Tuesday, June 23, 2020

La Quinta City Updates June 19th

Items of Interest - June 19, 2020
 

CITY MANAGER’S OFFICE


HELP YOUR COMMUNITY,
GET TESTED

  • The COVID-19 statistics from Riverside County Public Health is reporting 164,616 tests performed, 11,951 positive cases and 399 deaths countywide as well as 185 cases and 10 deaths in La Quinta as of Wednesday, June 17.
     
  • COVID-19 testing at the county-run sites is open to anyone, whether you have symptoms or not, and there are no out-of-pocket costs to individuals. You must have an appointment to get tested. Testing site locations are listed below. To make an appointment at a county-operated site, call 800-945-6171. To make an online appointment at a state-run testing site, click lhi.care/covidtesting.
     
  • The City of La Quinta has opened the newest program in the COVID-19 Emergency Economic Relief Fund, the Rebate Program where businesses are eligible to be reimbursed for qualified purchases related to COVID-19 safety preparedness, in an effort to help businesses moving forward with reopening in a safe manner, per the California State Industry Guidance (https://covid19.ca.gov/industry-guidance/). Interested businesses can apply by visiting: https://www.laquintaca.gov/covid19businessloan. Applications will be open until December 31, 2020, or when all funds have been expended, whichever occurs first.
     
  • The City App includes the COVID Microsite as well as additional information for Playing, Working and Living in LQ. The app contains links to Resident Resources as well as Business Resources for the La Quinta Community. The app is available currently on Apple iTunes and will be available soon on Google Play.
     
  • The City of La Quinta is working with the Greater Coachella Valley Chamber of Commerce on banners for businesses that are currently open during COVID-19. These banners are valid for La Quinta businesses only with a current business license. It’s one per business and is first come, first serve. Businesses can register for a banner by visiting: https://lqbiz.eventbrite.com/
     
  • 211 Riverside County is the County of Riverside designated information line for COVID-19 public inquiries. Operators are available any time to answer your questions and to provide the most up to date public health information available. Additionally, operators will help provide referrals to services such as food, shelter, and other health related requests. To speak with an operator, dial 211 OR (800) 464-1123.
     
  • To receive updates about COVID-19 information and resources straight to your phone through Nixle, text 92253 to 888-777.

COMMUNITY RESOURCES

  • The La Quinta Wellness Center is your resource for food distribution and general information.  Call (760) 564-0096 Monday Through Friday from 8:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m. for service.
     
  • In partnership with FIND Food Bank, the City participates in bi-weekly food site distribution at Washington Street Apartments, Hadley Villas, Coral Mountain Apartments and Wolff Waters Apartments. Staff is in communication with other sites and interested parties are encouraged to call (760) 564-0096 for more information. 
     
  • With the help from local partners, FIND Food Bank has food distribution locations at the following locations: 
    • La Quinta High School (79255 Blackhawk Way, La Quinta CA, 92253) 1st and 3rd Wednesday, 10:00am-12:00pm
    • La Quinta Community Fitness Center Park (77865 Avenida Montezuma, La Quinta CA, 92253) Seniors ages 65+ proof of age required, 1st and 3rd Friday, 8:30am-10:30am 
    • Desert Recreation District La Quinta (77865 Avenida Montezuma, La Quinta CA, 92253) 4th Saturday, 7:00am-11:00am
       
  • Contact FIND Food Bank at 760-775-3663 for more information.
     
  • The YMCA of the Desert is providing childcare to essential workers at the La Quinta Museum. YMCA staff have received required COVID-19 health & safety trainings, necessary cleaning & sanitizing supplies, and will implement new program protocols to ensure all Local, County, State, and Federal guidelines are being met. The fee for childcare services is $165 per week, drop off is 7:30am-8:00am and pick up is 5:00pm-5:30pm. Enrollment is on a first come, first served basis and space is limited. To reserve childcare contact Gail Solomon, Member Services: Family YMCA of the Desert office: (760) 341-9622 or gailsolomon@desertymca.org 
  • Riverside County Office of Education is available to provide childcare services to essential workers. To receive more information and an application for emergency childcare services contact the Riverside County Office of Education Early Care & Education at (800) 442-4927 or email cclupdates@rcoe.us
     
  • City Code Compliance is available to answer questions and respond to complaints from the public at (760) 777-7050 Monday – Thursday from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.; Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and Saturday 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. 

