Key Issues
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There are many reasons why a person may become unhoused. A lack of stable housing often due to financial instability and a shortage of affordable housing; and the impacts of addiction, mental health, and inadequate access to recovery and treatment services are contributing factors. We must act swiftly and in partnership with the County, State, and Federal agencies to prevent a further increase in homelessness.
Residents and business owners are concerned about recent spikes in crime in the Downtown Business Districts and across Palm Springs neighborhoods. I will continue to:
The lack of housing options for buyers and renters is impacting Palm Springs’ long-term stability and vitality. We must support the creation of new housing for people of all income levels to ensure Palm Springs can be a place that everyone from working families, to a city librarian, teacher, or firefighter, can find a place to call home. We must continue to address the housing crisis with every resource, such as:
Our city’s infrastructure is suffering from many years of underfunding. I will continue to seek funding for:
Climate Change is real and we are already experiencing its impacts across the Coachella Valley and the State of California. Our hot days are hotter and the number of sweltering days are increasing. We are grappling with an electric grid which puts us at risk of rolling blackouts and the problem of rising urban heat which can be life threatening to our residents.
Our city’s quick response to the COVID crisis protected our residents and preserved our tourist industry which allowed us to avoid what may have been drastic reductions in tax revenue related to tourism in 2020 and 2021. Instead, because of our diligence, tourists felt they were safe to visit Palm Springs and our city budget was relatively stable. I will continue to work to:
The City facilities in District 1 have lacked investment for too long, which is why I will continue the work I’ve started to significantly upgrade our parks.
District 1 is the most diverse district in Palm Springs. It is home to residents of all income levels, racial and ethnic backgrounds, ages, and new and multi-generational residents. We must ensure that every resident of District 1 is getting their fair share of City resources and services. I will continue to: