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September 2, 2025
CASE NUMBER
Special Event Permit 2025-0007
ACTIVITY/EVENT
La Quinta High School Homecoming Parade
October 1, 2025, from 5.30pm - 6.30pm
78-100 Main Street
La Quinta, CA 92253 (Old Town)
APPI IrAWT
Serina Strange, Ed.D.
79-255 Blackhawk Way
La Quinta, CA 92253
APPROVAL
The Design and Development Department has reviewed Special Event Permit 2025-0007,
pursuant to LQMC Section 9.100.130 (Special Events — Nonresidential), and has approved the
permit subject to Conditions of Approval, based on the following Findings -
A. The event will not be detrimental to the health, safety and general welfare of the
community in the area of the proposed event.
B. There is adequate area to conduct the event and to accommodate the anticipated
attendance.
C. Sufficient parking will be provided for the anticipated attendance.
D. Food service operations, medical facilities, solid waste facilities, sewage disposal
methods and potable water service have been provided.
E. Fire protection plans and facilities have been provided to the satisfaction of the fire
marshal. Fire Conditions of Approval are attached.
F. Security plans and facilities have been provided to the satisfaction of the sheriff.
G. Public roadways providing access to the event are capable of accommodating the
anticipated traffic volumes in a reasonable and safe manner with minimal disruption to
local traffic circulation.
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CALIFORNIA This approval authorizes the applicant to conduct the event pursuant to compliance with all
conditions of approval of this permit. The applicant must obtain any permits, as may be required
below, in order to physically set up the event.
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL
ComDletion/confirmation Drior to start of the event -
The outdoor event is approved for October 1, 2025, from 5.30pm — 6:30pm.
2. The applicant shall obtain all other applicable permits, if required, from the
appropriate agencies (i.e. Fire, Building Department, Public Works, Sheriff's
Department, etc.).
3. Individual or grouped together temporary tent structures will require separate
permitting with the building division if they are more than 400 square feet with
enclosure walls or 700 square feet open on all sides. If Temporary electrical
installations such as generators or feeders/branch circuits are to be erected or
installed will require separate permitting with the building division.
4. The applicant shall obtain an encroachment permit for any off -site signs and traffic
controls placed within the City's right-of-way. Traffic control plans shall be submitted
and consistent with the Traffic Control Plan attached and on file. Please contact Amy
Yu at (760) 777-7047 to coordinate permit information.
5. The City of La Quinta library is open until 7:00pm on Wednesdays. The library
manager shall be notified of the event in advance so they can make patrons aware
of the limited parking that will be available during the event. Please contact Sara
DeLaCruz the Library Manager directly by calling (760) 564-4767 or by email at
sara.delacruz(aD_rivlib.net .
6. All vendors shall obtain a City Business License.
7. Tents larger than 400 square feet require a separate permit application to the Office
of the Fire Marshal.
8. Fireworks require a separate application to the Office of the Fire Marshal for permit.
9. The approved traffic closure plan shall always be adhered to. The re -opening of the
closed parade route roadway shall not begin until all parade participants have
completed the route. Exception- A coordinated effort between law enforcement and
traffic control personnel may enable a progressive reopening of the roadway as the
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end of the procession moves along the route. Please contact Riverside County
Sheriff’s Deputy Damian Ruiz for traffic coordination at (760)863-8990 and or by
email at dcruiz@riversidesheriff.org
10. Please see the attached Fire Conditions of Approval from the Office of the Fire
Marshal.
Completion/confirmation during the event:
11. The event will not be detrimental to the health, safety, and general welfare of the
community in the area of the proposed event.
12. The set-up and operation of the event shall be consistent with the attached exhibits
and event information on file.
13. Security personnel shall be easily identifiable to the public by the provision of
uniformed personnel. All designated private security personnel must be licensed by
the State of California and possess a valid private security license.
14. Certain areas providing access to the event area are public and, as such, general
public access may not be denied or restricted in any manner that extends beyond
the limits of this event as approved.
15. The applicant shall conform to the City’s Noise Ordinance (Municipal Code Section
9.100.210) and specifically the following noise limitations during the event:
A. Before 10:00pm: Sixty-five decibels (65 dB(A))
B. After 10:00pm: Fifty decibels (50 dB(A))
If the noise consists entirely of impact noise, speech or music, or any
combination thereof, each of the noise levels specific above shall be reduced
by five dB(A).
16. Portable generators shall be shielded to prevent accidental contact with guests and
may require a Special Inspection from the Building Department. Extension cords
shall be ground-secured to prevent tripping. Any lighting shall be directed away from
surrounding roadways and surrounding residential properties. No spot or
searchlights are permitted.
17. Surrounding roadways and intersections shall remain readily accessible for passage
of emergency response vehicles and private vehicles. There shall be no queuing of
vehicles along all surrounding roads for the purposes of dropping off for, picking up
for, or entering the event.
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18. Roadways/traffic aisles to structures and activities in and around the event will be
maintained accessible to emergency vehicles at all times. Parking monitors shall
wear light-colored clothing and reflective vests as needed. Flashlights shall be used
after dusk.
19. The event is subject to spot inspections by the Police Department and/or City staff to
ensure compliance with the conditions of this letter.
