California State University

Dick Kelly has been a long sitting member of the Palm Desert City Council. During that tenure, he has been the Mayor several times. Dick used his long political experience and leadership to assist in the development of the California State University Campus in Palm Desert. A donation of land by the Palm Desert Redevelopment Agency made the campus a reality. Dick Kelly played an instrumental role in making that donation happen because of his concern about providing higher education to his City. As the campus grew, a need for a Medical Arts building was realized. This building was initially funded with a major financial gift from the City of Palm Desert. Again, using his long gained experience and leadership and a strong desire to support post secondary education, Dick Kelly played a very important role in making the gift possible. The Campus is very appreciative of Dick Kelly for his support in developing the campus
Richard R. Oliphant
Campaign Co Chair
California State University