DESIGN AND DEVELOPMENT

  • City Hall is open with limited in-person access. Telephonic and on-line services for permits, plan check, application submittals, payments, and inspection appointments remain as options for conducting business.  In-person consultation is available by appointment only and appointments can be made by going to www.laquintaca.gov/hubappointments.  HUB permit services are available through http://laquinta.trakit.net/etrakit3/ and City staff is available at (760) 777-7125 or via email at mailto:customercenter@laquintaca.gov to answer any questions.  Online services for Short-Term Vacation Rentals can be accessed at http://laquinta.munirevs.com.
     
  • Staff is still on a staggered schedule to comply with social distancing requirements. Face coverings are required for anyone entering the building and glass partitions have been installed at the public counters to limit exposure to COVID-19. Social distancing of 6 ft. between persons in the lobby and at the counter is also required. A thermal camera is located at the entrance to monitor the temperatures of all City employees and members of the public entering the building.
     
  • Staff received 59 permit applications and issued 46 permits all of which were processed online through City’s eTRAKiT Web Portal, for a total construction valuation of $1,317,973.57 and collection of $50,811.20 in permit fees.
     
  • Building Division staff performed 58 digital reviews and completed 92 onsite inspections last week; of those inspections 30 were requested using eTRAKiT.
     
  • Two single-family dwelling building permits ranging from 2,668 square feet to 2,843 square feet were issued within the residential Cove and the Desert Club Manor Communities, respectively.
     
  • Commercial Building Permits were issued for a 2,843 square foot Pieology Pizzeria Tenant Improvement at 79-024 Highway 111 Suite 103 within the Pavilion at La Quinta Development, located at the Northeast corner of Adams Street and Highway 111; and a 2,527 square-foot Veterinary Services Tenant Improvement at 78-555 Highway 111 Suite 200 within the La Quinta Court Development, located at the Southeast corner of Washington Street and Highway 111.
     
  • The City is accepting applications for its Al Fresco program, which allows businesses to use outdoor spaces such as sidewalks, parking stalls, and common areas for outdoor dining. Registration for the program is free and information can be found at https://www.laquintaca.gov/alfresco

FINANCE

PUBLIC WORKS
  • An update for the Complete Street Project Stage 3 Closure for June 1 through June 26, 2020 is attached.

Thursday, June 11, 2020

La Quinta Events Update June 2020

Items of Interest - June 4, 2020
 

CITY MANAGER’S OFFICE

HELP YOUR COMMUNITY,
GET TESTED

  • COVID-19 testing at the county-run sites is open to anyone, whether you have symptoms or not, and there are no out-of-pocket costs to individuals. You must have an appointment to get tested. Testing site locations are listed below. To make an appointment at a county-operated site, call 800-945-6171. To make an online appointment at a state-run testing site, click lhi.care/covidtesting.
     
  • Residents who have questions regarding COVID-19 can reach out to the City by either emailing covid19@laquintaca.gov or by calling 760.777.7130 (Mon-Friday, 8 am – 4 pm).
     
  • The City App includes the COVID Microsite as well as additional information for Playing, Working and Living in LQ. The app contains links to Resident Resources as well as Business Resources for the La Quinta Community. The app is available currently on Apple iTunes and will be available soon on Google Play.
     
  • The City of La Quinta is working with the Greater Coachella Valley Chamber of Commerce on banners for businesses that are currently open during COVID-19. These banners are valid for La Quinta businesses only with a current business license. It’s one per business and is first come, first serve. Businesses can register for a banner by visiting: https://lqbiz.eventbrite.com/
     
  • 211 Riverside County is the County of Riverside designated information line for COVID-19 public inquiries. Operators are available any time to answer your questions and to provide the most up to date public health information available. Additionally, operators will help provide referrals to services such as food, shelter, and other health related requests. To speak with an operator, dial 211 OR (800) 464-1123.
     
  • To receive updates about COVID-19 information and resources straight to your phone through Nixle, text 92253 to 888-777.
     
