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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMayJune 2022 Brightside NewsletterMAY/JUNE 2022 FREE PALM DESERT DAY AT AIR MUSEUM CITY SUPPORTING LOW- INCOME HOME OWNERSHIP ENJOY COFFEE WITH THE MAYOR CENSUS REDISTRICTING CREATES NEW COUNCIL DISTRICTS SHRED SENSITIVE DOCUMENTS AT FREE EVENT CITY OFFERS EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS TRAINING FOOD WASTE COMPOSTING COMING SOON LOWER YOUR UTILITY BILLS BY SHIFTING USAGE A PUBLICATION OF THE CITY OF PALM DESERT The big music festivals may be gone until next year, but music lovers can still enjoy live music under the stars throughout May thanks to the return of Palm Desert’s Spring Concerts in the Park. The excitement kicks off at the Civic Center Park Amphitheater at a new, earlier time, 6:30 p.m., on Thursday, May 5, with a performance by SantanaWays. Dubbed “the ultimate Santana tribute band,” SantanaWays pays homage to the music of Santana by emphasizing the heart and soul in the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame band’s extensive musical catalogue. With their electrifying Latin and blues rock, SantanaWays brings to life the rhythms and sounds of music that reaches across decades and generations. On stage from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. every Thursday in May, Palm Desert’s Spring Concerts will feature a variety of talented musical acts designed to please music lovers of all ages and tastes. Other concert series performances include high-energy 80s chart-toppers from Flashback Heart Attack (May 12), and crowd-pleasing country favorites from the Kelly Rae Band (May 19). The season will wrap up on May 26 with hard-driving hits from Legends of Classic Rock, a band comprised of musicians who’ve played with White Lion, Ratt, Steppenwolf, Rod Stewart, Alice Cooper, Quiet Riot, Dokken, and Great White. The kick off of the free Concerts in the Park series also means the return of food trucks to Civic Center Park. Concertgoers are encouraged to sample the trucks’ culinary creations or bring picnic baskets along with their blankets or lawn chairs to enjoy the shows. Alcoholic beverages and smoking are prohibited at Civic Center Park. Family YMCA of the Desert will once again be on hand to lead children’s games and activities before each of the four shows. FREE SPRING CONCERTS RETURN TO CIVIC CENTER PARK Civic Center Park is located on the northeast corner of San Pablo Avenue and Fred Waring Drive. For more information, please call 760-568-1441. Going out of town? Palm Desert’s Vacation Home Check Program provides residents with enhanced security during extended vacations. Citizens On Patrol (COPs) volunteers patrol registered single- family homes in non-gated neighborhoods when residents are away for two weeks or more. Information & registration: 760-862-9848 Save the date for fireworks! The City of Palm Desert plans to light up the night sky to mark Independence Day on Monday, July 4. Information: 760-346-0611, ext. 425 Mark your calendar for Saturday, July 23 when Palm Desert residents will once again have a chance to save lives and represent their city at Lifestream’s 9 Cities Challenge Blood Drive taking place at the Palm Desert Community Center. Information: lstream.org/9cities/ Palm Desert residents are invited to enjoy a day at the Palm Springs Air Museum free of charge on Sunday, May 15, as the popular attraction celebrates Palm Desert Day. Named by CNN Travel as one of the top 14 aviation museums in the world, the Palm Springs Air Museum has over 70 flyable and static aircraft on display inside four climate-controlled hangars and outside on the tarmac. Recently, the museum unveiled the Jim Houston Pavilion featuring the F-117 Nighthawk Stealth Bomber along with exhibits on stealth technology. Many of the museum’s docents are veterans who are willing to share their experiences with visitors. In addition to the aircraft displays, the museum uses permanent and temporary exhibits, related artifacts, artwork, and library sources to tell the history of the World War II, Korea, and the Vietnam War eras. To receive free admission, Palm Desert residents must show proof of residency in the form of a California Driver’s License or California Identification Card. Museum hours are 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. One of the priorities in the City of Palm Desert’s Strategic