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Palm Springs Hosts Neighborhood Parking Solutions Meeting Ahead of College of the Desert Campus Opening

Palm Springs city officials are inviting residents to share feedback and potential solutions as concerns grow over accessible and neighborhood parking.

The city is hosting a Neighborhood Parking Solutions Meeting tomorrow night at the Palm Springs Police Department on Civic Center Drive. Officials say the goal is to hear directly from community members about parking challenges and ideas for improvement.

Residents living in the La Palma Point and Sundial neighborhoods are especially encouraged to attend, as the discussion will focus on Baristo Road and Civic Drive — two areas expected to see increased traffic and parking demand with the upcoming opening of the new College of the Desert Palm Springs campus.

City leaders say accessible parking is a growing issue, and they want neighborhood input before long-term solutions are finalized. The meeting is designed to be an open forum, giving residents a chance to raise concerns, suggest changes, and learn what options may be on the table.

Officials emphasized that community participation is key as Palm Springs prepares for the campus opening and the additional activity it will bring to surrounding neighborhoods.

The Neighborhood Parking Solutions Meeting takes place tomorrow night at the Palm Springs Police Department. Residents are encouraged to attend and make their voices heard.

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By: NBC Palm Springs

February 3, 2026

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