Imperial County public meetings in 2022

City Council

The City Council will declare the results of the November 8, 2022, General Municipal Election and administer oaths of office to elected officials. The body will also select a Mayor and Mayor Pro Tempore for 2023 and reorganize the Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency Board.

• Agreement between Flock Group INC. and the City of Imperial
• Adoption of 2022 California Building Codes (Ordinance No. 823)
• Approval of Final Map for Victoria Ranch Unit 4B
• Continued emergency action of resolution No. 2022-60 for HWY 86 and Aten Rd.
• Selection of Mayor and Mayor Pro Tempore for 2023

City Council

The City Council will convene for a special meeting. The session includes a closed session to discuss one case regarding public employee discipline, dismissal, or release.

• Closed session regarding one case of public employee discipline/dismissal/release

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings to decide on two conditional use permits. The body will consider requests for an off-road vehicle accessory business and a trucking storage facility.

• Amendment to Conditional Use Permit 20-05 for Dunes 2 Dezert at 408 E. 2nd Street for off-road accessories retail and installation
• Conditional Use Permit 22-02 for Dennise Chavez for a trucking storage facility at 426 E. 4th Street
• Approval of meeting minutes from October 26, 2022 and November 9, 2022

City Council

The City Council will discuss several infrastructure and community projects, including road rehabilitation and park improvements. The body is also considering the establishment of a public art program and a community grant program.

• Authorization for $910,000 to beautify HWY 86 between 2nd and 15th Street
• Proposed improvements to Sunset Park not to exceed $150,000
• Purchase of a submersible pump for the Waste Water Treatment Plant up to $60,000
• Engineering design contracts for Aten Blvd. totaling $57,774
• Introduction of Ordinance No. 823 to adopt 2022 California Building Codes

City Council

The City Council is meeting to declare an emergency for a water line leak and sinkhole at Wall Road. The body will also discuss continuing emergency repairs to sewer suction lines and supporting a new reservoir project.

• Resolution 2022-71: Declaring an emergency for a water line leak and sinkhole at Wall Road
• Continuation of emergency action (Resolution 2022-60) for suction line repairs at Hwy 86 & Aten Road
• Resolution 2022-72: Support for Imperial Irrigation District's upstream operation reservoir project application
• Closed session regarding existing litigation (Case Number 4A2210BMYH5-0001)
• Closed session for City Manager performance evaluation

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is holding a public hearing to decide on a Conditional Use Permit for ALVA Collectives. The proposal would allow a cosmetology educational facility to operate within the existing Fitness Oasis Health Club and Spa.

• Conditional Use Permit 22-07 for ALVA Collectives at 504 W. Aten Road
• Proposed operation of a cosmetology educational facility
• Resolution No. PC2022-11 for permit approval

City Council

The City Council will discuss a staffing agreement with MuniTemps and a funding application for the Aten Boulevard Rehabilitation Project. The body is also reviewing several equipment purchases and the termination of previous emergency declarations.

• Agreement with MuniTemps Municipal Staffing Solutions for six months not to exceed $191,000.00
• Funding application for the Aten Boulevard Rehabilitation Project via the FY 2025-2026 STBG Program
• Purchase of two influent meters for the Wastewater Treatment Plant for $14,959.21 plus fees and labor
• Bulk purchase of crack sealer for street maintenance for $36,342.00
• Purchase of Vactor Truck parts not to exceed $30,000.00

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings to decide on a street abandonment and two conditional use permits. The body is reviewing a request to vacate a portion of O Street to facilitate the construction of a two-phase industrial park.

• Proposed abandonment of O Street between 12th Street and 13th Street (Resolution No. PC2022-08)
• Conditional Use Permit 22-05 for VelRom Collision auto repair shop and paint booth at 408 E. 2nd Street
• Conditional Use Permit 22-06 for Donohue Painting powder coating oven facility at 608 E. 2nd Street
• Approval of Planning Commission Meeting Minutes for September 27, 2022

City Council

The City Council will discuss purchasing playground and fitness equipment for Deputy Anthony Redondo Memorial Park. The body will also consider a labor compliance contract and updates to the public library's code of conduct.

