This page provides an overview of planned street and roadway projects taking place throughout Palm Desert. The goal is to keep residents informed about upcoming work, anticipated impacts, and general timelines. While the City works closely with project partners to keep schedules up to date, timelines may change due to weather conditions, material availability, or coordination requirements. Although this list represents a comprehensive overview of known projects coordinated by City staff and partner agencies, smaller projects and emergency repairs may occur at any time and may not be listed here.
Monterey Avenue Roadway and Intersection Improvements
Construction is underway on roadway and intersection improvements along Monterey Avenue, from Gerald Ford Drive to the bridge at I-10.
Crews are completing construction of the improvements at the driveway for the former 99 Cents Only store and at Dick Kelly Drive. Work will shift to the intersection at Market Place the week of September 14. The work will require a full 24-hour closure of the intersection from 9/14 through 9/18. Signs will be placed to direct customers to alternate driveway access, and businesses will remain open through construction.
Crews are currently completing work near the former 99 Cents Only Store driveway and at the intersection of Monterey Avenue and Dick Kelly Drive. This work is expected to continue through Friday, September 4. Signs have been placed to help direct customers to alternate driveway access, and businesses remain open during construction.
What’s Next
Beginning in October, construction will shift to grinding and repaving Monterey Avenue from Gerald Ford Drive north to the City limit. Because this phase will have a greater impact on traffic, the majority of paving work is planned to take place at night to help reduce daytime disruptions.
The overall project will rehabilitate the roadway and improve safety, accessibility, and traffic operations for motorists, pedestrians, nearby businesses, and visitors. Improvements include:
- Asphalt pavement rehabilitation
- Sidewalk, curb, and driveway repairs
- Traffic signal infrastructure upgrades
- Crosswalk and accessibility improvements
- Median and intersection improvements
- Enhancements to traffic flow and overall roadway safety
During construction, motorists may encounter temporary lane closures, traffic delays, noise, and intermittent changes to driveway or business access. The City and its contractor will work to minimize disruptions and maintain access to surrounding businesses whenever possible.
Additional construction updates, including information about upcoming paving schedules and traffic impacts, will be posted on this page as the project progresses.
The City appreciates the community’s patience and cooperation as we work to improve this important Palm Desert corridor.
Accessibility AssistanceThe City of Palm Desert is committed to ensuring accessibility of its website for all users. If you require assistance accessing information on this site, please email
ada@palmdesert.gov This page provides an overview of planned street and roadway projects taking place throughout Palm Desert. The goal is to keep residents informed about upcoming work, anticipated impacts, and general timelines. While the City works closely with project partners to keep schedules up to date, timelines may change due to weather conditions, material availability, or coordination requirements. Although this list represents a comprehensive overview of known projects coordinated by City staff and partner agencies, smaller projects and emergency repairs may occur at any time and may not be listed here.
Monterey Avenue Roadway and Intersection Improvements
Construction is underway on roadway and intersection improvements along Monterey Avenue, from Gerald Ford Drive to the bridge at I-10.
Crews are completing construction of the improvements at the driveway for the former 99 Cents Only store and at Dick Kelly Drive. Work will shift to the intersection at Market Place the week of September 14. The work will require a full 24-hour closure of the intersection from 9/14 through 9/18. Signs will be placed to direct customers to alternate driveway access, and businesses will remain open through construction.
Crews are currently completing work near the former 99 Cents Only Store driveway and at the intersection of Monterey Avenue and Dick Kelly Drive. This work is expected to continue through Friday, September 4. Signs have been placed to help direct customers to alternate driveway access, and businesses remain open during construction.
What’s Next
Beginning in October, construction will shift to grinding and repaving Monterey Avenue from Gerald Ford Drive north to the City limit. Because this phase will have a greater impact on traffic, the majority of paving work is planned to take place at night to help reduce daytime disruptions.
The overall project will rehabilitate the roadway and improve safety, accessibility, and traffic operations for motorists, pedestrians, nearby businesses, and visitors. Improvements include:
- Asphalt pavement rehabilitation
- Sidewalk, curb, and driveway repairs
- Traffic signal infrastructure upgrades
- Crosswalk and accessibility improvements
- Median and intersection improvements
- Enhancements to traffic flow and overall roadway safety
During construction, motorists may encounter temporary lane closures, traffic delays, noise, and intermittent changes to driveway or business access. The City and its contractor will work to minimize disruptions and maintain access to surrounding businesses whenever possible.
Additional construction updates, including information about upcoming paving schedules and traffic impacts, will be posted on this page as the project progresses.
The City appreciates the community’s patience and cooperation as we work to improve this important Palm Desert corridor.
Accessibility AssistanceThe City of Palm Desert is committed to ensuring accessibility of its website for all users. If you require assistance accessing information on this site, please email
ada@palmdesert.gov 