Farewell
To Our Beloved Palm Springs Police Chief Bryan Reyes
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Welcome to the summer issue of PSILOVEYOU—our third! This quarterly magazine is produced and published by the Chamber of Commerce on behalf of you, the residents of Palm Springs. As always, we endeavor to inform and entertain.
Our theme this quarter is “designing your life/designing the way you do business.”
The pandemic has affected the day-to-day lives of virtually all Americans, forcing us to adapt and innovate as we transition into the next version of what is “normal.”
Over the last (almost) year and a half, most Palm Springs entrepreneurs have displayed exemplary resilience, devising new methods to grow their enterprise while staying true to its initial, individual mission. The Palm Springs Chamber is no exception. Our foundation has always been to provide avenues for people to network and build their brands through connection. We hold major events that honor those who serve our community and inspire us to do our best.
COVID-19 forced us to redirect those efforts as we responded to the seemingly forever-changing needs of the business community. No longer able to hold large public gatherings, we nonetheless remained—thanks to the phone, the internet, and the printed word—the dependable hub of information that kept businesses informed on various programs, financial assistance, health mandates, and legislation affecting each and every one of our citizens and visitors.
This pivot—to use a newly commonplace word—reaffirmed how vital a role the Chamber plays in its stakeholders’ lives. It permitted us to shift our attention to more frequent one-on-one meetings, to strive to understand the myriad new, pressing issues that directly have an impact—good or bad—on a business.
Today, as we continue to re-open together in a safe and responsible manner, our commitment to all of you is stronger than ever. We’ve reimagined and redesigned the way we serve you.
New normal? Bring it on! We’re ready, armed with a fresh vision for the future of our Chamber, our members, our city, and all of those—local or not—who love it.
We sincerely hope you’re having a wonderful summer. Keep your cool, and we’ll see you again this fall! Meanwhile, should you need our assistance, please know that the Chamber and its staff and board are here to help in any way they can. Feel free to call us at (760) 325-1577 or to visit pschamber.org.
Best, —Nona
It’s a great time to be in Palm Springs and to be a part of the business community that creates the vibe and essence of who we are. We make it possible for our residents—and visitors who come from around the world—to experience all that our city has to offer.
I’m honored to be the incoming board president of the Palm Springs Chamber of Commerce during what I know will be some of the most exciting and rewarding times ever for our members. As we re-awaken from COVID-19, the next several months will be those of both transition and opportunity as we define the future.
I’ve been working on the frontline of this for over a year now at Lulu California Bistro. We’ve met the business challenges throughout the pandemic—from basic health and safety concerns to re-aligning our business model—by staying forward-focused. I’m eager to begin working with the Chamber’s board of directors, staff, and volunteers guiding us through this next phase.
As we leave this worldwide health crisis behind us, I’m confident the Palm Springs business community and its chamber will lead the way to creating a business environment that will be better for us all. And as travel experts are saying this could be one of the strongest summers ever for tourism here, we remain ready to harness the energy and excitement this opportunity brings.
Please enjoy the magazine, and I’ll see you around town. —Gabe
Chamber CEO
Chamber President
Mark Davidson
Good Cop,
Beloved Palm Springs Chief of Police Bryan Reyes to enjoy a well-deserved retirement after nearly three decades of service
Good Cop
Palm Springs Chief of Police Bryan Reyes recently announced he will retire in August, having served the residents and visitors of Palm Springs for 27 years. Over the decades, he’s become much-loved and well-respected for his strong leadership, unwavering commitment to community policing, and continuous engagement with residents and businesses.
PSILOVEYOU spoke to Chief Reyes about the greatest challenge he faced, which became his proudest achievement: his guidance in the aftermath of the tragic slaying of Officers Lesley Zerebny and Jose “Gil” Vega shortly after his appointment as police chief. We also asked about his plans for the future.
consultant to assess our service to the community, and as with any assessment, there’ll be recommendations. The timing is right for a new chief to be involved from the onset in all of these critical aspects so as to have enough time left in their career to make sure the goals of the City Manager—as well as the consultant’s recommendations—are implemented.
My immediate personal future will consist of more time spent working on a few old Ford and Chevy trucks built in the 1920s. I’m not one to stay idle for long, so I’m sure something will pique my interest, and then I’ll be off to the next chapter in the book of life.
Just eight months into your tenure, you faced your first and possibly most challenging test of leadership when Officers Lesley Zerebny and Jose “Gil” Vega were tragically slain during an October 8, 2016 officer-involved shooting that left their families, their friends, and our community devastated and heartbroken. Through it all, you were the rock that brought our community together during one of our darkest periods. Talk about that day, and about how you were able to rise to the occasion, help us cope with grief, and ultimately move our community forward.
PSILOVEYOU: Many residents and businesses were quite surprised when they learned you’ll be retiring soon. Over your last six and a half years as chief, you’ve become a much-loved leader in our community. Why is this the right time—and what are your future plans?
CHIEF REYES: At the age of 18, I joined the United States Marine Corps and subsequently served in law enforcement for the past 30 years. For over 33 years, I’ve devoted my life to the service of our country and community. At some point, it’s important to move on to other interests. We have a new City Manager who’ll be rolling out his goals and objectives, as well as new team-building efforts. The City Council is in the final stages of picking a
When I became the chief of police, I specifically remember wishing I’d never have to deal with a line-of-duty death during my tenure. Then, as you mentioned, eight months in, we lost two incredible people who happened to be police officers. This tragic incident will forever be embedded in my memory as one of the most difficult times in my career, but also some of the best times of my career. We all clearly know why it was difficult, so let me focus on why it was also some of the best experiences in my career.
First and foremost was the ability to witness leadership taking place at all levels of our organization—learning about the efforts of all the officers at the scene who worked together, developed plans, and executed those plans with some absolutely heroic efforts. This reinforced that our training in advance of this incident prepared our responding officers to face a deadly encounter with a winning mindset. Most people don’t know we could have easily lost several
more officers that day. This incident also displayed, to the entire country, how a police department and a community can come together, lean on each other for strength, and walk away stronger because of the love and appreciation people have for one another. I will forever be grateful for the strong will of our police department staff and our incredible community that showed up for us when we needed to lean on them.
Over your last six and a half years as chief, the department has had a great many successes. What would you say is the one accomplishment you’re proud of most?
It would be our incredible staff and their service delivery to our community. I have been provided with the results of thirdparty polls showing the approval ratings of our police department service delivery, and both times the results were in the high 80s. Those types of percentages reinforce the incredible service delivery our staff provides.
Law enforcement is a tough and often dangerous profession. What has been the most rewarding part, for you, during your 27-year journey?