Plan is to help ensure the development of high-quality housing for people at all income levels. To fulfill that vision, the City has partnered with the Coachella Valley Housing Coalition (CVHC) to help provide a chance at home ownership for people who might otherwise never have dreamed of moving into their own new home. CVHC, a nonprofit housing coalition, will develop 14 single-family, detached homes on lots donated by the City. The homes will be made available at an affordable cost to very low- and low-income first-time homebuyers through CVHC’s Self-Help program. Home buyer families form an informal association and agree to help each other build their homes with technical assistance provided by a competent construction supervisor. The 14 new Palm Desert homes will be made available to qualified households that include a member currently employed within the jurisdiction of the City of Palm Desert. As part of the project, the City has also set aside $350,000 that will allow the City to provide up to $25,000 in additional assistance to qualifying very low- and low- income first-time homebuyers. The transfer of City-owned lots to CVHC is the latest example of the City’s pledge to help provide housing for all. This commitment to affordable housing is also illustrated by the City’s two ownership opportunity projects as well as the more than 1,100 City-owned rental housing units located throughout Palm Desert. For more information about the new Self- Help homes and to place your name on an interest list, please call CVHC at 760-347-3157 or visit www.cvhc.org. Mother’s Day May 8 Armed Forces Day May 21 Memorial Day May 30 Flag Day June 14 Father’s Day June 19 Dates to Remember CITY SUPPORTING HOME OWNERSHIP ACROSS INCOME LEVELS PALM SPRINGS AIR MUSEUM HOSTS PALM DESERT DAY MAY & JUNE 2022 ARTISTS CENTER AT THE GALEN 72567 Highway 111 760-565-6130 Wednesday – Sunday, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. artistscouncil.com Upcoming Exhibitions Young Artists Exhibition: Continues through Sunday, May 15 “Homage to Collage” Pop-Up Show and Sale: Wednesday, May 18 – Sunday, June 26 Workshops Embracing a Creative Life, a Health & Wellness Art Workshop: Wednesday, May 11 and June 8, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. Drawing in Pastels with Meridy Volz: Wednesdays, 10 a.m. – 12 noon, through June 29 Watercolor for Beginners & Beyond: Wednesdays, 1:30 – 4 p.m.; Fridays, 1 – 3:30 p.m. Realistic Oil & Acrylic Painting: Thursdays 1 – 3:30 p.m., Fridays 10 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Information: artistscouncil.com CSUSB PALM DESERT CAMPUS 37500 Cook Street 760-341-2883 pdc.csusb.edu Monday-Friday: 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. Closed Memorial Day, May 30 Summer Hours begin on Monday, June 6 Monday-Thursday: 7 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. Closed Fridays Educational Programs Bachelor’s and master’s degrees, a doctorate in educational leadership, teaching credentials and certificates. New programs include Hospitality Management, Entrepreneurship, and Cybersecurity. Information: csusb.edu/pdc/our-programs CITY OF PALM DESERT Palm Desert Civic Center 73510 Fred Waring Drive 760-346-0611 Open Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. www.cityofpalmdesert.org www.DiscoverPalmDesert.com Visitor Services 760-568-1441 Short Term Rental Hotline 760-862-6900 Code Compliance Hotline 760-776-6360 Report Graffiti 760-776-6450 Palm Desert Police Department Call 911 for emergencies Non-emergencies: 760-836-1600 Palm Desert In Touch Get information on City meetings, parks, trails, and public art, plus identify issues including graffiti and code violations and report them directly to City staff. Information: cityofpalmdesert.org/intouch Engage Palm Desert The City’s civic engagement platform allows residents a chance to ask questions, share comments, and contribute ideas on City projects. Here’s what’s new this month: Incentives for Palm Desert Businesses 2022 State of the City Address Haystack Traffic Calming and Safety Study Mature Adult Programs The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) offers non- credit, university-level courses for adults age 50+. Experience all the fun of learning with no homework, no tests, and no grades. Membership also includes fun events, interest groups and travel opportunities. Information: csusb.edu/OLLI or 909-537-8270 