Where we Live and Work in the Coachella Valley – A Story of Interdependence
The Coachella Valley includes 9 incorporated cities within its informal border. This translates to nine different and ever-changing governing bodies, nine different cultures and vibes, nine different housing affordabilities and offerings - the list goes [...]
A CVEP Anniversary – 20 Years of the Economic Summit
Happy Anniversary CVEP! On November 19, we celebrate the 20th year of our Annual Economic Summit. For two decades, CVEP has hosted the preeminent economic event of the Coachella Valley. This year's Summit will highlight [...]
A Ten Year Look at Occupations and Wages in the Coachella Valley
It's that time of year again for CVEP staff. We're busily preparing for our annual Economic Summit. The summit is going to be a little different this year. With renewed energy, new leadership, and the [...]
Asthma in the Coachella Valley
Over the last few months, I have been honored to participate in planning the Desert Health Care District's first Healthy Desert - Healthy You Summit. This first summit concentrates on Environmental Health. The summit is [...]
Proposed Chuckwalla National Monument – Habitat Conservation Continues in the Valley
Last Wednesday was a treat. The effervescent Karin Jaffie, from Friends of the Desert Mountains, gave a lively and informative presentation for our monthly Morning Insights gathering. On the second Wednesday of every month, valley [...]
Untapped Opportunities in the Coachella Valley – Wealthy Residents 55 and older
The Coachella Valley is not a stereotypically "classic" region for regional economic development. We don't have one powerhouse major city that anchors the region. For instance, despite being about the same population size as the [...]
