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The September 2022 edition of The La Quinta Gem featured an article on a proposed wave park development in La Quinta. This article was included in The La Quinta Gem as a paid editorial piece by the developer. We received a lot of feedback about this piece from you – the La Quinta community. First and foremost, it’s important that you know that The La Quinta Gem is an independently-published community magazine produced by the La Quinta Chamber of Commerce. We strive to feature articles, news and updates for your benefit. The City of La Quinta proudly sponsors a section of the magazine fea turing City-specific programs as well as a message from the City Manager’s office. Additionally, we source articles from our local business community to help deliver information we hope you’ll find useful. Our recent feature on the wave park was in tended to be educational. In lieu of featur ing this information as an advertisement, we elected to use a Q&A approach in an advertorial format to address some of the questions that have been circulating about this proposed project. The Board of the La Quinta Chamber of Commerce and our publishing team all want to take a moment to acknowledge and thank you for sharing your points of view on this topic.
The Greater Coachella Valley Chamber of Commerce (GCVCC) was created in 2016 in cooperation with the former Coachella, La Quinta, Cathedral City and Indio Chambers, along with the Cabazon Band of Mission Indians and Twenty-Nine Palms Band of Mission Indians. It enhances and significantly improves the way businesses interact with each other and the community in the entire Coachella Valley. As a Regional Chamber, the GCVCC delivers services and benefits to its members on a scope not seen before in the area.
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El programa de reciclaje de productos organicos en el hogar ha llegado para los residentes de viviendas unifamiliares y multifamiliares, a partir del 1 de noviembre.
Los residentes recibiran un aviso con material educativo a traves del correo de EE.UU. con detalles completos sobre el uso de su actual contenedor de residuos verdes para comenzar su programa de reciclaje de organicos en el hogar.
Su equipo actual de residuos y reciclaje no cambiara. Su actual contenedor verde sera ahora su nuevo programa de productos organicos para sus restos de comida y residuos de jardinerfa contenidos.
i Los residentes reciben un cubo de cocina para ayudar con los restos de comida en su hogar! Los residentes pueden llamar a Burrtec y solicitar su balde del programa. Es facil y se le entrega con un revestimiento de muestra y c6mo usar la gufa de su balde.
La nueva fecha de aplicaci6n de los residuos organicos residenciales esta pr6xima. La ciudad y Burrtec seguiran proporcionando informaci6n y se reuniran con su comunidad para discutir la pr6xima implementaci6n de los residuos organicos residenciales. Si desea obtener mas informaci6n o programar una reunion inicial, envie un correo electr6nico a municipalservices@burrtecdesert.com.
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For longtime La Quinta residents, it may seem hard to believe that our beloved community is celebrating 40 years of cityhood. Most of La Quinta’s growth as a city has happened in the past two decades. For many years, La Quinta’s commercial corridor was made up of just two shopping centers on Washington and Highway 111.
New stores and restaurants have filled out the Highway 111 stretch between Washington and Jefferson Streets as well as the La Quinta Village area, and the additions of SilverRock Resort, the La Quinta Civic Center Campus, the La Quinta Museum, the Wellness Center and the La Quinta Skate Park have brought new recreational opportunities for residents and visitors alike.
The La Quinta State of the City, Business Awards and Expo will celebrate the City’s 40th Anniversary in a big way, including fireworks, a live band and a “taste” of La Quinta. It’s happening Thursday, October 6th, at the La Quinta Resort & Club – where it all began.
La Quinta started as a private getaway for Hollywood legends like Greta Garbo and Clark Gable with the inception of the La Quinta Hotel in 1926 (now the exclusive La Quinta Resort & Club). For decades, the rich and famous escaped to La Quinta’s secluded hotel and casitas, and in 1982, the City of La Quinta officially incorporated.
Soon the secret was out, and those seeking year-round sunshine, scenic hiking and biking trails and great golf made their way to La Quinta. The City’s leaders put thoughtful planning into the development of the community, ensuring the natural beauty was preserved
while being balanced with necessary facilities and services. Historic roots are blended with modern conveniences and varied recreation – all framed by the picturesque surroundings – of which the Santa Rosa Mountains are the crowning jewel. Perhaps that’s why La Quinta so aptly earned the moniker, “The Gem of the Desert.”