There are so many rewarding parts of this
incredible journey. To mention a couple, I would have to say selecting personnel for special assignments, as well as promoting personnel. It’s exciting to witness staff transition in their careers.
Another rewarding part is all the wonderful opportunities we were able to create in our efforts to partner with all aspects of our community.
In Palm Springs, we like to say we’re “like no place else.” We would venture to guess you’d agree. In your mind, what is it about Palm Springs that makes us unique—and what advice would you give your successor?
Our former City Manager, Dr. David Ready, said it best at one of our staff meetings when he referred to us as “a mixed herd.” Palm Springs is a mixed herd of all walks of life. We have a very passionate and engaged community in a resort destination that is welcoming and inclusive to everyone. That’s a big part of the magic that makes Palm Springs “like no place else.”
As far as advice, I would give the same advice I gave our new City Manager: Go out and buy some new cleats because you’re going to hit the ground running!
Oh, and one last thing: Palm Springs, I love you, and I thank you for the memories.
David A. Lee
Lani Garfield
As the world emerges from its COVID-19 cocoon, medical and mental health leaders are coming to terms with how many people still need help receiving care. DAP Health is identifying some reasons people avoid care, some of them surprising.
To make ongoing healthcare a reality for more people, it’s worth considering that shame is causing many to avoid medical and mental treatment, even when free or lowcost options are available. DAP Health sees shame as a threat to everyone’s health equity.
How you feel about asking for help can have a real effect on your future—especially if it becomes the reason you don’t go to the doctor or see a therapist when you need to.
psychologist. But getting people to take that first step can be difficult.”
“All people need to feel welcome and deserving in order to stay in healthcare,” says DAP Health’s Director of Community Healthy C.J. Tobe. “It doesn’t matter what their medical and mental healthcare needs are. If you see a doctor at DAP, or you come to us in our mobile clinic, we help you to see how valuable you really are, no matter where you are in your journey. Here, shame is considered a threat to everyone’s health.”
The overwhelming opinion from DAP Health professionals is that:
• Shame can prevent anyone from accessing and other services they need.
DAP Health: Welcoming and Shame-Free Care Now
their patients, instead of assuming the outdated one-size-fits-all approach works.
“At DAP Health, you’ll be helped by someone who understands what you’ve been through without your having to spell it out for them,” says DAP Health Director of Legislative and Legal Affairs Carl Baker. “It’s that simple. And if your provider doesn’t look exactly like you, rest assured they’ve been trained in cultural competence and are your ally.”
New Brand Identity Helps More People Feel Welcome
• Discrimination against the poor, LGBTQ individuals, and racial minorities increases the likelihood people will avoid essential care.
How you feel about asking for help can have a real effect on your future—especially if it becomes the reason you don’t go to the doctor or see a therapist when you need to.
All people need to feel welcome and deserving in order to stay in healthcare.”
“When we feel ashamed or embarrassed because of our life circumstances—or we’re afraid of being stigmatized for seeking services—it makes it much more difficult to access vital resources and get help,” says Dr. Jill Gover, manager of DAP Behavioral Health. “For example, feeling embarrassed over finances might keep you from seeking help, even though DAP Health provides assistance with insurance or MediCal enrollment through Covered California.”
DAP Health caregivers and experts are talking about health equity more because the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) both say we need health equity for people if we’re going to beat COVID.
“Health equity means that everyone has the opportunity to be healthy based on their needs, not on their ability to pay,” says DAP Health CEO David Brinkman. “It also means no one should feel like an outsider once they come inside to see a doctor or
“If you’re told by society over and over again that you’re bad, wrong, inferior, and not good enough, then, after a while, you come to believe it,” says Dr. Gover. “And with inadequacy comes shame. The intersection of oppression and poverty can create feelings of unworthiness, which are big barriers to care.”
Welcoming and Shame-Free Care Now
DAP Health is making it feel better to ask for help in several important ways. It has culturally competent doctors and therapists who can see patients from home, or onsite at the DAP campus. Social services access has also been expanded for help with life essentials during this pandemic.
With ‘DAP Health,’ now it’s easier for more people to think of us when they think about healthcare for themselves.”
DAP Health’s dedication to cultural humility has its caregivers leaning in to get to know
A recent brand refresh and logo change is helping more people connect the name DAP Health with accessing primary care and other much-needed services. It took years of development and input from all stakeholders to achieve this rebranding, and its 2021 launch came just in time for a community in distress.
“With ‘DAP Health,’ now it’s easier for more people to think of us when they think about healthcare for themselves,” says Brinkman. “Once people begin getting care at DAP Health, they become part of the family. Health equity at DAP Health means no one wonders if they belong—they just feel it.”
Providing healthcare based on patient needs—rather than on their ability to pay— is necessary for health equity, and DAP Health’s new logo conveys its commitment to helping more people. “It conveys modernity, strength, freshness, and an innovative approach to healthcare—and that it should be there for everyone,” adds Brinkman, who goes on to candidly explain why health equity is so essential today. “It’s COVID. It’s racism. It’s poverty.”
Brinkman’s challenge to all: That everyone be counted and become part of the solution. “Our country needs all partners of every human rights movement to come together, including the LGBTQ community,” he maintains. “We need to step up, leverage our communal knowledge, and merge our assets to create health equity—period. It’s our evolution. The next frontier.
Manager of Behavioral Health Dr. Jill Gover, Senior Nurse Practitioner Specialist
Anthony Velasco, Director of Community Health C.J. Tobe, Dr. Christopher Foltz, Chief Medical Officer Dr. David Morris, CEO David Brinkman
Your Chamber
FOREVER HARD AT WORK FOR OUR COMMUNITY
As it has been since the very beginning of the global pandemic that started more than a year ago, the Palm Springs Chamber of Commerce remains committed to focusing all of its energy and resources on concerted efforts to help member businesses stay afloat, and to assist them in preparing for a safe, successful, and sustainable reopening of the economy. We’re also acting diligently to elevate public awareness of—and support for—small local businesses. Just some of the ways we are doing this include:
The hosting of our annual State of the City Zoom presentation—with 500 people in attendance—where we coordinated with the Palm Springs City Council, City Manager, Fire Department, Police Department, and Department of Economic Development to produce an informative, one-hour snapshot of our city now, as well as to unveil what our leaders have planned for our future.
Our participation in the Palm Springs Bureau of Tourism’s “We Are Palm Springs” video campaign, wherein we helped spread the message that we are all in this together, and that we so appreciate everyone joining forces to help our city return to this new normal.
