City of El Centro
Press Releases
El Centro Public Library Launches Summer Reading Program with Wild Wonders
El Centro, CA., June 10, 2025: The El Centro Public Library is kicking off its annual Summer Reading Program on Wednesday, June 11, at 11 a.m. with a special appearance by Wild Wonders, an interactive wildlife show featuring exotic animals and educational commentary....
City of El Centro Parks & Recreation Launches “Rockstar Rec on Wheels” Summer-Fall Tour
El Centro, CA., June 3, 2025: The City of El Centro Parks and Recreation Division is rolling out a high-energy mobile recreation experience this summer and fall with the “Rockstar Rec on Wheels.” The program brings free-themed activities to neighborhood parks,...
City of El Centro Library Director Elected Vice Chair of Serra Cooperative Library System
El Centro, CA., June 2, 2025: The City of El Centro is proud to announce that Library Director Carla Mason has been elected vice chair of the Serra Cooperative Library System, a regional network of public libraries serving Imperial and San Diego counties. The Serra...
City of El Centro to Host Downtown Town Hall at Old Post Office Pavilion
El Centro, CA. - May 28, 2025: The City of El Centro invites the public to a Downtown Town Hall meeting on Tuesday, June 10, at 9 a.m. at the Old Post Office Pavilion, located at 230 S. 5th Street. The meeting is hosted by the Community Development Department and...
El Centro Police Chief Robert Sawyer Appointed Acting City Manager as Recruitment Continues
EL CENTRO, Calif. - May 24, 2025 - The City of El Centro announced Friday that Police Chief Robert Sawyer will serve as acting city manager following the departure of Interim City Manager Daniel Paramo on May 28. Chief Sawyer will assume the role while the city...
El Centro City Council Approves Free Summer Swim Program for Local Youth
EL CENTRO, Calif. – May 22, 2025: At its regular meeting on May 20, 2025, the El Centro City Council unanimously approved a Free Swim Admission Program and youth swim lesson scholarships for the 2025 summer season. The 2025 Summer Free Swim Admission Program was...
Officer-Involved Shooting
El Centro, CA – On Wednesday, May 21, 2025, at approximately 8:08 p.m., officers from the El Centro Police Department responded to a call regarding a suspicious individual reportedly attempting to burglarize a residence. The caller informed Emergency Dispatch that the...
City of El Centro Launches Downtown Survey to Gather Community Feedback
El Centro, CA., May 19, 2025: The City of El Centro has launched a new community survey to collect input from residents about the Downtown area. The initiative is part of the city’s ongoing effort to revitalize Downtown El Centro and ensure that future improvements...
City of El Centro Celebrates National Public Works Week with Informational Expo
El Centro, CA., May 15, 2025: In recognition of National Public Works Week, observed from May 18 to May 24, the City of El Centro will honor the dedicated professionals of its Public Works Department with a series of events celebrating their contributions to the...
Lane Closures Scheduled at Holt Avenue and Imperial Avenue as Part of ATP Cycle 5 Improvements
El Centro, CA., – May 14, 2025: The City of El Centro is notifying the public of upcoming lane closures at the intersection of Holt Avenue and Imperial Avenue on Thursday, May 15, and Friday, May 16, due to scheduled concrete work. This work is part of the citywide...