Sean Webb for Desert Recreation District 4

Sean Webb for Desert Recreation District Board, District 4

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Who Is Sean Webb

Sean Webb is running for Desert Recreation District Board of Directors, District 4, because he believes parks and recreation create healthier, more connected communities. Sean moved to the Coachella Valley from Buffalo, New York, right after college in 2001 and has called the desert home ever since. For more than 25 years, he has lived and worked in the desert, building a career rooted in education, nonprofit leadership, community engagement, and service to local families. His experience includes teaching, coaching, school leadership, fundraising, and literacy advocacy—work that has shown him how safe, welcoming public spaces strengthen children, families, and neighborhoods.

For more than a decade, Sean has called La Quinta home. He and his family value the everyday opportunities that make this community special, especially the time they spend enjoying parks and recreational spaces throughout the desert with his daughter. From playgrounds and sports fields to open spaces and community facilities, these experiences reinforce his belief that recreation is not an extra; it is an essential public service that brings families and communities together.

Sean will bring a practical, collaborative approach to District 4: listening to residents, respecting taxpayer dollars, and supporting accessible programs, well-maintained facilities, and outdoor spaces where every generation can learn, play, connect, and thrive. He believes District decisions should always reflect community needs, transparency, and long-term stewardship.

Committed to responsible leadership, strong communities, and safe, inclusive recreation—ensuring Desert Recreation District continues to serve everyone.

  • 25+

    Years in education

  • 6+

    Years in Executive Director Non Profit Leadership

  • 10+

    Years in Non Profit board involvement

  • 1,000+

    Miles hiked in the Coachella Valley trails

  • $1.9M+

    Raised for Read With Me Volunteer Programs as Executive Director

  • $350K+

    Raised for Desert Sands Educational Foundation as Executive Director

Community Involvement

  • 2016 – present

    Leadership Coachella Valley

    Board Member

  • 2024 – present

    La Quinta City Commissioner

    Arts and Community Services

  • 2016 – present

    Old Town Artisan Studios

    Vice Chairman

  • 2025 – present

    Palm Desert Chamber of Commerce

    Board of Directors

  • 2024 – present

    Desert Scholarship Committee

    Board Member

  • 2019 – present

    Bianca Rae Foundation

    Retreat Co-Chair

  • 2016 – 2019

    American Cancer Society

    Desert Spirit Gala Co-Chair

  • 2014 – 2016

    ACSA

    Membership Vice President for Region XIX

  • 2014 – 2016

    American Diabetes Association

    Step Out Walk Planning Committee

  • 2013 – 2020

    Wedding Warriors

    Board Member

  • 2006 – 2012

    Coachella Valley Football Officials Association

    Member

Awards & Accomplishments

  • American Diabetes Association, 2014

    Step Out For Walk

  • American Cancer Society, 2018 & 2019

    Desert Spirit Gala Co-Chair with wife, Tara

  • Greater Coachella Valley Chamber of Commerce, 2022

    Volunteer of the Year

  • CALSPRA, 2023

    Community Engagement Award for Classroom Conversations

  • Ronald McDonald House, 2024

    A Few Good Men and Women Honoree

  • La Quinta Rotary, 2025

    Service Above Self Award Recipient

Endorsements

  • Leslie Locken

    Bermuda Dunes Community Council

  • Jason Cabanyog

    Bermuda Dunes Community Council

  • Evan Trubee

    Mayor, Palm Desert

  • Jan Harnik

    Palm Desert City Council

  • Brian Harnik

    Local Attorney and Community Leader

  • Karina Moreno

    Palm Desert City Council

  • Greg Sanders

    Past Indian Wells Mayor, Current Indian Wells City Council

  • Steve Sanchez

    La Quinta City Council

  • John Pena

    La Quinta City Council

  • Deborah McGarrey

    La Quinta City Council

  • Nachhattar Chandi

    CEO, Chandi Group USA

  • Dr. Edwin Gomez

    Riverside County Superintendent of Schools

  • Felipe Ortiz

    Candidate for Indio City Council

  • Joy Miedecke

    East Valley Republican Women Patriots

  • Pam Levin

    President, Sun City Republican

Education

  • 2000

    University at Buffalo

    Bachelors

  • 2002

    D'Youville College

    Masters, Secondary Education

  • 2004

    University of San Diego

    BCLAD

  • 2007

    California State University San Bernardino

    Masters, Educational Administration

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