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City of Coachella offers pre-approved ADU and JADU floorplans

City of Coachella Councilmember Neftali Galarza has announced that the city council has approved a new initiative aimed at improving housing affordability. In an effort to save home builders both money and time, and to promote home development in Coachella, the city is offering five pre-approved accessory dwelling unit (ADU) plans along with one junior ADU (JADU) plan.


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Riverside County hosts panel discussion to help save homeless cats

The Riverside County Department of Animal Services (RCDAS) convened a panel discussion yesterday to address the escalating issue of homeless cat overpopulation. The event was graced by three nationally recognized experts in community and shelter cat and kitten management.


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City of Desert Hot Springs launches new development projects web page

The City of Desert Hot Springs has recently introduced a new Desert Hot Springs Community Development web page. The purpose of this initiative is to keep residents informed and updated about the city’s large-scale development projects. As of now, the site provides comprehensive information on nearly two dozen projects that are at various stages of development.


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City of La Quinta FY 2022-23 revenues beat expectations, but the city remains prudent

The City of La Quinta concluded the fiscal year 2022-23 with a higher revenue than initially projected. The city's earnings exceeded the council's expectations by an additional $5.6 million when it approved the budget in June 2022.


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City of Palm Desert is accepting applications for Outside Agency Program grants

The City of Palm Desert has declared its readiness to accept applications for grants through its Outside Agency Program. This program offers funding opportunities to nonprofits, schools, and other community-based organizations.


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City of Cathedral City partners with FIND Food Bank to comply with SB 1383

The city council of Cathedral City has approved a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with FIND Food Bank, committing to an annual allocation of $57,325 for three years. This agreement aims to ensure that the city and its food-generating businesses adhere to SB 1383 regulations. Over 30 establishments within the city are required to comply this year.


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Assemblymember Eduardo Garcia: 'We will be thoroughly reviewing the Governor’s budget proposal in the Legislature'

Assemblymember Eduardo Garcia (D-Coachella) has issued a statement in response to Governor Gavin Newsom's initial 2024 California Budget proposal, which was released on Wednesday.


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Desert Hot Springs' roads damaged by Hilary to be repaired this winter and spring

The City of Desert Hot Springs has disclosed plans to repair three major roads that were significantly damaged by Tropical Storm Hilary. The city estimates that the restoration of Little Morongo Road, Indian Canyon Drive, and Dillon Road will be completed within the next four months.


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City of Indio is accepting applications for its Community Grants program

The City of Indio has announced that it is now accepting applications for its Community Grants & Sponsorship program. The program offers grants of up to $5,000 to local government and non-profit organizations.


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Desert Hot Springs Mayor Scott Matas to run for reelection in 2024

Desert Hot Springs Mayor Scott Matas has declared his intention to run for reelection in November 2024. His campaign is set to kick off with an event scheduled for the end of January.


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Construction to begin on SunLine Transit Agency hub in Coachella

The City of Coachella has announced the commencement of construction for a new transit hub under the SunLine Transit Agency. The project, which is part of a larger initiative that includes a 105-unit apartment complex, is estimated to cost $14.8 million and is set to begin this week.


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Indio opens interim library location as construction begins on new library

The City of Indio has declared the opening of the interim location for the Indio Library at 45130 Oasis Street. The branch, which is part of the Riverside County system, will operate under new hours.


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Coachella Valley law enforcement paying close attention to DUI drivers this holiday season

In a recent law enforcement operation, two drivers under the influence were removed from the roads of La Quinta on Friday. The operation was carried out by the Riverside County Sheriff’s Office Thermal station and La Quinta Traffic team.


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Riverside County is turning Christmas trees into compost and mulch

Riverside County is urging its residents to recycle their natural Christmas trees, rather than leaving them unrecycled at landfills. The county has put in place special services to ensure that the trees are recycled in a manner that enriches the soil.


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Operations of the Palm Desert Library will be taken over by the city next summer

In the summer of 2024, the City of Palm Desert will assume control of the county library at 73-300 Fred Waring Drive, situated on the College of the Desert Campus. This transition will mark Palm Desert as the third city in the Coachella Valley to manage a municipal library.


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BLM invites public comment on the Sapphire Solar Project

The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) has announced an invitation for public comment on the Sapphire Solar Project. This proposed solar energy project aims to generate and store up to 117 megawatts of photovoltaic solar energy, with the electricity being delivered to the statewide transmission grid.


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City of Desert Hot Springs to expand animal services with two donated properties

The City of Desert Hot Springs has received a generous donation from the Humane Society of the Desert: an Animal Hospital and Animal Sanctuary. This contribution will enable the city to enhance its animal care services.


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California Strategic Growth Council awards $22 million to Coachella for the Coachella Prospera project

The City of Coachella has been named among nearly a dozen communities to receive grants from the California Strategic Growth Council's (SGC) Transformative Climate Communities Program (TCC). The city is set to receive approximately $22 million to implement its Coachella Prospera initiative.


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Palm Springs Mayor Jeffrey Bernstein: 'proud to live in a city that values diversity'

The City of Palm Springs recently inaugurated Mayor Pro Tem Jeffrey Bernstein as the city’s 25th mayor during a city council meeting. The oath of office was administered by Bernstein's husband, Dr. Oscar Chamudes.


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City of Palm Springs opens temporary shelter for the homeless for cold weather months

The City of Palm Springs, in collaboration with Martha’s Village and Kitchen, has launched a temporary shelter to aid unhoused residents during the winter season. The initiative received approval from the City Council at a council meeting last week.