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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCPD BrightSide MAYJUN 2021 webNEW CITY MANAGER BRINGS DECADES OF EXPERIENCE TO PALM DESERT MAY/JUNE 2021 FREE SHREDDING MOVES TO NEW LOCATION n CITY PARTNERSHIPS GENERATE ENERGY SAVINGS n PALM SPRINGS AIR MUSEUM HOSTS CITY RESIDENTS n TOWN HALL MEETING FOCUSES ON SOUTH PALM DESERT n SAVE A LIFE AND SUPPORT THE COMMUNITY AT BLOOD DRIVE n NEW SUMMER HOURS FOR CITY’S NO COST COVID-19 TESTING AT UCR PALM DESERT n GRADUATES INVITED TO CRUISE EL PASEO A PUBLICATION OF THE CITY OF PALM DESERT Selected from a field of 70 candidates from across the country, Todd Hileman began his new role as the City Manager of Palm Desert on March 1, 2021. He came to the City after serving for the past four years as City Manager in Denton, TX, a rapidly growing suburb of Dallas with a population of approximately 150,000. “We received a very strong field of applications, reflecting positively on our whole community and our city staff,” Mayor Kathleen Kelly said. “The City Council is confident that Todd has all the qualities necessary to continue Palm Desert’s tradition of excellence.’’ During his 28 years in local government, Hileman has achieved community goals and helped organizations transform business practices while emphasizing efficiency, customer service, and innovation. Asked about taking on a key management role in the midst of a public health emergency, Hileman was philosophic. “The past year has been challenging for municipal governments everywhere,” he commented. “But in Palm Desert I see solid potential for growth along with those challenges. I welcome the opportunity to work closely with staff and City Council to capitalize on these opportunities.” Prior to his service as Denton City Manager, Hileman served from 2004 to 2016 as Village Manager of Glenview, IL, a north Chicago suburban community with a population of nearly 50,000. In previous assignments, he served as City Manager and Assistant City Manager of Avondale, AZ, from 2000 to 2004 and as City Administrator for the cities of Delavan, WI and Vandalia, MO. Hileman holds a Bachelor of Science degree Magna Cum Laude from Arizona State University and a Master of Public Administration from Northern Illinois University. He received the City Manager of the Year award from the Illinois Assistant Municipal Management Association (IAMMA), and the Village of Glenview received the Community Partnership Award from the International City/County Management Association (ICMA). 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 Sunday, July 4. Information: 760-346-0611, ext. 425 LifeStream’s 9 Cities Challenge is a friendly competition amongst our valley’s cities to see which city can get the most blood donations over the summer. Mark your calendar for July 24 when Palm Desert residents will once again have a chance to save lives and represent their city at the 9 Cities Challenge Blood Drive taking place at the Palm Desert Community Center. Information: 800-879-4484 To help Palm Desert residents and businesses safely dispose of sensitive documents, Palm Desert and Burrtec Waste and Recycling Services will host a free, two-day shredding event on Friday and Saturday, May 7 and 8. Due to ongoing road construction on San Pablo Avenue, the event will be held in a new, temporary location in the parking lot of the Palm Desert Area Chamber of Commerce, 72559 Highway 111. Participants should enter the parking lot from the south side via the Painter’s Path entrance. This is a drive-thru event, and participants are required to remain in their vehicles and wear a mask when interacting with staff. Shredding will take place both days from 7:30 to 11:30 a.m. or until the trucks are full. No appointment is necessary. The shredding event is a great opportunity to do some spring cleaning while securely disposing of old files including medical, legal, financial, tax, and personnel records. 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 event is free and open to Palm Desert residents and businesses. Residents and businesses are limited to ten boxes of materials per day. For more information, please call 760-346-0611, ext. 454. Dates to Remember Mother’s Day May 9 Armed Forces Day May 15 Memorial Day May 31 Flag Day June 14 Father’s Day June 20 Partnerships Generate Energy Savings at Affordable Housing Community Nearly $1 million in energy efficiency upgrades for the 791 residents at One Quail Place Apartments, an affordable housing community in Palm Desert, were completed recently thanks to a partnership between the City of Palm Desert, Southern California Gas Co. (SoCalGas), and SoCal Edison (SCE). The upgrades include 11 new high- efficiency boilers installed by SoCalGas that will supply hot water to all 384 apartment units in the community. SCE