• Purchase of inclusive playground, fitness equipment, and shades from Game Time not to exceed $150,000.00
• Labor Compliance Consultants of Southern California contract for Clearwell project not to exceed $13,200.00
• Adoption of Resolution 2022-67 for the Imperial Public Library patron code of conduct
• Lease extension with Imperial Ag LLC
• Discussion of La Brucherie Widening and Northpointe Development projects

City Council

The City Council will discuss a zone change from single family to planned unit development for Victoria Ranch. The body is also considering a time extension for Encanto Estates and the sale of right-of-way land on Imperial Avenue.

• Ordinance No. 822: Zone change from R-1 to PUD for Victoria Ranch
• Resolution 2022-62: Two-year time extension for Encanto Estates vesting tentative tract map
• Resolution 2022-65: Sale of approximately 20,000 square feet of right of way on Imperial Avenue to 5th Street Development, LLC
• Closed session regarding price and terms for property APN: 064-315-013 with Precept Wireless Consultants
• Rejection of Claim Case 3038286 JBV

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is holding a continued public hearing to decide on a Conditional Use Permit for Quality Dismantling. The proposal involves operating an auto dismantling and towing facility at 601 E. Barioni Boulevard.

• Conditional Use Permit (CUP 22-01) for Quality Dismantling at 601 E. Barioni Boulevard
• Proposed Resolution No. PC2022-07 to approve the auto dismantling and towing business
• Approval of Planning Commission Meeting Minutes for September 14, 2022

City Council

The City Council is meeting to decide on a zone change for the Victoria Ranch specific plan and the completion of the 2nd Street rehabilitation project. The body will also review emergency utility repairs and several service contracts.

• Ordinance No. 822 to change zoning from R-1 (Single Family) to PUD (Planned Unit Development) for Victoria Ranch
• Acceptance of work and balancing change order for 2nd Street rehabilitation from old SR-86 to “P” street
• Authorization for repairs to 6th Street Apartments not to exceed $80,000.00
• Enterprise Fleet Management Agreement not to exceed $114,000.00 for FY 2022-2023
• Resolution 2022-61 to adopt an Abusive Conduct Policy

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission and Traffic Commission are meeting to discuss and recommend mitigation measures for traffic concerns at Victoria Terrazas, Saddleback Drive, and Meadowbrook Drive in the Mayfield subdivision.

• Traffic mitigation for Victoria Terrazas, Saddleback Drive, and Meadowbrook Drive

City Council

The City Council is convening for a special meeting primarily to conduct closed session business. The open session includes public appearances and standard procedural items.

• Closed session: Conference with legal counsel regarding three potential litigation cases
• Closed session: Performance evaluation for the City Manager

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to decide on a Conditional Use Permit for Quality Dismantling to operate an auto dismantling and towing facility. The body will also discuss appointing representatives to three city committees.

• Conditional Use Permit (CUP 22-01) for auto dismantling and towing at 601 E. Barioni Boulevard
• Appointment of representatives to the Imperial Arts District Committee
• Appointment of representatives to Friends of Imperial Parks
• Appointment of representatives to an Ad Hoc Committee
• Approval of Planning Commission meeting minutes from August 10, 2022

City Council

The City Council will meet to discuss personnel reclassifications, service contracts, and land subdivision. The body is also deciding on the cancellation of the September 7 regular meeting and the continuation of a public hearing for the Victoria Ranch Specific Plan.

• Approval of final map and subdivision agreement for Morning Star Subdivision Unit 1B
• Reclassification of two part-time Literacy Coordinator positions to one full-time position for $10,739.35
• Contract award for labor compliance consulting for La Brucherie Road Widening Project to Labor Compliance Consultants of Southern California LLC
• Purchase of a one-year Hach maintenance service agreement for water and wastewater plant controllers
• Closed session regarding property APN: 063-054-038 north of Belford Road and west of SR-86

City Council

The City Council is meeting to decide on several infrastructure and public safety agreements. Key items include a multi-million dollar water treatment contract and a school resource officer agreement with the Imperial Unified School District.

