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Upcoming Community Meetings

Community meetings will be held in November at 5:30 p.m. at the Palm Desert Chamber of Commerce building conference room (72559 CA-111, Palm Desert, CA 92260). Join us to discuss neighborhood traffic for three specific areas of our community:

  • South Palm Desert: November 12, 5:30 p.m. - Palm Desert Chamber of Commerce
  • East Palm Desert: November 13, 5:30 p.m. - Palm Desert Chamber of Commerce
  • Central Palm Desert: November 18, 5:30 p.m. - Palm Desert Chamber of Commerce

We look forward to seeing you there!

Palm Desert Traffic Management Community Meetings

In case you missed our prior meetings, don't worry - we've got you covered! On October 5, 2023, the City of Palm Desert hosted a virtual community gathering that focused on a variety of traffic management initiatives in the South Palm Desert area, with a special emphasis on the Neighborhood Traffic Management Program and Haystack Road vicinity.

During this virtual meeting, the City presented vital information about forthcoming projects aimed at enhancing traffic management, ensuring residents' safety, and increasing convenience. The input and feedback from South Palm Desert residents were pivotal in shaping the success of these initiatives.

Missed the Meeting? Access the Recording Here: Virtual Meeting Recording

Other past community meetings:

  • Zone 2: Tuesday, October 17, 2023
  • Zone 1: Wednesday, October 18, 2023
  • Zone 3: Thursday, October 19, 2023

We invite you to mark your calendars for the forthcoming meeting. This event offers you a unique opportunity to interact directly with City staff and your fellow residents and provide your input on matters concerning our community.

July 2024 Community Meetings Recap

In July 2024, the City held two community meetings to discuss the progress of the pilot speed cushion installations on New York Avenue and Bursera Way in South Palm Desert. These meetings held midway through the trial period, offered an opportunity for residents to provide feedback on the new traffic calming measures.

The feedback about the speed cushions has been largely positive, with many residents expressing satisfaction with their effectiveness in curbing speeding. Additional feedback has also been received via email, phone calls, and through the City’s online platform, www.engagepalmdesert.com.

We value all the input received thus far as we continue evaluating these measures to improve traffic conditions and enhance safety on residential streets. Please continue to share your feedback using the tools at the bottom of this page.



The NTMP Includes the Following Key Elements:

How Can Your Neighborhood Join:

If you're interested in submitting your neighborhood for consideration by the Neighborhood Traffic Management Program, please call 760.346.0611 or email balbeitawi@cityofpalmdesert.org to inquire about the process and receive a project initiation form. You can also use the tools below to submit a question, add an NTMP idea, or drop a pin on a map where traffic issues are prevalent.

The flow chart below outlines the NTMP process is shown below. Please also look at our NTMP Toolbox by clicking this link.


Current Neighborhoods Being Studied:

The City of Palm Desert is currently reviewing three sections of the city as part of the NTMP. These include:


Upcoming Community Meetings

Community meetings will be held in November at 5:30 p.m. at the Palm Desert Chamber of Commerce building conference room (72559 CA-111, Palm Desert, CA 92260). Join us to discuss neighborhood traffic for three specific areas of our community:

  • South Palm Desert: November 12, 5:30 p.m. - Palm Desert Chamber of Commerce
  • East Palm Desert: November 13, 5:30 p.m. - Palm Desert Chamber of Commerce
  • Central Palm Desert: November 18, 5:30 p.m. - Palm Desert Chamber of Commerce

We look forward to seeing you there!

Palm Desert Traffic Management Community Meetings

In case you missed our prior meetings, don't worry - we've got you covered! On October 5, 2023, the City of Palm Desert hosted a virtual community gathering that focused on a variety of traffic management initiatives in the South Palm Desert area, with a special emphasis on the Neighborhood Traffic Management Program and Haystack Road vicinity.

During this virtual meeting, the City presented vital information about forthcoming projects aimed at enhancing traffic management, ensuring residents' safety, and increasing convenience. The input and feedback from South Palm Desert residents were pivotal in shaping the success of these initiatives.

