Community Profile

Pledge Summary

Palm Desert is a vibrant city in California’s Coachella Valley with a population of approximately 53,000 residents. Nestled against the Santa Rosa Mountains, it is known for its scenic desert landscapes, abundant sunshine, and wide range of parks, community gardens, and outdoor recreational spaces that support both residents and local wildlife. The city is also home to The Living Desert Zoo & Gardens, a leader in environmental sustainability and species conservation, including the protection of desert plants and wildlife such as butterflies. City leadership, including Mayor Evan Trubee, has committed to protecting monarch butterflies and other pollinators through participation in the Mayors’ Monarch Pledge. He looks forward to strengthening the City’s partnership with The Living Desert Zoo & Gardens to engage residents in expanding pollinator-friendly habitats throughout Palm Desert. The City’s Public Works Department further supports these efforts by promoting sustainability and biodiversity through its landscaping practices. Public spaces are designed with drought-tolerant, pollinator-friendly plants suited to the desert climate. Residents and HOAs are also encouraged to incorporate native plantings and reduce pesticide use. Together, these efforts help improve local ecological health and support a thriving pollinator population.