Specifications include, but are not limited to: The City of Palm Desert seeks to develop a feasibility study to evaluate potential locations for the construction of a new rail station within the city. The potential rail station location will need to align with Riverside County Transportation Commissions (RCTC) Coachella Valley / San Gorgonio Pass Passenger Rail Service study adopted in 2022. The study should include analysis of the following: • Analyze the best way to connect commuter rail services with the intention of aligning with RCTC’s adopted Coachella Valley / San Gorgonio Rail Corridor Service plan. • Evaluate other compatible transportation options including bus services. • Focus on locations around the Cook Street corridor. • Analyze station spacing needs and circulation patterns for vehicles, parking, and pedestrian access. • Provide an Opportunity and Constraints analysis for potential locations. • Evaluate and explore compatible land-use alternatives around the potential station locations. • Provide additional concepts and design considerations based on experience. • Develop future planning and funding efforts for the preferred location including detailing potential revenue sources and funding opportunities to finance the construction, as well as a management plan for the ongoing maintenance of a station.