Our creation of “Let’s Go Palm Springs,” a program designed to encourage residents and visitors to order takeout from local restaurants. Participants simply download a coupon from the Chamber’s website, then get $10 off orders of $30 or more—and can use their code as often as they’d like. The Chamber reimburses the restaurants the discount for every coupon redeemed. The program was sponsored by the city of Palm Springs, the Bureau of Tourism, and many local businesses. Please see the list of participating eateries at pschamber.org
The management of the Public Bench Artwork Program for the city of Palm Springs and the Palm Springs Public
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Message from City Manager Justin Clifton
Dear Palm Springs:
Welcome to the third edition of PSILOVEYOU, a joint venture between the Palm Springs Chamber of Commerce and City Hall. Our important mission is to keep YOU—our residents and businesses—informed about what’s happening in Palm Springs.
This is my first message to you as your new City Manager, and since arrived in April from the city of Sedona, Arizona, I’ve hit the ground running and learned a great deal already about what makes Palm Springs like no place else.
First and foremost, what I grew to understand almost immediately is that Palm Springs is fortunate to have an extraordinary City Council—not to mention a community of residents, workers, and businesses—who diligently teamed up and worked together during the COVID-19 emergency to keep our city safe!
With that in mind, I would like to take this opportunity to thank our incredible residents, tourism, and business community for the tremendous and proactive work they did over the past year-and-a-half to ensure Palm Springs stayed safe and vibrant during the pandemic—and ready to return to the thriving resort destination it once again is today.
It has been heartening that since California re-opened on June 15, tourism and local
businesses in Palm Springs have begun to thrive again, Palm Springs International Airport is flourishing, and every Thursday night VillageFest is back in downtown with residents and visitors from all over Southern California and beyond enjoying our uniquely original village atmosphere, shopping, dining, and warm, friendly evenings. All of this with safety protocols in place.
Finally, as we move through the summer, I encourage our residents to take advantage of the wonderful programs now being offered at Palm Springs Parks and Recreation, the swim center, Demuth Community Center, James O. Jessie Desert Highland Unity Center, and the Palm Springs Public Library.
In addition, City Hall and the police and fire department lobbies are now open again to the public for business, Monday through Thursday. We are here to serve you.
By the way, our first City Council meeting, after we return from the August break, will take place at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday, September 9. We look forward to your participation in city government, and as always, resident input is appreciated. Please feel free to reach out to me at any time with questions or suggestions via email at CityManager@palmspringsca.gov.
All the Best, Justin Clifton
Arts Commission. The scope of service includes 25 city-owned public benches painted by talented local artists.
The hosting of various monthly digital workshops on marketing and advertising, during which we assist many local businesses with their California Small Business COVID-19 Relief Grant application and with the second phase of Paycheck Protection Program offered to businesses.
As in any emergency, the entire community is only as strong as its weakest member. Our mission at the Chamber is to help the Coachella Valley weather these unprecedented times. We know that, together, we shall prevail and emerge greater and more resilient than ever!
Palm Springs Public Library
300 S. Sunrise Way
Palm Springs Public Library and Welwood Memorial Library open to the public once again
The much-loved Palm Springs Public Library and the Welwood Murray Library have re-opened to the general public. Hours of operation are as follows:
Monday to Thursday, 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Friday and Saturday, 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Computers, Wi-Fi, and mobile printing available.
Welwood Murray Memorial Public Library & Visitors Center
100 S. Palm Canyon Drive
Open daily from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., with extended hours on Thursdays until 8:00 p.m.
Internet, computer services, and Wi-Fi charging stations available. And here’s more good news: Passport service is anticipated to resume soon as well. For more information, please visit PalmSpringsLibrary.org.
SPEND THE SUMMER WITH PALM SPRINGS
Parks & Recreation
The swim center, tennis and pickleball courts, and skate part have re-opened
PALM SPRINGS SWIM CENTER
Open Monday to Sunday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Reservations in one-hour blocks are required between 7:00 a.m. and 12:00 p.m.
Call (760) 323-8278 or visit palmspringsca.gov and click on “Parks and Recreation.”
From 1:00 to 3:00 p.m.
Open lap swim. Drop-ins only. No reservations required. All lanes available, no time restriction. Depending on volume of swimmers, two to three swimmers are allowed per lane.
Water Exercise Classes
Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays.
Class 1: 9:00 to 10:00 a.m.
Class 2: 10:00 to 11:00 a.m.
Annual membership fee: $5 for city of Palm Springs residents and $95 for nonresidents.
Drop-in fee: $5.00 for Palm Springs residents (proof of residency required) and $15 for non-residents.
25-visit scan cards available at $75 for residents and $200 for non-residents
Palm Springs Exceeds California’s
Ambitious Goal of Reducing Greenhouse Gas Emissions with Significant
21 Percent Reduction
Greenhouse gas emissions were recently assessed in Palm Springs—and the city is pleased to announce it has exceeded the State of California’s ambitious goals to reduce emissions and help fight climate change by a significant 21 percent.
This accomplishment is the direct result of over 80 percent of the city’s residents and businesses receiving 100 percent carbon-free electricity from Desert Community Energy, a bold program launched in April 2020 by the city of Palm Springs and the Coachella Valley Association of Governments (CVAG).
The 100 percent carbon-free plan—combined with other climate-friendly policies, including bike lanes, electric vehicle charging stations, and a commitment to preserving open space—has helped Palm Springs become a leader in sustainability and the saving of
our fragile environment. The reduction of greenhouse gas emissions by DCE’s carbonfree customers in Palm Springs equals that of taking 20,000 cars off the road.
In addition, without DCE, the assessment shows Palm Springs would have had nearly a five percent increase in greenhouse gas emissions over the past decade. Instead Palm Springs is now showing a 21 percent reduction, a dramatic change.
The 2020 data also indicate that Palm Springs’ community-wide emissions reflect a variety of activities such as transportation, home heating and cooling, and commercial and government operations.
This good news comes on the heels of DCE signing a contract in February for three new wind farms in Palm Springs that will provide 100 percent of the energy they produce to Palm Springs customers, saving ratepayers $7 to $10 million over 15 years, creating
TENNIS IN RUTH HARDY PARK Courts are open daily.
PICKLEBALL IN DEMUTH PARK Courts are open daily.
PALM SPRINGS SKATE PARK
405 S. Pavilion Way (adjacent to Palm Springs Parks and Recreation)
Monday through Sunday, 2:00 to 9:45 p.m.
Register your children for Skate Camp, July 19-21 & July 26-28, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
For more information, visit palmspringsskatepark.com.
more than 100 jobs, and helping Palm Springs continue to reduce greenhouse emissions.
