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Traffic Alert: Roads Closed for Festivals!
 Coachella and Stagecoach music festivals at the Empire Polo Fields in Indio will bring thousands of music lovers to the area over the next three weekends, April 11-13, 18-20 and 25-27. Traffic will be heavy on the streets surrounding the Polo Fields, starting on the Thursday prior to the festival through the Monday after the festival.
Closed streets include:
- Avenue 50 between Jackson and Madison streets
- Avenue 49 between Monroe and Hjorth streets
- Madison Street between Avenues 49 and 50
- Madison Street between Avenues 50 and 52 during egress each night (9:30 p.m.-3 a.m.)
- Avenue 51 between Monroe and Madison streets
- Hjorth between Avenues 49 and 50
For more information regarding traffic, please visit: https://www.facebook.com/CityofIndio
Important phone numbers to know:
- For any complaints and questions related to the festivals, such as traffic and noise, call the Festival Hotline: 760-391-4112
- To report issues at a La Quinta short-term rental, call 760-777-7157
- For La Quinta sheriff substation: 760-836-3215 ext. 5
CV Cemetery District Seeks Community Input
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Coachella Valley Public Cemetery District Master Plan: The Cemetery District is welcoming public comment on its proposed Cemetery Master Plan. The document may be viewed by clicking here. The District is welcoming comments on the plan through May 1. Comments may be submitted via email at info@cvpcd.org, please put “Master Plan Comment” in the subject line. You may also drop your written comments off at the cemetery front office or mail your comments to: CV Public Cemetery District, 82925 Avenue 52, Coachella, CA 92236. Mark all envelopes: “Attn: Master Plan Comment.”
Save a Life: Blood Drive April 16 in Old Town
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Lifestream Mobile Blood Drive: Register in advance or drop by the bloodmobile on Main Street in Old Town La Quinta on Wednesday, April 16, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Eggstravaganza Returns Saturday, April 19
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La Quinta Easter Eggstravaganza: Get ready for a fun-filled morning that includes egg-gathering, visits with the Easter Bunny, and more on Saturday, April 19, 9-11 a.m. All free! La Quinta Park is on the northeast corner of Adams Street and Blackhawk Way, across from the high school.
April 24 Meeting will Focus on Road Projects
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Community Outreach Meeting at 5 p.m. Thursday, April 24: Come to City Hall and learn what roads are scheduled for slurry seal and small pavement repairs in the coming months, including the latest information on the extensive Highway 111 rehab project.
Desert Rodeo Ticket Discount for LQ Residents
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Desert Rodeo in Thermal: The City of La Quinta is a sponsor of California's new Prorodeo, Retail & Festival Infusion, which debuts April 25-27 at the Desert International Horse Park, 85555 Airport Blvd., Thermal. La Quinta residents can receive a 20% discount on tickets when using the code LaQuinta at www.DesertRodeo.com.
Let's Celebrate LQ's Birthday on Saturday, April 26!
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Annual La Quinta Birthday Celebration: Come out for a morning of games, activities, informational booths, cake, hot dogs and more in celebration of La Quinta's 43rd birthday. The party happens on Saturday, April 26, 9 a.m.-12 p.m., at Civic Center Campus.
This Month's Podcast Topic: Highway 111 Rehab
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Business Assistance Links:
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 Openings on City's Commissions
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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) 777-7091.
Upcoming City Meetings:
City Council
*Meetings are subject to change. Verify the City Calendar links above for agendas or cancellation messages prior to meeting start time.
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Interested in learning about the City’s Art in Public Places collection?