The Greater Coachella Valley Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with the City of La Quinta, is hosting the La Quinta State of the City, Business Awards and Expo. This extraordinary 40-year celebration will be held on Thursday, October 6th, at the La Quinta Resort & Club, beginning at 4:30pm with registration, the business expo and a Taste of La Quinta food experience – featuring five unique food stations created by the resort chefs.
The State of the City presentation will be held from 6:00-7:30pm, offering a review of economic activity from the previous year, as well as future development plans significant to the business community. The La Quinta Mayor and City Council will be the featured speakers for this event. In addition to an update from the City, local business professionals will be recognized for professional accomplishments and significant contributions to their community. Among the categories honored will be Business of the Year.
The grand finale will include a live music by The Refills and fireworks from 7:30-8:30pm.
This event generally sells out, so review your ticket options by going to GCVCC.org. Contact the Greater Coachella Valley Chamber at 760.347.0676 for more information.
In the skateboarding culture, it was not uncommon in the 1970’s and 80’s to hear whispers of the famed Pipeline Skatepark in Upland California where it’s innovative design gave a Zen like practice to some of the most artful skateboarders in Southern California history. The ‘combi bowl’ being one of the first of its kind as well as satisfying all skate levels, was both innovation and a move forward to inclusivity to skateboarders of all ages and experience.
Fast forward to our very own skate park in La Quinta inspired by that very place, adding in cutting edge modern design that satisfies skateboarders of all levels and ages. A powerful unified experience for all ages that share in the love of skate boarding. La Quinta tapped Los Angeles-based Spohn Ranch Skateparks, which has created municipal skateparks across the country, has newly completed landscaping that includes natural and artificial turn used at standing and resting areas.
Located on the South East corner of Dune Palms Road and Blackhawk Way, features of the 31,000-square-foot venue include an on-site pro shop, a concrete pump track course for multiple disciplines, and a trio of bowls designed to satisfy all skate levels — including the massive combi-bowl created as an homage to Pipeline Skatepark.
What has been created with the concrete pump track is a looping racetrack which holds various moguls, bumps, berms, turns — which can be used for all styles of wheels, and is also touted as the largest concrete pump track
course in the state, if not the nation. The inspiration by it’s stand alone innovative design that harks a classic skating destination yet keeps a modern and current structure that will appeal to generations to come.
Housing the 1,400-square-foot pro shop offers rentals and also a robust retail component, along with the ability to re pair boards and bikes, and it also includes a concessions area.
With the park taking great statewide notice, it was visited by the iconic Tony Hawk himself, giving it his seal of approval upon slicing through the parks features, sharing a grin and an excitable thumbs up. Along with Hawk, the legendary local himself Eddie Elguera gave the XPark a spin a few times and with the same cunning moves that made him a champion, finishing a set with an almost ethereal smile accompanied by his approval in a thumbs up. Any skateboarder can tell you that the seal of approval from both Hawk and Elguera equates into a place where champions are made.
Sustainability has always been a primer in the Coachella Valley, and a “board yard” has been installed to allow participants to leave portions of skateboards no longer useable, a concept brought over from the skate park at La Quinta Park.
XPark promises to be one of the most thrilling and one of a kind destinations for so many skate boarders and those immersed in a culture that promotes unity and skill and welcomes all. Don’t miss the grand opening celebration, starting with a ribbon cutting at 11 a.m. Saturday, October 22, at the XPark. Best trick contests, pro demonstrations, and more are planned.
More details to come. Check the website, www.laquintaxpark.com, for updates.
October has arrived, bringing cooler temperatures that make outdoor activities like hiking our scenic trails, bike riding and walking around town more inviting. Halloween is just around the corner, marking the official start of the holiday season, a good time to visit our local businesses for gift shopping.
State of the City
4-8:30 p.m. Thursday, October 6
Location: La Quinta Resort & Club
The Greater Coachella Valley Chamber of Commerce and City of La Quinta invite you to the State of the City, Business Awards and Expo, which this year marks La Quinta’s 40th anniversary of incorporation. Mayor and City Council will be the featured speakers for the evening event, and along with the City Council, will provide an overview of all that is happening in the City.
