City Council Meeting | June 30, 2026

The City Council of Palm Springs held a special meeting on June 30, 2026, primarily focused on approving a contract services agreement for food and beverage services at the Palm Springs Convention Center. The discussion centered on the proposed management fee agreement with Ovations, which includes a guaranteed minimum payment of $750,000 to the city annually, with provisions for renegotiation if gross receipts fall below $5.6 million. The council also addressed collaboration efforts between Ovations and the previous contractor, Savory's, including a $150,000 annual cap for consulting services expected to be with Savory's, though the city sought assurances on vendor approval. Additional contract terms were negotiated to allow the Palm Springs International Film Festival to bring in outside caterers for certain events, with clarified insurance and security deposit requirements. The council debated risk allocation, contract language clarity, and local business involvement before ultimately approving the contract with amendments. The meeting highlighted the city's commitment to supporting local businesses, ensuring transparency, and investing in the convention center's future operations.