- Visit the Virtual Art Tour for more information about the signature artwork displayed throughout the City including artist backgrounds and the stories behind commissioned art pieces. To begin the tour visit: www.playinlaquinta.com/art-fifth
Read With Me Program
- The Read With Me program is recruiting volunteers for Truman Elementary and other Coachella Valley elementary schools. This unique program provides role models for children who need individual assistance in learning how to become fluent in English. Volunteers train and work closely with students to help them with English-language skills for reading, comprehension and speaking. To learn more about this program, visit https://www.readwithmevolunteers.com/
Recreation:
X Park: The Ultimate Skate Park
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X Park: The hours of operation are 12 to 9 p.m. Monday – Friday and 9 a.m. - 9 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. Resident fees are $2 for a daily use pass and $25 for an annual pass. Nonresident fees are $5 for a daily use pass and $50 for an annual pass. Skateboards, bikes, scooters and rollerblades are welcome. For more information, visit laquintaxpark.com
Spring Break Skate Camp
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X Park! Spring Break Skate Camp April 14 – 16 and April 21 - 23 from 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. $150 per camper ages 6-17. Our Skate Camps are designed for kids and teens who want to improve their skateboarding skills, make new friends and have fun outdoors. Our experienced instructors will teach campers the basics of skateboarding, as well as more advanced techniques, including park and street skating.
Register for the Summer Golf Experience
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La Quinta Summer Golf Experience, June 7 through August 30: This 13-week golf program offers participants the opportunity to play at some of the top courses in the Coachella Valley at a discounted price. Players can choose the courses where they wish to participate, creating a flexible and customizable experience. Open to men and women of all ages, participants will be invited to the Golf Experience Banquet on August 30 featuring lunch, prizes and more! Best of all, you don’t have to be a La Quinta resident to join in on the fun. Early Bird Registration: $50 (March 24 – April 20) and Regular Registration: $70 (April 21 – May 25). Register at: https://lqgolftour.laquintaca.gov/
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) 347-3484.
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Wellness Center
- The La Quinta Wellness Center is offering fitness classes in April. Yoga Flow, Gentle Yoga, Mat Pilates, Tai Chi Yang, Deep Stretch, Ballroom Latin Swing, and Nidra, Meditation & Sound are available for online registration now. Please call the Wellness Center for more details (760) 564-0096.
Food Programs
The La Quinta Wellness Center is a resource for food distribution and general information. Call (760) 564-0096 Monday Through Friday from 6:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
In partnership with FIND Food Bank, the City of La Quinta participates in bi-weekly food distribution (food bag/box for each household) to Coral Mountain, Hadley Villas, Vista Dunes, Washington Street Apartments, and Wolff Waters Apartments. Interested parties are encouraged to call (760) 564-0096 for details.
The City of La Quinta, in partnership with FIND Food Bank, continues to distribute food at the following locations:
- La Quinta Library Parking Lot (78-275 Calle Tampico, La Quinta CA, 92253) Seniors ages 65+ proof of age required, 1st Friday, from 7 to 8 a.m.
- La Quinta Library Parking Lot (78-275 Calle Tampico, La Quinta CA, 92253), 4th Saturday, 7 – 8 a.m..
- Horizon High School (43330 Palm Royale Drive, La Quinta, CA 92253) 1st Wednesday, 10 – 11 a.m.
Contact FIND Food Bank at (760) 775-3663 or visit their website for more information, www.findfoodbank.org
La Quinta Public Library:
Chess Club
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Chess Club Thursdays, April 10, 17 & 24, from 4 - 6:30 p.m. All Ages. Players of all levels welcomed! Hosted by the Coachella Chess Club.
LQ Garden Club
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LQ Garden Club Saturday, April 12, from 11 a.m. – 12 p.m. Ages 18 & up. Interested in all things green? Whether you’re new or experienced, join us at the La Quinta Library as we learn to grow and maintain our library garden! Celebrate California Poppy Day by getting to take some California Poppy seeds home! While supplies last. The CLA Lunch at the Library Partner Project is supported in whole or in part by funding provided by the State of California, administered by the California State Library.
Level Up LQ Teens
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Level Up LQ Saturdays, April 12 & 26, from 12 – 2 p.m. Age 13- 17. Calling all teen gamers! Join us to play a variety of games on a variety of consoles including the PS4, Nintendo Switch, & more!
