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PUBLIC SAFETY COMMISSION
CITY OF PALM DESERT, CALIFORNIA
AGENDA
City Hall, Administrative Conference Room
73-510 Fred Waring Drive
Palm Desert, CA 92260
Pursuant to Assembly Bill 361, this meeting may be conducted by teleconference.
• To participate via Zoom, use the following link: https://palmdesert.zoom.us/j/86721945642 or call
(213) 338-8477, Zoom Meeting ID: 867-2194-5642
• Written public comment may also be submitted to mnance@cityofpalmdesert.org. Emails
received by 2:00 p.m. prior to the meeting will be distributed to the Commission. Any
correspondence received during or after the meeting will be distributed to the Commission as
soon as practicable and retained for the official record. Emails will not be read aloud except as
an ADA accommodation.
• Attend the meeting in our Administrative Conference Room, 73-510 Fred Waring Drive, Palm
Desert, Ca 92260.
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. ROLL CALL
3. NON-AGENDA PUBLIC COMMENT: This time has been set aside for the public to address
the Public Safety Commission on issues that are not on the agenda for up to three minutes.
Because the Brown Act does not allow the Commission 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.
4. ACTION CALENDAR
A. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
RECOMMENDATION: Approve the Public Safety Commission Regular Meeting minutes
of December 14, 2022.
B. PALM DESERT SPECIALIZED UNITS END OF MONTH REPORT FOR DECEMBER
2022
RECOMMENDATION: Receive and file report
Wednesday
January 25, 2023
3:30 p.m.
Special Meeting
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C. RIVERSIDE COUNTY FIRE DEPARTMENT/CAL FIRE END OF MONTH REPORT FOR
DECEMBER 2022
RECOMMENDATION: Receive and file report
D. CODE COMPLIANCE WEEKEND REPORTS FOR DECEMBER 2022
RECOMMENDATION: Receive and file report
E. EMERGENCY SERVICES COORDINATOR MONTHLY REPORTS FOR DECEMBER
2022
RECOMMENDATION: Receive and file report
F. COP MONTHLY REPORTS FOR DECEMBER 2022
RECOMMENDATION: Receive and file report
G. PALM DESERT PUBLIC SAFETY COMMISSION ROLLING ATTENDANCE REPORT
FOR DECEMBER 2022
RECOMMENDATION: Receive and file report
5. INFORMATIONAL REPORTS & COMMENTS
A. PUBLIC SAFETY COMMISSIONERS
B. CITY COUNCIL LIAISON
C. POLICE/FIRE
a. New End of Month Report
D. CITY STAFF
a. 4th Fire Station Presentation – Veronica Chavez & Randy Bowman
b. Nixle Presentation -Mariana Rios & Joshua Holkesvig
c. Emergency Services Coordinator Presentation/Update
d. City Clerk Presentation – Anthony Mejia
e. 2023 Work Plan
6. ADJOURNMENT: The next Regular Meeting will be held on February 8, 2022, at 3:30 p.m.
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AFFIDAVIT OF POSTING
I hereby certify under penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of California that the
foregoing agenda for the Public Safety Commission was posted on the City Hall bulletin board
and City website not less than 72 hours prior to the meeting.
Michelle Nance
Recording Secretary
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 City Manager’s Office,
City Hall, 73-510 Fred Waring Drive, Palm Desert. Staff reports for all agenda items 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.cityofpalmdesert.org.
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.
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PUBLIC SAFETY COMMISSION
CITY OF PALM DESERT, CALIFORNIA
MINUTES
1. CALL TO ORDER
A Regular Meeting of the Public Safety Commission was called to order by Chair Taylor on
Wednesday, December 14, 2022, at 3:31 p.m held Hybrid via Zoom and in the Administrative
Conference Room, City Hall, located at 73-510 Fred Waring Drive, Palm Desert, California.
2. ROLL CALL
Present: Commissioners, Gary Bindman, Joseph Butts, Terry Kramer, Doug Luhring, Evan
Trubee, Vice Chair Jeff Alley and Chair Frank Taylor. * Commissioner Bindman arrived at
3:40pm.
Absent: None
Staff
Present: Chris Escobedo, Assistant City Manager, Mariana Rios, Management Analyst,
Michelle Nance, Recording Secretary, were present at Roll Call. Other staff
members presented reports or responded to questions as indicated in the minutes.
3. ACTION CALENDAR
A. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Vice Chair Alley asked for a minor correction on the previous month’s meeting minutes.
MOTION BY COMMISSIONER LUHRING SECOND BY VICE CHAIR ALLEY, CARRIED
6-0, (COMMISSIONER BINDMAN ABSENT)
B. RECEIVE AND FILE PALM DESERT SPECIALIZED UNITS END OF MONTH REPORT
FOR DECEMBER 2022
Commissioner Bindman arrived at 3:40pm
MOTION BY VICE CHAIR ALLEY, SECOND BY COMMISSIONER BUTTS, CARRIED 7-
0 to: receive and file Palm Desert Specialized Units end of month report for December
2022
Wednesday
December 14, 2022
3:30 p.m.
Regular Meeting
Public Safety Commission Minutes December 14, 2022
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ALL ACTIONS ARE DRAFT, PENDING APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES
C. RECEIVE AND FILE RIVERSIDE COUNTY FIRE DEPARTMENT/CAL FIRE END OF
MONTH REPORTS FOR NOVEMBER 2022
MOTION BY COMMISSIONER LUHRING SECOND BY VICE CHAIR ALLEY, CARRIED
7-0, to: receive and file Riverside County Fire Department/Cal Fire end of month report
for November 2022
D. RECEIVE AND FILE CODE COMPLIANCE WEEKEND REPORTS FOR NOVEMBER
2022
MOTION BY VICE CHAIR ALLEY, SECOND BY COMMISSIONER LUHRING, CARRIED
7-0, to: receive and file Code Compliance weekend reports for November 2022
E. RECEIVE AND FILE EMERGENCY SERVICES COORDINATOR MONTHLY REPORTS
FOR NOVEMBER 2022
MOTION BY VICE CHAIR ALLEY, SECOND BY COMMISSIONER BUTTS, CARRIED 7-
0, to: receive and file Emergency Services Coordinator Monthly report for November
2022.
F. RECEIVE AND FILE RIVERSIDE COP MONTHLY REPORT FOR NOVEMBER 2022
MOTION BY COMMISSIONER BUTTS SECOND BY COMMISIONER LUHRING,
CARRIED 7-0, to: receive and file the COP Monthly report for November 2022.
G. RECEIVE AND FILE PALM DESERT PUBLIC SAFETY COMMISSION ROLLING
ATTENDANCE REPORT FOR NOVEMBER 2022.
MOTION BY COMMISSIONER BUTTS, SECOND BY COMMISSIONER TRUBEE
CARRIED 7-0, to receive and file the Palm Desert Public Safety Commission rolling
attendance report for November 2022.
4. INFORMATIONAL REPORTS & COMMENTS
A. PUBLIC SAFETY COMMISSIONERS
None
B. POLICE AND FIRE
Police and Fire gave thorough updates on ambulance and firework protocols.
C. CITY STAFF
Deputy Director of Public Works, Randy Bowman provided an update on Haystack
Construction. Public Affairs Manager, Thomas Soule provided an update on Fireworks
alert for Palm Desert and Indian Wells. Management Analyst, Mariana Rios provided an
update on the Nixle emergency alert system.
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ALL ACTIONS ARE DRAFT, PENDING APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES
5. ADJOURNMENT
The Public Safety Commission adjourned at 4:54 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Michelle Nance, Deputy City Clerk
Recording Secretary
ATTEST:
Chris Escobedo, Assistant City Manager
Secretary
APPROVED BY THE PUBLIC SAFETY COMMISSION: __/__/2022
Date 12/29/22 12/30/22 12/31/22 01/01/23 01/02/23 01/03/23 01/04/23
# of calls 153 142 112 99 131 188 143
Palm Desert Station Significant Incident Report for Thursday, December 29, 2022
6:21 PM – Warrant Arrest: Deputies with the Palm Desert Special Enforcement Team and
Business District Team contacted a 30-year-old female transient of Palm Desert, within 44800
block of Monterey. The suspect was arrested for an outstanding grand theft felony warrant and
two misdemeanor drug warrants. She was transported and booked at the county jail in Indio.
Palm Desert Station Significant Incident Report for Friday, December 30, 2022
12:03 PM – Warrant / Narcotic Arrest: Deputies of the Palm Desert Traffic Team conducted a
bicycle stop at Highway 111 and Monterey Avenue, Palm Desert. A 60-year-old male of Indio
was driving westbound in eastbound lanes of traffic. A record check revealed he had an active
warrant for use of a stolen credit card. A search revealed he also had 9 debit cards that were not
issued to him, a checkbook not in his name, and drug paraphernalia. He was arrested and booked
at the county jail in Indio.
6:08 PM – Grand Theft Investigation: Deputies with the Palm Desert Special Enforcement and
Palm Desert Business District Team conducted a follow-up reference a grand theft incident that
occurred on 12/02/2022, where four rims and tires were removed and stolen from a truck. During
the investigation, the suspect vehicle and driver were identified. The vehicle was located with an
open door and unattended at in the 43000 block of Palmilla Circle. A knock and talk was
conducted at the residence, and at that time, the suspect exited the residence through the rear and
fled the location. In plain view inside the suspect vehicle, a firearm was taped below the steering
column. The suspects family confirmed that he arrived in the vehicle and is the only one who
drives it. The suspect is a convicted felon and is prohibited person from possessing any firearms.
