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Tuesday, March 10 | ☀️ 77°/52°
Welcome to Tuesday! In the category of “We can’t believe we have to say this,” note that if you're planning to hit CV Link, motorcycles and ATVs are not allowed on the path. The Palm Springs Police Department actively enforces that rule, patrolling by vehicle and drone to keep the route safe for pedestrians and cyclists. On Monday, two motorcyclists were cited for riding on CV Link — so consider this your friendly heads-up to keep it legal out there.
🎶 Setting the mood: "Bicycle Race" by Queen
Leading Off
A bicycle rack can be seen along a Palm Springs sidewalk. (Photo: Shutterstock/Chris Allan)
Subcommittee tackles bike lanes, parking, maps and a key CV Link connection
A Palm Springs advisory subcommittee worked through a range of bicycle infrastructure challenges Monday, from outdated digital maps to a missing CV Link connection that may depend on a private land sale.
Driving the news: The Sustainability Commission's Standing Subcommittee on Active Transportation reviewed plans to crowdsource a citywide bike rack inventory, with one member volunteering to set up a digital map where cyclists can pin known rack locations. Staff said the city has no comprehensive record of where racks have been installed.
The subcommittee chair identified at least 10 trailheads where racks could be added; members also agreed to research standardized rack designs before ordering new ones.
On bike lanes: A city engineer told the subcommittee that portions of Sunny Dunes Avenue are posted at 35 mph but should be 30 mph — an error with direct consequences for bike infrastructure, since state law prohibits sharrows on roads with speed limits of 35 mph or higher.
Correcting the signage could open the door to additional bike lane options in an area where business owners are also seeking approval for angled parking.
Budget reality: A proposed redesign of the intersection at South Belardo Road and South Palm Canyon Drive hit a wall when consultant estimates came in at roughly $300,000 or more.
Staff said simpler paint-and-signage fixes will move forward within the existing budget, with the full redesign added to an update of the city's 2021 pedestrian plan as a priority project for future funding.
CV Link gap: A bicycle connection from the James O. Jessie Community Center to CV Link crosses private property currently in escrow. Staff said the connection would be required under an updated specific plan expected to reach the Planning Commission in about six months, but that an interim path would require the prospective property owner's cooperation.
And finally: A public commenter raised concerns that the city's bike lane data shared with Google Maps is years out of date, with more than half of existing lanes possibly missing.
Briefly
A set of awards ready to be handed out by the city’s Human Rights Commission. (File photo)
🏆 Human Rights Commission plans revamped community service awards
The Palm Springs Human Rights Commission is moving forward with an overhauled community service awards program, with commissioners expressing support Monday for a November ceremony.
Under the proposal, a nomination period would open in May, with application review in June, recipient notification in July, and plaque design and event planning through October.
Details: A four-member subcommittee will lead the initial review before the full commission votes on finalists in open session. The new process comes following 2024’s controversy over rescinded awards and possible Brown Act Violations.
A MESSAGE FROM STUFT PIZZA
Did you know? We serve fine wines for only $10 every Thursday. Our Happy Hours bring relaxation and joy, every day of the week. And Wednesdays deliver the best Prime Rib in the valley! Live entertainment on select evenings and dining Al Fresco on our beautiful patios. And the best pizza in town!
📆 Featured Events
Simply Meditate
12 p.m. | Buddhist Center
Drop-in meditation class running Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays, 12–12:30 p.m. Learn the basics of meditation and how to integrate it into everyday life. Everyone welcome. ($5)
Boxing for Youth & Adult
4 p.m. | Demuth Park
Youth and adults can get in a boxing workout every weekday at Demuth Park.
ONE-PS Monthly Meeting
4 p.m. | Police Training Center
The Organized Neighborhoods of Palm Springs holds its monthly general meeting with neighborhood representatives, City Council members, public safety officers, the City Manager, and Mayor.
Melba Miller's Jazz Oasis
5:30 p.m. | Cultural Center
Songstress Melba Miller hosts an evening of serious jazz listening featuring themed shows and curated sets with top valley instrumentalists every Tuesday. VIP Lounge opens at 5 p.m.; full bar and small plates available. ($22)
VillageFest Board Meeting
5:30 p.m. | City Hall
The VillageFest Board meets on the second and fourth Tuesday of each month to review vendors, apply rules and regulations, and advise the City Council on VillageFest matters. Contact: 760-323-8272.
One Night in Hollywood — Music from the Movies
7:30 p.m. | Plaza Theatre
An evening of music from the movies, narrated by Dave Karger of Turner Classic Movies. (From $58)
📌 Save the Date
Palm Springs Parks Foundation Listening Session on Thursday and on March 26
The L-Fund presents: Luck be a Lady on Saturday
INNERBLOOM: 2026 Annual Spring Exhibition on Saturday at Janssen Artspace
Bloom in the Desert annual fundraiser at Palm Canyon Theatre on March 20
17th Annual ONE-PS Picnic & Community Expo on March 21 at Ruth Hardy Park
AmDocs Film Festival on March 26
Palm Springs Book Festival from March 27 through 29
Trans Pride 2026 on March 28 and 29 at Frances Stevens Park
Palm Springs Fire Foundation’s Annual Easter Egg Hunt on March 29 at Ruth Hardy Park
Palm Springs Speaks: CeCe Moore on March 30
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🚠 And Finally …
🐾 Each week, The Post partners with a local animal shelter to feature one or more of the many animal companions ready for a new home in our community.
Today, we invite you to meet Greta, a two-year-old female tuxedo cat who is a little shy and needs a patient, gentle hand to help her come out of her shell.
Shelter staff say she'd thrive best in a quiet home where she can take her time warming up — and reward the right person with wonderful companionship.
If you're interested: You can visit the shelter at 4575 E. Mesquite Ave. Hours are 11 a.m. until 5 p.m. on all days except for Mondays (open for intake only) and Thursdays (1 p.m. until 7 p.m.). You can always call the shelter at (760) 416-5718.
Make sure to check out all the other pets at the shelter here.
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