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The Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival Traffic Alerts 

The Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival starts this weekend, and traffic is expected to be heavy. To avoid getting stuck in jams, visit the City of La Quinta website for a list of roads to avoid: https://www.laquintaca.gov/residents/music-festivals-resources.

Shade Structure Installation at Velasco Park

Velasco Park on Calle Temecula is set to receive a new shade structure over its playground. Please note that the park will be closed for installation from Monday, April 8, through Wednesday, April 17.

Splash Pad at La Quinta Park is Open

The splash pad at La Quinta Park is now available, operating hours are from 9am to 6pm. Remember to bring a towel along for the fun!

Coachella Valley Local Government Vendor Fair

Calling all business owners! Learn how to do business with government agencies: cities, CVAG, and more in the Coachella Valley. This FREE event will feature some education on how to get started doing business with these agencies and then allow the vendors an opportunity to meet the various decision makers from the departments that determine what is needed to run their operations.

When: Wednesday, April 17, 2024, from 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Where: Palm Springs Convention Center, 277 N. Avenida Caballeros

For more information, please call (760) 777-7059 or email Darmendariz@laquintaca.gov.

Please RSVP for this FREE event via Eventbrite using this link so we can keep a headcount for food and other goodies! Or you can follow the QR code to Eventbrite: Click to edit this placeholder text.

City Website Links:

Waste & Recycling

Calendar

Wellness Center

Upcoming Events:

Certified Farmers Market

The Certified Farmers Market will be held on Sunday, April 14, from 8:00 A.M. to 1:00 P.M. in Old Town La Quinta. Bring your reusable grocery bags and your appetite because the Certified Farmers Markets are back, bigger, and better than ever before. You will find fresh fruit, vegetables, flowers, fresh farm-raised meats, line-caught seafood, freshly baked bread, pastries, cookies, handmade hummus, chips and dips, salsa, handcrafted teas, gourmet sauces, olive oil, and balsamic vinegar. We also have honey, fresh-squeezed juices, handcrafted leather goods, jewelry, natural health products, handmade clothing, cards, skincare, soaps, candles, handcrafted wood bowls, and cutting boards, all brought to you by local vendors. Admission and parking are free!

For more information, please visit www.playinlaquinta.com.

City Picnic & Birthday Celebration

Celebrate the City’s 42nd birthday with family, friends, and neighbors while enjoying a high energy event! The annual La Quinta City Picnic & Birthday Celebration will be held on Saturday, April 27, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Civic Center Campus. There will be non-stop entertainment, activities for children, snacks, refreshments, and plenty of giveaways.

Art in Public Places:

Remnant Totems (2024)

Recreation:

Wellness Center

The La Quinta Wellness Center's hours of operation are:

• Monday - Friday: 6:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
• Saturday: 6:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
• Sunday: Closed

For any questions, please call the Wellness Center at (760) 564-0096.

The La Quinta Wellness Center offers a variety of fitness and leisure classes. Yoga Flow, Gentle Yoga, Mat Pilates, Tai Chi Yang, Essential Fitness, Mental Muscle Relaxation, Deep Stretch, and Beginning Ballroom Dance are available for online registration now! Please call the Wellness Center for more details (760) 564-0096.

Click the image below to view the weekly classes for April 2024.

Monday Movie Matinee

All movie Mondays begin at 1 p.m. Movies are FREE and seating is available on a first come, first serve basis. Movies are subject to change without notice. For information about movie titles, please call the Wellness Center at (760) 564-0096.

Food Programs

The Wellness Center is a resource for food distribution and general information.  Call (760) 564-0096 Monday through Friday, from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m.

In partnership with FIND Food Bank, the City participates in bi-weekly food distribution (food bag/box for each household) to many of our affordable housing properties including:

• Coral Mountain Apartments
• Hadley Villas
• Vista Dunes
• Washington Street Apartments
• Wolff Waters Place Apartments

Interested parties are encouraged to call (760) 564-0096 for more details.

In collaboration with the City, FIND Food Bank continues to distribute food at the following locations and days:

La Quinta Community Park, 77865 Avenida Montezuma, La Quinta, CA 92253

• 1^st Friday of the month, from 8 - 9 a.m. Seniors age 65+ only (proof of age required).

Horizon High School, 43330 Palm Royale Dr., La Quinta, CA 92253

• 1^st Wednesday of every month, from 10:30 - 11:30 a.m. All ages welcome.

Contact FIND Food Bank at (760) 775-3663 or visit www.laquintaca.gov/foodresources for more information.

Fritz Burns Pool

Fritz Burns Pool in La Quinta has plenty to offer visitors of all ages. Available programs include Arthritis Water Therapy, Aqua Fit, Adult Water Aerobic, and open/lap swim. The pool is located on the corner of Avenida Bermudas and Avenue 52 in La Quinta. For more information please call (760) 771-4347.

Click the images below to view the January - April 2024 schedule!

