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July 12 Daily Briefing: Eyebrows raised over request by councilmember’s org, CV Link group honors entrepreneur, and more

In today's Daily Briefing we report on claims that the local Pride organization is in dire need of additional taxpayer dollars, an award for a young entrepreneur, and summer graduation ceremonies at PSHS.

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Days after raising concerns about art museum getting $300,000 from city, mayor pro tem’s organization seeking same amount

Visitors flock to Palm Springs every year for Pride events. The organization behind the celebration said it may no longer be able keep events free without additional taxpayer funds.

Cannabis dispensaries continue to struggle even after moratorium on new businesses, tax cut

With only two fewer active licenses in the city since a moratorium was first imposed last fall, retailers say there's still well over the number needed to level the playing field. 

July 11 Daily Briefing: What’s next for two grocery stores, design rules for Escena homes, and more

In today's Daily Briefing we report on the fate of a pair of grocery stores, what's next for the latest batch of homes in Escena, and introduce you to Emma, a cat in need of a forever home.

Palm Springs Library Foundation unveils ambitious fundraising plans

The foundation has embarked on a $1 million capital campaign to be matched by trustees, funding enhancements to the children's area and community room during the library renovation.

July 10 Daily Briefing: Encampment regulations, ‘Pacaso’ homes, palm tree trimming, and more

In today's Daily Briefing we report on efforts to regulate a co-ownership housing model here, what the city can now do about homeless encampments, and what it hopes to do about palm tree skirts.

City Council approves regulating homeless encampments despite concerns

The ordinance makes it a violation to set up an encampment or sleep anywhere on public property in the city. However, it comes with several caveats for Palm Springs police officers when enforcing the rules.

Palm Springs OKs controversial co-owned housing ordinance

The ordinance establishes a regulatory framework for companies like Pacaso that purchase residential properties and sell ownership shares to multiple buyers.

City Council unanimously approves placing removal of Measure J sunset clause on November ballot

The tax generates approximately $20 million annually for Palm Springs and has raised over $180 million since its inception. Funds have supported major projects including the $45 million downtown revitalization.

City leaders to consider revamping palm tree trimming policy, citing concerns over safety

An incident in March on a downtown sidewalk, which resulted in injuries to a child, renewed debate over the city’s palm tree maintenance practices, which have come under fire multiple times since 2009.

July 9 Daily Briefing: Previewing tonight’s City Council meeting, power outage impacts 1,200, and more

In today’s Daily Briefing we report on last night's meeting between the mayor and members of the Human Rights Commission, a power outage that impact 1,200, and what to expect at tonight's City Council meeting.

July 8 Daily Briefing: Where to volunteer in and around the city, lip sync event again wows crowd, and more

In today's Daily Briefing we dive deep into the many volunteer opportunities in Palm Springs and the Coachella Valley and highlight an annual ONE-PS event that's proving popular.

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