Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Desert Hot Springs public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
4 issues in parks rec with medium priority
Desert Nights on the Boulevard Season Two
Supporters say the art studio on Pearson could jumpstart a long-stalled local arts scene and keep visitors — and dollars — in Desert Hot Springs instead of Palm Springs or Joshua Tree.
New parks: Eagles Sports Park and Skyborne community park
The city broke ground on the new youth sports park at Hacienda and Chola Drive, which will give youth football, cheer, and senior baseball programs their own dedicated fields within about a year.
Fourth of July fireworks versus drone show
The council had to choose between its traditional fireworks show ($35,000) and drone light shows quoting $28,000 to $90,000 for the city's 250th anniversary celebration. They compromised on timing: fireworks in 2026, drones in 2027.
New sports park at Cholla and Hacienda
The city's new sports park breaks ground Saturday with a youth football field and a senior baseball field, replacing the need to rent the high school field.