Traffic cops honored for safety fair, rodeo

The La Quinta Police Department's Traffic Services Team was awarded the Palm Desert Chamber of Commerce's Service to Youth — Group Award last month, city officials said.

The agency is scheduled to honor the team at an awards ceremony scheduled for Nov. 24.

The team is being recognized for its work in hosting the first ever La Quinta Police Bicycle Rodeo and Traffic Safety Fair in May.

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Mariecar Mendoza

Tennis courts closed for construction

Two tennis courts at the Fritz Burns Park are temporarily closed for utility work associated with the new Village Fire Station construction, city officials said.

The northeast court will be unavailable due to the location of the construction fence for the project, and the southeast court will be available only during the day because it will not have lighting.

It is unknown how long the tennis courts will be affected, city officials said.

Information: (760) 777-7000

Mariecar Mendoza

Dog park closed for overseeding

The dog park at Fritz Burns Park is closed for overseeding and sod replacement, city officials announced last week.

The dog facilities at Fritz Burns Park are expected to be available again during the last week of November.

In the meantime, city officials advise dog owners to use the dog park at Pioneer Park, 45-130 Seeley Drive, which reopened Oct. 30.

Information: (760) 777-7000

Mariecar Mendoza