Desert Local News April 8, 2023 issue!

Earlier this year, the City of Desert Hot Springs and Habitat for Humanity

Coachella Valley broke ground on two donated lots in Desert Hot Springs that will soon be affordable homes for the Sotelo and Gonzalez families. It is a day of celebration, a time to show our appreciation for their commitment and hard work to help build a better community and life for them and their children.

The ceremony was led by Mayor Scott Matas, Mayor Pro Tem Roger Nunez, Jan Pye, Russell Betts, and

neighborhoods and promote local businesses.

For example, the City recently created a Desert Hot Springs Beautification Committee that engages residents in cleaning up their neighborhoods and working to improve the condition of local businesses.

Gary Gardner Council members of the City and several representatives from the DHS Police Department. Firefighters from Engine 36 joined them, their shiny fire engine, and most importantly, the two families and their friends who will work with us to build their homes and futures.

Located in the heart of the Coachella Valley, the City of Desert Hot Springs is one of the area’s fastest-growing and most desirable residential areas. The cannabis industry has brought many new jobs to the City and helped increase the local economy, creating a demand for housing, especially for retirees and young families.

It is also a great place to live if you want to be close to the famous Joshua Tree National Park, with its hiking trails perfect for outdoor activities. The City is working with Joshua Tree National

Park to recruit volunteers to keep those trails safe for hikers and to help preserve the region’s natural beauty.

In addition, the City is on the move and building some residential projects, offering everything from townhomes to single-family homes with beautiful views. The new health and wellness center is a significant project that will bring over 120 construction and permanent jobs to the City.

The City also has a robust tourism industry that attracts locals and visitors from around the country. It is home to some hot mineral water spas, some of which have been restored and revamped to appeal to the new spagoers.

Residents of Desert Hot Springs are passionate about their community and are committed to improving the quality of life in the City. They work tirelessly to maintain and beautify their

Citizens advisory committees on health and wellness, recreation, neighborhood watch, education, and clean-up involve city officials, residents, and business owners.

City Councilmembers and Residents Taking Action

As part of the reorganization of city government, the City of Desert Hot Springs is moving from at-large elections to districts. This change is prompted by a letter the City received earlier this year, alleging that its atlarge elections violated the California Voting Rights Act and would result in litigation if it were not changed.

CC Gary Gardner, Mayor Pro Tem Roger Nunez, CC Jan Pye, Mayor Scott Matas, and CC Russell Betts.

Mayor Scott Matas