  • The City would like to congratulate the Class of 2020 at La Quinta High School who will have their drive thru ceremony Friday, June 12. 

COMMUNITY RESOURCES

  • The La Quinta Wellness Center is your resource for food distribution and general information.  Call (760) 564-0096 Monday Through Friday from 8:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m. for service.
     
  • In partnership with FIND Food Bank, the City participates in bi-weekly food site distribution at Washington Street Apartments, Hadley Villas, Coral Mountain Apartments and Wolff Waters Apartments. Staff is in communication with other sites and interested parties are encouraged to call (760) 564-0096 for more information. 
     
  • With the help from local partners, FIND Food Bank has food distribution locations at the following locations: 
    • La Quinta High School (79255 Blackhawk Way, La Quinta CA, 92253) 1st and 3rd Wednesday, 10:00am-12:00pm
    • La Quinta Community Fitness Center Park (77865 Avenida Montezuma, La Quinta CA, 92253) Seniors ages 65+ proof of age required, 1st and 3rd Friday, 8:30am-10:30am 
    • Desert Recreation District La Quinta (77865 Avenida Montezuma, La Quinta CA, 92253) 4th Saturday, 7:00am-11:00am
       
  • Contact FIND Food Bank at 760-775-3663 for more information.
     
  • The YMCA of the Desert is providing childcare to essential workers at the La Quinta Museum. YMCA staff have received required COVID-19 health & safety trainings, necessary cleaning & sanitizing supplies, and will implement new program protocols to ensure all Local, County, State, and Federal guidelines are being met. The fee for childcare services is $165 per week, drop off is 7:30am-8:00am and pick up is 5:00pm-5:30pm. Enrollment is on a first come, first served basis and space is limited. To reserve childcare contact Gail Solomon, Member Services: Family YMCA of the Desert office: (760) 341-9622 or gailsolomon@desertymca.org 
  • Riverside County Office of Education is available to provide childcare services to essential workers. To receive more information and an application for emergency childcare services contact the Riverside County Office of Education Early Care & Education at (800) 442-4927 or email cclupdates@rcoe.us
     
  • City Code Compliance is available to answer questions and respond to complaints from the public at (760) 777-7050 Monday – Thursday from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.; Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and Saturday 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m.
     
  • Last week there were a total of 37 complaints submitted to Code Compliance, only 4 were related to COVID-19 concerns at STVRs. A total of 65 COVID-19 related Code cases remain open and under investigation.    

DESIGN AND DEVELOPMENT

  • Issued 31 business licenses and collected $1,725 in license fees.
     
  • Staff received 64 permit applications and issued 49 permits all of which were processed online through City’s eTRAKiT Web Portal, for a total construction valuation of $2,452,744 and collection of $102,193.15 in permit fees.
     
  • Building Division staff performed 41 digital reviews and completed 121 onsite inspections last week; of those inspections 31 were requested using eTRAKiT.
     
  • Five single-family dwelling building permits ranging from 2,056 square feet to 10,247 square feet were issued within the communities of Madison Club, Hideaway, Andalusia and the Residential Cove.
     
  • Construction Plans were submitted for an 862 square-foot Dutch Bros Coffee Building with Drive-thru and Walk-up service window to be located at 44-175 Jefferson Street within the Jefferson Square Development, located at the corner of Jefferson Street and Fred Waring Drive.
     
  • The Design and Development Department continues to accept and process development applications.  The status of these applications is available to review on La Quinta’s Interactive Project Map at https://www.arcgis.com/apps/MapTour/index.html?appid=58e3d5143bb544d4888512c39d344968. The map shows development projects in various stages of progression from submitted and under review applications to projects that are under construction and completed.  Please contact the Planning Division at 760-777-7125 for more information.

FINANCE

Friday, May 22, 2020

La Quinta Events May 2020


Items of Interest - May 21, 2020
 

CITY MANAGER’S OFFICE

  • City Hall will be closed for Memorial Day, Monday, May 25th.
     
  • For COVID-19 related information for residents and businesses, please visit the City microsite www.laquintaca.gov/covid19
     
  • Residents who have questions regarding COVID-19 can reach out to the City by either emailing covid19@laquintaca.gov or by calling 760.777.7130 (Mon-Friday, 8 am – 4 pm).
     