• Award Bid #2022-05 to Pyramid Building & Engineering Inc. for $6,060,623.00 for Clearwell Pump Station Replacement & GAC Treatment Expansion
• Approval of School Resource Officer Agreement with Imperial Unified School District for 2022/2023
• Authorization to seek bids for Savanna Ranch Park Improvements
• Approval of MOU with City of El Centro for Cal Fire I.V. Urban Forest Tree Grant to receive 85 trees
• Authorization to apply for CPRS California Statewide Education and Funding Initiative Grant for Dep. Anthony Redondo Memorial Park

City Council

The City Council is meeting in a special closed session to discuss real property negotiations and legal matters. The session includes discussions on two specific land parcels and a potential litigation case.

• Negotiations for vacant parcel APN: 063-054-038 north of Belford Road and west of SR-86
• Negotiations with Imperial Irrigation District regarding Dahlia Drain between Imperial Avenue and Ralph Road
• Conference with legal counsel regarding one potential litigation case
• Performance evaluation of the City Manager

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will meet to appoint a Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson for the 2022-2023 fiscal year. The body will also review meeting minutes from July 13 and July 27, 2022.

• Appointment of Chairperson for Fiscal Year 2022-2023
• Appointment of Vice-Chairperson for Fiscal Year 2022-2023
• Approval of Planning Commission Meeting Minutes for July 13, 2022
• Approval of Planning Commission Meeting Minutes for July 27, 2022

City Council

The City Council will meet to discuss real property negotiations and potential litigation in closed session. In open session, the body will consider contracts for web development and a new dump trailer, as well as labor compliance for a road project.

• Purchase of a 2022 Hydraulic Dump Trailer for the Parks Department not to exceed $16,000.00
• One-year agreement with Code Exxperts for web development services totaling $17,280.00
• Labor Compliance Consulting Service for La Brucherie Rd Widening Project
• Closed session negotiations for vacant parcel APN: 063-054-038 (North of Belford Road and West of SR-86)
• Closed session lease and price negotiations with C.B.M. Ginning Company, Inc.

The Imperial City Council, with three members present and two absent, approved all action items: purchase of a 2022 hydraulic dump trailer for the Parks Department (not to exceed $16,000), a one-year web development agreement with Code Exxperts ($17,280 annually), and ratification of a support letter for Innercare's PACE facility application. The consent agenda (minutes, treasurer's report, surplus tractor, labor compliance consulting) was also approved 3-0. Closed session included real property negotiations and anticipated litigation with no reportable action on litigation.

• Approved purchase of 2022 hydraulic dump trailer, not to exceed $16,000 (3-0)
• Approved one-year web development agreement with Code Exxperts, $17,280 annually (3-0)
• Ratified letter supporting Innercare's PACE facility application (3-0)
• Approved consent agenda: July 20 minutes, treasurer's report, surplus tractor, labor compliance consulting (3-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is reviewing a conditional use permit for Saltcedar BBQ to allow live entertainment and the sale of alcohol. The body is also considering a specific plan amendment and zone change for the Victoria Ranch project.

• Conditional Use Permit (CUP 22-03) for alcohol sales and live entertainment at Saltcedar BBQ (297 S. Imperial Avenue)
• Resolution No. PC2022-06 regarding Victoria Ranch Specific Plan amendment, PUD zone change, and Unit 4B tentative tract map revision (APN # 044-220-105)
• Approval of Planning Commission meeting minutes from July 13, 2022

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings on annual assessments for landscape and lighting maintenance districts. The body is also deciding on a water service extension and awarding a construction contract for the La Brucherie widening project.

• Award construction contract to Rove Engineering, Inc. for La Brucherie widening project from Aten Blvd to Threshill Rd
• Public hearings for annual assessments for Imperial landscape maintenance districts No. 1 and No. 2
• Public hearing for annual assessments for Imperial lighting maintenance district No. 1
• Proposed extension of water service to 2670 Nane Road (APN 064-020-0020)
• Approval to surplus a 2004 Dodge Ram 2500 Service Body Work Truck

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings to decide on two Conditional Use Permits. These include a request for a height exception for a residential storage shed and a request for alcohol sales and live entertainment at a local restaurant.