If contacted, please approach with caution as he is believed to be armed and dangerous. The
suspect vehicle was towed to the station for evidence and a search warrant will be written to
remove firearm from inside the vehicle and to remove the stolen rims/tires from the suspect
vehicle. The suspect is outstanding.
6:30 PM – Domestic Violence Arrest: Deputies conducted follow up to domestic
violence/kidnapping case from the previous week. An 18-year-old male of Indio was contacted
via telephone and asked to come to the station. The suspect responded and was arrested for
sending his ex-girlfriend text messages after he was served an emergency protective order. He
was booked at the county jail in Indio.
7:11 PM – Elder Abuse / Resisting Arrest: Deputies responded to a Mobile Home Park in the
50000 block of Highway 74 regarding a reported battery and after a brief standoff, arrested a 48-
year-old male transient of Indio. Further investigation revealed the suspect assaulted his elderly
father at the residence. He was booked at the county jail in Indio.
Palm Desert Station Significant Incident Report for Saturday, December 31, 2022
10:41 AM – Stolen Vehicle / Narcotics / Warrant Arrest: Deputies received an automated
license plate reader notification and located a stolen vehicle at Hospitality Ln and Hwy 111, in
the city of Palm Desert. A 27-year-old male of San Bernardino was arrested for vehicle theft,
possession of a controlled substance, and parole violation warrant. He was booked at the county
jail in Indio.
1:00 PM – Petty Theft / Warrant Arrest: Deputies responded to a retail store in the 72000
block of Hwy 111, in the city of Palm Desert, reference petty theft investigation. A 52-year-old
male transient of Palm Desert was arrested for petty theft, 3 outstanding felony warrants for
fraud, and 3 misdemeanor narcotics warrants. He was booked at the county jail in Indio.
9:18 PM – Domestic Violence Arrest: Deputies responded to a report of domestic violence at
the 74000 block of Technology Drive, Palm Desert. They contacted and arrested a 43-year-old
female resident of 29 Palms for assaulting her spouse and causing visible injuries. She was
booked at the county jail in Indio.
Palm Desert Station Significant Incident Report for Sunday, January 1, 2023
12:34 AM – Domestic Violence Arrest: Deputies responded to the 46000 block of Ryway Pl, in
the city of Palm Desert, reference a domestic violence investigation. A 19-year-old female of
Desert Hot Springs bit her ex-boyfriend on the right cheek causing an approximately one-inch
laceration. The suspect subsequently fled the scene in the victim’s vehicle, momentarily pinning
him against a wooden fence, as she was fleeing. The victim suffered minor abrasions to his left
shoulder and left thigh. The suspect later turned herself in to Indio Police Department and was
subsequently arrested for domestic violence. She was booked at the county jail in Indio.
3:30 AM – Domestic Violence Arrest: Deputies responded to a domestic violence incident at a
resort in the 74000 block of Country Club Dr, Palm Desert. Deputies arrested a 31-year-old
female of San Diego, for domestic violence. She was booked at the county jail in Indio.
2:30 PM – Driving Under the Influence Arrest: Deputies responded to a traffic collision at
Monterey Ave and Fred Waring Dr., Palm Desert. A 31-year-old male of Fallbrook was arrested
for driving under the influence. He was booked at the county jail in Indio.
Palm Desert Station Significant Incident Report for Monday, January 2, 2023
No significant activity.
Palm Desert Station Significant Incident Report for Tuesday, January 3, 2023
2:08 Hours – Fraud Arrest: Deputies of the Palm Desert Special Enforcement Team (SET)
conducted a vehicle check at San Pablo at San Gorgonio. SET members contacted a 45-year-old
male of Rancho Mirage. He was wanted for fraud cases that dated back to July 2022 throughout
the city of Palm Desert. He was arrested on multiple fraud charges and booked at the county jail
in Indio.
9:41 PM – Warrant Arrest: Deputies of the Palm Desert Special Enforcement Team conducted
follow up in the 48000 block of Beverly Drive and contacted a 32-year-old male of Palm Desert,
who had a felony warrant for drug sales. He was arrested and booked at the county jail in Indio.
Palm Desert Station Significant Incident Report for Wednesday, January 4, 2023
10:21 AM – Public Intoxication Arrest: Deputies responded to the area of Country Club and
Washington regarding a welfare check. A 20-year-old male of Bermuda Dunes was arrested for
public intoxication. He was booked at the county jail in Indio.
1:09 PM – Petty Theft / Narcotics Arrest / Warrant Arrest: Deputies of the Palm Desert
Business District Team responded to a retail store in the 34000 block of Monterey Ave., City of
Palm Desert, reference a theft. A 4-year-old male of Indio was arrested for theft, possession of
methamphetamine and an outstanding misdemeanor warrant. He was booked at the county jail in
Indio.
7:00 PM – Warrant / Narcotics Arrest: Deputies of the Palm Desert Special Enforcement
Team conducted a traffic stop on Washington and 42nd Ave. The driver, a 37-year-old male of
Palm Desert was found to have three outstanding narcotics warrants. A search of the suspects
vehicle was conducted, and it was determined that he was in possession of two grams of
fentanyl. He was booked at the county jail in Indio.
Date 01/05/23 01/06/23 01/07/23 01/08/23 01/09/23 01/10/23 01/11/23
# of calls 162 137 92 84 182 178 179
Palm Desert Station Significant Incident Report for Thursday, January 5, 2023
4:46 PM – Pepper Spray Arrest / Warrant Arrest: Deputies of the Palm Desert Special
Enforcement Team conducted a traffic stop on Fred Waring and Highway 111 and contacted the
occupants of the vehicle, a 39-year-old male of Thousand Palms and a 38-year-old male of Palm
Desert. A records check showed the first subject had three outstanding misdemeanor warrants.
He was also found to be in possession of a cannister of pepper spray. Since the subject had
multiple felony convictions, it is illegal for him to possess the pepper spray. He was arrested and
booked at the county jail in Indio.
11:04 PM – Attempt Murder / Domestic Violence / Rape: Deputies responded to an apartment
in the 74600 block of Driftwood, Palm Desert, reference a rape in progress. The deputies arrived
within minutes and located the suspect trying to jump out of the second story window. He
retreated into the apartment when he saw deputies. The victim was able to run out of the front
door and the suspect was detained. The suspect strangled, raped, and threatened to kill the
victim among other criminal acts. The suspect, a 24-year-old male of Coachella, was booked for
the previous charges and additional felonies in addition to his felony domestic violence warrant
and two misdemeanor warrants, one of which is for resisting arrest. He was booked at the county
jail in Indio.
Palm Desert Station Significant Incident Report for Friday, January 6, 2023
1:07 AM – Driving Under the Influence Arrest: Deputies responded to the 47300 block of
Highway 74 regarding a traffic collision. A 33-year-old female of Rancho Mirage was arrested
for driving under the influence of alcohol after her vehicle collided with a parked RV. She blew
a .24% BAC at the station. She was booked at the county jail in Indio.
10:59 AM – Vehicle Theft Arrest: Deputies of the Palm Desert Special Enforcement Team
conducted an area check for an automatic license plate reader hit on a stolen vehicle. The vehicle
was later located parked in a parking lot near the area of Country Club Dr and Washington St.
Moments later, the suspect began to drive away. The suspect, a 46-year-old male of Palm Desert
was detained without incident. He was arrested for vehicle theft, possession of a stolen vehicle,
and probation violation. He was booked at the county jail in Indio.
12:12 PM – Robbery: Deputies responded to an apartment complex in the 73000 block of
Country Club regarding a robbery. The victim stated he was going to sell an iPhone to a subject
from the OfferUp resale application, when the suspect put a gun to his head, threatened to kill
him, and took the phone. Surveillance video from the property provided the license plate of the
suspect vehicle. The vehicle was later located in the City of Desert Hot Springs. A 17-year-old
juvenile was positively identified as the suspect. The Palm Desert Special Enforcement Team
authored search warrants for the vehicle and residence. A fully loaded .45 caliber pistol, several
“ghost” parts to guns, loaded magazines, over 300 blackout rounds, and the victim’s cell phone
were all recovered. The juvenile was arrested for robbery, assault with a deadly weapon, and
criminal threats. He was booked into Indio Juvenile Hall.
7:29 PM – Warrant Arrest: Deputies with the Palm Desert Special Enforcement Team and
Business District Team served a search warrant regarding a robbery investigation within the
66300 block of Flora. A 35-year-old male of Desert Hot Springs was arrested for an outstanding
misdemeanor warrant. He was booked at the county jail in Indio.
Palm Desert Station Significant Incident Report for Saturday, January 7, 2023
5:20 PM – Overdose Death: Deputies were dispatched to the 45000 Block of Panorama Dr.
regarding two unresponsive adults. The adults were located by a 13-year-old female when she
noticed her mother’s belongings were still in the house when her mother should have been at
work, causing the juvenile to search for her mother. CPR was conducted by the original reporting
party (a neighbor), deputies, and Cal-Fire. The male was transported to Eisenhower Medical
Center in Rancho Mirage; however, the female was pronounced deceased at the scene.
Paraphernalia consistent with narcotic use was in plain view on the kitchen countertop. Based on
the paraphernalia and the condition of the unresponsive adult, it appeared the incident could be
related to fentanyl. Palm Desert Station investigators responded to continue the investigation.
8:05 PM – Misdemeanor Domestic Battery Arrest: Deputies responded to the 600 block of
Pinnacle Crest, and arrested a 53-year-old male of Edina, Minnesota for pushing his wife down
after an argument. He was booked at the county jail in Indio.