Campus Organizations Join the Cal State University Associates and become a member of a premier organization of campus supporters. Enjoy monthly educational and enlightening speaker events throughout the season. The majority of membership dues support student scholarships. Information: CalStateUniversityAssociates.com COACHELLA VALLEY ANIMAL CAMPUS 72050 Pet Land Place, Thousand Palms 760-343-3644 rcdas.org Services include animal adoption and licensing. COLLEGE OF THE DESERT 43500 Monterey Avenue 760-346-8041 collegeofthedesert.edu COD Street Fair Hours through May 29: Saturday and Sunday, 8 a.m. – 2 p.m. Hours from June 4 – 26: Saturday and Sunday, 8 a.m. – 12 noon Closed July and August Information: 760-636-7957 or codaastreetfair.com COD Veterans Resource Center 760-773-2536 Monday – Thursday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. Friday, 8 a.m. – 12 p.m. Provides critical services for veterans and their dependents to support their success, retention, and educational needs. Palm Desert Resident Cards Palm Desert Resident Cards for use at Desert Willow Golf Resort are issued by Desert Recreation District at the Palm Desert Community Center. City residents who would like to get a new or renewed card may visit the community center during business hours with the necessary documentation (California ID or Driver’s License, plus a utility bill with a Palm Desert address). More information: cityofpalmdesert. org/departments/special-programs/ desert-willow-golf-resort Golf Center at Palm Desert 74945 Sheryl Avenue 760-779-1877 golfcenterpd.com Home of the First Tee of the Coachella Valley youth golf program includes 9-hole par three course, driving range with chipping and putting greens, foot golf, and more. DESERT ROSE SOCIETY desertrosesociety.com The Desert Rose Society prunes the Rose Garden at Civic Center Park. Scan the QR code found on the sign in the rose garden to bring up a map identifying the varieties. The Society will resume its monthly meeting on the second Tuesday of the month beginning in September. DESERT SANDS UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT 47950 Dune Palms Road, La Quinta 760-777-4200 dsusd.us Last day of school for DSUSD: Friday, June 3. Summer school begins: Wednesday, June 8. DESERT WILLOW GOLF RESORT 38995 Desert Willow Drive 760-346-0015 desertwillow.com Visit their website for current hours Dining The Terrace at Desert Willow Golf Resort Unique, tasteful, handcrafted cuisine paired with one of the most scenic outdoor dining venues in Palm Desert. View menus and hours of operation online. Information: desertwillow.com/TheTerrace Mother’s Day Brunch Sunday, May 8 All moms deserve a treat, and nothing compares to Desert Willow’s lavish Mother’s Day champagne brunch. Enjoy unique, tasteful, handcrafted cuisine and a complimentary glass of champagne. Menu and pricing: desertwillow.com/MothersDay Golf Enjoy award-winning championship golf at Desert Willow Golf Resort. Contact the pro shop or go online to book your tee times. Information: 760-346-7060, ext. 1 or desertwillow.com/teetimes City of Palm Desert Best Ball Championship The City of Palm Desert and Desert Willow Golf Resort are pleased to announce the 2022 City of Palm Desert Championship. Held over Memorial Day weekend, Saturday, May 28 and Sunday, May 29, team up to compete in TWO rounds of golf and prove you’re the best golfer in town! New this year, the City of Palm Desert Championship will be an open team event. Teams may sign up as mixed couples, male/ male, female/female, and adult/junior. Limited to the first 72 teams of two paid and registered. Palm Desert Residents: $300 per player Non-Residents: $400 per player Register Online: desertwillow.com/CityChampionship EISENHOWER MEMORY CARE CENTER 42201 Beacon Hill, Suite A 760-836-0232 eisenhowerhealth.org Monday – Friday, 7:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. Adult Day Center offering respite care for families caring for cognitively impaired adults, while providing a safe, engaging environment to those with impairments. FAMILY YMCA OF THE DESERT 43930 San Pablo Avenue 760-341-9622 ymcaofthedesert.org Summer Day Camps At the Y’s Summer Day Camps, each day is packed with the perfect mix of activities and fun. Children ages 5 – 12 will make new friends, play exciting games, and participate in activities in a structured and nurturing environment. Weekly sessions begin June 