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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Palm Desert public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
FY 2026-27 Housing Authority Budget & Capital Improvement Plan
Fifteen Housing Authority properties were declared surplus so qualified affordable housing developers can be invited to propose projects — an early step toward more affordable housing on city-controlled land.
PY 2026-27 CDBG Funding Allocations
The committee reviewed federal grant funding requests to support local non-profits. Funds were directed toward youth housing, senior center upgrades, and disability services while tightening accountability standards.