Palm Springs Settlement with Section 14 Survivors Finalized

The city of Palm Springs, California, has reached a $5.91 million settlement with the Section 14 Survivors group, compensating families displaced from a predominantly Black and Latino neighborhood in the 1960s. This settlement, accepted by former residents and their descendants, comes alongside an additional $21 million in community support initiatives, which include housing programs, small business support, and cultural memorials. The city council is expected to vote on these initiatives separately. The settlement follows a formal apology from the city in 2021 and was increased from an initial $4.3 million proposal after recognizing more homes were affected than previously thought. This resolution seeks to address historical injustices and promote economic empowerment for marginalized communities. California Senator Laphonza Butler has praised the city's efforts as a potential model for reparative justice nationwide.