6 Adams & Carter school locations: $185 per week San Pablo location: $180 per week CREATE CENTER FOR THE ARTS 73600 Alessandro Drive 760-834-8318 createcentercv.org Tuesday – Friday, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Saturday, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. CREATE Center for the Arts provides instruction, resources, and space for artists to create together. Classes, workshops, open studio hours, and one-on-one instruction are available to artists of all ages and experience levels. DESERT RECREATION DISTRICT Palm Desert Community Center 43900 San Pablo Avenue 760-568-9697 myrecreationdistrict.com Monday – Friday, 6 a.m. – 9 p.m. Saturday, 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. Closed Sundays Summer Camp Campers 5 – 14 years old can learn new skills and build self-esteem through sports activities, creative arts and crafts, and group games. All activities are carried out under the watchful eye of the camp staff. Monday – Friday, 7:30 a.m. – 6 p.m. Session 1: June 6 – 24 Session 2: June 27 – July 15 Session 3: July 18 – August 5 Fees: $360 per three-week session, full day $140 per single week, full day $80 per single week, half day 12 – 6 p.m. Ballroom Swing & Salsa Lessons Instruction in ballroom dance, swing, salsa, foxtrot, and the cha-cha. Wednesdays, 7 – 8 p.m. May 4 – 25, June 1 – 22 18 and over $52 per month Line Dancing Wednesdays, 6 – 7 p.m. May 4 – 25, June 1 – 22 18 and over $43 per month, or $13 per day drop-in fee Tai Chi for Beginners Mondays, 12 – 12:45 p.m. May, June, July 18 and over $48 per month, or $15 per day drop-in fee Camp Oakes June 18 – 25 Big Bear Fee: $580 Camp Oakes is a unique opportunity for kids 8 – 15 years old to make friends, learn responsibility, cooperation, leadership, and respect while enjoying the exciting camp activities in a beautiful Big Bear setting. Y Rookies Basketball Kids learn the fundamentals of basketball in a non-competitive environment by learning skills and running drills. San Pablo YMCA Tuesdays, June 21 – July 26 5 or 6 p.m. Ages: 3 – 5 Fee: $110 Summer Basketball League San Pablo YMCA June 20 – July 28 Days and times vary; based on team schedule Ages: 5 – 14 Fee: $130 Jean Benson Child Development Center 75433 Orange Blossom Lane 760-836-3336 Serving children 2 – 5 years of age by supporting their unique interests, skills, and needs. They focus on the social, emotional, physical, and language development which form the basis of their lifelong learning. Information: ymcaofthedesert.org/jean- benson-child-development-center/ YMCA Golf Tournament Friday, May 13 $800 per foursome Palm Valley Country Club Reservations: ymcaofthedesert.org/ golf-tournament-2022/ THE GARDENS ON EL PASEO 73545 El Paseo 760-862-1990 thegardensonelpaseo.com HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF PALM DESERT & FIREHOUSE MUSEUM 72861 El Paseo 760-346-6588 hspd.org Open Friday – Monday, 11:00 a.m. – 3 p.m. through May Closed June – September The Historical Society’s Friday Night Lecture Series concludes on May 20 at 6 p.m. at the Portola Community Center. Check their website for program details. JOSLYN CENTER 73750 Catalina Way 760-340-3220 joslyncenter.org Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Special Event Emergency Preparedness Seminar Monday, May 23, 12 – 2 p.m. Joslyn Center Clark Auditorium RSVP: 760-340-3220 Spring Health and Wellness Fair Wednesday, May 25, 9:00 a.m. – 1 p.m. Information: 760-340-3220 On-site Programs Exercise classes, social bingo and bridge, quilting, table tennis, pickleball, meditation, personal protection, and Wednesday movie matinees. Virtual Programs Virtual programs continue including private Spanish lessons, live lectures and interactive programs including tech classes, virtual book clubs, or Zoom chats with Joslyn every Thursday. Program Information and Registration: Melanie at 760-340-3220, ext. 102 or melaniel@joslyncenter.org or visit joslyncenter.org/activities Fitness Center New low-impact, resistance machines available for individual workouts. Reservations required: 760-340-3220, ext. 117 Wellness Programs Programs include Aging Mastery Program, a comprehensive and fun approach to positive aging; Brain Boot Camp, providing lifestyle strategies and tools for participants to keep their brains vital and healthy; Mindful Living Program; Problem Solving Strategies; and Grief Recovery Method Program. Information