Palm Desert Station Significant Incident Report for Sunday, January 8, 2023
8:42 PM – Warrant Arrest: Deputies conducted a pedestrian check at a convince store in the
78000 block of Country Club Dr. in the City of Palm Desert. Deputies subsequently arrested a
parolee, a 33-year-old male of Palm Desert, for two outstanding drug-related misdemeanor
warrants. He was booked at the county jail in Indio.
Palm Desert Station Significant Incident Report for Monday, January 9, 2023
1:07 PM – Narcotics Arrest: Deputies of the Palm Desert Business District Team conducted an
occupied vehicle check near the intersection of Las Flores Lane and San Gorgonio Way and
contacted a 27-year-old male of La Quinta. The subject consented to a search and was found to
be in possession of methamphetamine, fentanyl, a Xanax bar, and drug paraphernalia. He was
booked at the county jail in Indio.
2:05 PM – Drug Paraphernalia Arrest: Deputies of the Business District Team conducted a
pedestrian check and contacted a 49-year-old male transient, from Palm Desert, near the
intersection of San Gorgonio Way and San Pablo Ave., in the City of Palm Desert. The subject
was found to be in possession of drug paraphernalia. He was arrested and booked at the county
jail in Indio.
Palm Desert Station Significant Incident Report for Tuesday, January 10, 2023
12:13 AM – Fraud Arrest: Deputies of the Palm Desert Special Enforcement Team conducted a
pedestrian check at Desert Crossing and Highway 111, in the City of Palm Desert. A 44-year-old
female of Palm Desert was contacted. An inquiry revealed she was wanted for a credit card
fraud that occurred in November of 2022 and at Try a Bike in the City of Palm Desert for over
$5,000. She was arrested and booked at the county jail in Indio.
Palm Desert Station Significant Incident Report for Wednesday, January 11, 2023
No significant activity.
Date 01/12/23 01/13/23 01/14/23 01/15/23 01/16/23 01/17/23 01/18/23
# of calls 161 156 91 99 117 134 194
Palm Desert Station Significant Incident Report for Thursday, January 12, 2023
1:05 AM – Possession of Stolen Property / Felony Evading / Resisting Arrest: Deputies
responded to a convenience store in the 73000 block of Highway 111 regarding a stolen vehicle
which had just occurred. The suspect, who was identified as a 20-year-old female of Palm
Desert, took the vehicle and left the scene. Responding deputies located it near Hovley Lane East
and Largo. The vehicle did not stop, and a pursuit was initiated. The pursuit lasted approximately
30 minutes and went into Riverside County Sheriff’s Department Thermal Station jurisdiction, at
one point. The pursuit terminated at Fred Waring and Tennessee Ave when the vehicle became
inoperable. The suspect refused to exit the vehicle when given multiple orders to do so. A pepper
ball was eventually deployed into the cab of the vehicle and the suspect still refused to exit.
Additional deputies responded and assisted in deploying other less lethal measures. These
measures were also ineffective in gaining compliance. Eventually the suspect was extracted from
the vehicle and additional force was used. A McNeely Warrant was authored to obtain a sample
of the suspect’s blood. The suspect was booked at the county jail in Indio for vehicle theft,
possession of a stolen vehicle, resisting arrest, and felony evading.
8:30 AM – Warrant Arrest / Narcotics Arrest: Deputies of the Business District Team
conducted a traffic stop on Washington St. and Country Club Dr., in the City of Palm Desert. An
inquiry revealed both occupants of the vehicle had warrants. The first subject, a 33-year-old male
of Desert Hot Springs, had a felony warrant for multiple violations of driving under the
influence. He was also found to be in possession of methamphetamine and drug paraphernalia.
He was arrested and booked at the county jail in Indio. The passenger, a 53-year-old male of
Cathedral City, had a misdemeanor warrant for shoplifting. He was released from the scene after
he signed a promise to appear for his warrant.
Palm Desert Station Significant Incident Report for Friday, January 13, 2023
2:34 AM – Fatal Traffic Collision: Deputies responded to a report of a major traffic collision at
Country Club Dr and Cook St. Upon arrival, a single vehicle was located with major damage and
a deceased adult female inside. The other driver and vehicle were located about 100 yards east of
the victim. Deputies from the Palm Desert Traffic Team arrested a 26-year-old male of
Coachella, for driving under the influence and authored a McNeely Warrant to obtain a sample
of the suspect’s blood. Additional members of the Palm Desert Traffic Team, Forensics, and the
Coroner’s Bureau responded to assume the collision investigation. The District Attorney’s office
also responded to the scene for investigation. The suspect was booked at the county jail in Indio
for homicide (Watson Murder) after he received a medical clearance.
1:35 PM – Warrant Arrest: Deputies responded to a public disturbance in the 73400 block of El
Paseo. They contacted and arrested a 29-year-old male transient for an outstanding attempt
robbery warrant. He was booked at the county jail in Indio.
11:10 PM – Domestic Violence Arrest: Deputies responded to the 45900 block of Ocotillo Ave.
and arrested a 63-year-old female of Palm Desert. Investigation revealed she struck her husband
in the face after an argument. She was arrested and booked at the county jail in Indio.
11:45 PM – Domestic Violence: Deputies responded to 76000 Frank Sinatra Dr. reference a
domestic violence. Investigation revealed a 32-year-old male of Lebanon Oregon, threw his wife
against a wall and headbutted her. The victim stated the suspect is in possession of a Glock 17
and was possibly heading back to Oregon. The case was filed with the District Attorney’s office
for prosecution.
Palm Desert Station Significant Incident Report for Saturday, January 14, 2023
4:50 PM – Warrant Arrest: Deputies responded to 73000 block of El Paseo in the City of Palm
Desert regarding a man down. Deputies contacted and arrested a 44-year-old male transient of
Palm Desert, for two felony warrants and one misdemeanor warrant. He was booked at the
county jail in Indio.
Palm Desert Station Significant Incident Report for Sunday, January 15, 2023
2:00 PM – Warrant Arrest: Deputies conducted a traffic stop on Hovley W and Sandpiper, in
the City of Palm Desert. A 42-year-old female of San Bernardino was contacted and
subsequently arrested for an outstanding felony warrant for burglary. She was booked at the
county jail in Indio.
7:57 AM – Driving Under the Influence Arrest: Deputies were dispatched to a hotel in the
9000 block of Shadow Ridge, in the City of Palm Desert, regarding a driver passed out in a
vehicle. The vehicle was on, and the driver had his foot on the brake. A 25-year-old male of
Desert Hot Springs was arrested for driving under the influence and booked at the county jail in
Indio.
9:09 AM – Driving Under the Influence Arrest: Deputies responded to Springfield Ln and
Park Center Dr. in the City of Palm Desert, reference a female passed out behind the steering
wheel and parked on the curb. Deputies contacted a 54-year-old female of Palm Desert, and
determined she was driving under the influence. The suspect declined all sobriety tests and chose
to provide a blood sample. She was booked at the county jail in Indio.
Palm Desert Station Significant Incident Report for Monday, January 16, 2023
12:35 PM – Shoplifting Arrest: Deputies responded to a retail store in the 34000 block of
Monterey Ave., in the City of Palm Desert. A 24-year-old male of Indio was contacted as he
exited and fled northbound through the parking lot carrying a stolen backpack, and four pairs of
shoes. He was arrested and booked at the county jail in Indio.
Palm Desert Station Significant Incident Report for Tuesday, January 17, 2023
2:00 PM – Residential Burglary Arrest: Members of the Burglary Suppression Unit conducted
a follow-up investigation of a residential burglary that occurred in the 42000 block of Idaho
Street in the City of Palm Desert. The suspect was identified as a 30-year-old male of Palm
Desert. On 01/17/2023, the subject was located near his residence located in the 76000 block of
Hawaii Circle in Palm Desert. Burglary Suppression Unit members conducted surveillance on
the suspects residence and his vehicle. As the suspect left his residence, Palm Desert Business
District Team and Palm Desert Special Enforcement Team members conducted a vehicle stop.
The suspect was taken into custody and booked at the county jail in Indio for the burglary.
5:37 PM – Shoplifting Arrest: Deputies responded to a retail store in the 72800 block of Dinah
Shore Dr, in the City of Palm Desert. The contacted a 44-year-old male of Bermuda Dunes. He
was observed by loss prevention concealing several items, valued under $100, on his person. He
was arrested for shoplifting and booked at the county jail in Indio.
5:40 PM – Warrant Arrest: Deputies responded to a restaurant in the 73000 block of El Paseo,
in the City of Palm Desert, reference a disturbance call. Deputies contacted a 47-year-old male
of Downey, and determined he had an active felony warrant for grand theft. He was arrested and
booked at the county jail in Indio.
9:00 PM – Public Intoxication Arrest: Deputies responded to a restaurant in the 73000 block of
El Paseo, in the City of Palm Desert, reference a disorderly subject. Deputies contacted a 51-
year-old male of Solana Beach, who was determined to be unable to care for himself due to
intoxication. He was arrested and booked at the county jail in Indio.
9:26 PM – Driving Under the Influence Arrest: Deputies responded to the area of Washington
St. at Fred Waring Dr. in the City of Palm Desert, reference a non-injury traffic collision.
Deputies subsequently arrested a 41-year-old male of Washington State for driving under the
influence. He was booked at the county jail in Indio.
Palm Desert Station Significant Incident Report for Wednesday, January 18, 2023
6:23 AM – Stolen Vehicle Arrest: Deputies of the Palm Desert Special Enforcement Team
responded to the area of Washington St. and Hovley Ln. as Sheriff’s aviation helicopter
following a stolen vehicle. A felony stop was conducted on Washington St. cross of Country
Club Dr. and deputies contacted a 41-year-old male of Moreno Valley. Deputies searched the
vehicle incident to arrest and located multiple stolen credit cards, fentanyl, methamphetamine,
and paraphernalia. The suspect was arrested and booked at the county jail in Indio.