Armed with this new data, city staff will be working with the Sustainability Commission and the City Council to identify additional actions it can take to continue making progress and help save our planet.
To review the assessment, visit YourSustainableCity.com. For more information about DCE, visit DesertCommunityEnergy.org.
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Flights from International Airport
Southwest Airlines has added four new non-stop routes from Palm Springs. The airline will offer daily year-round service to Sacramento, seasonal service to Dallas and Chicago, and Saturday seasonal service to Portland.
The year-round Sacramento flights will start October 7, 2021 and operate twice daily. Flights between Palm Springs and Dallas, Chicago, and Portland will operate on a seasonal basis during the primary tourism season. The Dallas route begins November 7, the Chicago route starts November 23, and the Saturday Portland route begins on November 20.
And there’s more good news! Alaska Airlines recently announced a new non-stop flight from Palm Springs to Austin, Texas. The new seasonal service starts November 19, and will operate five days a week until April 18.
Palm Springs International Airport now has non-stop flights to 31 cities in season—26 within the United States and five to and from Canada. For more information, please visit palmspringsairport.com.
GREAT NEWS! The city’s wildly popular street fair is back every Thursday night in Palm Springs with a smaller footprint and safety protocols in place. With COVID-19 cases significantly down, the street fair is expected to expand to its original length in the coming months. During the summer, VillageFest hours of operation will be 7:00 to 10:00 p.m.
Palm Canyon Drive from Amado Road to Tahquitz Canyon Way will be closed for VillageFest. Additionally, Museum Way between Palm Canyon Drive and Belardo Road—and Belardo Road between Andreas Road and Tahquitz Canyon—will be shuttered. Tahquitz Canyon Way will remain open to east and west traffic.
Consistently voted the best weekly street
fair in the Coachella Valley, over the last 30 years VillageFest has attracted thousands of visitors from all over the world with vendor booths featuring eclectic art, handcrafted items, and unique food. Shops, restaurants, and galleries stay open late. Stay tuned for more details as VillageFest expands in the coming months. For more information, visit VillageFest.org.
Ne ighb ors Feeding
Neighbors in Need
The Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians partners with Sunrise Produce Company and FIND Food Bank to deliver fresh meals to Coachella Valley families
One of the most disastrous side effects of this more-than-yearlong pandemic has been the food insecurity foisted upon already fragile desert families. Thankfully, since May 15, 2020, more than one million pounds of fresh produce, dairy, protein, and other staples grown in the region have been delivered free of charge to those most in need throughout the Coachella Valley. The program is a joint effort among the Tribe, Sunrise Produce Company, and FIND Food Bank.
As part of the USDA Coronavirus Food Assistance Program (CFAP), the Tribe was quickly approved as a recipient for food boxes through the Food Distribution Program on Indian Reservations. Agua Caliente therefore became a major player in helping to distribute invaluable nutrition to local residents through the $3 billion Farmers to Families Food Box Program.
“As a tribal government, we were eager to step up to become a partner to get fresh food to families throughout Coachella Valley and support our regional agricultural community,” Tribal Chairman Jeff L. Grubbe said. “Over the last 12 months, we’ve donated our entire allocation of fresh food to FIND Food Bank so that it could be shared with the organization’s large network of food pantries, homeless shelters, and families throughout the desert. Sunrise Produce has made sure the food is picked up at regional farms and delivered to FIND Food Bank, which then ensures the lifesaving meals are shared with community members and families who need it most.”
The FIND Food Bank was eager to be a partner in this win-win program. “The importance of sustained, strong partnerships among leading organizations in our community remains key right now as the economic impact of COVID-19 continues to reverberate through so many sectors,” said FIND Food Bank President and CEO Debbie Espinosa. “It takes all of us using multiple coordinated efforts and strategies to ensure there is equitable food distribution to all areas of our desert community. With both FIND and Agua Caliente understanding the scope and scale of our community similarly, our partnership is strong. I’m thankful that we have been able to serve so many people in need together.”
Sunrise Produce Company is classified as an essential food distributor and has adhered to a disaster plan the company enacted to support the COVID-19 crisis. The company focuses on priority distribution to non-profit organizations, which includes school districts, universities, food banks, health care, churches, and food pantries.
“During this crisis, Sunrise Produce has been hard at work fulfilling the needs of all our valued customers,” says Sunrise Produce Company Executive Vice President Lisa Marquez. “Our supply chain has been consistent, and we’ve been committed to sourcing and meeting produce needs throughout this challenging time. Producing essential
As a tribal government, we were eager to step up to become a partner to get fresh food to families throughout Coachella Valley and support our regional agricultural community.”
- Tribal Chairman Jeff L. Grubbe, Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians
and value-added packages for non-profits, school institutions, tribal communities, and health and medical facilities has been a regular component of our business. As we were faced with this challenging period, we were able to accommodate the needs of our communities and frontline facilities by continuing to produce ready-to-eat produce care packages with essential nutritious produce.”
While vaccinations and decreasing caseloads have begun to bring much-needed light at the end of the long pandemic tunnel, none of us is completely out of the woods yet. It’s through crucial partnerships like these that our neighbors can rest assured they have one less thing to worry about.
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Will summer 2021 go down as the busiest ever? Absolutely!
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BY DANIEL VAILLANCOURT
The State of California may have officially re-opened just a few weeks ago, but in Palm Springs, we’ve been going gangbusters for months. And the boom in business shows no signs of stopping, which may just make this summer season the most awesome one in years.
PSILOVEYOU spoke to key Palm Springs players to find out not only how they’re doing in this most popular of periods, but what their crystal balls foretell. Read on…
T R A V E L
We’re continuing to see rebounds in our passenger traffic. April 2021 was the best month we’ve had since the pandemic started, and we’re optimistic our passenger recovery will continue throughout 2021. Our summer flight levels are currently scheduled to be higher than summer 2019, which can be attributed to the entrance of Southwest Airlines at PSP, plus added flights from Alaska Airlines and Delta Air Lines.
With more airlines offering more non-stop routes, and the continued rollout of COVID-19 vaccines, we’re seeing our passenger numbers increasing month over month. Knowing those demographics, I would venture to guess that’s evidence of an increase in tourism, along with pent-up demand due to the pandemic.”
Daniel Meier, C.M.
Deputy Director of Aviation, Marketing & Air Service Palm Springs International Airport palmspringsairport.com
R E T A I L
We’re seeing that our exciting spring awakening in Palm Springs has turned into a summer stunner. As we continue to emerge from the pandemic, tourists and residents alike are re-discovering that local businesses are the heart and soul of this city.