  • Riverside County Public Health is reporting 93,101 tests performed, 6,343 positive cases and 284 deaths countywide; 104 cases and 9 deaths in La Quinta as of Thursday, May 21.
     
  • Executive Order #7 for Short-Term Rentals was amended as of May 20, 2020 (fourth amendment). Here is a summary of the changes:
    • Short term rentals may open and operate as authorized by, and consistent with, California Governor Executive Order N-60-20 and the requirements of the California Department of Public Health set forth and available at the following Web sites, as may be updated from time to time: 
    • https://covid19.ca.gov/industry-guidance/
    • https://covid19.ca.gov/roadmap/
    • https://covid19.ca.gov/stay-home-except-for-essential-needs/#top
    • City of La Quinta no longer requires pre-approval of short-term rental use.
    • Short-term rentals that are authorized to open and operate 
    • Any person who violates the order shall be subject to a fine of $5,000 per violation and an immediate suspension of the short-term rental permit for one year. 
       
  • The City App has been updated to include the COVID Microsite as well as additional information for Playing, Working and Living in LQ. The app contains links to Resident Resources as well as Business Resources for the La Quinta Community. The app is available currently on Apple iTunes and will be available soon on Google Play.
     
  • Small Business Emergency Economic Relief Fund – Round 2: The City received 39 applications for Round 2.  The Ad-hoc Committee reviewed and made recommendations to the City Council and at the May 19, 2020 City Council meeting, 18 more businesses were awarded loans. The City is pleased to announce that $550,000 has now been awarded to 47 different local businesses. We support our local businesses and encourage residents to also shop locally to support La Quinta businesses. Please contact ED@LaQuintaCA.Gov for any COVID-19 business related questions or call the City Manager’s Office.
     
  • Great Plates Delivered: Home Meals for Seniors (“Great Plates”) program is for individuals at high risk due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Riverside County is currently accepting inquiries from the public and businesses interested in participating in the Great Plates program. For more information visit www.rcaging.org/covid-19/Great-plates-delivered-program  Eligible restaurants are being matched for meal delivery based on availability of participating restaurants in their area.
  • The City of La Quinta is working with the Greater Coachella Valley Chamber of Commerce on banners for essential businesses that are currently open during COVID-19. These banners are valid for La Quinta businesses only with a current business license. It’s one per business and is first come, first serve. Businesses can register for a banner by visiting: https://lqbiz.eventbrite.com/
  • 211 Riverside County has been selected by the County of Riverside as the designated information line for COVID-19 public inquiries. Operators are available any time to answer your questions and to provide the most up to date public health information available. Additionally, operators will help provide referrals to services such as food, shelter, and other health related requests. To speak with an operator, dial 211 OR (800) 464-1123.
     
  • To receive updates about COVID-19 information and resources straight to your phone through Nixel, text 92253 to 888-777.
     
  • City employees were recognized by Destiny Church in Indio and treated to an Employee Appreciation lunch provided by Got Polish Kielbasa@ LLC – enjoyed by all!  Thank you!!

COMMUNITY RESOURCES

  • The La Quinta Wellness Center is your resource for food distribution and general information.  Call (760) 564-0096 Monday Through Friday from 8:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m. for service.
     
  • In partnership with FIND Food Bank, the City participates in bi-weekly food site distribution at Washington Street Apartments, Hadley Villas, Coral Mountain Apartments and Wolff Waters Apartments. Staff is in communication with other sites and interested parties are encouraged to call (760) 564-0096 for more information. 
     
  • With the help from local partners, FIND Food Bank has food distribution locations at the following locations: 
    • La Quinta High School (79255 Blackhawk Way, La Quinta CA, 92253) 1st and 3rd Wednesday, 10:00am-12:00pm
    • La Quinta Community Fitness Center Park (77865 Avenida Montezuma, La Quinta CA, 92253) Seniors ages 65+ proof of age required, 1st and 3rd Friday, 8:30am-10:30am 
    • Desert Recreation District La Quinta (77865 Avenida Montezuma, La Quinta CA, 92253) 4th Saturday, 7:00am-11:00am
       
  • Contact FIND Food Bank at 760-775-3663 for more information.
     