• CUP 22-04: Proposed 18-foot accessory structure at 253 W. Puerto Escondido Drive
• CUP 22-03: Onsite sale of alcohol and live entertainment at Saltcedar BBQ, 297 S. Imperial Avenue
• Approval of Planning Commission Meeting Minutes for March 23rd, 2022

City Council

The City Council will consider supporting the Imperial County Lithium Valley Economic Opportunity Investment Plan. The body is also deciding on the allocation of $100,000 in COPS funding and levying special taxes for six Community Facilities Districts.

• Support for Imperial County Lithium Valley Economic Opportunity Investment Plan
• Allocation of $100,000 for Fiscal Year 2021-2022 Citizens Options for Public Safety (COPS) funding
• Levying special taxes for CFDs 2004-1, 2004-2, 2004-3, 2005-1, 2006-1, and 2006-2
• 2nd Amendment to Chief of Police Contract
• Appointment of two members to the Imperial Public Library Board of Trustees

City Council

The City Council is meeting to decide on the municipal budget for fiscal year 2022-2023 and the associated appropriations limit. The body will also discuss resolutions for the November 8, 2022, general election, including a potential ballot measure to increase the transient occupancy tax.

• Adoption of FY 2022-2023 municipal budget and an appropriations limit of $20,489,133
• Proposed ballot measure to increase transient occupancy tax from 8% to 12%
• Authorization to purchase water reservoir valve repair parts for $15,536.42
• Authorization for wastewater discharge canal equipment rental not to exceed $15,000
• Purchase of water treatment plant chemicals for $12,048.75

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding CDBG-CV 1 public facilities improvements at Eager Park. The body is also deciding on funding for park lighting and bike lane design services, and will schedule a special meeting to discuss the FY 22-23 municipal budget.

• Public hearing for Eager Park improvements including materials purchase not to exceed $33,491.00
• Purchase of retrofit LED lighting for Evans Park T-ball field for $42,400.00
• Contract amendment with Dynamic Consulting Engineers, Inc. for Aten Blvd Class II bike lane design for $24,900.00
• Resolutions for annual levies for Imperial Landscape Maintenance District No. 2 (Sky Ranch and Paseo Del Sol/Wildflower)
• Scheduling of special meeting regarding FY 22-23 municipal budget

The Imperial City Council approved the consent agenda, including minutes and resolutions for maintenance districts, and approved a resolution for Eager Park improvements using CDBG funds not to exceed $33,491. They also approved purchasing LED lighting for Evans Park T-ball field for $42,400 under Prop 68, and scheduled a special meeting for June 29 to discuss the budget.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes and maintenance district resolutions (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-35 for Eager Park improvements up to $33,491 (5-0)
• Approved $42,400 for LED lighting at Evans Park T-ball field (5-0)
• Scheduled special meeting June 29, 2022 at 5:00 PM for Municipal Budget

City Council

The City Council will conduct a special work session to review the proposed municipal budget for fiscal year 2022-2023. This session is for discussion and providing direction to staff; no formal action will be taken during this meeting.

• Proposed FY 2022-2023 Revenues: $14,008,088
• Proposed FY 2022-2023 Expenditures: $14,018,992
• Proposed Fund Balance: $31,353.00
• Closed session regarding one potential litigation case
• Closed session for City Manager performance evaluation

The Imperial City Council met in a special session that included a closed session and a budget work session. No formal decisions were made; the closed session discussion on potential litigation took no action, and the city manager performance evaluation was not finalized. The budget work session was discussion only, with council members giving recommendations for the FY 2022/2023 budget.

• Closed session: potential litigation discussed, no action taken
• City manager performance evaluation not finalized
• Budget work session: discussion only, no action taken

City Council

The City Council is considering Ordinance 815 to increase the number of all-exclusive cannabis permits from one to two, with the second permit limited to cultivation and manufacturing. The body is also voting on street maintenance, police equipment, and various city ordinances.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 815 regarding medical and adult use cannabis permits
• Purchase of 30 Glock 9mm handguns and accessories for $20,981.00
• Construction management contract for shop tank recoating awarded to Albert Webb and Associates for $54,580.00
• Purchase of crack seal for street maintenance for $33,571.00
• Purchase of wastewater lift station maintenance materials not to exceed $40,000

City Council

The City Council held a special work session to review the draft FY 22-23 budget. Staff presented an overview, and council gave direction on items to include. No formal action was taken; a follow-up special meeting was scheduled for June 15, 2022.