Destination PSP’s numbers are through the roof, and we fully expect the momentum to continue through the rest of the year and beyond.”
Jeffrey Bernstein Owner
Destination PSP destinationpsp.com
I think people have realized the importance of self-care more than ever. My studio has been fully booked every single business day for months now. And there’s no sign of slowing down for the summer. Visitors from all over the country are already calling to make appointments far in advance, into August and beyond. That’s something very new. Hopefully, I’ll stay busy into the fall to make up for last year.”
Yoshi Kono
Owner/Massage Therapist
Yoshi Massage – Fine Therapeutic Bodywork yoshimassage.com
We opened the day the world shut down and had to adapt to the new normal of running a business during COVID-19. Reefer Madness has seen a significant increase in locals and travelers since vaccinations have commenced. Additionally, we’ve seen an increase in business to our smoking lounge since gathering restrictions have lifted. We’re grateful for our customers, who kept us afloat during the pandemic. We anticipate a busy summer ahead of us!”
Amanda Adkins Marketing/Social Media Manager Reefer Madness reefermadnesslounge.com
I’m so grateful for the loyal takeout patronage of my 533 Viet Fusion and Roly China Fusion customers throughout the pandemic.
We opened up 1501 Uptown Gastropub when outside dining was just re-introduced, and I honestly feel that people discovering us after more than a year of not eating out created an emotional attachment to that restaurant. It’s been pivotal to our success, as has choosing Eight4Nine’s Willie Rhine as my business partner, which is one of the best decisions I’ve ever made.
Now, with more and more people getting vaccinated, I believe business will skyrocket through this typically “slow” summer season. That’ll lead us all into a record-breaking busy season starting this fall. After all, the Roaring Twenties followed the pandemic of 1918. We’re now seeing a similar pattern.”
Chad Gardner Chef/Owner 533vietfusion.com 1501uptown.com rolychinafusion.com
It’s nice to see things picking back up downtown. I think the vaccine is making people feel much safer about going out. I’m not sure what to expect out of summer. I think it’ll be amazing for restaurants, but not sure if people will be walking up and down the street shopping at 1:00 p.m. in 120-degree heat. I know people have been eager to get out, but I don’t know if there’s still any way of predicting anything. I’m really looking forward to winter, though. I think that’s when I’ll probably see the real “back to normal.” For now, I’m just happy things are going in the right direction.”
Trevor Wayne Artist/Owner
Trevor Wayne Pop Art Store trevorwayne.com
After a red-hot market over the last 12 months, we now have a little more inventory building, and the frenzy of buying and selling has leveled off somewhat. This plateau may be due to vaccinated people focusing their attention and money on things they’ve missed during COVID-19—airplane travel, local socializing, planning for oncoming summer events. That said, there’s still a lot of competition for the buyer out there; the market is certainly not stopping. This last year has definitely put Palm Springs on the map as a place to not only visit but to live full-time if you enjoy the newfound luxury of working from home.”
James Meyer Owner/Realtor Zapala Meyer Real Estate Group zapalameyercaliforniaproperties.com
R E N O V A TI O N
What goes hand-in-hand with a red-hot real estate market is a scorching home improvement market. Not to mention that due to COVID-19 over the last 18 months or so, people stuck at home were noticing what needed sprucing up and went ahead with minor and major renovation projects requiring our services. All this to say that—as opposed to previous summers—my husband and business partner Chris Lucas and I are seeing no lull in business. In fact, we’re busier than ever. We’ve got projects lined up from now well into the fall.”
Paul McCreesh
Owner/General Contractor GreenGuys Construction greenguys.net
D I N I N G
Jakob Layman
A. Lee
Courtesy Reefer Madness
PSP, the gateway to and from our paradise.
The delicious dishes of Roly China Fusion.
Destination PSP’s downtown retail location.
A host of pot products are available at Reefer Madness.
One of GreenGuys Construction’s latest reno projects.
The rental market is still hot, hot, hot throughout Palm Springs.
Certified massage therapist Yoshi Kono in his downtown studio.
Trevor Wayne Pop Shop
Artist Trevor Wayne with his pretty pictures in his downtown shop.
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BOUTIQUE DESIGN BOUTIQUE DESIGN
Located in the heart of Palm Springs’ Uptown Design District, Flannery Exchange is a mixed-use space providing desert guests and residents the opportunity to work, play, shop, dine, and celebrate.
From the team behind Acme House Company, the new coworking space invites travelers to extend their stay in the desert by adding remote work days to their trip. Additionally, Flannery Exchange has the capability to sponsor events on the expansive rooftop deck.
The Flannery Exchange was conceptualized and designed by founder Mike Flannery, who also founded Acme House Company and Solterra Builders, and consisted of a year-long makeover of the existing space. The transformation was so spectacular - even in the midst of COVID - that we decided to ask Mike Flannery more about it.
Q: What was the inspiration behind the Flannery Exchange?
I wanted to share the love of Palm Springs and the creative energy of the desert with digital nomads, entrepreneurs, and “bleisure” travelers who crave an inspired workspace, surrounded by a community of like-minded people.
Q: What about this particular building caught your attention?
The location! Uptown is my home and favorite part of Palm Springs. Plus the building was perfect for what I wanted. It had the parking and opportunity to build out in places that were previously unused, and the creation of the rooftop deck and the drive thru were both supported by the city - which helped me take the leap.
Q: How did COVID affect your plans?
In many ways! The original plan for the building was to have the downstairs area be all cowork and office space, and the upstairs be office space for Acme House Company, plus a cowork lounge with a rooftop deck that converted to event space after hours and on the weekends. I had to pivot during COVID and add in retail space and a coffee shop (Cafe La Jefa). The funny thing is that what we ended up with in terms of the mix of tenants, vibe, design, and overall experience, is more in line with what I dreamed about in the beginning, so it all worked out. There’s even a restaurant coming soon!
Q: What gave you the energy to push through during COVID?
I just refuse to give up. I watched what happened during the great recession, where previously strong people lost their footing and faltered only to miss out on the rebound and opportunities that were created. I knew I could make this work.
Q: Did you ever think of walking away?
Oh yes! If there would’ve been a way to get out of this without ruining my credit or lawsuits, I would have. have been a builder developer for 18 years, so when the pandemic hit, I knew how much work I was getting myself into, but I pushed through. I had to take over the project, supervising everything all day, then going to the office to do 4 more hours of catch up, plus the other job (Acme House Company) still needing to be done.
FLANNERYEXCHANGE
MAKEOVER OF AN
SPACE - IN THE MIDST OF COVID
Q: What gap do you hope the Flannery Exchange fills?
