Indian Wells City Council · Nov 3, 2026
Rob
Zwemmer
Rob Zwemmer is running for Indian Wells City Council in the Nov 3, 2026 election; 3 candidates are running for 2 seats.
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The race · City Council
- 01Michael Hazelton
- 02Karlyn Neel
- 03Rob ZwemmerYou’re reading
Background
- About
- Rob Zwemmer is the founder and president of Zwemmer Realty Group, a Coachella Valley real estate firm. He is CEO of the Strive & Thrive Community Foundation and a former trustee and president of Olive Crest's Coachella Valley region.
- Occupation (from candidate statement)
- Business Owner
- Party
- Nonpartisan race. California Constitution, Article II, Section 6
- Endorsed by
- Francis A. Wong, Brian Penna, Greg Sanders, Larry Spicer, Richard Balacco, Mary T. Roche, Rob Bernheimer, Richard Oliphant, Jan Oliphant, Dana Reed, Bruce Whitman, California Desert Inland Gateway Association of REALTORS Rob Zwemmer campaign website
- Campaign website
- www.zwemmer2026.com
The Greater Coachella Valley Chamber PAC endorsed Michael Hazelton and Rob Zwemmer. Greater Coachella Valley Chamber PAC · Oct 7, 2026
On the record: Rob Zwemmer
5 sourced01Zoning and development1 sourced position
Supports keeping low-density zoning and enforcing architectural standards.
Protect low-density zoning, enforce architectural standards, and ensure all development enhances rather than diminishes the character and value of Indian Wells real estate.”
Own statementRob Zwemmer campaign websiteLink
02State housing mandates1 sourced position
Says the city should push back on state housing mandates that undermine fiscal stability or community standards.
Carefully evaluate and push back on state housing mandates that undermine fiscal stability or community standards.”
Own statementRob Zwemmer campaign websiteLink
03Budget and reserves1 sourced position
Supports balanced budgets, careful spending and strong reserves.
Prioritize balanced budgets, careful spending, long-term financial planning, and strong reserves to protect taxpayers and maintain city financial strength.”
Own statementRob Zwemmer campaign websiteLink
04Public safety1 sourced position
Says he will keep police and first responders well supported and equipped.
He will ensure police and first responders remain well-supported and equipped.”
Own statementRob Zwemmer campaign websiteLink
05Air quality and water1 sourced position
Supports tree planting to reduce heat, dust control, and water conservation programs.
Advocate for practical conservation policies, expand strategic urban tree planting to reduce heat, and promote proactive dust control for a healthier desert community.”
Own statementRob Zwemmer campaign websiteLink
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