replaced 242 HVAC units and seven refrigerators inside individual residences. The company also replaced 475 exterior bulbs and ten pool and spa lights. These new, energy efficient upgrades are expected to reduce the complex’s energy usage by about 15%, or 200,000 kilowatt-hours annually. “The partnership with SoCalGas and SCE represents a true collaboration for the public good,” said Palm Desert Mayor Kathleen Kelly. “The operational dollars saved by this project will aid the Palm Desert Housing Authority in providing additional affordable housing opportunities to the public.” Free Shredding Event Moves to New Location Palm Springs Air Museum Hosts PALM DESERT DAY MAY & JUNE 2021 CSUSB PALM DESERT CAMPUS 37500 Cook Street 760-341-2883 pdc.csusb.edu Offices open virtually, Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. Educational Programs Offering bachelor’s and master’s degrees, a doctorate in educational leadership, and teaching credentials and certificates. New programs include Hospitality Management, Entrepreneurship, and Cybersecurity Information: csusb.edu/pdc/our-programs Osher Lifelong Learning Institute Offers non-credit, university-level courses for adults 50+ along with events, travel program, and discussion groups. Information: www.csusb.edu/OLLI or 909-537-8270 COACHELLA VALLEY ANIMAL CAMPUS 72050 Pet Land Place, Thousand Palms 760-343-3644 Animals available for adoption Information: www.rcdas.org CITY OF PALM DESERT Palm Desert Civic Center 73510 Fred Waring Drive 760-346-0611 www.DiscoverPalmDesert.com www.cityofpalmdesert.org Open virtually Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. Visitor Services 760-568-1441 Short Term Rental Hotline 760-862-6900 Code Enforcement 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 using Palm Desert In Touch, the City of Palm Desert’s mobile app and online service request system. More information: www.cityofpalmdesert.org/intouch COLLEGE OF THE DESERT 43500 Monterey Avenue 760-346-8041 www.collegeofthedesert.edu Walter N. Marks Center for the Arts Information: 760-776-7278 COD Veterans Resource Center 760-773-2536 CREATE CENTER FOR THE ARTS 73600 Alessandro Drive 760-834-8318 createcentercv.org Limited size art classes in painting and drawing, printmaking, fiber arts, digital design 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 invites the public to visit their website for information about monthly virtual meetings. Information: desertrosesociety.com EISENHOWER MEMORY CARE CENTER 42201 Beacon Hill, Suite A 760-836-0232 eisenhowerhealth.org Adult Day Center for cognitively impaired adults offering community resources to help families and caregivers cope with memory loss and related conditions. FAMILY YMCA OF THE DESERT 43930 San Pablo Avenue 760-341-9622 www.ymcaofthedesert.org Call for hours of operation Summer Day Camp Ages: 4 ½ to 12 Location: Carter Elementary and YMCA of the Desert Days: Monday-Friday Times: 7 a.m. – 6 p.m. Cost: $165 per week With the Y, your children can attend summer programming in a safe, nurturing, and clean environment while you are at work! Limited space available. Information and registration: www.ymcaofthedesert.org Camp Oakes Ages: 8-15 Dates: June 20 – 26, 2021 Location: Big Bear Cost: $540 Spend a week in Big Bear enjoying the fresh air and the exciting activities camp has to offer. Camp Oakes is a unique opportunity for kids to make friends, learn responsibility, cooperation, leadership, and respect. Basketball Skills Ages 6 – 12 Mondays & Wednesdays, 5 & 6 p.m. $60/month Flag Football Skills Ages 6 – 12 Tuesdays & Thursdays, 4 p.m. $60/month Jean Benson Child Development Center Located at 75433 Orange Blossom Lane, the Center offers high quality day care for children ages 2 – 5 with State preschool and other financial aid options. For a virtual tour and more information, call 760-836-3336. THE GARDENS ON EL PASEO 73545 El Paseo 760-862-1990 thegardensonelpaseo.com The Gardens on El Paseo is treating one lucky mother this Mother’s Day to a two day trip to Los Angeles. Accommodations at the Sofitel Hotel in Beverly Hills, shopping spree and much more. Check out their Instagram page @thegardensonelpaseo on April 30 for your chance to enter. HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF PALM DESERT & FREE MUSEUM 72861 El Paseo 760-346-6588 www.hspd.org The Firehouse Museum is currently closed. Appointments are available to research the Archives. JOSLYN CENTER 73750 Catalina Way 760-340-3220 www.joslyncenter.org The Joslyn Center remains closed. Please call 760-340-3220 or visit their website for information on virtual programs, existing services, and plans for reopening. Spring Drive-Through Health Fair Wednesday, May 5, 10:00 a. m. – 12:00 p.m. Attendees will drive through the Joslyn Center parking lot and receive information and giveaways to help connect