018 entitled “A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Palm Desert, California, declaring the City’s intention to annex territory (Tract 31377 – Corte Placitas) to the Consolidated Palm Desert Landscaping and Lighting District (Zone #6 – Hovley Lane), and to levy and collect annual assessments related thereto commencing Fiscal Year 2026/2027, pursuant to the provisions of the Part 2 of Division 15 of the California Streets and Highways Code; and calling for a property owner protest ballot proceedings, to submit to the qualified property owners the question of levying such assessments for said annexation territory pursuant to the provisions of the California Constitution, Article XIII D.” Authorize a City loan of $20,000 to fund initial landscape improvements, to be recovered through annual assessments over a ten-year period.
Set a public hearing for July 9, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. in the Palm Desert Council Chamber.
9.r
Approve Resolutions to Begin the Annual Assessment Levy Process for City of Palm Desert Benefit Assessment District No. 1 for Fiscal Year 2026/2027
1. Annual assessment levy process for City of Palm Desert BAD No. 1.pdf
2. 01 Resolution-Initiate Proceedings.pdf
3. 02 Resolution-Intent to Levy and Set a Public Hearing.pdf
4. Supplemental Material Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Engineer's Report.pdf RECOMMENDATION:
Adopt Resolution 2026-019 entitled “A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Palm Desert, California, Initiating Proceedings for the Levy and Collection of Assessments for City of Palm Desert Benefit Assessment District No. 1 for Fiscal Year 2026/2027.” Adopt Resolution 2026-020 entitled “A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Palm Desert, California, Declaring Its Intention to Levy the Annual Assessment for City of Palm Desert Benefit Assessment District No. 1 for Fiscal Year 2026/2027, Pursuant to the Benefit Assessment Act of 1982, and Appointing a Time and Place for the Public Hearing on These Matters,” and set a Public Hearing for July 9, 2026, at 4:00 p.m., at Palm Desert Council Chamber.
9.s
Approve Resolutions to Initiate Annual Assessment Proceedings and Preliminarily Approve the Engineer’s Report for Consolidated Palm Desert Landscaping and Lighting Maintenance District No. 1 for Fiscal Year 2026/2027
1. Approve the Start of Proceedings to Levy and Collect LLDs .pdf
2. 01 Resolution-Intent to Initiate Proceedings.pdf
3. 02 Resolution-Intent to Levy, Collect Annual Assessments, and Set a Public Hearing.pdf
4. 03 Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Engineer's Report(1).pdf
5. 04 Vicinity Map.pdf
RECOMMENDATION:
Adopt Resolution 2026-021 entitled “A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Palm Desert, California, Declaring Its Intention to Initiate Proceedings for the Levy and Collection of Annual Assessments for Consolidated Palm Desert Landscaping and Lighting Maintenance District No. 1 for Fiscal Year 2026/2027.” Adopt Resolution 2026-022 entitled “A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Palm Desert, California, Declaring Its Intention to Levy and Collect the Annual Assessments for Consolidated Palm Desert Landscaping and Lighting Maintenance District No. 1 for Fiscal Year 2026/2027 and Granting Preliminary Approval of the Engineer’s Report,” and set a public hearing for July 9, 2026, at 4:00 p.m., at Palm Desert Council Chamber.
9.t
Approve Resolutions to Initiate Renewal Proceedings for President’s Plaza III Property and Business Improvement District, and Declare an Intention to Renew the President’s Plaza III Property and Business Improvement District
1. Approve the Start of Proceedings to Renew PBID III.pdf
2. 01 Resolution-Initiate Proceedings(1).pdf
3. 02 Resolution-Intent to Renew.pdf
4. 03 Fiscal Year 2026-2027 President's Plaza III Engineer's Report.pdf RECOMMENDATION:
Adopt a resolution entitled “A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Palm Desert, California, Initiating Proceedings for the Renewal of the President’s Plaza III Property and Business Improvement District and the Levy and Collection of Assessments Therein, Pursuant to the Provisions of Part 7 of Division 18 of the California Streets and Highways Code, for Fiscal Year 2026/2027.” Adopt a resolution entitled “A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Palm Desert, California, Declaring the City’s Intention to Renew the President’s Plaza III Property and Business Improvement District and to Levy and Collect Assessments Therein, and to Call for an Assessment Ballot Proceeding to Submit, to Qualified Property Owners within such District, the Question of Levying Assessments for such District, Commencing Fiscal Year 2026/2027,” and set a Public Hearing for July 9, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. at the Palm Desert Council Chamber.
10. ACTION CALENDAR
The public may comment on individual Action Items within the three-minute time limit. Speakers may utilize one of the three options listed on the first page of the agenda.
10.a
Artist Selection for San Pablo Phase 2 Roundabout and Consideration of Second Installation at East Dinah Shore Drive Roundabout
1. Selection of Artist for San Pablo Phase 2 Roundabout and Consideration of Second Installation.pdf
2. 01 Gordon Huether - Proposal Final.pdf
3. 02 DeWitt Godfrey - Proposal Final.pdf
4. 03 Artwork Agreement.pdf
5. 04 Optional second roundabout location Final.pdf
6. 05 Location San Pablo Phase II Roundabout.pdf
7. Supplemental Material Presentation 5-14-2026.pdf
RECOMMENDATION:
Select an Artist proposal for the San Pablo Phase 2 Roundabout located on San Pablo Avenue at the east entrance to College of the Desert.
Award an Artist Agreement in the amount of $200,000 for design, fabrication, and delivery.
Authorize the City Attorney to make non-monetary changes.
Authorize the City Manager to execute the agreement and related documents.
Find the actions categorically exempt from CEQA.
Optional:
Provide staff direction regarding the placement of the second sculpture at the east Dinah Shore Drive Roundabout (Entrance of Dave Erwin Park).
10.b
Introduction of an Ordinance Amending the Palm Desert Municipal Code relating to City Council Agendas and Request for Action
1. SR Request for Action Ordinance.pdf
2. 01 Current PDMC 2.36.060.pdf
3. 02 Draft Ordinance.pdf
4. 03 Request for Action Form.pdf
RECOMMENDATION:
Introduce an ordinance entitled “An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Palm Desert, California, Amending Section 2.36.060 of the Palm Desert Municipal Code relating to City Council Agendas and Requests For Action.”
11. PUBLIC HEARINGS
The public may comment on individual public hearing items within the three-minute time limit. The applicant or appellant will be provided up to ten minutes to make their presentation. If other speakers provide comments, the applicant or appellant will be given an opportunity to offer rebuttal comments for up to three additional minutes. Speakers may utilize one of the three options listed on the first page of this agenda.
None.
12. ADJOURNMENT
13. PUBLIC NOTICES
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 “
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” 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