7:18 PM – Domestic Battery Arrest: Deputies responded to the 400 block of Tava Lane and
arrested 69-year-old female of Palm Desert, for causing bruising on her husband’s arms after an
argument. The suspect was booked at the county jail in Indio.
9:23 PM – Driving Under the Influence Arrest: Deputies responded to the 73000 block of
Tamarisk St. and arrested a 59-year-old male of Indio after he was suspected of driving under the
influence. The suspect refused sobriety tests and the deputy authored a McNeely warrant. The
suspect was booked at the county jail in Indio.
Bill Weiser
Jurisdiction Summary for City of Palm Desert
Fire Chief
Riverside County Fire Department/ CAL FIRE
1/1/2022 to 12/31/2022
Incident Response Activity
*At least 1 Resource Dispatched
#Incident Type
Com Fire 10
False Alarm 838
Haz Mat 12
Medical 8,716
Multi-Fam Dwelling Fire 2
Other Fire 46
Other Misc 12
Public Service Assist 663
Res Fire 20
Rescue 24
Ringing Alarm 39
Standby 61
Traffic Collision 389
Vehicle Fire 17
Wildland Fire 16
10,865Incident Total
Average Enroute to On-Scene Time
*Units Responding Charlie, Delta, Bravo, Echo, Code 3
91
1,690 5,625
11
4.28 75.83
<5 Minutes +5 Minutes
+10 Minutes +20 Minutes
Average Min % 0 to 5 Min
Enroute Time: Unit has been acknowledged as responding.
On-Scene Time: Unit has been acknowledged as being On-Scene.
Transport
*Based on Units with a Transport time
Jurisdiction Ambulance Responses
DRM 350
EMC 3,909
JFK 46
Other 1
Total: 4,306
Ambulance Mutual Aid Given
DRM 147
EMC 1,467
JFK 32
Total: 1,646
Ambulance Mutual Aid Received
DRM 145
EMC 1,469
JFK 32
Total: 1,646
Mutual Aid
*Unit responses
Jurisdiction Units Responses
6,082Engine
7,068Medic
1,916Patrol
25Squad
1,394Truck/Quint
16,485Total:
Mutual Aid Given
2,458Engine
2,613Medic
886Patrol
25Squad
604Truck/Quint
6,586Total:
Mutual Aid Received
1Air
11Breathing Support
236Chief
2Dozer
2EMD
3,753Engine
9Environmental Health
9HazMat
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2,985Medic
129Patrol
60PIO
3Safety
70Squad
1Training
15Truck/Quint
3Water Tender
7,289Total:
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Truck Report
T33 recorded 1,394 responses in City of Palm Desert from 1/1/2022 to 12/31/2022
T442 recorded 1 responses in City of Palm Desert from 1/1/2022 to 12/31/2022
T86 recorded 14 responses in City of Palm Desert from 1/1/2022 to 12/31/2022
Significant Incidents
On , CAL FIRE/Riverside County Fire Department responded to a reported structure fire at the above
address. First arriving Company Officer reported light smoke coming from the roof of a single-story
duplex. Firefighters made entry and found an established chimney fire and made an aggressive,
coordinated attack and had the fire under control in less than 10 minutes. Two residents were displaced
due to the fire damage and utilities disconnected. Residents declined any assistance from Red Cross. No
injuries to civilians and one minor injury to a firefighter. City Building and Safety will need to evaluate
the home.
21CARRU011976
On , Riverside County Fire resources were dispatched to a reported hiker down at an undetermined
location on the bump-n-grind hiking trail in the hills on the West side of Palm Desert. The CAL-FIRE
Riverside Unit Emergency Command Center was able to pinpoint a location of the reporting parties
cellular telephone and relay the location to the emergency responders. With specialized equipment from
the Palm Desert Fire Station (Truck Company 33 Staffing and the side-by-side off-road vehicle) a rescue
was initiated and patient contact was made approximately 1 mile up the trail. The patient was 70+ years
old with a traumatic leg injury. Utilizing the aforementioned equipment, a rapid extraction of the patient
was initiated and the patient was removed from the hiking trail and was transported to a local hospital.
22CARRU017281
On , CAL FIRE / Riverside County Fire Department units arrived on scene of a 2 vehicle traffic accident at
the intersection of Quicksilver Street and Portola Avenue in the city of Palm Desert. One patient was
trapped within their vehicle and the jaws of life had to be used to extricate the patient from the vehicle.
The trapped patient had moderate injuries and was transported to a local trauma center . The second
patient had minor injuries, was treated by on scene Paramedics and declined transport to the hospital.
There were no firefighter injuries on scene of this incident.
22CARRU019954
On , CAL FIRE/Riverside County Firefighters were dispatched to reported burn injuries, reported with a
person on fire. Upon arrival at scene, firefighters found a 16-year old male suffering moderate burn
injuries from a vaping type of device that ignited during use. The patient was treated and transported
code 3 to Desert Hospital in a Fire Department Ambulance.
22CARRU021909
On , CAL FIRE/Riverside County Fire Department resources were dispatched to a reported residential
structure fire at 43155 Portola Avenue inside the Portola Palms Mobile Home Park in the City of Palm
Desert. The first unit on scene reported heavy smoke showing from Space 44. Due to the high winds
the fire spread to multiple other spaces and vegetation. A fourth alarm was requested for
extinguishment of multiple fires. EMD and Red Cross have been notified to assist with displacements.
RSO assisted with road closures and evacuations. The fire is currently under investigation. Two fire
personnel were injured and transported for evaluation and one civilian was treated for smoke inhalation.
Resources are still on scene with an approximate commitment time of three hours.
The following fire departments assisted with station coverage behind the incident; San Bernardino
Co., Corona, Murrieta, Riverside City, and Hemet.
22CARRU028423
On , CALFIRE / Riverside County Firefighters responded to a reported structure fire at the address listed .
The first arriving Company Officer reported heavy fire from the roof of a double wide mobile home with
exposures to neighboring units. Interior fire crews reported a fire well established in the attic space. A
coordinated fire attack contained the flames to the original unit involved with no damage resulting to
neighboring structures, however the original structure suffered heavy damage. The were no reported
injuries to civilians or fire fighters.
22CARRU028713
On , CAL FIRE / Riverside County Fire Department responded to a report of a traffic collision cut and
rescue with victims trapped. The first arriving Battalion Chief reported a two vehicle accident with
entrapment of one adult female. Extrication was quickly performed and the adult female was removed
from the vehicle and taken to a local area hospital with minor injuries; moreover, an adult male was also
transported to a local area hospital with minor injuries. No firefighters were injured on this incident.
22CARRU032583
On , Firefighters responded to a reported ringing alarm at the Main Office of the Hovely Garden
Apartments. Upon arrival they observed light smoke coming from the building. The source of the smoke
was isolated to the wall around an HVAC unit. The fire was contained to that wall. No firefighter or civilian
injuries. Cause remains under investigation.
22CARRU043111
On , Unit from CAL FIRE / Riverside County Fire Department responded to a reported structure at 44393
Lingo Ln in the City of Palm Desert. The first arriving Company Officer reported a heavy fire in the back
corner of the residence. A coordinated effort of by firefighters contained the fire to two bedrooms and
exterior patio covers, however extensive overhaul needed due to the fire loading inside of the residence.
Red Cross was requested for one resident who is displaced with 5 dogs. City of Palm Desert Building and
Safety will need to respond due to the structure being uninhabitable. No injuries were reported to
civilians or firefighters on the conclusion of the Incident.
22CARRU052103
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On , Cal Fire/Riverside County Fire Department resources were dispatched to a reported commercial
structure fire in the laundry area of the Westin Desert Villas. The first arriving engine company found a
fire within some laundry items in the laundry room. The fire control system contained the fire to the area
of origin with minimal fire spread. There was smoke and water damage in the commercial services area
and firefighters performed water removal operations to minimize the water damage. There was no
civilian or firefighter injuries.
22CARRU052586
On , Cal Fire/Riverside County Fire Department resources were dispatched to a reported structure fire
with explosion. Upon the arrival at scene of the first Fire Department company officer, smoke was seen
emitting from an attached garage. The fire was contained by the residential fire suppression system and
fire resources ensured the fire did not spread from the area of origin. There was no injuries to civilians or
Fire Department staff. The residence was able to remain occupied.
22CARRU055567
On , Cal Fire/Riverside County Fire Department resources were dispatched to a reported structure fire
with explosion. Upon the arrival at scene of the first Fire Department company officer, smoke was seen
emitting from an attached garage. The fire was contained by the residential fire suppression system and
fire resources ensured the fire did not spread from the area of origin. There was no injuries to civilians or
Fire Department staff. The residence was able to remain occupied.
22CARRU055567
On , Cal Fire/Riverside County Fire Department resources were dispatched to a traffic collision that was
reported with victims trapped in the vehicles. Upon the arrival of the first Fire Engine Company Officer
there was two vehicles that collided and both vehicles had major damage. One occupant was rapidly
removed from a vehicle and transported to a local trauma center with major injuries. There was a child
that had minor injuries in the same vehicle and was also transported to the trauma center for
evaluation. The driver of the second vehicle fled the scene prior to Fire and Law Enforcement arrival at
scene.
22CARRU065476
On , CAL FIRE / Riverside County Fire Department responded to a report of a two car traffic collision at
the intersection of Hovley Lane and Washington Street in the city of Palm Desert. The fire arriving fire
engine reported a two vehicle traffic accident with major damage; additionally, one vehicle was on its
roof in the intersection. It was determined that there were two occupants of a sedan that were trapped
and needed to be extricated. The Jaws of Life were utilized and the two patients were quickly extricated.