• Scheduled special meeting for June 15, 2022 to review budget further
• Provided direction on items for FY 22-23 budget (no formal vote)

City Council

The City Council adopted Ordinance 815 amending medical and adult-use cannabis regulations, with a 4-1 vote (Amparano dissenting). The council also approved consent items including second readings of Ordinances 820 and 821, and authorized police equipment purchases and a construction management contract.

• Adopted Ordinance 815 amending cannabis regulations (4-1)
• Approved consent agenda including second reading of Ordinance 820 (camping/storage) and Ordinance 821 (mobile billboards) (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-24 approving SB-1 road repair project list (5-0)
• Accepted Paseo del Sol workout feature as complete and authorized notice of completion (5-0)
• Authorized purchase of 30 Glock 9mm handguns and support items for $20,981 (5-0)
• Awarded construction management contract to Albert Webb Associates/CSI Services for $54,580 (5-0)

City Council

The City Council unanimously approved the consent agenda and several action items, including adopting an urgency ordinance (816) and introducing ordinance 817 to amend fireworks regulations, both aimed at illegal fireworks. They also authorized two encroachment permits for the Morning Star Subdivision, approved $35,000 for park amenities, and declared library shelving as surplus.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes, claims, and resolutions (5-0)
• Authorized encroachment permit A-2021-0053 for new discharge inlet (5-0)
• Authorized encroachment permit A-2022-003 for surface improvements over Dahlia Lateral 8 (5-0)
• Approved $35,000 purchase of picnic tables and benches for Savanna Ranch and Victoria Parks (5-0)
• Adopted urgency Ordinance 816 amending fireworks use and possession (5-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 817 by first reading to amend fireworks regulations (5-0)
• Declared library shelving as surplus and authorized sale/disposal (5-0)

City Council

The City Council approved the disbursement of $734,953 in American Rescue Plan funds for a high-capacity wireless network, outdoor camera system, and demarcation point. The council also approved a $21,085.48 utility billing software maintenance fee, adopted the SR 86 Improvement Project Vision Blueprint conceptual plan, and directed staff to return with more information on the Wildflower North retention basin wall fence replacement. All votes were 4-0 with Councilmember Dale absent.

• Approved $734,953 ARPA-funded wireless broadband infrastructure project (4-0)
• Approved $21,085.48 utility billing software annual maintenance fee (4-0)
• Adopted SR 86 Improvement Project Vision Blueprint conceptual plan (4-0)
• Directed staff to bring back two bids for block wall and chain link fence replacement (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes and treasurer's reports (4-0)

City Council

The Imperial City Council will hold a closed session on anticipated litigation and a City Attorney appointment, then reconvene in open session to vote on consent items and action items. Key decisions include joining the nationwide opioid settlement with the State of California and U.S. Department of Justice, approving a five-year lease with Canon Solutions America for printers and plotters, declaring a police vehicle surplus, purchasing two Motorola radios for up to $14,000, and accepting work on sewer manholes on 2nd Street.

• Approve participation in Distributor and Janssen Opioid Settlement with State of California and U.S. DOJ
• Approve 5-year lease contract with Canon Solutions America for printer and plotter
• Declare Imperial Police Department vehicle as surplus and authorize sale/salvage
• Purchase two Motorola APX 6000 radios not to exceed $14,000
• Approve balancing change order and accept work for sewer manhole replacement on 2nd Street between SR 86 and P Street

The City Council approved the consent agenda as amended, including a 5-year Canon printer lease, purchase of two Motorola radios, and participation in opioid settlements. It declared an Imperial Police Department vehicle surplus and authorized its sale/salvage. The council also approved a balancing change order, accepted completed work, and authorized filing a notice of completion for sewer manhole replacements on 2nd Street.