seniors, caregivers, and family members to community resources. Information: Melanie at 760-340-3220, ext. 102. Personal Protection for Seniors Tuesday, May 25, 11:00 a.m. or Tuesday, June 22, 11:00 a.m. Learn how canes and common household objects can be used to protect yourself plus more tips on staying safe in this new virtual class. Information: Melanie at 760-340-3220, ext. 102. DESERT WILLOW GOLF RESORT 38995 Desert Willow Drive Pro shop and tee times: 760-346-7060, ext. 1 or desertwillow.com/teetimes Information: 760-346-7060 desertwillow.com The Terrace at Desert Willow Golf Resort Unique, handcrafted cuisine paired with one of the Coachella Valley’s most scenic outdoor dining venues Breakfast: 7 – 11 a.m. daily Lunch: 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. daily Twilight Menu: 3 – 5:30 p.m. Sunday – Wednesday Dinner: 4 – 8 p.m. Thursday – Saturday Information: desertwillow.com/TheTerrace Cooks Grill 6 a.m. to 2 p.m. daily Summer VIP Card and Summer Elite Pass A legendary summer awaits at Desert Willow Golf Resort with a Summer VIP Card or Summer Elite Pass, the hottest deals in desert golf. Benefits are valid June 1, 2021 through September 19, 2021 www.desertwillow.com/SummerVIPElite Palm Desert Golf Academy Information: desertwillow.com/golfschools Individual Golf Instruction Make an appointment with a Palm Desert Golf Academy professional to have a comprehensive swing evaluation and customized plan that will achieve results. Signature Golf Schools Two-day schools offer full swing and short game analysis, diagnosis, practice and expert on course instruction with a maximum 3:1 student to teacher ratio. Selected dates, May 12 – June 12, 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. $849 per person Information: desertwillow.com/golfschools Daily Golf Clinics Regularly scheduled 50-minute group clinics offer professional instruction on full swing, chipping & pitching, and more. Monday – Friday, 10 a.m. Saturday, 2 p.m. Sunday, 1 p.m. $60 per person HEALTH FA IRHEALTH FA IR T HRUTHRU S PP RR II NNGG THRUTHRU PALM DESERT AQUATIC CENTER 73751 Magnesia Falls Drive 760-565-7467 www.pdpool.com Call for hours of operation The Palm Desert Aquatic Center is open for Lap Swim by online reservation only. Information & reservations: pdpool.com PALM DESERT AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE 72559 Highway 111 760-346-6111 www.pdacc.org Join the Palm Desert Area Chamber of Commerce for their Cinco de Mayo Golf Tournament on Wednesday, May 5, 2021 at The Classic Club. The Scramble format promises to be fun for all, and will be followed by an after- golf fiesta and Corn Hole Tournament. Information and registration: pdacc.org Businesses can stay connected through the Chamber’s monthly Virtual Zoom Breakfast meetings at 7 a.m. on the second Tuesday of each month. Information: pdacc.org Share referrals and network at their bi-monthly Virtual Zoom Luncheon meetings normally on the second and fourth Thursdays of each month at 11:30 a.m. Information: pdacc.org Many Joslyn Center programs continue online. Classes including Zumba, Fit After 50, Spanish lessons and more are available. Art classes now forming. Information: Melanie at 760- 340-3220, ext. 102. Recorded exercise and crafting classes are available on the Joslyn’s YouTube channel. The Joslyn’s live variety show on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays at 11 a.m. and Blingin’ Bingo on Tuesdays at 2:00 p.m. can be viewed on the Joslyn’s Facebook page at Facebook.com/JoslynCenter. A Matter of Balance Do you have concerns about falling? Twice weekly A Matter of Balance program is designed to manage falls and increase activity levels. Information: Veronica at 760-340-3220, ext. 117. Problem Solving Strategies Learn how to move forward efficiently with a sense of well- being and confidence while reducing stress and worry. Information: 760-340-3220, ext. 117 or VeronicaS@joslyncenter.org Brain Boot Camp Two-session course on improved brain health, boosting memory, and developing good memory habits. Information: 760-340-3220, ext. 117 Aging Mastery Program Ten-session course to improve health, financial security, and wellbeing Information: 760-340-3220, ext. 117 Meals on Wheels Information: 760-340-3220, ext. 110 Joslyn Center continues its Meals on Wheels program delivering nutritious meals to many seniors who are home alone and unable to shop or cook for themselves. If you are able to support this program, please visit joslyncenter.org/donate 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 www.livingdesert.org Seasonal hours: Open daily 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. (last admission 4:30 p.m.) Summer hours effective June 1: Open daily 7 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. (last admission 1 p.m.) Advance ticket purchase and