  • The YMCA of the Desert is providing childcare to essential workers at the La Quinta Museum. YMCA staff have received required COVID-19 health & safety trainings, necessary cleaning & sanitizing supplies, and will implement new program protocols to ensure all Local, County, State, and Federal guidelines are being met. The fee for childcare services is $165 per week, drop off is 7:30am-8:00am and pick up is 5:00pm-5:30pm. Enrollment is on a first come, first served basis and space is limited. To reserve childcare contact Gail Solomon, Member Services: Family YMCA of the Desert office: (760) 341-9622 or gailsolomon@desertymca.org 
  • Riverside County Office of Education is available to provide childcare services to essential workers. To receive more information and an application for emergency childcare services contact the Riverside County Office of Education Early Care & Education at (800) 442-4927 or email cclupdates@rcoe.us
     
  • Creation Station continues to produce face shields, mask bands, and other personal protective equipment (PPE) for first responders and local hospitals. They have produced 1172 PPE components.

DESIGN AND DEVELOPMENT

  • Issued 26 business licenses and collected $3,043 in license fees.
     
  • Staff received 73 permit applications and issued 51 permits all of which were processed online through City’s eTRAKiT Web Portal, for a total construction valuation of $1,994,595 and collection of $14,807 in permit fees.
     
  • Building Division staff performed 62 digital reviews and completed 133 onsite inspections last week; of those inspections, 55 were requested using eTRAKiT.
     
  • The Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting on May 26, 2020 via teleconference. For more information or a copy of meeting agenda packet, please visit www.laquintaca.gov/Home/Components/Calendar/Event/13294/287.
     
  • For Short-Term Vacation Rentals, the online services can be accessed at laquinta.munirevs.com, and City staff is available at (760) 777-7060 or via email at vacationlq@laquintaca.gov to answer any questions.
     
  • Improvements to La Quinta City Hall are underway to prepare for reopening.  Glass safety shields have been installed at the HUB permit services area, all public counters and at the front lobby concierge.  Safety measures, physical distancing, and disinfecting protocols will be in place to ensure the safety of community members and staff at City Hall.
    Staff has been working throughout this COVID-19 pandemic and have utilized our online services for continued service.  HUB permit services are available through E-Trakit, and City staff is available at (760) 777-7125 or via email at customercenter@laquintaca.gov to answer any questions.  

FINANCE

PUBLIC WORKS/ENGINEERING

  • Complete Street Project Stage 3 Closure – see below for Stage 3 full schedule for June 1 through October 2020.

Wednesday, April 1, 2020

April 2020 News Letter

A Message For My Friends


Our hearts go out to everyone that has been impacted by Covid-19. With limits placed on public gatherings, and so many of us at home or practicing social distancing, this is reshaping our lives in ways we never dreamed of.
For real estate, we are seeing historic low mortgage rates and new buying opportunities emerging in markets across the U.S. and Canada. To provide for the needs of our communities, we have taken steps to ensure that it's easier than ever to view homes for sale from the comfort and safety of your living room. For starters, our online MLS search systems are updated continuously throughout the day with the latest new listings, prices, photos and videos of properties, ensuring you get the most up-to-date information available. From there we fast-tracked new search options to make it even easier to locate homes with detailed video walk-thru tours. We even reshaped Open Houses by rapidly expanding opportunities to locate and arrange Virtual Open Houses, allowing you the ability to arrange a tour with your family from the comfort of your home.
These are unprecedented times, and we know how important it is to have a sense of security right now. We want you to have an easy and immediate real estate experience, free from concern or hesitation. We are doing our part to ensure that your search for a home is as safe and carefree as possible.



