The Twentynine Palms City Council will begin tonight’s meeting with a presentation by the San Bernardino County District Attorney’s Office on Proposition 36 which amends the state constitution to increase penalties and allow felony charges for certain crimes.
On behalf of the Joshua Tree National Park Council for the Arts, Vicki Waite will present a report from the Joshua Tree National Park Art Expo. Council will then hear an update from Molding Hearts on their homeless outreach efforts.
Council will consider a funding request for the purchase of a new truck for Animal Control for nearly $131K. These vehicles require specific features to accommodate animals – hydraulic lifts, air-conditioned compartments, interior lighting, secondary safety doors – and the current vehicle in use, a 2012 Ford F-350 with 100,000 miles, is showing its’ age. Council previously approved $105K for the purchase but the department is asking for additional funds.
Does the community need a resource center? Council will discuss this concept to address the needs of youth, low-income residents, and displaced workers. Proposed services include workforce development, health-related issues, and social services. Council may hire a firm to conduct a community survey on the matter.The meeting takes place on Tuesday, January 28, at 6:00 p.m. at City Hall, 6136 Adobe Road. It can be livestreamed or viewed on-demand via the city’s website, www.29palms.org.