X Park

The X Park is open seven days a week! The hours of operation are Monday - Friday, 12 to 9 p.m. and Saturday - Sunday, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Resident fees are $2 for a daily use pass and $25 for an annual pass. Non-resident fees are $5 for a daily use pass and $50 for an annual pass. Skateboards, bikes, scooters, and rollerblades are welcome! For more information, please call 760-777-7004 or visit www.laquintaxpark.com.

La Quinta Public Library:

Library: Sensory Hour

Sensory Hour Monday, April 15 at 10:15 A.M. and Friday, April 12 & 26 at 3:00 P.M. Sensory hour includes activities that promote the development of motor skills as well as socialization amongst peers. Sponsored by Friends of the La Quinta Library.

Library: Level Up LQ

Level Up LQ Saturdays, April 13 & 27 at 12:00 P.M. - 2:00 P.M. Calling all teen gamers! Join us to play a variety of games on a variety of consoles including the PS4, Nintendo Switch and more!

Library: A.B.C. Storytime

A.B.C. Storytime Wednesdays, April 17, 24 at 11:15 A.M. Acoustics, Books and Children Storytime for ages up to 4 years old promoting early literacy & movement through books, songs, rhymes, and music. Sponsored by Friends of the La Quinta Library.

Library: Dia De Los Niños

Día de los Niños Saturday, April 20 from 10:00 A.M. - 2:00 P.M. Let’s celebrate Children’s Day with a Cultural Fair! Patrons will have the opportunity to visit a variety of cultural booths, earn giveaways, a story walk, and a variety of carnival style games and more fun! Goody bags are available while supplies last.

Library: Community Cookbook

Creation Station: Soup Can Bird Feeder

Soup Can Bird Feeder - Thursday, April 18, from 10:00 A.M. – 5:00 P.M. Decorate and build a simple bird feeder from a used soup can.  We’ll also share information on what bird seed is safe to give to our local birds. FREE (While Supplies Last)

Creation Station: Earth Day Crafts

Earth Day Crafts - Saturday, April 20, from 10:30 A.M. – 12:00 P.M. & 1:30 P.M. – 3:00 P.M. Makers ages 7 -13 create fun and crafts by using recyclable items such as water bottles, egg cartons, toilet paper rolls and more. FREE. RSVP Required

La Quinta Museum:

The La Quinta Museum is open Tuesday - Saturday, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Please check our Facebook page or call (760) 777-7170 for current program information and registration links for FREE programs. Please visit www.facebook.com/LaQuintaMuseum.

Exhibit: Mission Gráfica

Mission Gráfica: Reflecting a Community in Print on exhibit through April 9 - July 20, 2024. This touring exhibition showcases California’s long tradition of activist printmaking and offers a historical context for understanding our present moment. The exhibition, comprised of 42 screenprints, reflects an enormous variety of styles, approaches, and sensibilities. The artists range from emerging artists to well-known figures such as Carmen Lomas Garza, Nancy Hom, Rupert Garcia, Mildred Howard, Jean La Marr, Ester Hernandez, Michael Roman, Jesus Barraza, Favianna Rodriguez, and the San Francisco Print Collective. Mission Gráfica: Reflecting a Community in Print is a touring exhibition developed in partnership with the San Francisco Public Library, artists from Mission Gráfica, and Exhibit Envoy.

Event: Sketchbook Journaling

Sketchbook Journaling will take place Friday, April 5 & 19, from 1:00 P.M.-3:00 P.M. Get in touch with your inner artist with sketchbook journaling. Basic supplies provided.

Shred & E-Waste Collection Event

In partnership with Desert Arc, the City is hosting a Shred & E-Waste Collection Event at City Hall on Saturday, April 20, 2024, from 8 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Bring your Shred and E-Waste items!

Location: City Hall South Parking Lot 

Notes about the Shred Event:

• Up to 4 boxes of documents are permitted per vehicle.

• Residents get their boxes back.

• Having your documents in a plastic bag is accepted.

• Documents are disposed of while the resident is present.

• There is a camera inside the Shred Truck that allows residents to watch their documents be shredded (residents are welcome to park and walk over to the truck to watch).

• If a resident has more than 4 boxes, they are able to get back in line and do a second drop off until a new vehicle arrives.

For a list of all acceptable Items for Shredding & E-Waste Collection visit www.laquintaca.gov

Business Assistance Links:

• La Quinta Business Licenses
• La Quinta Economic Development
• Small Business Thrive Programs
• Free Zero-to-Entrepreneur Educational Programs
• Riverside County Business Assistance NOW
• Riverside County Financial Assistance and Relief Funds

Upcoming City Meetings:

City Council Meeting

• Tuesday, April 16, 2024, 4:00 p.m., City Hall Council Chambers

Planning Commission Meeting

• Tuesday, April 23, 2024, 5:00 p.m., City Hall Council Chambers

*Meetings are subject to change. Verify the City Calendar links above for agendas or cancellation messages prior to meeting start time.

