PALM SPRINGS, CA (June 3, 2024) The Riverside County Board of Supervisors has announced the appointment of Jonathan Hoy to the Mount San Jacinto Winter Park Authority, governing body of the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway.
Born and raised in the Coachella Valley, Hoy is a professional civil engineer with over 30 years of experience working in both the private and public sectors. He currently serves as the Director of Transportation for the Coachella Valley Association of Governments. As a former Assistant City Manager/City Engineer for the City of Coachella and Public Works Director/City Engineer for the City of Desert Hot Springs, Hoy has established strong partnerships with federal, state, county, municipal, and tribal councils. “I look forward to serving the Mount San Jacinto Winter Park Authority to my best ability.”
According to Tramway General Manager Nancy Nichols, “I am delighted with the appointment of Mr. Hoy to the Authority. His governmental background will add a valuable perspective to our board.”
The other Authority Members are Brian Conley, Sandra Magana-Cuellar and Jeff Ohlfs, appointed by the Governor; Bary Freet, appointed by the Riverside County Board of Supervisors; and Jerry Ogburn and Nancy Stuart, appointed by the Palm Springs City Council.