face coverings required Australian Adventures Free with paid admission A new, engaging, and immersive experience with roaming wallabies, free-flying budgies and other native Australian species including kookaburras, tawny frogmouths, emu, blue- tongued skink, echidna, and more. Giraffe Feeding Enjoy an up-close encounter with these graceful giants. Daily 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. $7 with paid admission ($5 members) Private Safari Tours Two-hour guided tours with private shuttle. Visit livingdesert.org for pricing, advance reservations, and details Hiking Trails Trails for all skill levels from the quarter-mile Discovery Loop to the five-mile Wilderness Loop. Open daily through May 30 with paid admission or annual membership. MCCALLUM THEATRE 73000 Fred Waring Drive 760-340-ARTS (2787) www.mccallumtheatre.com Member Appreciation Week is May 10 – 13, 2021. Qualifying Annual Fund Members can purchase tickets online for the 2021-2022 season before the general public. To become a member, go to mccallumtheatre.com and click on “Donate Now.” Tickets for the upcoming McCallum season go on sale to the general public on May 13, 2021. PALM DESERT PUBLIC LIBRARY 73300 Fred Waring Drive 760-346-6552 www.rivlib.net The Palm Desert Library is open. Current policy allows one visit per day for a limit of one hour. All programs are still virtual and can be found at www.rivlib.net or on the Palm Desert Library Facebook page. Policies are subject to change as ongoing COVID restrictions are lifted through the County. Sign up for their Summer Reading Program starting June 14 at srp.rivlib.net. Veterans Resource Center Information and referrals for anyone who has served in the military. Information: 760-346-6552 PALM SPRINGS ART MUSEUM IN PALM DESERT 72567 Highway 111 760-346-5600 www.psmuseum.org/palm-desert/ Faye Sarkowsky Sculpture Garden open 7 days a week SANTA ROSA & SAN JACINTO MTNS NAT’L MONUMENT VISITOR CENTER 51500 Highway 74 760-862-9984 www.DesertMountains.org Check desertmountains.org/calendar for additions or changes to events. Free Birding Walk-About Selected Mondays and Tuesdays May 4 and 18: Desert Willow Golf Resort area May 3, 10, 17, 24: Demuth Park, Palm Springs Reservations required: desertmountains.org/calendar SUNDAY MARKET BY CV HARVEST BOX Last Sunday of the month through May 30, 8 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. San Pablo Avenue, north of Highway 111 Information: cvharvestbox.com UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA RIVERSIDE/PALM DESERT CAMPUS 75080 Frank Sinatra Drive 760-834-0800 www.palmdesert.ucr.edu WESTFIELD PALM DESERT 72840 Highway 111 760-346-2121 www.westfield. com/palmdesert Westfield Palm Desert is celebrating Mother’s Day with a special sweepstakes, pop-up shop experiences, special offers and more. Ultimate Mom Sweepstakes May 1 – 8 Does your mom deserve a little TLC? Enter to win the Ultimate Mom Sweepstakes, valued at $1,000! Artisan Market Saturday, May 8, 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. Shop 50-plus local vendors at The Artisan Market, an indoor desert shopping experience featuring unique jewelry, sweets and treats, home décor, apparel and more. Martha’s Village & Kitchen’s Pop-Up Mother’s Day Shop Saturday, May 8, 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. Featuring bouquets of flowers, Mother’s Day card crafts for kids, and more. All donations support Martha’s Village. Information: www.westfield.com/palmdesert PALM DESERT COMMUNITY CENTER 43900 San Pablo Avenue 760-568-9697 www.myrecreationdistrict.com Monday – Friday, 6 a.m. – 9 p.m. Closed Saturdays and Sundays The Palm Desert Community Center has reopened to the public on weekdays. Saturday hours should resume in May. Indoor programming and the weight room are operational at reduced capacity in line with State guidelines. Palm Desert Resident Cards for use at Desert Willow Golf Resort are again being issued at this location. City residents who would like to get a new or renewed card may visit the Palm Desert 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: www.cityofpalmdesert.org/departments/ special-programs/desert-willow-golf-resort Golf Center at Palm Desert 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. 