Missed the Meeting? Access the Recording Here: Virtual Meeting Recording

Other past community meetings:

  • Zone 2: Tuesday, October 17, 2023
  • Zone 1: Wednesday, October 18, 2023
  • Zone 3: Thursday, October 19, 2023

We invite you to mark your calendars for the forthcoming meeting. This event offers you a unique opportunity to interact directly with City staff and your fellow residents and provide your input on matters concerning our community.

July 2024 Community Meetings Recap

In July 2024, the City held two community meetings to discuss the progress of the pilot speed cushion installations on New York Avenue and Bursera Way in South Palm Desert. These meetings held midway through the trial period, offered an opportunity for residents to provide feedback on the new traffic calming measures.

The feedback about the speed cushions has been largely positive, with many residents expressing satisfaction with their effectiveness in curbing speeding. Additional feedback has also been received via email, phone calls, and through the City’s online platform, www.engagepalmdesert.com.

We value all the input received thus far as we continue evaluating these measures to improve traffic conditions and enhance safety on residential streets. Please continue to share your feedback using the tools at the bottom of this page.



The NTMP Includes the Following Key Elements:

How Can Your Neighborhood Join:

If you're interested in submitting your neighborhood for consideration by the Neighborhood Traffic Management Program, please call 760.346.0611 or email balbeitawi@cityofpalmdesert.org to inquire about the process and receive a project initiation form. You can also use the tools below to submit a question, add an NTMP idea, or drop a pin on a map where traffic issues are prevalent.

The flow chart below outlines the NTMP process is shown below. Please also look at our NTMP Toolbox by clicking this link.


Current Neighborhoods Being Studied:

The City of Palm Desert is currently reviewing three sections of the city as part of the NTMP. These include:


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  • Share Who was thinking when they added all the apartments in Palm Desert. We will need another way of transportation. We don’t have air planes! The other day the traffic was very heavy how we deal with so much more. Was there any thinging about this? on Facebook Share Who was thinking when they added all the apartments in Palm Desert. We will need another way of transportation. We don’t have air planes! The other day the traffic was very heavy how we deal with so much more. Was there any thinging about this? on Twitter Share Who was thinking when they added all the apartments in Palm Desert. We will need another way of transportation. We don’t have air planes! The other day the traffic was very heavy how we deal with so much more. Was there any thinging about this? on Linkedin Email Who was thinking when they added all the apartments in Palm Desert. We will need another way of transportation. We don’t have air planes! The other day the traffic was very heavy how we deal with so much more. Was there any thinging about this? link

    Who was thinking when they added all the apartments in Palm Desert. We will need another way of transportation. We don’t have air planes! The other day the traffic was very heavy how we deal with so much more. Was there any thinging about this?

    Terry Blitz asked 6 months ago

    Hi Terry,

    Thank you for reaching out with your concerns about the recent apartment developments in Palm Desert. We appreciate your engagement and the opportunity to address your questions.

    Please rest assured that all housing projects undergo a thorough review process by City Staff, the Architectural Review Commission, the Planning Commission, and the City Council. These bodies meticulously evaluate each development, considering a variety of factors including architectural design, community impact, and compliance with local regulations.

    However, it is important to note that recent state legislation has limited the City’s ability to prevent or restrict the private construction of multi-family homes. The state has implemented these laws to address the growing need for housing across California, promoting increased development to meet demand. The City takes an active role in ensuring design standards, landscaping, and building safety codes are met for each of these communities. 

    Regarding your concerns about traffic congestion, we understand your frustration. Each new development is assessed for its potential impact on local street capacity. The City carefully reviews traffic studies and works with developers to implement measures that mitigate congestion and enhance transportation infrastructure. While traffic may be heavy at times, currently our arterial roads are not over capacity based on these studies.  

    We understand that changes in the community can bring challenges, and we are committed to working with residents to manage growth in a way that maintains the quality of life in Palm Desert. Thank you for your understanding and for sharing your concerns with us.