Writer's Block
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Writer’s Block Sunday, April 13, at 1 p.m. Ages 18 & up. Writers of all levels can join us in monthly prompts, exercises & group critiques.
Reading Buddies
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Reading Buddies Tuesdays, April 15, 22 and 29, from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. and 3 – 5 p.m. Ages 5-10. Sign up to read with a Costco Reading Buddy! We’ll work on reading and literacy skills through reading activities directed towards improving comprehension and fluency. Registration is required.
Baby Storytime
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Baby Storytime Wednesdays, April 16, 23 and 30, at 10:15 a.m. Ages 0-18 months. This program focuses on caretaker and baby interactions with activities to promote communication and fine motor skills through song, book, movement and playtime. Sponsored by Friends of the La Quinta Library.
A.B.C. Storytime
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A.B.C. Storytime Wednesdays, April 16, 23 and 30, at 11:15 a.m. Ages 2-4. Acoustic, Books and Children storytime promotes early literacy and movement through song, books, rhymes and music. Sponsored by Friends of the La Quinta Library.
Sensory Hour
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Sensory Hour Friday, April 18, at 3 p.m. & Monday, April 21, at 10:15 a.m. Ages 0-12 months. 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.
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Looking for new authors to read? Not sure what to read next? Request a Book Bundle by filling out a short form with your reading preferences to receive personalized recommendations that you can pick up at the library. Go to ly/lqbookbundle to fill out the form!
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For more programs, visit the Events Page at www.rivlib.net or La Quinta Library’s Facebook or Instagram Page
Creation Station:
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Open for MakerSpace Classes and Member Use - If you are looking to learn about 3D Printing, Laser Cutting, Sewing or Electronics, the Creation Station is now open for classes. Call or email a MakerSpace Technician so we can set a time and day for your class. If you are a member, looking to become a member, you can contact us to reserve a block of time to use a station, the tool room, or a worktable. 760-777-7088.
Ozobots Bowl-O-Rama
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Ozobots After School: Bowling Alley Thursday, April 10, from 3- 5:30 p.m. Ages 7-13 and Free. Let’s Bowl, Let’s Bowl, Let’s Rock & Roll! Program your chosen Ozobot to knock down all 10 pins and get a strike. Bowling scores will be posted the next day on our social media and website. Limited number of Ozobots, so there may be some wait times.
MakerSpace Camp: Gardening Aprons
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MakerSpace Camp: Sublimation Gardening Aprons, Saturday, April 19, from 10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. RSVP Required and $5 fee. It’s time for spring and tending to our gardens. Makers 7-13 can sign up to make their own custom gardening half-apron and learn about sublimation printing. CAUTION: This program involves the use of heat press. (Reservations book opens April 1).
FAB-Tastic! Crochet Club
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FAB-Tastic: Crochet Club (& Yarn Exchange) Sunday, April 27, from 12:30 – 3:30 p.m. Ages 7 & up and Free. Swing by the Creation Station to join fellow crochet and fiber artists as we craft together. Share your progress on a current project or ask for help with a particular stitch. All levels of skill are welcome. Supplies are available, if needed. (THIS IS NOT A CLASS).
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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.
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Please visit www.facebook.com/LaQuintaMuseum.
Featured Exhibit:
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Her Side of the Story: Tales of California Pioneer Women. Illuminating the hardships, joys, and lives of female pioneers, this exhibit highlights first-person stories from the women who traveled by land or sea to settle in California prior to statehood. "Her Side of the Story: Tales of California Pioneer Women" is an exhibition from The Society of California Pioneers and tours through Exhibit Envoy.
Spotlight Exhibit in Our Local History Gallery:
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Hearing the Ancestors. Explore the rich history of our area through the work and findings of archaeologist Bruce Love. On display through April 26.
