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Palm Desert City Council District 5 · Nov 3, 2026

John Greenwood

Candidate for City Council District 5

4 candidates · 2 seats5 sourced positions

John Greenwood is running for Palm Desert City Council District 5 in the Nov 3, 2026 election, against Ralph Perry.

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Licensed California architect who has served on the Palm Desert Planning Commission for 14 years. He is a LEED Accredited Professional and a member of the American Institute of Architects.

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www.johnforpalmdesert.com

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Where John Greenwood stands: positions on the record

Housing and development1 sourced position
Zoning1 sourced position
City budget1 sourced position
Growth and development1 sourced position

  • Campaign site says he supports well-planned development that respects neighborhoods.

    “Palm Desert can grow without losing what makes it special.”

    Own statementJohn Greenwood for Palm Desert

Council districts1 sourced position

  • as quoted by KESQ

    Said at the Chamber of Commerce forum that being among the first district representatives is exciting.

    “It's exciting”

    Forum answerKESQ · Sep 22, 2026

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