HomeMy WebLinkAboutHomelessness Reference For Businesses Updated 11272023Homelessness is a complicated issue and there are no
easy solutions. However, if you are a business owner or
operator with concerns regarding individuals or criminal
activity on your property, there are resources available
to help.
As a business owner or operator, you are responsible for
activities that occur on your property. This reference
card provides information on how to protect your
property, who to call for follow up and resources for
homeless individuals in need of help. For more
information, call the City’s Homeless and Supportive
Services Manager at (760) 776-6324.
Post signs on your property such as “No Trespassing.”
Secure trash enclosures.
Reduce foliage that may be used as hiding places for
people/property.
Ensure adequate lighting, especially in/around
potential hiding places.
Submit No Trespass Letter to Sheriff’s Department
Increase presence or implement private security
measures.
Do not feed or give money to non-patrons.
WHAT YOU CAN DO:
Supportive Service Info and Referral: (800) 464-1123.
Riverside County Mental Health: (760) 863-8455.
Coachella Valley Rescue Mission Emergency Shelter:
(760) 347-3512.
Martha’s Village & Kitchen Shelter (for families with
children): (760) 775-0622.
City of Palm Desert Social Services Coordinator:
(760) 776-6324.
RESOURCES FOR INDIVIDUALS SEEKING HELP:
Abandoned shopping carts or unclaimed property.
Excessive trash, debris, and other outdoor storage.
CODE ENFORCEMENT CAN ADDRESS THE FOLLOWING:
CODE ENFORCEMENT HOTLINE: (760) 776-6360
Drug activity or paraphernalia.
Loitering outside of establishments that sell alcohol.
Trespassing (PC 602) or impeding access to business.
Aggressive panhandling, suspicious person or vehicle.
POLICE RESPOND TO PUBLIC SAFETY ACTIVITIES LIKE:
NON-EMERGENCY NUMBER: (760) 836-3215
FOR EMERGENCIES CALL 9-1-1
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