CC Resolution 2006-024
RESOLUTION NO. 2006-024
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF LA QUINT A,
CALIFORNIA SUPPORTING SENATE BILL 1542
WHEREAS,motoristsare finding it more difficult to. get replacement keys or
other similar devices requiring special computer chip codes and other information
from vehicle manufacturers; and
WHEREAS, this is a growing problem because vehicle key, entry, and ignition
systems are becoming more complex and technologically advanced and vehicle
manufacturers restrict access to information needed for vehicle owners to obtain
replacement keys and regain access to and operate their vehicles; and
WHEREAS, manufacturers often only provide this information to their own
dealers, which are generally available only during regular business hours; and
WHEREAS, motorists who lose or misplace their keys can face long delays
and extra costs, sometimes even including a tow to a dealer, to replace their keys
and get moving again; and
WHEREAS, motorist safety can be threatened, especially if the motorist IS
alone after business hours or in a remote location; and
WHEREAS, existing law imposes various requirements upon manufacturers
of motor vehicles sold or leased in this state with regard to disclosing information
and providing equipment; and.
WHEREAS, S8 1542 would address the issue of limited vehiç:le key
information by ensuring that vehicle owners have access to needed information to
permit the production of replacement keys in a timely, convenient, . reliable, and
affordable manner that does. not compromise their safety or the security of the
vehicle; and
WHEREAS, S8 1542 would require vehicle manufacturers of automobiles
sold or leased in California as of January 1, 2008 to provide a secure and
convenient way for vehicle owners to access information needed to have
replacement keys made 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City of La Quinta, California, as
follows:
Resolution No. 2006-024
S8 1542 IMotorVehicle Owners
Key Information Access
Märch 20, 2006
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1. The City of La Quinta does· hereby declare a þositionof support for
Senate Bill 1 542.
2. The City of La OUinta will support any similar legislation. requlnng that
auto manufacturers make. available to consumers the key code
information on any vehicle . sold on or after· Januaiÿ1, 2008; that the
information be sufficient enough to reproduce a key to operate the
registered owner' s vehicle; .andthatthe information be made available 24
hours a day and seven days a week.
PASSED, APPROVED and ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the La Quinta
City Cbuncilheld on this 21 st day of March, 2006 i by the following vote to wit:
AYES: Council Members Henderson, Kirk, Osborne, Sniff,MayorAdolph
NOES: None
ABSÉNT: None
ABSTAIN: None
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City of La Guinta, California
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Resolution No. 2006-024
SB 1542 I Motor Vehicle Owners
Key Information Access
March 20, 2006
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APPROVED AS TO FORM:
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