4:30-6:40 p.m.: Registration, business expo, food & beverage service, music and Chamber welcome and business awards.
6:40-7:30 p.m.: Mayor and Council presentation
7:30-8:30 p.m.: Fireworks/The Refills Event details: www.gcvcc.org/events
October 14-16
Location: City Hall
Sessions are: 5-9 p.m. Friday, October 14; and 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, October 15 and 16.
In this free course, participants will learn basic disaster response skills such as fire safety, disaster medical oper ations, light search and rescue, team organization and disaster medical operations. Participants must attend all 20 hours of the course to receive a Certificate of Completion.
Register for the course at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/cityof-la-quinta-basic-cert-class-tickets-405348136187
Concert in the Park
6:30-9 p.m. Saturday, October 15
Location: SilverRock Park
The BeaTunes Beatles Tribute Band performs under the stars. Bring your chairs or blankets. It’s all free.
The landscaping project is completed and includes natural and artificial turf used at standing and resting areas. A “board yard” has been installed to allow participants to leave portions of skateboards no longer useable, a concept brought over from the skate park at the La Quinta Park. Don’t miss the grand opening celebration, starting with a ribbon cutting at 11 a.m. Saturday, October 22, at the X Park. Best trick contests, pro demonstrations and more are planned.
More details to come. Check the website, www.laquintaxpark. com, for updates.
Organic Waste Recycling and Food Recovery Workshop
10-11 a.m. Saturday, October 22
Location: City Hall
The City, in partnership with Burrtec, is offering a free in-person workshop on SB 1383 Organic Waste Recycling and Food Recovery to all La Quinta residents and businesses. The workshop will provide an overview of organic waste recycling and edible food recovery. These Burrtec services will be coming soon, so find out how you can do your part to adapt to the new recycling protocols.
Police non-emergency number If you have a non-emergency any time of day or night, instead of calling 911, please call 760-836-3215.
In addition to Mayor and Council candidates, La Quinta residents are voting on whether to phase out and permanently ban non-hosted short-term vacation rentals in the City by December 31, 2024, except in exempted areas. Measure A is a ballot initiative submitted by a group of residents affiliated with an organization called “Neigh bors for Neighborhoods,” or N4N. In accordance with state elections law, the City Council took official action to oppose the ballot initiative, which, if passed, would mean
a loss of general fund revenues estimated to be at least $6 million annually. This loss of revenue would impact the funding of services paid by the City from general fund rev enues, including law enforcement, roadwork, landscaping and other capital improvements. More information about Measure A can be found in this edition of The Gem, and on the City’s website, www.laquintaca.gov/measurea.
Jefferson Street Slurry Seal
This slurry seal project is underway and is anticipated to be complete by November.
Dune Palms Bridge
Work is about to get underway on this project, which will construct an all-weather bridge at Dune Palms Road over the stormwater channel. Dune Palms will remain open during construction and a bypass lane will be constructed so the bridge can be built one half at a time. There will be connections to the CV Link incorporated in the bridge and a sidewalk on each side of the bridge to allow better pedestri an and bicycle access for the schools and X Park close by.
Landscape Renovation Improvement
Topaz development is completed with Desert Club, Sierra Del Rey and Marbella developments underway.
Jefferson Street Slurry Seal
This slurry seal project is underway and is anticipated to be complete by November.
Dune Palms Bridge
Work is about to get underway on this project, which will construct an all-weather bridge at Dune Palms Road over the stormwater channel. Dune Palms will remain open during construction and a bypass lane will be constructed so the bridge can be built one half at a time. There will be connections to the CV Link incorporated in the bridge and a sidewalk on each side of the bridge to allow better pedestri an and bicycle access for the schools and X Park close by.
Landscape Renovation Improvement
Topaz development is completed with Desert Club, Sierra Del Rey and Marbella developments underway.
Online registration available at https://laqwebtrac.laquintaca.gov
For more information, please call (760) 564-0096.
