City of El Centro
Press Releases
Cooling Centers available in the City of El Centro
El Centro, Ca. - July 3, 2024 - The City of El Centro has two designated cooling centers for the upcoming extreme temperatures: the bus terminal at the corner of State and Seventh Streets and the Imperial Valley Mall. The bus terminal is equipped with misters that...
El Centro Police will be holding DUI checkpoint on July 5
El Centro, Ca. - July 2, 2024 - On Friday, July 5, 2024, the El Centro Police Department will conduct a driving under the influence (DUI) Checkpoint from 6 p.m. (07/05/24) to 2 a.m. (07/06/24) near the intersection of Imperial Avenue and Holt, in the City of El...
Freight train derails in the City of El Centro; no threat to public reported
El Centro, Ca. - July 2, 2024 - A freight train derailed at around 2 a.m., early on July 2, just east of the railway intersection with Sixth Street in the City of El Centro. The incident occurred at a 90-degree bend in the tracks, causing ten railcars to overturn,...
City of El Centro passes a balanced budget for Fiscal Year 2024-2025
El Centro, Ca. — June 27, 2024 — With a steadfast dedication to the public safety of the citizens, the City of El Centro City Council passed a balanced budget for Fiscal Year 2024-2025 during a Special Meeting on Thursday in El Centro. The 2024-2025 Balanced Fiscal...
El Centro’s Aquatic Center – 4th of July Pool Party
El Centro, Ca. - June 25, 2024 - Dive into patriotism and pride this Independence Day at the El Centro Aquatic Center's Team USA-themed Fourth of July Pool Party. Come join us from noon to 3 p.m. for a day of red, white, and blue festivities as we celebrate America's...
Kick off the summer with the Aquatic Center’s pool party
El Centro, CA - June 12, 2024 - Calling all splash enthusiasts! Get ready for a poolside paradise where laughter echoes, water sparkles, and summer vibes reign supreme! The El Centro Aquatic Center is thrilled to announce the Summer Kick-Off Pool Party from 5 p.m. to...
El Centro Police partners with 7-Eleven for community outreach
El Centro, Ca. - June 11, 2024 - The El Centro Police Department is partnering with 7-Eleven, Inc. to reward local kids through the company’s community outreach program, Operation Chill. Now in its 29th year, the Operation Chill program allows law enforcement officers...
The City of El Centro Launches Imperial Avenue Complete Streets Plan Website
El Centro, Ca. - June 7, 2024 - The City of El Centro has launched its new Imperial Avenue Complete Streets Plan website to promote community engagement and provide updates while the City works to enhance all modes of travel along Imperial Avenue. The Imperial Avenue...
Next Mondays with the Mayor to be held June 10 at AV Plumbing Supply
El Centro, Ca. — June 4, 2024 — The next edition of the City of El Centro’s Mondays with the Mayor will be held at 5:30 p.m., June 10, at AV Plumbing Supply, located at 641 W. State Street. Residents are welcome and encouraged to attend and discuss any topics related...
El Centro Police arrest subject for animal cruelty
El Centro, Ca. - May 28, 2024 - An El Centro man was arrested by El Centro Police Officers on Tuesday after a social media post on Monday, May 27, 2024, received considerable attention and alerted the officers to possible animal cruelty case. On Tuesday, Police...