    Sincerely,

    Ryland Penta

  • Share I live in neighborhood 3. It’s good to see what is being planned to calm speeds here. Is there any discussion about the excessive speed on Highway 74? Both uphill (South) AND downhill (North). Highway 74 is only a two lane road with lots of cross traffic attempting to get in or out of the neighborhood. Is 55 mph really appropriate especially when most exceed the limit? More police presence with speeding tickets given on a regular basis would help at least. Also, the loud cars with modified mufflers are everywhere! Especially on 74. Is this no longer A violation? Thank you in advance, Bonnie on Facebook Share I live in neighborhood 3. It’s good to see what is being planned to calm speeds here. Is there any discussion about the excessive speed on Highway 74? Both uphill (South) AND downhill (North). Highway 74 is only a two lane road with lots of cross traffic attempting to get in or out of the neighborhood. Is 55 mph really appropriate especially when most exceed the limit? More police presence with speeding tickets given on a regular basis would help at least. Also, the loud cars with modified mufflers are everywhere! Especially on 74. Is this no longer A violation? Thank you in advance, Bonnie on Twitter Share I live in neighborhood 3. It’s good to see what is being planned to calm speeds here. Is there any discussion about the excessive speed on Highway 74? Both uphill (South) AND downhill (North). Highway 74 is only a two lane road with lots of cross traffic attempting to get in or out of the neighborhood. Is 55 mph really appropriate especially when most exceed the limit? More police presence with speeding tickets given on a regular basis would help at least. Also, the loud cars with modified mufflers are everywhere! Especially on 74. Is this no longer A violation? Thank you in advance, Bonnie on Linkedin Email I live in neighborhood 3. It’s good to see what is being planned to calm speeds here. Is there any discussion about the excessive speed on Highway 74? Both uphill (South) AND downhill (North). Highway 74 is only a two lane road with lots of cross traffic attempting to get in or out of the neighborhood. Is 55 mph really appropriate especially when most exceed the limit? More police presence with speeding tickets given on a regular basis would help at least. Also, the loud cars with modified mufflers are everywhere! Especially on 74. Is this no longer A violation? Thank you in advance, Bonnie link

    I live in neighborhood 3. It’s good to see what is being planned to calm speeds here. Is there any discussion about the excessive speed on Highway 74? Both uphill (South) AND downhill (North). Highway 74 is only a two lane road with lots of cross traffic attempting to get in or out of the neighborhood. Is 55 mph really appropriate especially when most exceed the limit? More police presence with speeding tickets given on a regular basis would help at least. Also, the loud cars with modified mufflers are everywhere! Especially on 74. Is this no longer A violation? Thank you in advance, Bonnie

    Bonnie Olson asked 8 months ago

    Hi Bonnie, 

    Thank you for reaching out with your concerns about speeding and noise on Highway 74. 

    The speed limits on Highway 74 are set according to specific road conditions: 55 mph from the city's southern limit to Pitahaya Street, 45 mph from Pitahaya Street to El Paseo, and 35 mph from El Paseo to Highway 111. These limits were established based on a comprehensive speed limit study conducted in November 2020, following the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) guidelines. The study's findings are valid for seven years, after which a new assessment will be conducted by the City. Municipalities in California are not able to voluntarily adjust traffic speeds on surface streets as those speeds are set by Caltrans and the California Vehicle Code. However, to heighten motorists' awareness of their speed as they enter Palm Desert, the City installed “Driver’s Speed Feedback” signs and other warning and advisory signs along Highway 74 at the southern city limit.

    Regarding the noise from modified mufflers, in a recent discussion with Riverside County Sheriffs, the City was informed that there are no clear State laws that can provide the officers the legal capacity to cite motorists with noisy vehicles. However, they can cite them for other relevant issues of illegal modifications to the vehicle, which could include illegal modification to mufflers. We will refer your concern to the Sherrif’s Department for additional enforcement of speeding and other unlawful activities by unruly motorists.

    Thank you again for your input, and please let me know if I can help answer any other questions, 

    Ryland Penta