Too many times in Palm Springs, there is a tendency for commercial properties to fall short on amenities for tenants and visitors. Instead of creating a space focused on how much rent I could charge, I wanted to create a space where tenants, in partnership with the property owner, could create a lot more together.
The Story Behind Palm Springs’ Hottest New Spot for Business & Leisure
Photos: Drew Metzger
DOWNTOWN PALM SPRINGS MEET YOUR NEW OFFICE
The Chamber’s Palm Springs Co-Work offers modern, flexible options in the heart of downtown. Choose from two vibrant locations: Chamber HQ, with its midcentury feel and stunning mountain views, or the modern, industrial suites above the West Elm building, which overlook Palm Canyon Drive.
Amenities include high-speed WiFi, kitchen and lounge areas, coffee, beverages, snacks, and free parking. Need a break? Walk to nearby shops and restaurants. And don’t forget that Co-Work members enjoy exclusive Chamber benefits, including free access to networking opportunities, special events, and discounts.
Full-time locals, seasonal residents, and out-of-towners combine to make Palm Springs Co-Work an inspiring environment for enterprises of any size or budget. No longterm commitment is ever required.
Contact us at (760) 325-1577 or mellis@pschamber.org or visit pschamber.org for more information or to reserve your spot.
Local THINK
It’s summer, and diehard Palm Springs residents and visitors aren’t shy about weathering a little daytime, triple-digit heat. And seriously, could our estival evenings be any more perfect? So, in this issue, we spotlight 10 recreational opportunities that are sure to float your boat. After all, as the legendary Cyndi Lauper has been singing for decades, girls (and boys) just want to have fun!
Fit in with the easy desert lifestyle on the seat of a colorful cruiser. Explore the iconic Palm Springs neighborhoods of this modernist mecca. BIKE Palm Springs offers visitors and locals a green and healthy addition to tourism and exercise. We give our clients more than just something to do; we provide a memorable experience. Located in the center of town, BIKE Palm Springs has a great selection of bicycles, including beach cruisers, electric, road, or hybrid bicycles. Come experience Palm Springs’s most wonderful assets: the weather, the history, the architecture, and the people! bikepsrentals.com or (760) 832-8912
Big Wheel Tours
Offroad Rentals is open—first come, first served—365 days a year from 10:00 a.m. to one hour before sunset. All quads/ATVs and safety equipment (helmet, a shower cap to protect your head from our helmets, and protective eyewear) are provided. Those 18 and over may wear sunglasses instead of goggles. Please bring/wear your own mask. These are self-guided tours, which means you ride at your own risk anywhere in the fenced in area on several acres of land filled with donut holes and obstacles, sandy dunes, and flatlands. Age six and up. Those aged four to six can ride in a trailer pulled behind an adult. Everyone must sign a liability release. offroadrentals.com or (760) 325-0376
Big Wheel Tours offers the best customized tours of the Coachella Valley’s incredible natural landmarks. From rugged jeep tours of the San Andreas Fault and Joshua Tree National Park to exhilarating bike tours of the Indian Canyons and Meccacopia wilderness, Big Wheel Tours has an adventure for everyone. Or you can create your own adventure by choosing from a wide selection of rental bicycles and electric assist bikes. With locations in downtown Palm Springs and Palm Desert, it’s convenient and easy for you to get on a bike and get on your way. bwbtours.com (760) 779-1837, or (760) 548-0500
Palm Springs Aerial Tramway
The Palm Springs Aerial Tramway—the world’s largest rotating tram car—travels over two-andone-half miles along the cliffs of Chino Canyon, transporting visitors to the pristine wilderness of the Mount San Jacinto State Park. During this ten-minute journey, tram cars rotate slowly, offering spectacular vistas of the valley below. At the Tram’s Mountain Station—elevation 8,516 feet and 30 degrees cooler than the desert floor—dine in two restaurants, enjoy viewpoints, hike over 50 miles of trails, watch two documentary films, and visit the natural history museum. Overnight camping available with advance reservation.
pstramway.com or (760) 325-1391
The Living Desert Zoo and Gardens
Fun for the entire the family, The Living Desert Zoo and Gardens welcomes guests to learn about and appreciate the world’s deserts through interactive and immersive habitats, engaging activities, hiking trails, botanical gardens, and more. Featuring more than 500 animals, including giraffe, jaguar, African wild dog, wallabies, and so many more, The Living Desert is an oasis of family fun to explore nature and create meaningful experiences to be remembered for a lifetime. As an accredited member of the Association of Zoos and Aquariums, The Living Desert ensures the highest standards of animal care, and participates in conservation efforts at the Zoo and around the world.
livingdesert.org or (760) 346-5694
Palm Springs Power Baseball
Live sports entertainment is back with the Palm Springs Power—the hometown team of the Coachella Valley since 2004—featuring some of the nation’s top collegiate baseball players competing against teams from all over the southwest. Not just a night of exciting entertainment, Palm Springs Stadium features the largest misting system in the valley, along with all the great ballpark food and fun, plus the coldest draft beer in in the city. Tickets are available at the box office for home games every Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday through July 17. palmspringspowerbaseball.com or (760) 778-HITS (4487)
Everyone knows that walking isn’t only a great way to discover—or rediscover—a city. It’s good for you to boot! And in Palm Springs, your very own Chamber of Commerce ensures that walking is a joy. But don’t just look up and around. Look down! That’s where you’ll find the famed Walk of the Stars, a program the Chamber manages. Since 1992, more than 440 stars honoring notable entertainers, humanitarians, civic leaders, architects, artists, authors, and athletes have been inducted on the sidewalks throughout downtown, uptown, and all around the our beautiful city. Dedications resume this fall. walkofthestars.com (760) 325-1577, or get the app!
Offroad Rentals
BIKE Palm Springs Rentals & Tours
Palm Springs Surf Club
(This wet treat opens in 2022, but it’s too cool not to mention. Surfing in the desert— what?)
The long-awaited redevelopment of the former Wet n Wild water park gives birth to the Palm Springs Surf Club (PSSC), a literal new wave for the desert. With a state-ofthe-art wave pool at its heart, the park redevelopment will feature an overall cleanup and modernization of onsite amenities. Some water slides will be retained, and upgraded food and beverage opportunities will be provided. The Lazy River will be another improved attraction, and event space will be activated onsite. PSSC aims to become a local treasure and source of pride for Palm Springs. Whether you’re a beginner who wants to learn, or a seasoned lifelong surfer, the waves will provide a unique, futuristic, and satisfying experience that will redefine ‘recreation’ in Palm Springs. palmspringssurfclub.com
Experience a few quiet hours of “getting away from it all” on over 150 miles of convenient riding trails that provide both solitude and breathtaking beauty. Located in Palm Springs near the Indian Canyons, Smoke Tree Stables offers guided rides by the hour or for the entire day. Also offered is an equine therapy program that focuses on what the horse can bring into the process of insight, change, and healing. Group activities with the horse will involve various themes, including boundaries, self-esteem, relationships, and mindfulness.
smoketreestables.com or (760) 3271372.