and Registration: 760-340-3220, ext. 117 Nutrition Programs Meals on Wheels The Joslyn Center’s Meals on Wheels program provides healthy meals to seniors in Palm Desert, Sun City Palm Desert, Rancho Mirage, and Indian Wells who are unable to shop or cook for themselves. Information: 760-340-3220, ext. 110, or bobe@joslyncenter.org Penny’s Pantry Community Food Bank First and third Fridays, 7:30 – 9:30 a.m. Providing non-perishable food and fresh produce to low-income seniors. THE LIVING DESERT 47900 Portola Avenue 760-346-5694 livingdesert.org Hours through May 31: 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.; Last admission 4 p.m. Summer hours beginning June 1: 7 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.; Last admission 1 p.m. Rhino Savanna The new Rhino Savanna is home to a pair of black rhinos, Jaali and Nia. The expansive multi-species and state-of-the art habitat highlights twelve species and transports guests right to their own African safari. Australian Adventures Experience the world down under at this immersive habitat where wallabies roam freely and budgies fly above. Giraffe Feeding Through May 31: 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. June 1 – September 31: 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. $6 members/ $8 non-members per person with paid park admission Private Safari Tours Two-hour guided tours with private shuttle. Advanced reservations required. Information: livingdesert.org/tours Special Events Palm Desert Brew at the Zoo Saturday, May 7, 6:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. Enjoy beer and wine, delight in culinary creations, and listen to a variety of live music performances throughout the evening. Advanced reservations required. Tickets are $40/person and members get early admission at 6 p.m. Ticket includes one full-size beverage and entertainment; additional beverages and food may be purchased at locations around the Zoo. Tickets: livingdesert.org/Brew Summer ZooCamp For children ages 5 – 12, Summer ZooCamp features exciting and memorable activities, behind-the-scenes experiences, and more. Select weeks, June 13 – July 29; 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Advanced reservations required. Information: livingdesert.org/ZooCamp Adult Programs Paper Crafts with Michelle Community Room – Palm Desert Library Monday, May 9 and June 13, 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, May 11 and June 15, 10 a.m. – 12 noon Please visit www.rivlib.net for details. Reservations required: 760-346-6552, ext. 8112 Knot Just Knitters Drop-In Knit/Crochet Group Community Room – Palm Desert Library Start a new project or bring a work in progress. Share your skills, stories, and projects in this untutored group. Meets every other week on Mondays and Wednesdays. Please visit www.rivlib.net for details. Museum of the Month Community Room New series introducing you to the cultural institutions in the Coachella Valley. Tuesday, May 10, 2:00 p.m.: Children’s Discovery Museum of the Desert Tuesday, June 14, 2:00 p.m.: Cabot’s Pueblo Museum Reservations are required and seats are limited: 760-346-6552, ext. 8112 Palm Desert Library Book Club Tuesday, May 17: Non-fiction Reader’s Choice Tuesday, June 21: TBA Visit rivlib.net for additional book club information. Reservations are required and seats are limited: 760-346-6552 ext. 8112 Teen Programs Open to teens in grades 6 – 12 Please visit www.rivlib.net for program information. Teen Advisory Council Help with library events, get volunteer hours, and have fun. Tuesdays, May 10, May 24, and June 21, 4:30 – 5:30 p.m. Youth Lounge Every Saturday, 2 – 4 p.m. Anime Craft Hour Wednesdays, May 4, May 18, June 15, and June 29, 4 – 6 p.m. Children’s Programs Miss Stephanie’s Virtual Storytimes Live on Facebook every Tuesday Preschool: 10:30 a.m. School Age: 11:30 a.m. Non-Fiction: 12:00 noon MCCALLUM THEATRE 73000 Fred Waring Drive 760-340-ARTS (2787) mccallumtheatre.com Tickets for the 2022-2023 season are on sale now via the mccallumtheatre.com website. PALM DESERT AQUATIC CENTER 73751 Magnesia Falls Drive 760-565-7467 pdpool.com Recreational Pool, Splash Playground, slides, and diving boards are scheduled to reopen on Memorial Day weekend. Check website or call to confirm hours of operation. PALM DESERT AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE 72559 Highway 111 760-346-6111 pdacc.org Cinco de Mayo