There were a total 3 patients- 2 with major injuries and 1 minor injuries. All patients were transported
to a local area hospital. Moreover, there was damage to the traffic signal box thus disabling the traffic
signals at the intersection. The city of Palm Desert was notified to respond to assist with the damaged
traffic signal box. There were no firefighters injured at this incident.
22CARRU083541
On , Units from CALFIRE / Riverside County Fire, and the City of Palm Desert responded to a drowning in
the City of Palm Desert. Bystanders had removed the 58 year old patient from the pool and were
preforming CPR prior to the arrival of firefighters and paramedics. Advanced Life Support (ALS)
interventions were enacted by fire crews immediately, but unfortunately resuscitation efforts were not
successful. The Riverside County Sherriff office assumed responsibility of the scene.
22CARRU087434
On , Units from CAL FIRE / Riverside County Fire responded to a commercial structure fire located at the
maintenance building of Desert Falls Country Club in the City of Palm Desert. The first arriving officer
reported light smoke next to an outdoor shed and office type trailer. During fire suppression activities, it
was noticed that the fire involved pool chemicals including chlorine and acid that were stored outside of
the shed. The initial crews withdrew, and gross decontamination was conducted on those exposed. The
initial crews started to experienced difficulty breathing, and all 5 were transported to a local hospital for
treatment and evaluation. Secondary crews took a defensive position, containing the fire to the initial
shed and an exposed office trailer while being mindful of the waste water run off. Riverside County
Environmental Health responded to the incident and assisted with air monitoring, and the site was turned
over to the property representative and private hazmat cleanup company to mitigate the pool chemicals.
There were no reported injuries to any civilians.
22CARRU093921
On , Cal Fire/Riverside County Fire Department resources were dispatched to a reported tamarisk tree
row fire along the railroad tracks West of Washington St. Upon the arrival at scene of the first Fire
Department resource, there was approximately 100 ft. of tamarisk trees on fire and one civilian injury.
Rapid suppression actions halted the fires spread and Riverside County Fire Department Paramedics
treated the civilian for minor injuries. The patient refused transportation to the hospital. Due to heavy
fuel loading there is extensive mop-up and overhaul of the fire and resources will remain committed for
several hours. There was no firefighter injuries and the cause of the fire was undetermined.
22CARRU095233
On , CAL Fire/ Riverside County Firefighters responded to a reported commercial structure fire at the
above address . First unit at scene reported a two story commercial building with nothing showing and
evacuations in progress. Upon entering the structure crews found that the fire was extinguished by the
sprinkler system and as a result there was moderate water damage throughout the building. One
occupant was evaluated at scene and released .
22CARRU095821
On , CAL FIRE / Riverside County Firefighters responded to a reported Hiker in distress on the Bump and
Grind Trail in Palm Desert. Firefighters were able to hike up and make contact with the patient who was
overheated and suffering from dehydration. CHP Helicopter H60 utilized their rescue hoist to extract the
patient off the hill and transfer care over to an awaiting Fire Department Ambulance. Once evaluated the
patient declined any further treatment or transport to the hospital. There were no reported injuries to
any firefighters on this incident.
22CARRU104475
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On , Cal Fire/Riverside County Firefighters were dispatched to a reported hiker in distress on the
Homestead Trail in the area of the cross. The first Fire Engine Company Officer arrived at the trailhead
and utilized the information that was obtained from the Emergency Command Center and made cellular
contact with the patient. Incident command was established and firefighters navigated the trail utilizing
the Fire Departments side-by-side vehicle. When patient contact was made it was determined that aerial
extrication would be the best method to extract the patient and Riverside County Sheriffs Department
Rescue 9 helicopter was summoned to the incident. Rescue 9 extracted the patient with a hoist operation
and delivered the patient to the landing zone where a Fire Department ambulance transported the
patient to a local hospital. The patient had moderate injuries.
22CARRU106197
On , Cal Fire/Riverside County Firefighters were dispatched to a reported residential structure fire in the
Silver Spur Trailer Park. Upon the arrival of the first fire engine, there was a smell of smoke emitting
from the residence and smoke alarms activating. Firefighters forced entry into the unoccupied residence
and located a fire in the laundry room area. The fire was contained to the laundry room and firefighters
performed overhaul and salvage to ensure the fire was extinguished and that it did not spread beneath
the residence.
22CARRU115206
On , Units from CALFIRE / Riverside County Fire, and the City of Palm Desert responded to reports of
smoke on the first and second floor of a commercial three story hotel. The first arriving Company Officer
reported visible smoke from the first floor of the rear of the structure with evacuations in progress. The
fire was discovered in a commercial laundry dryer, and contained to the drum. as a precaution,
approximately 100 guest were evacuation while crews checked for fire extension. Firefighters remained
on scene to ventilate the rooms and help restore the alarm system. Guest were allowed to return to their
rooms about an hour after the incident began. City official will need to follow up in the morning for a
building and fire inspection and fire. There were no reports of injuries to civilians or firefighters on
conclusion of the incident.
22CARRU150707
On , CAL Fire/Riverside County Firefighters responded to a reported outside fire in the City of Palm
Desert. Upon arrival the first arriving engine company reported multiple vehicles and palm tress on fire
threatening a residential quadplex. Fire personnel were able to contain the fire to the outside of the
structure and limit the spread to only the initial vehicles and palm trees. There were no civilian or
firefighter injuries.
22CARRU159724
On , CAL FIRE / Riverside County firefighters responded to a residential structure fire in the 10 block of
San Felipe Drive in the city of Palm Desert. The first engine company reported heavy smoke and fire
coming from the garage of single story, single family residence. An aggressive and coordinated fire
attack was made and the fire was contained within 30 minutes after arrival of the first in engine
company. One family of two will be displaced from the residence but declined assistance from Red
Cross. Palm Desert Building and Safety Department has been notified to red tag the residence. There
were no civilian or firefighter injuries on this incident.
22CARRU161605
On , CALFIRE/Riverside County Firefighters were dispatched to a commercial structure fire in the 73000
block of El Paseo Drive in the City of Palm Desert. The first due Company Officer reported a 2 story
commercial structure with smoke and fire coming from both floors. 3 total alarms were ordered and
Firefighters are working to extinguish the fire. Firefighters will be on scene for several hours. There
were no reports of civilian or firefighter injuries.
22CARRU166959
On , CAL FIRE / Riverside County Fire Department responded to a commercial vehicle fire at the Burrtec
vehicle storage facility in the city of Palm Desert. The first arriving fire resource reported 2 full size trash
trucks well involved with fire with multiple exposures. Fire department resources extended hose lines
and surrounded the fire quickly halting the spread of fire to additional vehicles and infrastructure. Fire
department resources will remain on scene for 1 hour checking for hotspots. There were no civilian or
firefighter injuries on this fire.
22CARRU169303
On , Units from CALFIRE / Riverside County Fire, and the City of Palm Desert responded to a reported
vehicle into a structure at 72525 Desert Flower Drive in the City of Palm Desert. The first arriving
Company Officer reported on vehicle off the roadway, upside down and into a residential structure with
an actively leaking natural gas line. The driver was extricated, treated, and transported to a local trauma
center for further evaluation. The homeowners were not present at the time of the incident. City of Palm
Desert Building officials were requested to inspect the structure for stability .
22CARRU172063
On , CAL FIRE / Riverside County Fire Department responded to an inaccessible rescue at the Cap
Homme / Ralph Adams Park (Homestead Trailhead) in the city of Palm Desert. The first arriving fire
resource was notified by bystanders that there was an adult male 1/4 mile up the trail suffering a
medical emergency. Fire crews made patient contact and UTV 33 was used to bring the patient down the
hill to an awaiting ambulance. CHP helicopter H60 arrived on scene of the incident but was not utilized.
The patient was assessed, treated and transported to a local area hospital in moderate condition. There
were no firefighters injured on this incident.
22CARRU181180
On , CAL FIRE / Riverside County Fire Department responded to a traffic collision cut and rescue at the
entrance gate to the Ironwood Country Club. The first fire resource arrived on scene to find one vehicle
on its side with two victims trapped. Vehicle stabilization and airbags were utilized to extricate the
victims from the vehicle. Both victims were transported to a local area trauma center in minor condition.
The main entrance to Ironwood Country Club will be closed for an unknown amount of time. The scene
has been turned over to RSO. No firefighters were injured on this incident.
22CARRU185295
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On , CAL FIRE / Riverside County Fire Department responded to a traffic collision cut and rescue at the
intersection of Fred Waring Drive and Adonis Drive in the city of Palm Desert. The first arriving fire
resource reported a two-vehicle traffic collision with major damage and three people trapped. Upon
further assessment of the patients, it was determined that all three patients from one vehicle had
succumbed to their injuries. The driver of the second vehicle was transported to a local area trauma
center in major condition. Fred Waring Drive between Monterey and Town Center Way will be closed for
the next 3 hours for investigation. There were no firefighter injuries on this incident.
22CARRU191174
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Bill Weiser
Jurisdiction Summary for City of Palm Desert
Fire Chief
Riverside County Fire Department/ CAL FIRE
12/1/2022 1:40:12 PM to 12/31/2022 1:40:12 PM
Incident Response Activity
*At least 1 Resource Dispatched
#Incident Type
False Alarm 78
Haz Mat 1
Medical 768
Other Fire 4
Other Misc 1
Public Service Assist 83
Res Fire 2
Rescue 3
Ringing Alarm 4
Standby 4
Traffic Collision 36
Vehicle Fire 1
985Incident Total
Average Enroute to On-Scene Time
*Units Responding Charlie, Delta, Bravo, Echo, Code 3
13
168 473
1
4.40 72.21
<5 Minutes +5 Minutes
+10 Minutes +20 Minutes
Average Min % 0 to 5 Min
Enroute Time: Unit has been acknowledged as responding.