COMMUNITY SERVICES INDOOR:
OCTOBER 2022
Online registration available at https://laqwebtrac.laquintaca.gov
For more information, please call (760) 564-0096.
WELLNESS CENTER
Creative Wellness- Indoors
Ballroom Dancing Beginning 5:30pm – 6:30pm T
Pilates
11am – 12pm T/TH
Tai Chi Yang 3pm – 4pm T/TH
Outdoors
Pickleball 101 Beginners 6pm –7pm W
Social Bridge (fee: $4) 12:30pm - 4 pm M
Call Julie (760)342-8580
Mah Jongg (fee: $2) 12:30pm – 3:30pm T
Quilting for Good Times 2pm – 4pm TH (Volunteers)
Food for Thought Program FREE 10:30 am – 12pm W Chuck Jones Center for Creativity (October 12 – November 2)
Health & Wellness Day
October 20; 9:00am – 12pm
We hope you join us for this healthy event.
Desert Recreation District (DRD), the Boys & Girls Club, and the City of La Quinta have partnered to offer the following activities: Volleyball on Tuesdays & Thursdays, Basketball on Wednesdays.
Enrollment: September 1 – December 22
Time: 7 – 9pm (doors open at 6:45pm)
Ages: All ages (13 years of age and under must be accompanied by an adult)
Fee: $5 daily drop-in, or $30 for an 8 visit Express Pass. For more information, please call DRD 760.564.9921
La Quinta Public Library is located at 78-275 Calle Tampico. Enjoy FREE programs for all ages! Questions? Call 760-564-4767
IT’S BACK!
Anime Zone | Ages 13-17
Friday, October 14 @ 4:00pm | In-Person
Join us in the La Quinta Library Program Room as we watch and critique three random anime episodes with friends.
Caring for Your Pet | Ages 18+
Saturday, October 15 @ 11:00am | In-Person
Just get a new pet? Thinking about getting one? Learn about some of the first steps in taking care of a new dog or cat. Presentation by Mandy Lopez from VetIQ.
NOTE: Please do not bring pets, this is strictly an informational session.
Something On Saturday (S.O.S.)
Saturday, October 22 @ 3:00pm | In-Person
Join us for some family friendly fun! All ages welcome.
IT’S BACK!
Teen Game Night | Ages 13-17
Friday, October 28 @ 4:00pm | In-Person
Get your supernatural game on as we play either the Buffy the Vampire Slayer board game (2-5 players) or the Zombie Fluxx card game (2-6 players).
Festival of Frights
Saturday, October 29 | All Day | In-Person
Join us for some spooky, family friendly fun! Enjoy some DIY crafts, a photo-op station and a Cryptozoo walkthrough, if you dare. There will also be a digital escape room for teens and adults. All ages welcome.
Page Turners Book Club | Ages 18+
Thursday, October 20 @ 10:30am | In-Person or Zoom
Join our traditional, AM book club! In October, we’ll discuss A Ballad of Love and Glory by Reyna Grande. See the Adult Reference Desk to register. Copies are limited.
Impulse Affirmation Teen Book Club
Tuesday, October 25 @ 4:30-5:30pm | Ages 13-17,
Discord: bit.ly/LAQTeensDiscord
Read what interests you, then join us on LAQLibraryTeens
Discord server to talk LIVE about your passion (or disappointment)! For more information about this and other Teen Programs visit bit.ly/LQLibraryBlog.
Not-SEW-Scary Pillows | All-Ages
Thursday, October 13 & Friday, Oct. 14 | FREE | All Day Stop by the Creation Station to make a mini pillow made from laser cut felt. There are (3) options available: a Cute Ghost, a Chibi Bat, or a Chubby Jack-O-Lantern. MakerSpace staff will be on hand to guide you with the sewing. (Parent guidance suggested for patrons under 7)
77885 Avenida Montezuma La Quinta, CA 92253 (760) 777-7170
The La Quinta Museum is open Tuesday- Saturday, 10am-4pm. Admission and programs are FREE
Friday, Oct 7 & 21 | 1-3 pm
Get in touch with your inner artist with sketchbook journal ing—the no-rules, playful approach to creativity. Join us each month to create bite-sized bits of drawing, painting, letter ing, collage, and mixed media. Basic supplies provided.