• Approved consent agenda as amended (5-0)
• Declared Imperial Police Department vehicle surplus (5-0)
• Authorized sale/salvage of surplus vehicle (5-0)
• Approved balancing change order, accepted work, authorized notice of completion for sewer manholes (5-0)

City Council

The City Council and Planning Commission held a joint special meeting and adopted the Sixth Housing Element Cycle for 2021-2029. The Planning Commission recommended approval (4-0), and the City Council approved Resolution No. 2022-16 (4-0). The element addresses the city's RHNA allocation of 1,601 housing units across income levels.

• Planning Commission approved Resolution PC No. 2022-01 recommending adoption of the Housing Element (4-0)
• City Council approved Resolution No. 2022-16 adopting the Sixth Housing Element Cycle 2021-2029 (4-0)

City Council

The City Council approved the consent agenda (claims, minutes, labor compliance services) and three action items: VFD repair at a booster pump (up to $39,000), water reservoir valve repairs (up to $11,000), and cybersecurity infrastructure purchase. A discussion on park vandalism resulted in no action.

• Approved consent agenda including claims, minutes, and labor compliance services (5-0)
• Approved VFD repair/replacement on booster pump up to $39,000 (5-0)
• Approved water reservoir valve repairs up to $11,000 (5-0)
• Approved cybersecurity infrastructure purchase (5-0)
• Discussed park vandalism; no action taken

City Council

The Imperial City Council and Planning Commission are holding a special joint meeting to consider adopting the Sixth Housing Element Cycle 2021-2029, a state-required plan for housing development. The agenda includes a public hearing and two resolutions: one from the Planning Commission recommending adoption and one from the City Council to formally adopt the document. The Housing Element outlines goals, policies, and programs to address housing needs for all income groups and includes an environmental review finding it exempt from CEQA.

• Adoption of Resolution No. 2022-16 for the Sixth Housing Element Cycle 2021-2029
• Adoption of Resolution PC No. 2022-01 recommending City Council adoption
• Public hearing on the Housing Element update
• Housing Element covers October 15, 2021 to October 15, 2029
• CEQA exemption under Section 15061(b)(3)

City Council

The Imperial City Council approved a five-year OpenGov budget and planning services agreement not to exceed $169,730, adopted the 2020 Urban Water Management Plan and Water Shortage Contingency Plan (3-1), and passed four resolutions calling for a special election on June 7, 2022, regarding whether the City Clerk should be appointed or elected. The council also approved several grant applications, a surplus land declaration, engineering services, playground equipment purchases, and the successor agency's ROPS submittal. All other actions were approved unanimously (4-0) except the water plan, which had one no vote.

• Approved OpenGov budget and planning services agreement, 5-year term, not to exceed $169,730 (4-0)
• Adopted 2020 Urban Water Management Plan and Water Shortage Contingency Plan (3-1)
• Approved resolutions calling for special election on June 7, 2022, on City Clerk appointment/election (4-0)
• Authorized grant applications for Rural Recreation and Tourism Program (Townsite Park and SR 86 projects) (4-0)
• Authorized Clean California Grant Program application for SR 86 Improvement Project (4-0)
• Declared surplus land at Hwy 86 and Belford Road (4-0)
• Approved Webb Associates engineering and construction services for filter complex pipe corrosion project, $26,960 (4-0)
• Approved replacement playground equipment for Sunset and Joshua Parks, $17,714.81 (4-0)

City Council

The Imperial City Council will consider approving a five-year, $169,730 contract with OpenGov for budget and planning services, and will also vote on resolutions calling for a special municipal election on June 7, 2022, regarding the City Clerk position. Other action items include grant applications for park and highway projects, declaring surplus land, and adopting water management plans. The meeting includes a closed session for anticipated litigation and real property negotiations.

• Contract with OpenGov, Inc. for budget and planning services, $169,730 over five years
• Resolutions calling for special municipal election on June 7, 2022, on City Clerk question
• Grant applications for Townsite Park and SR 86 Improvement projects
• Declaring property at Hwy 86 and Belford Road as surplus land
• Purchase of playground equipment for Sunset and Joshua Parks, $17,714.81