City Council - September 15, 2026

The City Council of Desert Hot Springs held a regular meeting on September 15, 2026, which included a closed session and a regular session. Key procurement-related discussions involved the approval of a professional services agreement with Take Five Entertainment for the second season of the Desert Nights on the Boulevard event series, with a contract value of $144,600. The council also reviewed and received the audited financial statements for fiscal year 2024-25, noting some outstanding audit items and ongoing correspondence with the State Controller's Office. Additionally, the council approved an amendment to the facility use agreement resolution to update rental rates and streamline fee processes for city-owned facilities. A zoning amendment was introduced to rezone land along Highway 62 to promote tourism-related commercial development, with no immediate development proposed. Public comments focused heavily on the rental registration ordinance, with concerns about fees, enforcement, and tenant rights. The council also discussed the high volume of public records requests and plans to address transparency and oversight. No votes were taken on the rental registration item as it was tabled to a future meeting due to posting issues.