Making A Move Easier for Children

Moving is stressful, and that stress can be compounded if you have children. If your family is set to move, you can help ease fears and anxiety by being proactive and using the tips below to make the moving process as smooth as possible for you and your children.
Young girl running down hallway of new house

Before

Helping ease the fears of children toward moving needs to start before the actual move. It's important to remember that it will take time and patience to help your kids through the moving process.
Before the move:
  • If you are able to, take your kids house hunting and let them see the neighborhoods or communities you're looking at. Allow them to tour the properties with you.
  • If you can't bring your child, take photos and make videos of the area to show them.
  • Once you've picked a property, visit the home with your kid(s) before moving day – if you can, allow them to choose their new room.
  • For younger children, get books about moving and prepare them by reading about the process together.
Including your children as much as possible can help them adjust and help them feel they have some control in the move. Make sure you encourage them to express their feelings and emphasize the importance of their feelings and that it's ok to be sad or scared if they're experiencing those emotions. Remember to share your positive feelings about the upcoming change.
Mom and young daughter eating pizza in home with packing boxes behind them

During

Once moving day arrives keep your children active or occupied to make the moving process easier. If you have family or friends who can watch your children during the move, ask for help. If not, prepare ahead of time to make the day less stressful for you and them.
During the move:
  • Let children pack – provide a box and let them pack some of the items they'd like to have in their new room.
  • Have entertainment options ready – books, coloring sheets, a tablet or phone, handheld games, anything that can help keep their attention if they have to be present on moving day.
  • Give your child a camera and let them document the day.
  • If children are older, give them tasks to keep them involved.
  • Make the day exciting by buying lunch or having special treats that kids wouldn't normally have.
  • If you have younger children (like toddlers or preschoolers), do not make the move a time to also implement other changes like potty training or transitioning from a crib to a bed.
Moving day can be hectic and stressful. Remember to keep communication lines open with children and to help them feel remembered and involved. If your child has expressed sadness or anger toward the move, encourage them to talk about it and help ease their discomfort.
Dad, Mom and daughter sitting in living room with packing boxes making funny faces and taking selfies

After

Adjusting to a new normal can take time, especially if the move is difficult for your kids. Help children become accustomed to their new home by exploring the neighborhood. Look for parks and playgrounds, check out the local library, see if there are any community centers, and join local playgroups to help your child acclimate to his/her new surroundings.
After the move:
  • Unpack your child's room first, allowing him/her to choose where to put their items and to help them feel more at home in the new house.
  • Have a picnic at the new home.
  • Stick to your old schedule as much as possible – make sure meals and bedtime are at the same time every day to help establish the new schedule.
  • Consider planning a visit back to the old neighborhood, if it's feasible.
  • Communicate with schools or childcare centers to help get teachers involved in the transition process.
  • If a child has a hard time adjusting, a family therapist can provide some helpful guidance.
Moving is rarely easy, especially for children. Be proactive and help make the move as stress-free as possible for you and your kids by planning ahead of time and keeping older children involved. Contact me david@laquintare.com or visit my website davidburke.bhhscaproperties.com for more tips on how to plan for a move and other advice when selling or buying a home.