The Palm Springs Windmill
Tours is an educational, safe, and fun tour for friends and family. Self-driving adventures allow you to explore the evolution of wind turbines on a private wind farm from the comfort of your own vehicle. Tours allow you to exit at each stop, guiding you thanks to a curated video.
windmilltours.com or (800) 531-5834
Palm Springs
Windmill Tours
2021 BUSINESS EXPO AND TASTE OF PALM SPRINGS
Returns with a
New location
Popular event to be held September 22 from 5:00 to 9:00 p.m. at Indian Canyon Golf Resort, 1100 East Murray Canyon Drive, in Palm Springs
Considered to be the most-heralded business-oriented event of the year, the Palm Springs Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce a new home for its annual extravaganza, which is sure to again set the standard for the upcoming season’s networking events.
Included will be a taste of more than 30 valley restaurants, wine and beer tasting, a cocktail bar, and live entertainment. Over 100 local businesses will showcase their products and services. “We could not think of a better location to hold this amazing affair,” says Chamber CEO Nona Watson. “Since we can spread out over the entire golf course, participants are sure to have plenty of room to explore the offerings.”
The Expo is free to the public, and Taste of Palm Springs wristbands—which permit the bearer to all food, wine, and beer—are $25.00 and available at pschamber.org, where participating restaurants and businesses are also listed.
New
Members
Queertique
120 La Plaza
Palm Springs, CA, 92262 (206)412-5410
queertique.com
Santorini Greek Restaurant
190 N Palm Canyon Drive
Palm Springs, CA, 92262 (760)656-0149
santorinigyroca.com
Troy Bankord Design
1775 E Palm Canyon Drive Suite #110-387
Palm Springs, CA, 92262 (760)702-1592
troybankorddesign.com
Chris Josef, Integrative Massage Therapy
1775 E Palm Canyon Drive Suite 110 1072
Palm Springs, CA, 92264 (442)300-8083
facebook.com/chrisjoseflmt
TigerBear Productions
1131 E Sierra Way
Palm Springs, CA, 92264 (716)239-0398 tigerbearproductions.com
Crockett Law Group 777 E Tahquitz Canyon Way Suite 200-2005 Palm Springs, CA, 92262 (760)999-4444 crockettlawgroup.com
Reefer Madness Dispensary and Loung
4693 Ramon Road
Palm Springs, CA, 92264 (760)424-8588
reefermadnesslounge.com
The Elite Maids
1578 W Colorado Blvd., Pasadena, CA, 91105 (323)982-9500 elitemaidscleaning.com
Your Bookkeeper and More, LLC
750 E Tahquitz Canyon Way Suite 4 Space 5 Palm Springs, CA, 92262 (760)318-7618 yourbookkepperandmore. com
BDS Events and Marketing
1111 Tahquitz Canyon Way Palm Springs, CA, 92262 (224)402-4911
Crush Crush Promos
44489 Town Center Way
Palm Desert, CA, 92260 (424)634-2779 crushcrushpromos.com
My Yoga Place
Palm Springs
1572 S Palm Canyon Drive
Palm Springs, CA, 92264 (760)834-1944 myyogaplacepalmsprings. com
Tammy’s Paw Spa
400 El Cielo Road #1 Palm Springs, CA, 92262 (760)660-1278 tammyspawspa.business. site
Pho 533 Viet Fusion
1775 E Palm Canyon Drive Palm Springs, CA, 92264 (760)656-8588 533vietfusion.com
Roadrunner Print and Ship
4741 E Palm Canyon Drive Suite C
Palm Springs, CA, 92264 (760)699-8889
rrpns.com
Four Twenty Bank
296 S Palm Canyon Drive
Palm Springs, CA, 92262 (760)778-1053 fourtwentybank.com
Modern Woodmen of America
120 W. Arenas Road, Ste#6 Palm Springs, CA, 92262 (760)413-5091 modernwoodmen.org
Flannery Exchange
750 N Palm Canyon Drive
Palm Springs, CA, 92262 (760)364-9611
Flanneryexchange.com
The Fitness Edge
170 S Sunrise Way
Palm Springs, CA, 92262 (240)876-0355 thefitnessedgeps.com
FASTSIGNS
540 S Vella Road Palm Springs, CA, 92264 (760)548-0343 fastsigns.com/2360
Oscar’s Downtown Palm Springs
125 E Tahquitz Canyon Way Suite 108 Palm Springs, CA, 92262 (760)422-7465
oscarspalmsprings.com
Desert Staffing Services Serving the Coachella Valley
Palm Springs, CA, 92262 (760)907-9601 desertstaffingservices.com
Everson RV Rentals 3690 Airport Center Drive #38 Palm Springs, CA, 92264 (360)312-7104 eversonrv.com
Home Real Estate
Concierge 394 Terra Vita Palm Springs, CA, 92262 (760)600-8799 homerealestateconcierge. com
Old Town Artisian Studio
78-046 Calle Barcelona La Quinta, CA, 92253 (760)777-1444
oldtownartisanstudios.org
Aaron F. Garcia 710-780 San Jacinto Drive Building J Rancho Mirage, CA, 92270 (760)346-3788 attygarcia.com
The Happy Plunger Plumbing Services
520 South Highland Drive Palm Springs, CA, 92262 (760)656-9060 thehappyplungerplumbing. com
lostyourmind Gallery
1000 S. Palm Canyon Drive #205
Palm Springs, CA, 92262 (760)318-6509
Tile Designs by Fina 261 Tahquitz Canyon Way Palm Springs, CA, 92262 (760)776-2300 tiledesignsbyfina.com
Not So Innocent
2100 N Palm Canyon Drive Palm Springs, CA, 92262 (760)322-0999 notsoinnocent.biz
HR Green 44651 Village Court #125, Palm Desert, CA, 92260 (855)900-4742 hrgreen.com
OTC
Dispensary & Lounge
757 S Williams Road
Palm Springs, CA, 92264
(760)548-0138
offthechartsshop.com
Luchows Palm Springs
4771 East Palm Canyon Drive
Palm Springs, CA, 92264 (760)459-3088
luchowspalmsprings.com
Palm Springs Rock Shop
138 S. Palm Canyon Drive
Palm Springs, CA, 92262 (760)567-6628