Genealogy Meet-Up
Saturday, Oct 8 | 1-3 pm
Diary of Horatio Cooke, Soldier, Spy, Escape Artist The year was 1981, and author M. R. Cannon was performing a magic show in nearby Yucaipa, California, when things took an unexpected and fascinating turn. An 85-yearold audience member, Clara Louise Wasem, took over his show and captivated the audience with tales of her father, Professor Horatio G. Cooke, the American Wizard, who had been a Special Scout for Abraham Lincoln, an escape artist and Spiritualism debunker, and a mentor and friend to Harry Houdini. Clara Louise gave the author Cooke’s diary and meticulously kept scrapbook with a charge to share her father’s amazing story. Experience Cooke’s extraordinary life in this new exhibit!
La Quinta History Galleries, featuring Making A City Learn about of the grassroots movement that turned a small corner of the desert into the official City of La Quin ta in our new exhibit, Making a City. This 40th Anniversa ry exhibit recounts the events of 1982 in the words of the City’s first mayor, Fred Wolff. Visitors will experience the Incorporation of the City through photos, memorabilia, newspapers, and video featuring Kay Wolff reminiscing on the movement that started in her living room.
Music at the Museum: Las Tías Thursday, Oct 6 | 5-6pm Music is back at the Museum! Timeless boleros and Rancheras speak to modern sway in the music of Las Tías. The duo formed by Giselle Woo and Janine Rivera is steeped in Mexican American heritage and deeply rooted in the Coachella Valley.
Lincoln’s Scout Author Reception
Thursday, Oct 27 | 5-7 pm
Experience the magic of the Lincoln’s Scout exhibit with the author of the book, M.R. Cannon. Join us as Cannon shares his personal insights on the remarkable life of Horatio G. Cooke.
As programs are subject to change, please find the latest information on our FREE programs at facebook.com/ LaQuintaMuseum/events
Are you interested in your family tree? Are you a begin ner or an expert in all things Genealogy?. This month Gary Fredericksen will give a lecture on Beginner Genealogy. This includes using websites such as Ancestry, Family Search and FindaGrave.com
STITCH Fiber Arts Group
Tuesday, Oct 11 & 25 | 1-3pm
Bring your fiber project to work on while you meet with friends old and new, share what you’ve been working on, and get inspired for your next project.
TED Talk Hangout
Wednesday, Oct 12 | 1pm
Let’s enjoy a TED talk on the big screen, and then discuss! This month, we’ll watch “An invitation to reexamine your familiar world” by Gillian Tett.
Take a Break with Huell
Tuesday, Oct 18 | 11am
Join us for an episode of Huell Howser’s California’s Gold on the big screen. Enjoy his amazing takes on points of interest in our golden state!
Good Books in the Gallery Thursday, Oct 27 | 3pm
This month, we’re reading The Escape Artist, by Brad Meltzer. A limited number of free copies are available for book club participants, call 760.777.7170 to request one.
Club de Lectura: Spanish Book Club
Friday, Oct 28 | 3pm
Únete a nuestro club de lectura y conversemos sobre diferentes historias y títulos de interés cultural. Este mes hablaremos sobre el título “Pedro Páramo” por Juan Rulfo. Este programa es para jóvenes y adultos! Cada último viernes de mes en el Museo de La Quinta. Copias del libro disponibles en el museo, llama al (760) 777-7170 para apartar uno.
At Desert Care Network’s La Quinta Medical Center Campus you’ll discover an intimate setting for hospital outpatient services.
services include:
• Desert Regional Medical Center’s Comprehensive Cancer Center satellite facility offers consultations, infusion services, and screening mammography
• Desert Care Network’s Advanced Wound Healing Center offers care for chronic wounds, including diabetic foot ulcers. We are a member of the Amputation Prevention Centers of America.
• La Quinta Imaging provides a wide array of medical imaging, including X-ray, CT and MRI scans
• Our Neurology Specialty Clinic treats movement disorders, epilepsy and a host of neurological conditions
• Desert Care Network Primary & Specialty Care, where patients can schedule appointments with physicians
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primary and specialty