On-Scene Time: Unit has been acknowledged as being On-Scene.
Transport
*Based on Units with a Transport time
Jurisdiction Ambulance Responses
DRM 22
EMC 355
JFK 1
Total: 378
Ambulance Mutual Aid Given
DRM 9
EMC 120
JFK 1
Total: 130
Ambulance Mutual Aid Received
DRM 5
EMC 85
JFK 2
Total: 92
Mutual Aid
*Unit responses
Jurisdiction Units Responses
555Engine
663Medic
179Patrol
7Squad
117Truck/Quint
1,521Total:
Mutual Aid Given
238Engine
241Medic
88Patrol
4Squad
50Truck/Quint
621Total:
Mutual Aid Received
1Breathing Support
12Chief
316Engine
1Environmental Health
1HazMat
197Medic
5PIO
4Squad
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1Truck/Quint
538Total:
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Truck Report
T33 recorded 117 responses in City of Palm Desert from 12/1/2022 1:40:12 PM to
12/31/2022 1:40:12 PMT86 recorded 1 responses in City of Palm Desert from 12/1/2022 1:40:12 PM to 12/31/2022
1:40:12 PMSignificant Incidents
On , CAL FIRE / Riverside County Fire Department responded to an inaccessible rescue at the Cap
Homme / Ralph Adams Park (Homestead Trailhead) in the city of Palm Desert. The first arriving fire
resource was notified by bystanders that there was an adult male 1/4 mile up the trail suffering a
medical emergency. Fire crews made patient contact and UTV 33 was used to bring the patient down the
hill to an awaiting ambulance. CHP helicopter H60 arrived on scene of the incident but was not utilized.
The patient was assessed, treated and transported to a local area hospital in moderate condition. There
were no firefighters injured on this incident.
22CARRU181180
On , CAL FIRE / Riverside County Fire Department responded to a traffic collision cut and rescue at the
entrance gate to the Ironwood Country Club. The first fire resource arrived on scene to find one vehicle
on its side with two victims trapped. Vehicle stabilization and airbags were utilized to extricate the
victims from the vehicle. Both victims were transported to a local area trauma center in minor condition.
The main entrance to Ironwood Country Club will be closed for an unknown amount of time. The scene
has been turned over to RSO. No firefighters were injured on this incident.
22CARRU185295
On , CAL FIRE / Riverside County Fire Department responded to a traffic collision cut and rescue at the
intersection of Fred Waring Drive and Adonis Drive in the city of Palm Desert. The first arriving fire
resource reported a two-vehicle traffic collision with major damage and three people trapped. Upon
further assessment of the patients, it was determined that all three patients from one vehicle had
succumbed to their injuries. The driver of the second vehicle was transported to a local area trauma
center in major condition. Fred Waring Drive between Monterey and Town Center Way will be closed for
the next 3 hours for investigation. There were no firefighter injuries on this incident.
22CARRU191174
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2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 5 Year Trends
Incident Type
Commercial Fire 9 7 3 2 10
False Alarm 825 988 791 853 838 11.75 % of total incidents
Haz Mat 47 12 7638 12 12
Medical 7818 8066 7638 7980 8716
Multi-Fam Dwelling Fire 4 10 6 3 2
Other Fire 35 45 42 43 46
Other Misc 14 13 14 18 12
Public Service Assist 524 457 498 574 663
Residential Fire 15 17 19 22 20
Rescue 14 22 25 22 24
Ringing Alarm 52 60 44 42 39
Standby 70 83 73 74 61
Traffic Collision 400 386 311 373 389
Vehicle Fire 19 24 17 34 17
Wildland Fire 5 7 15 16 16
Incident Total 9851 10197 9508 10068 10865 1014 Increase in Incidents
Percentage Change 3.50%6.70%5.90%8%10% Increase
Incident Total Change 346 689 560 797 1,014
Average Response Time 3.84 3.94 4.2 4.16 4.28 .44 Minutes
Fractile Percentage 83.9 81.8 78.7 79.58 75.83 8.07%
Mutual Aid Units Given 4997 5442 4352 5082 6586 26459 Mutual Aid Units Given
Mutual Aid Units Received 6199 6601 5839 6099 7289 32027 Mutual Aid Units Received
Ambulance Transports unavailable 5758 5178 5626 5952 194 Transports Increase
Transport Mutual Aid Given unavailable 1372 1077 1198 1649 5296 Transport Mutual Aid Given
Transport Mutual Aid Received unavailable 1201 1121 1337 1646 5305 Transport Mutual Aid Received
Palm Desert Annual Fire Department Statistics
Bill Weiser
Jurisdiction Summary for City of Palm Desert
Fire Chief
Riverside County Fire Department/ CAL FIRE
10/1/2022 1:43:33 PM to 12/31/2022 1:43:33 PM
Incident Response Activity
*At least 1 Resource Dispatched
#Incident Type
Com Fire 3
False Alarm 247
Haz Mat 3
Medical 2,244
Multi-Fam Dwelling Fire 1
Other Fire 9
Other Misc 4
Public Service Assist 213
Res Fire 4
Rescue 6
Ringing Alarm 12
Standby 19
Traffic Collision 112
Vehicle Fire 3
Wildland Fire 4
2,884Incident Total
Average Enroute to On-Scene Time
*Units Responding Charlie, Delta, Bravo, Echo, Code 3
27
462 1,443
2
4.29 74.61
<5 Minutes +5 Minutes
+10 Minutes +20 Minutes
Average Min % 0 to 5 Min
Enroute Time: Unit has been acknowledged as responding.
On-Scene Time: Unit has been acknowledged as being On-Scene.
Transport
*Based on Units with a Transport time
Jurisdiction Ambulance Responses
DRM 65
EMC 963
JFK 5
Total: 1,033
Ambulance Mutual Aid Given
DRM 33
EMC 400
JFK 4
Total: 437
Ambulance Mutual Aid Received
DRM 29
EMC 377
JFK 6
Total: 412
Mutual Aid
*Unit responses
Jurisdiction Units Responses
1,640Engine
1,807Medic
524Patrol
18Squad
334Truck/Quint
4,323Total:
Mutual Aid Given
639Engine
749Medic
245Patrol
9Squad
150Truck/Quint
1,792Total:
Mutual Aid Received
4Breathing Support
69Chief
1,009Engine
3Environmental Health
2HazMat
807Medic
5Patrol
17PIO
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1Safety
5Squad
5Truck/Quint
1,927Total:
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Truck Report
T33 recorded 334 responses in City of Palm Desert from 10/1/2022 1:43:33 PM to
12/31/2022 1:43:33 PMT442 recorded 1 responses in City of Palm Desert from 10/1/2022 1:43:33 PM to 12/31/2022
1:43:33 PMT86 recorded 4 responses in City of Palm Desert from 10/1/2022 1:43:33 PM to 12/31/2022
1:43:33 PMSignificant Incidents
On , Units from CALFIRE / Riverside County Fire, and the City of Palm Desert responded to reports of
smoke on the first and second floor of a commercial three story hotel. The first arriving Company Officer
reported visible smoke from the first floor of the rear of the structure with evacuations in progress. The
fire was discovered in a commercial laundry dryer, and contained to the drum. as a precaution,
approximately 100 guest were evacuation while crews checked for fire extension. Firefighters remained
on scene to ventilate the rooms and help restore the alarm system. Guest were allowed to return to their
rooms about an hour after the incident began. City official will need to follow up in the morning for a
building and fire inspection and fire. There were no reports of injuries to civilians or firefighters on
conclusion of the incident.
22CARRU150707
On , CAL Fire/Riverside County Firefighters responded to a reported outside fire in the City of Palm
Desert. Upon arrival the first arriving engine company reported multiple vehicles and palm tress on fire
threatening a residential quadplex. Fire personnel were able to contain the fire to the outside of the
structure and limit the spread to only the initial vehicles and palm trees. There were no civilian or
firefighter injuries.
22CARRU159724
On , CAL FIRE / Riverside County firefighters responded to a residential structure fire in the 10 block of
San Felipe Drive in the city of Palm Desert. The first engine company reported heavy smoke and fire
coming from the garage of single story, single family residence. An aggressive and coordinated fire
attack was made and the fire was contained within 30 minutes after arrival of the first in engine
company. One family of two will be displaced from the residence but declined assistance from Red
Cross. Palm Desert Building and Safety Department has been notified to red tag the residence. There
were no civilian or firefighter injuries on this incident.
22CARRU161605
On , CALFIRE/Riverside County Firefighters were dispatched to a commercial structure fire in the 73000
block of El Paseo Drive in the City of Palm Desert. The first due Company Officer reported a 2 story
commercial structure with smoke and fire coming from both floors. 3 total alarms were ordered and
Firefighters are working to extinguish the fire. Firefighters will be on scene for several hours. There
were no reports of civilian or firefighter injuries.
22CARRU166959
On , CAL FIRE / Riverside County Fire Department responded to a commercial vehicle fire at the Burrtec
vehicle storage facility in the city of Palm Desert. The first arriving fire resource reported 2 full size trash
trucks well involved with fire with multiple exposures. Fire department resources extended hose lines
and surrounded the fire quickly halting the spread of fire to additional vehicles and infrastructure. Fire
department resources will remain on scene for 1 hour checking for hotspots. There were no civilian or
firefighter injuries on this fire.
