Coachella, CA

Known as the "City of Eternal Sunshine", Coachella is a rural, agricultural, family-oriented community in the desert and one of the state's fastest growing cities in the late 20th century. Since its originally incorpation to the state in the year 1946, it has grown from 1,000 residents to 22,724 according the 2000 census. The eastern half of the Coachella valley is approximately 68 feet below sea level. Coachella has expanded recreational and social activities and includes such facilities as a recreation center, a Boys and Girls Club center, and a boxing club in Bagdouma Park. There are two dance clubs and the Corona Yacht Club located near Spotlight 29 casino; two new golf courses (Desert Lakes and the Vineyards) attract many retirees, RV owners, and local business people.