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Coachella Promotions Raise Eyebrows Over Family Ties and Public Trust

Name: Coachella Promotions Raise Eyebrows Over Family Ties and Public Trust
Uploaded: 2025-09-02T23:00
Channel: NBC Palm Springs
Description: The City of Coachella is under scrutiny after promoting Mayor Steven Hernandez’s sister-in-law, Yolanda Lopez, to oversee HR during an active employee lawsuit. Meanwhile, former city manager Gabriel Martin has been named general manager of the Desert Parks and Recreation District, where leadership also has Gonzalez family ties. Critics say these moves further erode public trust.

By: NBC Palm Springs

September 2, 2025

CoachellanepotismYolanda LopezGabriel MartinGonzalez familyDesert Parks and Recreation Districtpublic trust

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