Golf Tournament at the Classic Club Thursday, May 5, 10:00 a.m. shotgun start Sponsorships available PALM DESERT PUBLIC LIBRARY 73300 Fred Waring Drive 760-346-6552 rivlib.net Open Monday – Thursday, 10 a.m. – 8 p.m. Friday – Saturday, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Sunday, 1 – 5 p.m. Closed Monday, May 30 Please call ahead or follow the library on Facebook (facebook.com/palmdesertpl) for up-to-date information as programs are subject to change. Summer Reading Program (SRP) Read Beyond the Beaten Path Monday, June 13 – Friday, July 22 Various activities for all ages. Contests, games, programs, and more. Prizes galore! Registration: rivlib.net RCLS Literacy Services Van Visit the Library Connect – Desert Van at Joe Mann Park, 77810 California Dr., every Tuesday 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Story Time On Demand available from 10:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. Other services include checking out and returning books, requesting books from other branches to pick up from the van, computer work, Wi-Fi, and printing. See the RCLS website for the complete schedule of stops. Veterans Resource Center Information and referrals for anyone who has served in the military. Information: 760-346-6552 SANTA ROSA & SAN JACINTO MTNSNAT’L MONUMENT VISITOR CENTER 51500 Highway 74 760-862-9984 DesertMountains.org Check desertmountains.org/calendar for events and updates. THE SHOPS AT PALM DESERT 72840 Highway 111 760-346-2121 shopsatpalmdesert.com UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIARIVERSIDE/PALM DESERT CAMPUS 75080 Frank Sinatra Drive 760-834-0800 In the event of a natural disaster or major emergency, Palm Desert residents and businesses may need to be self-sufficient for a week or more. One of the best ways to accomplish this is to begin planning and preparing now. Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) Training teaches people how to respond to real life emergencies. Following a pandemic hiatus, the City of Palm Desert is once again offering free CERT training to its residents. Graduates learn how to provide basic medical aid; fight small fires; safely search for and rescue victims; and effectively organize community volunteers. The next CERT training is scheduled for Friday, May 13 from 5:30 – 9:30 p.m., and Saturday and Sunday, May 14 and 15 from 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. at Monterey Country Club. Successful completion of the full, 20-hour class earns graduates a certificate and a CERT kit. Class size is limited, and early registration is encouraged. To register for the CERT training please visit rivcocert.org at tinyurl.com/25nrj7rb. For more information about CERT training or disaster preparedness, please email mornelas@cityofpalmdesert.org or call 760-578-2088 or 760-346-0611, ext. 590. At its March 10 meeting, the Palm Desert City Council approved an amended franchise agreement with Burrtec Waste and Recycling Services. With the franchise agreement, new rates went into effect on April 1 for commercial customers and will go into effect on July 1 for residential customers. The agreement incorporates programs required by California Senate Bill (SB) 1383 which calls for a 75% reduction in organic waste by 2025. SB 1383 requires that food waste be composted rather than sent to the landfill. In the upcoming months, residents can expect to see changes to their bin colors and will receive a green compost bin if they don’t already have one, as well as a kitchen pail for collecting food waste. Residents will also receive information on how to properly sort materials into the correct bin. For more information, please visit the Organics Recycling project page on EngagePalmDesert.com. To help Palm Desert residents and businesses safely dispose of sensitive documents such as tax files and legal documents, Palm Desert and Burrtec Waste and Recycling Services will host a free, two-day shredding event at City Hall on Friday, May 6 and Saturday, May 7. Shredding will take place each day from 7:30 to 11:30 a.m. or until the trucks are full. No appointment is necessary. Acceptable items include documents printed on office paper; photos and glossy paper; cancelled checks; receipts and invoices; file folders; and envelopes. There is no need to remove staples or paper clips, but large binder clips and notebooks will not be accepted. All documents will be shredded