74945 Sheryl Avenue 760-779-1877 golfcenterpd.com Learn about some of the many exciting things that are happening in your community while interacting with the Mayor and other key City representatives during Palm Desert’s Virtual Town Halls. The next Town Hall will take place online on Tuesday, June 15, at 4 p.m. Held as a Zoom meeting to facilitate participation, each Virtual Town Hall features different aspects of Palm Desert. The June 15 Town Hall will focus on the neighborhoods in the south side of the City, and will touch on topics ranging from utility undergrounding to updates from The Living Desert. While each Town Hall emphasizes information about a particular area or aspect of the City, these informative and free meetings are open to all who wish to participate. To suggest community focus areas for future Town Halls, please email tsoule@cityofpalmdesert.org. Please visit cityofpalmdesert.org/townhall to register for the June 15 event. Save a life and support your community at the upcoming LifeStream blood drive hosted by the City of Palm Desert. The event will be held on Wednesday, May 5 from 8 a.m. to 12 noon in the LifeStream Bloodmobile located at Palm Desert City Hall, 73510 Fred Waring Drive. The need for blood donations continues to be acute. Rigorous safety and disinfection protocols ensure that the process is safe for donors and staff alike. Donors are strongly encouraged to make appointments to maintain social distancing, and masks must be worn throughout the blood donation. People who have received their COVID-19 vaccine may donate blood. Donors must be at least 15 years of age (15- and 16-year-olds require parental consent), weigh at least 115 pounds, and be in good health. A photo ID is also required. Donors should maintain their regular meal schedules and increase fluid intake (water is best) in the 24 hours prior to donating. For more information and to make an appointment, please call LifeStream at 800-879-4484 or visit LStream.org. Free Shredding Event Moves to New Location Palm Desert residents are invited to enjoy a day at the Palm Springs Air Museum free of charge on Saturday, May 8, as the popular attraction celebrates Palm Desert Day. Opened in 1996, the Palm Springs Air Museum commemorates its silver anniversary this year. Named by CNN Travel as one of the top 14 aviation museums in the world, the museum has 59 planes on display inside four climate-controlled hangars with more outside on the tarmac. Many of the museum’s docents are veterans and are willing to share their experiences with visitors. In addition to flyable and static aircraft, 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. Palm Springs Air Museum Hosts PALM DESERT DAY SAVE A LIFE While Supporting Your Community Virtual Town Hall Meeting Focuses on SOUTH PALM DESERT 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 Kathleen Kelly Mayor Jan Harnik Mayor Pro Tem Sabby Jonathan Gina Nestande Karina Quintanilla MAY/JUNE 2021 What started last year as a response to socially distanced graduation ceremonies is now a new Palm Desert tradition! Class of 2021 graduates of all area high schools are invited to a special Graduation Cruise Night on El Paseo on Wednesday, June 2 at 7 p.m. This school year offered just as many challenges as the past year, and it’s time to let our students celebrate their achievements along with classmates and friends. Participants are encouraged to wear their caps and gowns, make celebratory signs, and decorate their cars for this informal parade up and down Palm Desert’s famed shopping district. “We knew we were on to something last year when the City organized this event to support the Class of 2020. Everyone remarked at the time that it was such good fun and so uplifting that we should turn it into a Palm Desert tradition. And now we have!” explained Palm Desert Mayor Kathleen Kelly. This fun, free and family-friendly event is sponsored by the City of Palm Desert and Desert Sands Unified School District. Classic cars and hot rods from El Paseo Cruise Night will join in the cruise and festivities, too. All are welcome at this event. Spectators are encouraged to support our graduates by cheering them on safely from the sidewalk or the vantage point of an outdoor dining deck overlooking El Paseo. Cruisers must remain safely inside their vehicles, and observe all traffic signs, signals, and rules of the road. The City of Palm Desert, in partnership with the University of California, Riverside’s Palm Desert campus, continues to offer no cost, drive- up COVID-19 testing on a new summer schedule. The open-air Curative test site offers appointments Sunday through Thursday, between 7 a.m. and 3 p.m. Conveniently located near Interstate 10, the testing site at the UCR Palm Desert Campus can be accessed from Frank Sinatra Drive via Berger Drive South. Appointments are requested for the tests, but drive-ups will be accommodated when possible. The tests offered are self-administered oral swabs rather than the more invasive nasal swab tests. Curative’s self-collected oral fluid swab COVID-19 PCR test offers a painless, simple option with quick, 24-48-hour results after receipt at the lab delivered directly and at no cost to patients. To schedule an appointment, please visit www.curative.com. CLASS OF 2021 INVITED TO A SPECIAL GRADUATION CRUISE NIGHT ON EL PASEO New Summer Hours for City’s NO COST COVID-19 TESTING at UCR Palm Desert