Politics & Government
Palm Springs Refutes DA Investigation Into Councilmember's Residence
The city challenged the claims, maintaining that Councilmember Christy Holstege resides at her home within the district she represents.
PALM SPRINGS, CA — The Riverside County District Attorney's Office has filed an investigation into a Palm Springs Council member for allegedly not residing within the council district she represents.
District Attorney Mike Hestrin sent a letter on Aug. 20 to numerous Palm Springs city officials alleging that Christy Holstege was in violation of her seat, claiming she resides in District 3 rather than District 4, where he says she listed her residence on AirBnB.
No evidence was immediately made public.
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The city of Palm Springs refuted the claims on Friday and "maintains that she resides at her home within the district."
During a closed session on Thursday, the Palm Springs City Council formally requested the district attorney's office to provide evidence of any violation.