Apply for Open Commission Seats for the City of La Quinta

The City of La Quinta is looking for passionate citizens to join our commissions. Spend just a few hours a month shaping the future of our community.  Learn more at www.laquintaca.gov/Commissions.

Short-Term Vacation Rentals

Short-Term Vacation Rental (STVR) information and the weekly STVR Active & Suspended Permit List is available on the City’s website at: https://www.laquintaca.gov/STVR.

Active STVR permit holders can access their account 24/7 to complete their monthly TOT reporting online, submit and pay for STVR permit renewals, as well as easily manage their account by using the City’s online STVR portal at: http://laquinta.munirevs.com.

City staff is available to answer any STVR questions by email at vacationlq@laquintaca.gov or by phone at (760) 777-7162.

Voter Registration

You can register to vote online through the California Secretary of State website or at any of the following locations:

• Post Office
• Library
• City and County Offices
• Department of Motor Vehicles
• Online at voteinfo.net or www.sos.ca.gov/elections

For additional voter registration information, please contact the Riverside County Registrar of Voters at (951) 486-7200 or (800) 773-8683. The City's website also has more information.

For your convenience, The HUB Online Portal is available 24/7 for permits, request inspections, search plans, and licenses, as well as pay fees. To access the City of La Quinta Online Portal, please visit: http://www.laquintaca.gov/HUBOnlinePortal.

Please contact the HUB at 760-777-7000 if you need assistance with the Hub Online Portal or would like to schedule an in-person appointment.

Business Licenses:

Apply or renew your business license by accessing The HUB Online Portal at http://www.laquintaca.gov/HUBOnlinePortal.

Staff issued 40 business licenses and collected $3,448.80 for the week of March 31^st through April 6^th.

Permit Center:

The Hub/Permit Services is open to the public Monday thru Friday from 8:00am - 4:00pm. To make an appointment or for any questions call (760) 777-7125 or via email at customercenter@laquintaca.gov.

Staff received 87 permit applications and issued 87 permits for the week March 31^st through April 6^th.

Permits include building construction, land use and special events, garage sales, public works encroachment, fire system installations and code compliance inspections.

Building:

Completed 91 Plan Reviews and performed 350 Inspections for the week of March 31^st through April 6^th.

Building permits were issued for eight new single family dwellings within the communities of Andalusia and Point Happy.

New Development Updates:

The regular Planning Commission meeting of April 9, 2024, has been cancelled.  The next regular meeting of the Planning Commission will be held on Tuesday, April 23, 2024, beginning at 5:00 p.m.

The Finance Department provides financial management and oversight in support of all city functions while adhering to the principles of leadership, customer service, quality, integrity, and collaboration.

It is our goal to ensure that the City’s priorities and goals remain aligned with citizen input. This input is greatly appreciated and necessary to ensure citizen satisfaction. Most Finance Department information can be found on our City website at: www.laquintaca.gov; however, we continue to encourage phone calls, correspondence, or in-person visits to the Finance Department for any questions or feedback.

Dune Palms Bridge Update:

** Dune Palms Road remains closed until further notice. **

Progress Photo: Crews are removing existing roadway on Dune Palms Road

Update: Week of April 15: Crews are grading Dune Palms Road to prepare for resurfacing.

For more information, please visit www.laquintaca.gov/DunePalms or call (760) 422-3370.

Other Projects:

Cactus Flower Project – Contractor is replacing concrete sidewalk panels. They are also installing steel edging, boulders and accent rock.

PMP Slurry Seal – Contractor completed slurry seal and pavement repairs. As well as bike lane treatments, final signing and striping items.

Code Compliance:

• Code Compliance has inspected 84 properties, opened 46 cases, closed 46 cases, issued 5 courtesy notices, 15 notice of violation, 2 final notice of violations, 5 administrative citations, 178 other actions, and handled 63 phone calls. 
• Code Compliance has a full-service voicemail system. The mailbox will be monitored regularly. Callers can leave their messages/requests as follows for:
• Report a Code Compliance Issue - leave a detailed message including the property address or, the specific location, the nature of the complaint, and any pertinent details relating to the reported violation. Code Compliance will investigate the concern and address any observed violations. The reporting party may contact Code Compliance at 760-777-7050 and request an update. 
• Inspection requests for a pool drain, home-occupation, or short-term special inspection, please leave a message with the permit number, address, type of inspection, and requested inspection date and time along with a name and call back number.
• For general code compliance related questions or to report a code issue, please email codecompliancemail@laquintaca.gov
• Complaints at permitted Short-Term Vacation Rentals - for an actively occurring report, please contact the STVR hotline at 760-777-7157. A resident may confirm that a specific address has a STVR permit by visiting the City’s website. 
• For animal control services, please contact Riverside County Department of Animal Services at 760-343-3644.
• For questions or to pay an administrative or parking citation, please call the Citation Processing Center at 1-800-989-2058 or visit citationprocessingcenter.com.
• For non-emergency police services, please contact Riverside County Sheriff at 760-836-3215, option 5.