Neighborhood Traffic Management Program

Community Meetings to Review NTMP Pilot Program Initiatives

The City of Palm Desert extends an invitation to you for two upcoming community gatherings, during which we will unveil personalized traffic management recommendations designed specifically for your neighborhoods. Your input received during a previous Neighborhood Traffic Management Program (NTMP) community meeting, played a significant role in shaping these recommendations.

Meeting Details for Improvements on Santa Rosa Way and Catalina Way

The first meeting focuses on the streets of Santa Rosa Way and Catalina Way, spanning from San Pablo Avenue to Portola Avenue.

• Date: Tuesday, October 17, 2023
• Time: 5:30 p.m.
• Location: Palm Desert Area Chamber of Commerce
• Address: 72559 Highway 111, Palm Desert, CA 92260

Meeting Details for Improvements on Warner Trail and New York Avenue

The second meeting will center around the streets of Warner Trail (Fred Waring Drive to Hovley Lane East) and New York Avenue (Virginia Avenue to California Avenue).

• Date: Wednesday, October 18, 2023
• Time: 5:30 p.m.
• Location: Palm Desert Area Chamber of Commerce
• Address: 72559 Highway 111, Palm Desert, CA 92260

City transportation representatives will be in attendance at both meetings to provide additional insights, discuss a proposed timeline for implementing these recommendations, and share how you can continue to actively participate in the process. We look forward to your participation in these important discussions as we work together to enhance traffic management in your community.

South Palm Desert Traffic Management Community Meetings

In case you missed the recent meeting, don't worry - we've got you covered! On October 5, 2023, the City of Palm Desert hosted a virtual community gathering that focused on a variety of traffic management initiatives in the South Palm Desert area, with a special emphasis on the Neighborhood Traffic Management Program and Haystack Road vicinity.

During this virtual meeting, the City presented vital information about forthcoming projects aimed at enhancing traffic management, ensuring residents' safety, and increasing convenience. The input and feedback from South Palm Desert residents were pivotal in shaping the success of these initiatives.

Missed the Meeting? Access the Recording Here: Virtual Meeting Recording

Thank you to all South Palm Desert residents who participated and contributed to the discussion on these important traffic management projects. Your engagement is instrumental in creating safer and more efficient roadways for our community.

For another chance to provide feedback, the identical presentation will be provided in-person at:

• Date: Thursday, October 19, 2023
• Time: 5:30 p.m.
• Location: Civic Center Council Chamber
• Address: 73510 Fred Waring Drive, Palm Desert, CA 92260

We invite you to mark your calendars for the forthcoming meeting. This event offers you a unique opportunity to directly interact with City staff and your fellow residents, providing your input on matters concerning our community.

The NTMP Includes the Following Key Elements:

How Can Your Neighborhood Join:

If you're interested in submitting your neighborhood for consideration by the Neighborhood Traffic Management Program, please call 760.346.0611 or email balbeitawi@cityofpalmdesert.org to inquire about the process and receive a project initiation form. You can also use the tools below to submit a question, add an NTMP idea, or drop a pin on a map where traffic issues are prevalent.

The flow chart below outlines the NTMP process is shown below. Please also look at our NTMP Toolbox by clicking this link.

Current Neighborhoods Being Studied:

The City of Palm Desert is currently reviewing three sections of the city as part of the NTMP. These include:

• Neighborhood One - The area around Palm Desert County Club.
  • Click here to view a presentation for Neighborhood One.
  • Neighborhood One is outlined in red on the map below.
• Neighborhood Two - The vicinity between Fred Waring Dr to Highway 111 and Portola Ave to Monterey Ave.
  • Click here to view a presentation for Neighborhood Two.
  • Neighborhood Two is outlined in blue on the map below.
• Neighborhood Three - South Palm Desert from Mountain View Drive to Haystack Road.
  • Click here to view a presentation for Neighborhood Three
  • Neighborhood Three is outlined in green on the map below.