Programs:
- As programs are subject to change, please find the latest information on our FREE programs at facebook.com/LaQuintaMuseum/events
Genealogy Meet-Up
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Genealogy Meet-up Saturday, April 12, from 1 – 3 p.m. Whether you’re a beginner or an expert in all things genealogy, join us for discussion and collaboration.
Take a Break with Huell
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Take a Break with Huell Tuesday, April 15, at 11 a.m. Join us for an episode of Huell Howser’s California’s Gold on the big screen. This month, Huell takes a delicious trip to Canter’s, the famed delicatessen where the waitresses average 30 years of employment and tell the patrons what to eat.
Sketchbook Journaling
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Sketchbook Journaling Friday, April 18, from 1 – 3 p.m. Get in touch with your inner artist with sketchbook journaling. Basic supplies provided.
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STITCH Fiber Arts Group Tuesday, April 22, 1 – 3 p.m. Bring your fiber project, meet with friends old and new, share what you’ve been working on, and get inspired for your next project.
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Good Books in the Gallery Thursday, April 24, at 3 p.m. Let’s read a great book, and then get together to discuss! This month, we’ll read "Write for Your Life" by Anna Quindlen. A limited number of free copies are available for book club participants; call 760-777-7170 to request one.
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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.
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Business Licenses:
Apply for or renew your business license by accessing The HUB Online Portal at http://www.laquintaca.gov/HUBOnlinePortal.
Staff issued 52 business licenses and collected $9,251.30 for the week of March 30-April 5.
Permit Center:
The Hub/Permit Services is open to the public Monday thru Friday, from 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. To schedule an appointment or for any questions, please call (760) 777-7125 or contact us via email at customercenter@laquintaca.gov.
Staff received 102 permit applications and issued 87 permits for the week of March 30-April 5.
Permits include building construction, land use, special events, garage sales, public works encroachment, fire system installations, and code compliance inspections.
Building:
Completed 81 Plan Reviews and performed 245 Inspections for the week of March 30-April 5.
New Development Updates:
- A new Sign Program was approved for Quick Quack Car Wash, 79580 Highway 111.
- An administrative Site Development Permit was approved for the Oasis Residential Community to construct 24 single-family residential units at the northwest corner of Avenue 60 and Madison Street.
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- 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.
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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.
Calling All Local Businesses: Vendor Fair is April 16
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Calling all Local Businesses! Learn how to do business with local governments and agencies in the Coachella Valley. This FREE event will feature 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.
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When: Wednesday, April 16, from 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
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Where: Palm Springs Convention Center, 277 N. Avenida Caballeros.
- For more information, please call (760) 777-7059 or email Darmendariz@laquintaca.gov
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Please RSVP for this FREE event via Eventbrite using this link so we can keep a headcount for food and other goodies! You can also scan the QR code on the flyer to register. We can’t wait to see you there!
FY 2025-26 Budget Study Sessions Planned
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FY 2025-26 Budget Study Sessions with City Council: Stay in the know on all things La Quinta Budget! Join us at the May 20 City Council Meeting for Study Session No. 1 on the proposed 2025-26 Budget. This is part of a regular Council meeting at 4 p.m. at City Hall. We invite the public to attend and ask questions.
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Civic Center Lake Maintenance Planned
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 Code Compliance:
- Code Compliance has inspected 156 properties, opened 65 cases, closed 64 cases, issued 28 courtesy notices, 5 administrative citations, 8 Final notices of violation, and 226 other actions and handled 218 calls.
- Code Compliance has a full-service voicemail system. The mailbox will be monitored regularly. Callers can leave their messages/requests as follows for:
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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.
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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
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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.
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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.
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For non-emergency police services, please contact Riverside County Sheriff at 760-836-3215, option 5.
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Code Compliance welcomes walk-ins but encourages scheduling an appointment. Please call 760-777-7050 to schedule.
Register for CERT Training, May 2-4
Security Camera Registration Program
You Can Help Prevent Fires
Be a Responsible Pet Owner
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