Happy Saturday, everyone. Below, you’ll find five stories we’ve written recently that will help you stay connected to the issues, people, and moments that matter across the entire Coachella Valley. But first, a programming note: If you’re a new subscriber to any of our newsletters, and were expecting one on Thursday or Friday this past week, be aware that we didn’t send them because we were off for the holiday. We’ll be back next week, though, delivering news to your inbox each weekday in Palm Springs, on Monday and Thursday in Indio, and on Friday in Palm Desert (and also as we publish our stories each and every day on our websites). Have a great week!

— Mark & Kendall

The Palm Springs City Council on Monday unanimously agreed to move forward with a new economic development strategic plan focused on diversifying the local economy, strengthening sustainability efforts and fostering year-round economic activity. Much of the early discussion centered on what many speakers described as the plan’s most essential ingredient: workforce housing.

Local entrepreneurs are working to form a new Indio Chamber of Commerce to unite the city’s business owners after organizers discovered the previous chamber had dissolved due to state default and license suspension.

The El Paseo Parking and Business Improvement District Board approved a $50,000 mid-year budget adjustment at its regular meeting Nov. 20, redirecting funds from an underperforming digital platform toward expanded marketing and advertising campaigns.

The Palm Springs Sustainability Commission recently heard a presentation from members of an informal Active Transportation Committee recently who want more of a say as they work to address gaps in the city’s bicycle and pedestrian infrastructure that have come into sharper focus with the official opening of CV Link.

The Palm Desert Architectural Review Commission tabled a proposal Tuesday for a mining-inspired industrial warehouse in the service Industrial zoning district near Dinah Shore Drive and Spyder Circle, citing concerns about the extensive use of corrugated metal and lack of architectural detail.

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