palmspringsrockshop.com
PS Test
555 E Tacheva Drive 1E-201
Palm Springs, CA, 92262 (503)307-5566
healthypstest.org
Sam’s Family SPA
70875 Dillon Road
Desert Hot Springs, CA, 92241 (760)329-6457
samsfamilyspa.com
Blackburn Studio
693 E Sunny Dunes Road
Palm Springs, CA, 92264 (760)218-5763
Made Creative LLC
Serving the Coachella Valley
Palm Springs, CA, 92264 (818)303-6904
madecreative360.com
Gallosky Networks
17850 Corkhill Road SPC 4
Desert Hot Springs, CA, 92241 (760)437-9799
gallosky.com
Shag Store
745 N Palm Canyon Drive
Palm Springs, CA, 92262 (619)618-6757
shagstore.com
Southwest Airlines
2702 Love Field Drive, Dallas, TX, 75235 (214) 792-4119 southwest.com
Blackburn Studio
693 E Sunny Dunes Road
Palm Springs, CA, 92264 (760)218-5763
Made Creative LLC
Serving the Coachella Valley
Palm Springs, CA, 922 (818)303-6904
madecreative360.com
Gallosky Networks
17850 Corkhill Road SPC 4
Desert Hot Springs, CA, 92241 (760)437-9799
www.gallosky.com
Shag Store
745 N Palm Canyon Drive
Palm Springs, CA, 92262 (619)618-6757
shagstore.com
Dr. Lynda Reid LLC 6143 Mashie Road
Palm Springs, CA, 92264 (802)497-4646
Hancock Partners LPL
Financial
500 S Palm Canyon Drive Suite 307
Palm Springs, CA, 92264 (760)314-3700
www.hancock-partners.com
Krafix Design
1411 N Sunrise Way Unit 21 Palm Springs, CA, 92262 (760)548-0305
www.krafix.design
Haven Training Center
1243 N Gene Autry Trail Suite #116
Palm Springs, CA, 92262 (760)537-1771
haventrainingcenters.com
Urban Yoga Center DAP Health
1695 N Sunrise Way at Vista Chino
Palm Springs, CA 92262 760-413-9181
www.urbanyoga.org
Scan to view the full directory of Palm Springs Chamber of Commerce members
Palm Springs City Hall
3200 E. Tahquitz Canyon Way (760) 323-8299 palmspringsca.gov
Palm Springs Police Department
200 S. Civic Way
Direct Line (760) 323-8116 Public Information (760) 323-8106 pspd.com
Palm Springs Fire Department
300 N. El Cielo Road (760) 323-8181
Office of the City Manager (760) 322-8362
Office of the Assistant City Manager/City Engineer (760) 323-8202
Office of the City Council (760) 322-8385
Office of the City Attorney (760) 323-8205
Office of the City Clerk (760) 323-8204
Request public records via email at cityclerk@palmspringsca.gov
Office of Communications/ Public Information (760) 323-8250
Office of Neighborhood Involvement (760) 323-8255 palmspringsneighborhoods.com
Office of Special Program Compliance/Vacation Rentals & Cannabis (760) 322-8370
Information Technology and Palm Springs Community Television (760) 322-8397
Finance Department
Direct Line (760) 323-8229
Business Licenses (760) 323-8289
Community and Economic Development (760) 323-8259
Office of Sustainability (760) 323-8214
Planning Services (760) 323-8245
Public Works & Engineering (760) 323-8253
Building & Safety (760) 323-8242
Maintenance & Facilities (760) 323-8167
Code Enforcement (760) 323-8177
Parks and Recreation
401 S. Pavilion Way (760) 323-8272
Demuth Community Center 3601 E. Mesquite Ave. (760) 320-6430
James O. Jessie Desert
Highland Unity Center
480 Tramview Road (760) 323-8271
Palm Springs Public Library
300 S. Sunrise Way (760) 322-7323
palmspringslibrary.org
Welwood Murray Memorial Public Library & Visitors Center
100 S. Palm Canyon Drive (760) 323-8296
Palm Springs International Airport
3400 E. Tahquitz Canyon Way (760) 318-3800
palmspringsairport.com
Palm Springs Animal Control (760) 323-8151 (760) 327-1441
Active animal assistance
Palm Springs Animal Shelter 4575 E. Mesquite Avenue (760) 416-5718
psanimalshelter.org
Palm Springs Convention & Bureau of Tourism
277 N. Avenida Caballeros (760) 325-6611
VisitPalmSprings.Com
Organized Neighborhoods of Palm Springs, ONE-PS one-ps.org palmspringsneighborhoods@one-ps.org
USEFUL CONTACTS FOR OTHER COMMUNITY SERVICES AND ORGANIZATIONS
Desert Water Agency
1200 Gene Autry Trail South (760) 323-4971 DWA.org
LGBTQ Community Center of the Desert
1301 N. Palm Canyon Drive, Ste. 301 (760) 416-7790 thecenterps.org
Mizell Center
480 S. Sunrise Way (760) 323-5689 mizell.org
Palm Springs Chamber of Commerce
190 W. Amado Road (760) 325-1577 pschamber.org
Palm Springs Disposal Services
4690 E. Mesquite Avenue (760) 327-1351 palmspringsdisposal.com
Palm Springs Unified School District
150 District Center Drive (760) 883-2700 psusd.us
Volunteer Palm Springs
PO Box 5803
Palm Springs, CA 92263 760.902.2297
volunteerpalmsprings.org
Well in the Desert 441 S. Calle Encilia (760) 285-7297 wellinthedesert.org
CITY HOTLINES
Code Enforcement (760) 778-8434
Graffiti (760) 778-8469
Vacation Rental Compliance (760) 322-8383
ELECTED OFFICIALS
Congressman Raul Ruiz, MD, 36th District
Coachella Valley District Office 43875 Washington Street, Ste. 4 Palm Desert, CA 92211 (760) 424-8888
Riverside County Supervisor V. Manuel Perez, 4th District
Coachella Valley District Office 73710 Fred Waring Drive, Ste. 222
Palm Desert, CA 92260 (760) 863-8211
Assemblyman Chad Mayes, 42nd Assembly District
41608 Indian Trail, Ste. 1 Rancho Mirage, CA 92270 (760) 346-6342
State Senator
Melissa Melendez, 28th Senate District 45125 Smurr Street, Ste. B Indio, CA 92201 (760) 398-6442
