Heather Clisby has been working in journalism and communications for over three decades, includings stints at newspapers, magazines, blogs and radio stations. A native of Long Beach, California, she can usually be found guiding tourists in Joshua Tree…

Twentynine Palms City Council hosts public hearing tonight on reauthorization of Tourism Business Improvement District

Tonight, the Twentynine Palms City Council will gather for a public hearing on the possible reauthorization of the Tourism Business Improvement Districts’ budget. The Twentynine Palms City Council will kick off tonight’s meeting with the introduction of the city’s newest employee. There will be a presentation from the Morongo Unified School District on Measure C, a bond aimed at upgrading school facilities, followed by an update from Parks and Recreation on the Million Coaches Challenge Grant…

The Twentynine Palms Water District Board of Directors meet this Wednesday (9/25)

On Wednesday evening, the Twentynine Palms Water District (TPWD) Board of Directors will meet to discuss water-related issues. The agenda includes a proposal review for Springbrook Service Orders and Nobel Geoviewer’s customer service/work orders module integration. There will be a discussion about extending engineering service for a redundant reservoir and booster station at a treatment plant with Engineering Solutions Group. The TPWD will also address the matter of retiree benefits and sick…

Twentynine Palms Planning Commission hosts Entertainment Permits Workshop this week

With permit requests for live entertainment mounting, the city of Twentynine Palms has come to realize they are unprepared. To update and revise the process, the Twentynine Palms Planning Commission will host a workshop this Tuesday evening on how best to streamline permitting for live entertainment. Morongo Basin fans of karaoke, live bands, open mike nights, drag shows, comedy, book readings, and dance performances may soon enjoy a richer variety of options in Twentynine Palms. Community…

Twentynine Palms City Council looks at “entertainment permits” for live shows tonight (9/10)

Tonight, the Twentynine Palms City Council will gather to discuss a smoother process for obtaining Entertainment Permits, an update on the Self-Help Housing Project, and the Tourism Business Improvement District’s marketing plan and budget. The Twentynine Palms City Council agenda for this evening will kick off with an update from the Youth Council, immediately followed by a presentation from the FindFood Bank. The council will then designate a Delegate and Alternate Delegate for the Annual…

Twentynine Palms Planning Commissions hosts study session on mobile home and RV parks this week

This week, the Twentynine Palms Planning Commission will meet for a study session on Mobile Home Parks and Recreational Vehicle Parks. In an ongoing effort to update and simplify the city’s development code language, the Twentynine Palms Planning Commission will host a study session on Mobile Home Parks and Special Occupancy Parks on Tuesday evening. Previously, the commission requested that regulations for Mobile Home Parks (MHP), Recreational Vehicle Parks, and Campgrounds be separate.…

Twentynine Palms City Council talks Pioneer Days, storm recovery, and community events

Last night, the Twentynine Palms City Council heard updates on Pioneer Days, storm recovery, and Community Event Grants. The city also honored those who assisted others during recent storms. The Twentynine Palms City Council began last night’s meeting with the unwelcome news that this year’s Pioneer Days will not include a carnival. Recreation Division Manager Kary Minatrea explained that the carnival provider cancelled due to a lack of drivers and laborers, most of whom are working under HB-2…

Twentynine Palms City Council to discuss Pioneer Days, storm recovery, and community events

Tonight, the Twentynine Palms City Council gathers for news on Pioneer Days, another storm recovery update, development code amendments, and a discussion of Community Event Grants. The Twentynine Palms City Council will kick off tonight’s meeting with the latest details of the upcoming Pioneer Days presented by the Park and Recreation Department. City Manager Stone James will give the latest report on recovery from the recent monsoons and there will also be an official recognition of those who…

Twentynine Palms Planning Commission approves beer/wine sales license for Family Dollar

Last night, the Twentynine Palms Planning Commission hosted a public hearing on the matter of beer and wine sales at the Family Dollar on 6355 Adobe Road. But first, the commission heard from Douglas and Edith Walters, whose property on Daisy near the cemetery, was ravaged by the recent storms. The Walters stated that the problem returns annually and is exacerbated by neighbors building onto easements and diverting natural water flow. “So I am pleading to you, do something so that water is…

Twentynine Palms Planning Commission will host public hearing to consider alcohol license for Family Dollar

On Tuesday evening, the Twentynine Palms Planning Commission will host a public hearing on the matter of beer and wine sales at the Family Dollar at 6355 Adobe Road, just a block and a half north of Highway 62. Nearly a year ago, the bargain chain applied for a Conditional Use Permit (CUP) to obtain a license and ultimately, a “finding of Public Convenience or Necessity, to add the sale of alcohol to the business operation.” The discount store seeks a Type 20 Off-Sale Beer and Wine License,…