City of El Centro
Press Releases
Pedestrian Safety Starts with You
Stay Alert to Protect People Walking September is Pedestrian Safety Month in California El Centro, Calif. – September is Pedestrian Safety Month in California. The El Centro Police Department would like to remind drivers to slow down and be alert for people walking on...
Six El Centro Firefighters return safely after battling Borel Fire
El Centro, Ca. - August 15, 2024 - Six City of El Centro Fire Department firefighters safely returned home this past weekend after two weeks of intense firefighting efforts on the Borel Fire in Kern County. The team, equipped with Type 6 and Type 3 engines, utilized...
City of El Centro announces candidates for November election
El Centro, Ca. - August 14, 2024 - The City of El Centro will have eight candidates on the November 5 ballot, competing for three available seats on the City Council. Incumbents Sylvia Marroquin and Edgard Garcia are running for re-election. They will be joined by...
Power restored to most of GIO’s Mobile Home Estates
El Centro, Ca. - August 12, 2024 - GIO's Mobile Home Estates Power Restoration Update We are pleased to announce that power has been restored to all but 16 mobile homes at Gio's Mobile Home Estates. If you are a resident of one of the affected homes, please reach out...
Gio’s Mobile Home Estates Update
El Centro, Ca. - August 11, 2024 - On Sunday afternoon, the City of El Centro convened a meeting with the owner of Gio’s Mobile Home Estates. The discussion included key department heads from the City of El Centro and the Imperial County Office of Emergency Services....
Power outage at Gio’s Mobile Home Estates due to transformer fire
El Centro, Ca. - August 11, 2024 - Early Saturday morning, a transformer fire at Gio’s Mobile Home Estates in El Centro resulted in a significant power outage, initially impacting 16 homes. The situation escalated when an attempt by a privately contracted...
El Centro Police Department Reminds Drivers to Keep the Final Days of Summer Fun, Not Fatal
El Centro, Calif. - August 8, 2024 - As the end of summer approaches and families prepare for Labor Day celebrations, the El Centro Police Department reminds everyone to prioritize safety on the roads. Drivers are encouraged to make responsible choices behind the...
City of El Centro accepting applications for First Responders Wall Engravings
El Centro, Ca. - August 8, 2024 - The City of El Centro is pleased to announce the commencement of the application process for the second annual First Responders Wall Engravings. This initiative represents a significant milestone for our community and is a meaningful...
City of El Centro installs more stop signs south of Interstate 8
El Centro, Ca. - August 7, 2024 - The City of El Centro has recently installed additional stop signs in the area south of Interstate 8, near the South Imperial Avenue extension. The new stop signs can be found at the following intersections: Wake and Cypress Avenue...
The City of El Centro unveils new stop signs
El Centro, Ca. - August 6, 2024 - In a collaborative effort to improve student safety, the City of El Centro, in partnership with the Central Union High School District, has installed new stop signs around Central Union High School. The new stop signs are located at:...