Friday, March 27, 2020

La Quinta's New Short Term Rental Ban Covid 3/2020

EXECUTIVE ORDER NO. 7
ORDER GOVERNING ALL SHORT TERM, VACATION, HOTEL, MOTEL,
TIME-SHARE, AND SIMILAR LODGING RENTALS
FOR 30 DAYS OR LESS IN THE CITY
EFFECTIVE IMMEDIATELY
Date of Executive Order: March 26, 2020
Pursuant to Chapter 2.20 of the La Quinta Municipal Code and City Council Resolution No. EM 2020-001, the City Manager for the City of La Quinta hereby ORDERS the following:
1. This order applies to all “short-term rentals” in the City of La Quinta, which are defined to include any and all of the following: (A) “Hotels,” “group hotels,” and “time-share occupancies,” as those terms are defined in Section 3.24.020 of the La Quinta Municipal Code; (B) “Short-term vacation rental units” as defined in Section 3.25.030 of the La Quinta Municipal Code; and (C) Any other lodging areas, structures, improvements, mobile or immobile units, rooms, or enclosed spaces located within the City of La Quinta available for occupancy or occupied by a “transient” or “tenant” as defined in Sections 3.24.020 and 3.25.030 of the La Quinta Municipal Code.
2. Notwithstanding any provisions in Chapters 3.24, 3.25, or any other provisions in the La Quinta Municipal Code to the contrary, for as long as the Local Emergency relating to COVID-19 remains in place, all short-term rentals are hereby suspended, and shall not be available for use or occupancy, nor used or occupied by, any person until subsequent order from the City Manager.
OFFICE OF THE CITY MANAGER
TEL (760) 777-7100
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3. The following short-term rentals are exempt from this order:
(A) Short-term rentals providing COVID-19 mitigation and containment measures, including:
(i) Temporary lodging to protect homeless persons;
(ii) Lodging for persons who have been displaced and cannot return to their residence because there exists any of the following:
(a) A person residing at the residence that must isolate or quarantine,
(b) A higher risk of severe illness at the residence, or
(c) There is no ability for a person(s) to return to his/her/their primary or other usual place of residence due to travel restrictions or other circumstance beyond the control of the displaced person(s);
(iii) Lodging is for persons who need to isolate or quarantine themselves.
(B) Short-term rentals providing lodging for essential critical infrastructure workers or essential service workers, as described by the California Department of Public Health or the Riverside County Public Health Office, and any of the following workers: fire, police, code enforcement, and other public safety workers; health care workers who provide services relating to the COVID-19 public health emergency; and state, county, regional government, and city workers or their contract workers who are necessary to continue the operations of state and local government.
(C) Persons in a short-term rental who have an existing contract to rent the short-term rental that extends beyond the effective date of this order; provided, however, that upon the end of the existing contracted-for rental period, the persons vacate the short-term rental and return to their primary or other usual place of residence (unless prevented from returning for a reason set forth in this order).
4. Notwithstanding any provisions in Chapters 3.24, 3.25, or any other provisions in the La Quinta Municipal Code to the contrary, and to the maximum extent allowable under state
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law, any person who violates this order shall be subject to a fine of $5,000 per violation and an immediate suspension of any and all City permits that authorize the use of the short-term rental for one (1) year from the date of suspension.
5. Any and all advertising for a short-term rental shall not be inconsistet with this order for as long as this order remains in effect. This requirement shall be in addition to any other requirements for advertising a short-term rental set forth in Chapters 3.24, 3.25, or any other provisions in the La Quinta Municipal Code.
6. This order is issued to best protect the public health and welfare and follows the most recent orders and directives from the California Department of Public Health as implemented by Riverside County Public Health Office. Any subsequent order from the City Manager to remove the suspension on, and allow full use and occupancy of, short-term rentals subject to this order shall be based on further direction, if and when issued, from the California Department of Public Health or the Riverside County Public Health Officer, including any further direction on the Internet Web site for the California Department of Public Health, at: https://covid19.ca.gov/stay-home-except-for-essential-needs/ and Riverside County Public Health Office at: https://www.rivcoph.org/coronavirus, or successor Web sites established by the state department or county public health office.
7. The Assistant to the City Manager is hereby directed to coordinate, deploy, and monitor the suspension of the use and occupancy of short-term rentals, subject to this order, with notices to the public and any other reasonable means necessary or appropriate.
8. This order shall remain in effect until terminated or amended by subsequent order from the City Manager.
This Executive Order is issued because a Local Emergency, as defined in Section 2.20.020 of the La Quinta Municipal Code, has been proclaimed by the City Council of the City of La Quinta to exist due to the threat of the existence and spread of novel coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) in and
78-495 CALLE TAMPICO, LA QUINTA, CA 92253
throughout the city. All of the findings set forth in the recitals to Resolution No. EM 2020-001 adopted by the City Council are hereby incorporated by reference into this Executive Order.
This Executive Order is issued, pursuant to Sections 3, 5, and 8 of Resolution No. EM 2020-001 and Section 2.20.100, Subsections (A) and (B), of the La Quinta Municipal Code, under which the City Manager has the authority and power to issue executive orders for any matters related to the Local Emergency.
This Executive Order is issued in furtherance of the authority and power to address the Local Emergency as provided in the California Emergency Services Act, Chapter 7 (commencing with Section 8550) of Title 2 of the Government Code, and implemented by Chapter 2.20 of the La Quinta Municipal Code. Any violation of this Executive Order may be determined to be a misdemeanor and punishable by a fine or imprisonment, or both, pursuant to Section 8665 of the Government Code, Section 2.20.140 of the La Quinta Municipal Code, the provisions in this order, and any other state or city law as may be applicable.
EXECUTED BY:
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Jon McMillen, City Manager
City of La Quinta, California