22CARRU169303
On , Units from CALFIRE / Riverside County Fire, and the City of Palm Desert responded to a reported
vehicle into a structure at 72525 Desert Flower Drive in the City of Palm Desert. The first arriving
Company Officer reported on vehicle off the roadway, upside down and into a residential structure with
an actively leaking natural gas line. The driver was extricated, treated, and transported to a local trauma
center for further evaluation. The homeowners were not present at the time of the incident. City of Palm
Desert Building officials were requested to inspect the structure for stability .
22CARRU172063
On , CAL FIRE / Riverside County Fire Department responded to an inaccessible rescue at the Cap
Homme / Ralph Adams Park (Homestead Trailhead) in the city of Palm Desert. The first arriving fire
resource was notified by bystanders that there was an adult male 1/4 mile up the trail suffering a
medical emergency. Fire crews made patient contact and UTV 33 was used to bring the patient down the
hill to an awaiting ambulance. CHP helicopter H60 arrived on scene of the incident but was not utilized.
The patient was assessed, treated and transported to a local area hospital in moderate condition. There
were no firefighters injured on this incident.
22CARRU181180
On , CAL FIRE / Riverside County Fire Department responded to a traffic collision cut and rescue at the
entrance gate to the Ironwood Country Club. The first fire resource arrived on scene to find one vehicle
on its side with two victims trapped. Vehicle stabilization and airbags were utilized to extricate the
victims from the vehicle. Both victims were transported to a local area trauma center in minor condition.
The main entrance to Ironwood Country Club will be closed for an unknown amount of time. The scene
has been turned over to RSO. No firefighters were injured on this incident.
22CARRU185295
On , CAL FIRE / Riverside County Fire Department responded to a traffic collision cut and rescue at the
intersection of Fred Waring Drive and Adonis Drive in the city of Palm Desert. The first arriving fire
resource reported a two-vehicle traffic collision with major damage and three people trapped. Upon
further assessment of the patients, it was determined that all three patients from one vehicle had
succumbed to their injuries. The driver of the second vehicle was transported to a local area trauma
center in major condition. Fred Waring Drive between Monterey and Town Center Way will be closed for
the next 3 hours for investigation. There were no firefighter injuries on this incident.
22CARRU191174
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CITY OF PALM DESERT
CODE COMPLIANCE DIVISION
SHORT- TERM RENTAL ACTIVITY REPORT
Pedro Rodriguez
Code Compliance Supervisor
prodriguez@cityofpalmdesert.org
760-776-6442
CODE COMPLIANCE DIVISION
SHORT-TERM RENTAL ACTIVITY REPORT
This reporting period will reflect proactive patrols and investigations for the month
of November.
Code Compliance swing shift officer performed 1265 routine proactive patrols including
monitoring short-term rental properties and responding to complaints regarding short-
term rental violations. He performed and responded to 195 routine and after-hours code
compliance complaints. During this reporting period, no citations were issued for
operating and/or advertising a short-term rental without a valid permit. Three citations
were issued for routine code compliance violations.
December-22
Total Inspections
Routine Proactive STR inspections 1265
Code Compliance Routine After-hours Complaints 195
TOTAL INSPECTIONS 1460
Citations Issued
Operating without a Short-term Rental Permit 0
Unruly Gathering/Noise Disturbance 0
No Onsite Owner 0
Occupancy Violation (minimum number of days) 0
Occupancy Violation (maximum number of guest) 0
Failure to Respond within 30 Minutes 0
Failure to Renew Short-Term Rental Permit 0
Failure to Remove Waste Container/Debris 0
Other Operational Violations 0
Other Citations 3
TOTAL CITATIONS ISSUED
0
Short-Term Rental Citations and Fines
Citations issued 0
Fines issued $0
Fines Collected $5000
December 2022
1460
1265
195
0
200
400
600
800
1000
1200
1400
1600
Total Inspections STR Inspections Code Cases
0
0.5
1
1.5
2
2.5
3
3.5
Total Citations Issued No STR Permit Operational Violations Other Citations
CITATIONS ISSUED
Division: Emergency Services Division Staff Name: Joshua Holkesvig
Service Area: City of Palm Desert Reporting Period: December 14 - January 25, 2023
In support of the City of Palm Desert’s, Emergency Preparedness Program, I engaged in, or completed, the
following activities during the reporting period:
•Community Outreach:
o Continued HOA radio testing. The next test cycle will be on February 8th, 2022
o Meeting with Coachella Valley Disaster Preparedness Network
•City Internal Activities:
o Participated in the City of Palm Desert Public Safety Commission meeting to discuss a variety of safety initiatives
o Represented the city at the Riverside County Emergency Managers Meeting
o AED's serviced and pads replaced
o EOC Tabletop Exercise scheduled for January 31
o City Communications Plan
o Radio Audit and Evaluation
o Emergency Management Mutual Aid Training
o Working with Riverside County Fire/Cal Fire, Riverside County Sheriff & EMD on LHMP
o Continuing to work with J. Barron (EMD) for EMPG Funding
o Updated Amateur radio platform in the EOC
o Mass Notification Emergency Alert Program through Nixle platform
o Corporate Yard for Alternate Emergency Operations Center
•Future Activities:
o Emergency Operations Plan Updates in final review
o New emergency cell phones for staff
o Communication plan
o Communications Audit and Evaluation
o Local Hazard Mitigation Plan
o Mass Care and Shelter Plan
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COPS Mem bers P atro l Hours -2022 Year-To-Date 12/31/2022
Palm Desert Citizens on Patrol (COPS) – Monthly Patrol Area Breakdown R eport from OCTOBER to DECEMBER 2022
LOCATION
HOVLEY GARDENS/SOCCER PARK, FALCON CREST A1 10 8 14
GUTHY-R ENKER DISTRICT A2 9 6 14
CARLOTTA AREA A3 6 5 8
BEACON HILL A4 8 7 9
FREEDOM PARK A5 13 8 10
C.C. BUSINESS PARK A6 9 6 8
DESERT COUNTRY PLAZA A7 9 6 13
JOE MANN PARK A8 11 6 12
CALIF ORNIA VILLAS A9 8 6 12
PALM DESERT COUNTRY CLUB A10 10 6 11
DESERT ROSE HOUSING B1 7 9 9
CIVIC CENTER PARK/CITYHALL B2 14 12 22
AQUATIC CENTER B3 11 9 15
COMMUNITY PARK/MAG FALLS B4 10 7 14
F CATALINA GARDENS APARTMENTS B5 10 11 16
R SANTA ROSA CITY PROPERTIES B6 9 10 14
E JOSLYN CENTER B7 13 10 16
Q PALMA VILLIAGE PARK B8 15 9 19
U TAOS APARTMENTS B9 10 7 16
E ALBERTSONS B10 6 9 18
N CANDLEWOOD APARTMENTS C1 9 9 10
C WASHINGTON CHARTER SCHOOL C2 16 8 15
Y CAHUILLA HILLS PARK C3 10 8 9
INDIAN CREEK VILLAS C4 8 7 9
O CAP HOMME PARK C5 9 7 13
F MES A VIEW AREA C6 8 5 11
SILVER SPUR RANCH C7 7 6 10
P HAYSTACK DRIVE AREA C8 9 4 12
A IRONWOOD PARK C9 9 4 12
T WILLOW/BUR SERA WAY C10 7 4 8
R COSTCO SHOPPING CENTER D1 13 7 14
O WALMART SHOPPING CENTER D2 15 11 17
L DINAH SHORE INDUSTRIAL AREA D3 10 7 8
S UNIVERSITYPAR K/DOG PARK D4 11 6 6
UNIVERSITY VILLIAGE SHOPPING CENTER D5 11 5 5
DESERT SPRINGS MARKET PLACE D6 9 9 11
BRISTOL F ARMS, HOVLEY WES T/SAGEWOOD D7 8 8 15
LAS S ERENAS APARTMENTS D8 3 5 12
RESIDENTIAL ARAS S OF HWY 111/E OF HWY 74 E1 9 9 11
PALMS TO PINES/WEST EL PASEO E2 11 14 13
CHAMBER OF COMMERCE E3 12 12 12
DESERT CROSSING SHOPPING CENTER E4 17 20 27
BUMP AND GRIND TRAIL HEAD E5 17 22 32
LAS S OMBRAS/OLIVE GARDEN E6 15 20 25
WARING PLAZA E7 10 15 19
ONE QUAIL PLACE E8 9 3 8
TOWN CENTER WAY/NORDSTROMS E9 12 14 18
WESTFIELD MALL AREA E10 11 12 21
DESERT POINTE APARTMENTS E11 5 4 8
EL PASEO SHOPPING AREA/N AND S PARKING LOTSE12 11 14 29
CV LINK E13 3 2 6
PATROL AREAS
AVERAGE VISITS 10 9 14
COLOR LEGEND OCT NOV DEC
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10
15
20
25
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A1 A2 A3 A4 A5 A6 A7 A8 A9 A10 B1 B2 B3 B4 B5 B6 B7 B8 B9 B10 C1 C2 C3 C4 C5 C6 C7 C8 C9 C10 D1 D2 D3 D4 D5 D6 D7 D8 E1 E2 E3 E4 E5 E6 E7 E8 E9 E10 E11 E12 E13
Palm Desert Citizens on Patrol (COPS) – Monthly Patrol Area Breakdown Report from OCT to DEC 2022
Area A 15.70 NOV DEC DEC Area D 17.25 NOV DEC DEC
Hovley Gardens/Falcon Crest 10 8 14 Costco Shopping Area 13 7 14
Guthy-Renker District 9 6 14 Walmart Shopping Area 15 11 17
