Stay connected, stay informed, and stay safe with real-time updates for both emergency and non-emergency situations happening in our community. From special events to road closures and career opportunities – signing up is quick and easy.

Here’s how to sign up

• Locate the Signup Button: Scroll down on this page to find the signup button.
• Provide Your Information: You will be asked to provide information such as your phone number and address. This ensures we can send you location-specific notifications.
  – For example, if there is an evacuation at a mobile home park or a fire near your home, you will receive direct notifications.
• App for Mobile Users: Download the mobile app to receive notifications based on your location.

• Start the Signup Process: Click the signup button to begin. If you’re already registered and want to update your information or preferences, click the modify button.

Information You Will Provide

• Email Address: To receive notifications and registration information.
• Cell Phone Numbers:
  – You can include up to two numbers to receive texts and calls.
  – If you only want text messages, enter your number in the designated field.
  – If you prefer voice alerts, provide that number in the voice-only field.
• Address: To receive location-specific alerts.
• Preferred Language: Choose the language you wish to receive alerts.

Types of Notifications You Can Request

• Emergency Alerts: Receive urgent notifications about emergencies such as natural disasters, evacuations, and other critical situations.
• Non-Emergency Alerts:
  – City Council Updates: Information on council meetings, decisions, and important city policies.
  – City Hall/Facility Alerts: Updates on closures, service changes, and emergency notices for city facilities.
  – Community Engagement Opportunities: Learn about ways to participate in city programs, meetings, and initiatives.
  – Job Opportunities: Notifications about job openings with the City of El Centro.
  – Press Releases: Stay informed on official city news and announcements.
  – Road Closures & Route Changes: Alerts on road work, detours, and traffic disruptions.
• Special Event Updates: Information about upcoming city events and activities.
• Weather Alerts:
  – Provided by a third-party service.
  – Option to receive calls for weather alerts.

Final Steps

• Once you have signed up, you will receive an email with a link to verify your account.

• That’s it – you’re all set to stay informed!

Security Assurance

We will only ask for the information required on the signup page – nothing more. We will never request sensitive details like your social security number or bank information. Unfortunately, scammers may attempt to gather personal information, but your security is our priority.

Need Assistance?

If you have any questions or issues signing up, please email: publicinfo@cityofelcentro.org

Thank you for taking the time to sign up and stay connected with the City of El Centro.