Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Desert Hot Springs public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
3 issues in business jobs
Alcohol sales at former Chevron station on 20th Avenue
Two stores on Palm Drive can now sell beer, wine and liquor to go. The census tract already has nine off-sale licenses where the state allocates four, but the city found public convenience or necessity for both new licenses.
Tourism and destination master plan
Visit Greater Palm Springs reported $165 million in economic impact for Desert Hot Springs, including $29.4 million from short-term rentals. A new destination stewardship plan with a city-specific component will guide tourism for the next decade.
Amazon distribution center opening and local jobs
The city cut the ribbon on a new 635,000-square-foot Amazon facility expected to bring more than 2,000 jobs, with roughly 1,500 already hired and a large share reported to be Desert Hot Springs residents.