Carlotta Area 6 5 8 Dinah Shore Industrial Area 10 7 8
Beacon Hill Business Area 8 7 9 University Park/Dog Park 11 6 6
Freedom Park 13 8 10 University Village Shopping Center 11 5 5
Country Club Business Park 9 6 8 Desert Springs Market/Desert Willow 9 9 11
Desert Country Plaza 9 6 13 Bristol/Hovley West/Sagewood 8 8 15
Joe Mann Park 11 6 12 Las Serenas Apartments 3 5 12
California Villas 8 6 12 TOTAL 80 58 88
Palm Desert Country Club 10 6 11 Avg.10.0 7.3 11
TOTAL 93 64 111 Area E 30.3
Avg 9.3 6.4 11.1 Res. Area S of Hwy 111/E of Hwy 74 9 9 11
Area B 19.8 Palms to Pines/West El Paseo 11 14 13
Desert Rose Housing 7 9 9 Chamber of Commerce 12 12 12
Civic Center Park/City Hall 14 12 22 Desert Crossing Shopping Center 17 20 27
Aquatic Center 11 9 15 Bump and Grind Trailhead 17 22 32
Community Park/Mag Falls 10 7 14 Las Sombras/Olive Garden 15 20 25
Catalina Gardens Apartments 10 11 16 Waring Plaza 10 15 19
Santa Rosa/City Properties 9 10 14 One Quail Place 9 3 8
Joslyn Center 13 10 16 Town Center Way/Nordstrom 12 14 18
Palma Village Park 15 9 19 Westfield Mall Area 11 12 21
Taos Palms Apartments 10 7 16 Desert Pointe Apartments 5 4 8
Albertsons/Deep Canyon 6 9 18 El Paseo Shopping Area/N & S Lots 11 14 29
TOTAL 105 93 159 CV Link 3 2 6
Avg 105 10.5 9.3 TOTAL 142 161 229
Area C 15.4 Avg.10.9 12.4 17.6
Candlewood/Peppertree 9 9 10
Washington Charter 16 8 15 AREA TOTAL COMPARISON
Cahuilla Hills Park 10 8 9 NOV DEC DEC Avg /area section
Indian Creek Villas 8 7 9 AREA A 93 64 111 89
Cap Homme Park 9 7 13 AREA B 105 105 159 123
Mesa View Area 8 5 11 AREA C 92 62 109 88
Silver Spur Ranch 7 6 10 AREA D 80 80 88 83
Haystack Drive Area 9 4 12 AREA E 142 161 229 177
Ironwood Park 9 4 12 512 472 696
Willow/Bursers Area 7 4 8
TOTAL 92 62 109
Avg 9.2 6.2 10.9
HOLIDAY THEFT SUPPRESSION REPORT 2022
MEMBER VEHICLE VISABLE GARAGE MISC.TOTAL
DATE ID UNSECURED PROPERTY DOORS MISC EXPLANATION OF MISC.WRITTEN
ALLEY V764 1 12 5 PEOPLE I NQUI RING ABOUT PRO GRAM 18
BELL V768 1 7 0 8
BELL V768 1 5 0 6
BELL V768 2 4 0 6DavisV7231001DavisV7230606Davis / Doolittle V723/V722 0 8 0 8Davis / Doolittle V723/V722 0 15 0 15Davis / Doolittle V723/V722 0 0 0 0DoolittleV722213015MacFarlandV7010517PEOPLE I NQUI RING ABOUT PRO GRAM 22MacFarlandV7010514PEOPLE I NQUI RING ABOUT PRO GRAM 19MacFarlandV70131720PEOPLE I NQUI RING ABOUT PRO GRAM 40MacFarlandV701429033MacFarlandV701257PEOPLE I NQUI RING ABOUT PRO GRAM 14MacFarlandV7010022PEOPLE I NQUI RING ABOUT PRO GRAM 22MacFarlandV7013609MacFarlandV701117018MacFarland - Scarna V701/V731 0 18 0 18PickeringV7700808Pickering/S tone V703/V771 0 19 0 19ScarnaV73100303ScarnaV731007070
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TOTALS 21 199 10 85 TOTAL F OR 2021 315
TO DATE, MEMBERS WALKED APPROXIMATELY 15.75 MILES
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Volunteer Applications Received for the Month/ In Progress:
Number of Mem bers in Training:
Vacation Home Checks Done During the Month:
H. Special Evens:
G. Vacation H ome Check Program:
F. Number of Flyers/Posters/Banners Removed from City areas:
E. Number of Citations/Yellow Courtesy Warnings Given:
Total Number of Patrols Conducted During Month
Current Members in The Program
B. Total COPS Incidents Responded to from Scanner Observation:
Total Hours Patrolled During Month
Shopping Carts
Traffic Accident
Code Violations
Graffiti
D. Number of Incidents Reported to City For Action:
C. Number of Incidents Reported to Sheriff's Dept. F or Action:
Citations
Flyers/Poster/B anners
Vacation Homes In Program During the Month
Traffic Control Assistance for Road Debris
Traffic Control Assistance for Road Debris:
Other:
Back Up Motor Officer
Suspicious Person
Suspicious/Disabled Vehicle
Back Up Cal Fire:
Responded But Not Needed:
Other:
PALM DESERT CITIZENS ON PATR OL (COPS) MONTHLY R EPORT FOR THE MONTH OF: DECEMBER 2022
TRAS H AND HOMELESS ABANDONED VEHICLES
I. Major Events and/or Incidents:
J. Manpower Utilized During the Month / Members Stats
K. Other:
ABANDONED APPLIANCES REPORTED ANIMAL CONTR OL CONTACTED
C. Number of Incidents Reported to Sheriff's Dept. For Action:
D. Number of Incidents R eported to City For Action:
C.+ D. = Total Number of Incidents R eported to City, Sheriff, etc.:
E. Number of Citations Issued / Yellow Warning Citations Issued:
F. Number of Flyers/Posters/B anners Removed from City areas:
A. Total COPS Requests Received From Dispatch:
MANPOWER AND INCIDENT PREPORT
1. Total Hours Patrolled (Patrols are usually 4-6 hours):
2. Total Number of Patrols Conducted:
3. Numbers of Mem bers in Program:
A. R equests R eceived from Sheriff's Dept. Dispatch for Assistance:
B. Number of Incidents R esponded to F rom Scanner and Via Observation:
Traffic Control Assistance for Accidents
Traffic Control Assistance for Disabled Vehicle
Traffic Control Assistance for Accidents
Traffic Control Assistance for Disabled Vehicle
CITY OF PALM DESERT
ATTENDANCE REPORT
Advisory Body:
Prepared By:
Year 2022 2022 2022 2022 2022 2022 2022 2022 2022 2022 2022 2022
Month Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
Date 1/12 2/9 3/9 4/13 5/11 6/8 7/13 8/10 9/14 10/12 11/9 12/14
Alley, Jeff-Vice Chairman A P P P P P n/a n/a P P P P 1 1
Bindman, Gary P P P P P P n/a n/a P P P P 0 0
Butts, Joseph P P P P P P n/a n/a P P P P 0 0
Kramer, Terry P P P E P E n/a n/a P E P P 2 0
Trubee, Evan //////n/a n/a P P P P 0 0
Luhring, Douglas P P P P P P n/a n/a A P P P 0 1
Tarylor, Frank- Chair P P A P P P n/a n/a P P P P 1 1
Palm Desert Municipal Code 2.34.010:
P Present
A Absent
E Excused
n/a No meeting
Monthly: Three unexcused absences from regular meetings in any twelve-month period shall constitute an automatic resignation of members
holding office on boards that meet monthly.
Chris Escobedo
Erika Castellano
Total
Absences
Total
Unexcused
Absences
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CITY OF PALM DESERT
INFORMATIONAL MEMO
To: Public Safety Commission
From: Chris Escobedo, Assistant City Manager
Date: January 25, 2023
Subject: COMMISSION ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES AND 2023 WORKPLAN
Following November 9, 2022, Public Safety Commission discussion regarding roles and
a work plan, staff reached out to Commissioners to collect the individual items they
would like to discuss. These items pertain to roles and functions during the meeting as
well as items for the Commission to discuss in establishing their 2023 work plan.
At the meeting, the City Clerk will present on roles, and responsibilities and discuss best
practices on City Commissions. This will be an opportunity for the Commissioners to
ask questions and discuss how they would like to structure their meetings going
forward.
On the 2023 work plan, below you find a table of the items that were shared with staff.
Agenda, Roles, and Responsibilities
A Focus on Consent Calendar: Where we place emphasis on items.
B The primary function of the Public Safety Commission: What is the purpose
of the commission and its goal?
C Role of commission, staff supports, and liaison
D List of months commission will not be active during summer
E 60-day notice in advance on items the City wishes commissioners to review
F Review of budget, annual review of events (with 60-day notice)
G Copy of Prior Year Budget
H Discuss what items can and cannot be brought up during public meetings.
I Questions/Comments on Monthly Reports be submitted to Staff in advance
J Questions are noted in the agenda and staff address during the meeting
Information and Support from Staff
K Contract City Rates vs Future Impact on Service
Review of Fire Services
L Fire Budget
M
Request for Police/Fire to provide additional updates/speak if they have
anything else they would like to add to the meeting/agenda
N New Fire Station Staffing
O Paramedic Unit Response for Assisted Living Facilities
Review of Law Enforcement Services
P Police Budget
Q Sheriff Staffing
R Community Oriented Policing
S Sheriff Response Time Issues
T Traffic Enforcement vs Traffic Calming
U Traffic Impacts with Arena Opening
V
Request for Police/Fire to provide additional updates/speak if they have
anything else they would like to add to the meeting/agenda
W Budget including unfunded liabilities related to contract rate
Staff will provide an overview presentation of the work plan items so the Commission as
a group can determine its work plan for 2023.