onsite and then recycled. This free event is open to Palm Desert residents and businesses. Residents and businesses alike are limited to ten boxes of materials per day. Palm Desert City Hall is located at 73510 Fred Waring Drive. This is a drive-through, drop off event, and all attendees must enter the City Hall parking lot from Fred Waring Drive. Boxes and bags will not be returned. For more information, please call 760-776-6342. Enjoy free coffee and conversation with Palm Desert’s Mayor starting at 9 a.m. on Wednesday, June 1, at Riverside County Fire Station 33. Attendees will get a chance to speak with the Mayor and ask questions on a variety of topics including public safety in Palm Desert. Station 33 is one of three fire stations in Palm Desert operated through a cooperative agreement with the State of California (Cal-Fire) and the County of Riverside. The Coffee with the Mayor series will continue monthly through December at locations across Palm Desert. Riverside County Fire Station 33 is located at 44400 Town Center Way. For more information about Coffee with the Mayor, please call 760-346-0611 or email info@cityofpalmdesert.org. SHRED SENSITIVE DOCUMENTS AT FREE EVENT FOOD WASTE COMPOSTING COMING SOON ENJOY COFFEE WITH THE MAYOR AT FIRE STATION 33 CITY OFFERS FREE EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS TRAINING Every 10 years, after receiving an updated U.S. Census count, local jurisdictions redraw their Council Member district lines to reflect how populations have changed. Earlier this year, the City of Palm Desert held a series of workshops and public hearings to solicit input from residents on how to reapportion the City’s two districts. By law, the census redistricting process had to result in a map with easily identifiable boundaries, and which created geographically compact, contiguous districts. The redistricting process also needed to respect the geographic integrity of local neighborhoods and preserve communities with shared common social and economic interests. Following the review of maps proposed by the City’s consultant and members of the community, on March 24 the Palm Desert City Council unanimously adopted Ordinance Number 1380 adjusting the boundaries of City Council election districts. For additional information on the Census Redistricting process and to review the adopted map, visit MapPalmDesert.org. CENSUS REDISTRICTING CREATES NEW COUNCIL MEMBER DISTRICT BOUNDARIES ECRWSS Resident and/or Business Palm Desert, CA PRESORTED STANDARD US Postage PAID Palm Desert, CA Permit No. 160 73510 Fred Waring Drive Palm Desert, CA 92260 Phone 760-346-0611 Email info@cityofpalmdesert.org Websites www.discoverpalmdesert.com www.cityofpalmdesert.org n Watch City Council meetings live online at www.cityofpalmdesert.org on the 2nd and 4th Thursday each month at 4 p.m. n City Council Jan Harnik Mayor Sabby Jonathan Mayor Pro Tem Kathleen Kelly Gina Nestande Karina Quintanilla MAY/JUNE 2022 As part of a statewide initiative to fight climate change, most Desert Community Energy (DCE) and Southern California Edison (SCE) customers were recently transitioned to a Time-of-Use (TOU) rate plan. With a TOU plan, rates vary according to the time of day, day of the week (weekday or weekend) and season. Electricity prices are higher during peak demand hours and lower during off-peak hours. While peak times may vary by energy provider, they are generally defined as being between 4 – 9 p.m. Time-of-Use plans support a cleaner power grid by encouraging customers to shift some of their electricity use to take advantage of the lower-priced (off-peak) time periods when energy from renewable resources, like solar and wind power, are readily available. Customers who can do so may be able to lower their overall electricity costs. As a proponent of sustainable environmental policies, the City of Palm Desert is dedicated to ensuring a secure energy future for its residents. Here are a few easy ways you can make the most of TOU rates and reduce energy consumption during peak use hours: • Program thermostats to pre-cool your home before 4 p.m.• Charge electric vehicles after 9 p.m.• Run appliances in the morning or early afternoon, or after 9 p.m.• Run pool and spa pumps at off peak times• Turn off unessential lighting For additional energy-saving resources, visit cityofpalmdesert.org/our-city/energy. BY SHIFTING ENERGY USAGELOWER YOUR UTILITY BILLS