20. Smoking shall not be permitted in any tent or canopy or in any adjacent area where
hay, sawdust or any other combustible materials are stored or used unless approved
by the fire inspector. NO SMOKING signs shall be posted in all tents and canopies.
21. All tent and temporary member plans shall meet the requirements of the California
Fire Code.
22. No fireworks, or open flame, or any other device emitting flame or fire or creating a
glow capable of igniting combustibles shall be permitted.
23. All motor vehicles shall be parked in designated parking areas. Designated Fire
Lanes are to be kept open with minimum of 20 feet unobstructed access at all times.
Fire lanes shall be clearly outlined in an approved manner throughout the event
grounds by posting "NO PARKING FIRE LANE".
24. No fire -lanes, fire hydrants or any other Fire Department appliances shall be blocked
or obstructed.
Completion/confirmation after the conclusion of the event (if necessary):
25. The event sites used shall be left clean and in its original manner after the event.
Temporary trash receptacles shall be provided in and around the event areas. All
event areas shall be left free of debris at the end of each day's activities, and after
the event concludes.
26. Any damage to public hardscape caused by this event shall be repaired as directed
by the City Engineer. This includes but is not limited to sidewalks, curb and gutter,
landscaping, and pavement especially within the surrounding public streets.
FINAL ACKNOWLEDGEMENT/CONTACT INFORMATION
By holding this outdoor event, the applicant agrees to indemnify, defend and hold harmless the
City of La Quinta ("the City"), its agents, officers and employees from any claim, action or
proceeding to attack, set aside, void, or annul the approval of this temporary use permit. The
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City of La Quinta shall have sole discretion in selecting its defense counsel. The City shall
promptly notify the applicant of any claim, action or preceding and shall cooperate fully in the
defense.
The City may elect to add Conditions to this application request to mitigate any problems that
arise not previously addressed herein.
Jack Lima
Assistant Planner
Design and Development Department
Attachment: Fire Department Conditions of Approval, Approved Parade Route Site Plan, Traffic
Control Plan, and La Quinta High School Event Description
Cc: Cheri Flores, Interim Design and Development Director
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OFFICE OF THE FIRE MARSHAL — LA QUINTA—CALIFORNIA-
78495 Calle Tampico, La Quinta, CA 92253 • Phone (760) 777-7000
• www.rvcfire.org
August 1, 2025
DESERT SANDS UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT
LA QUINTA HIGH SCHOOL
79255 BLACKHAWK WY
LA QUINTA, CA 92253
serina.strange@desertsands.us
Re: Fire Review of Parade Procession — LA QUINTA HIGH SCHOOL HOMECOMING PARADE
SPEV2025-0007 / OLD TOWN LA QUINTA - 78100 MAIN ST, LA QUINTA
DATE S / TIME(S): 10/01/2025 5:OOPM TO 6:30PM
DESCRIPTION: La Quinta High School — Homecoming Parade — Marching, and minor trailered floats
The Parade plans you submitted for the above referenced project have been reviewed by Riverside County
Fire Department - Office of the Fire Marshal personnel and are approved with the following conditions.
1. All parade entries must comply with basic safety and fire regulations. Decorative material on parade
floats shall be noncombustible or flame retardant. Motorized parade floats shall be provided with a
minimum 2A1 OBC rated portable fire extinguisher readily accessible to the operator.
2. All vehicles participating in the parade must have a valid DMV registration permit. All parade vehicles
shall comply with the 5 MPH speed limit while driving the parade route.
3. Fireworks, pyrotechnics or fire performers shall require an additional permit and approval.
4. The approved traffic closure plan shall always be adhered to. The re -opening of the closed parade route
roadway shall not begin until all parade participants have completed the route. *Exception: A
coordinated effort with Law Enforcement and traffic control personnel may perform a progressive
roadway reopening as the final end of the procession progresses along the route.
5. FIRE INSPECTION - Prior to this Special Event, you must be cleared by the Fire Department by way
of a Pre -Event Fire Safety Inspection.
All questions regarding the meaning of these conditions should be referred to the Office of the Fire Marshal
staff at (760)777-7074 or via email at firespecialist(a�,laquintaca.gov.
Lucero Ifiiguez - Fire Safety Specialist
Lucero. iniguez@,fire. ca. gov
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July 14, 2025
Dear City of La Quinta,
La Quinta High School is looking forward to holding our annual Homecoming Parade. The route
will run through the heart of Old Town. Parade participants plan to line up at 5 PM in front of
the library. We would like to hold our parade on Wednesday, October 1, 2025. We will begin the
parade at 5:30 pm and finish at 6:30 pm.
La Quintal High School will collaborate with Tops N' Barricades to secure barricades and
signage for traffic control to ensure the safety of the parade performers and guests. We
anticipate approximately 500 guests in attendance.
La Quinta High School will provide a traffic control plan and all other permit requests. We will
be mindful of the noise level. The sounds will be minimal, with the loudest sounds coming from
band performers. We will also use some portable speakers, but they are mild and do not put out
disruptive or long -ranged sounds.
We will be reaching out to La Quinta schools and community organizations to participate in
this event. Participants from various stakeholders will be a strong representation of this great
city.
Respectfully,
Serina Strange, Ed.D