City of El Centro
Press Releases
City of El Centro to hold meetings with local school officials in response to ongoing threats of violence
El Centro, Ca. - September 22, 2024 - The City of El Centro is responding to a surge in concerns from parents and community members over recent threats of violence reported at several local school campuses. “The safety and well-being of students, staff, and the...
Jacaranda Gardens Grand Opening set for October 3
El Centro, CA - September 20, 2024 - The public is invited to attend the Grand Opening of Jacaranda Gardens, a new affordable housing development, on October 3, 2024, at 10 a.m. The event will be held at 1625 N. Waterman Avenue, across from the recently developed...
School Threat – Arrest Made
El Centro: On Thursday, September 12, 2024, at 3:50 p.m., the El Centro Police Department was notified of graffiti located in one of the restrooms at Central Union High School (CUHS). The graffiti referenced a potential threat that would take place in the upcoming...
Imperial Avenue Complete Streets Plan Survey
Help us improve the safety, comfort, and beauty of traveling along Imperial Avenue by taking a short online survey by Sept. 18. Check out recommendations for Imperial Avenue and let us know what you think. Everyone who participates in the Imperial Avenue Complete...
Councilmember Oliva Appointed Vice Chair of the Environmental Quality Policy Committee for 2025 by the League of California Cities
El Centro, Ca. - September 11, 2024 - The League of California Cities has appointed El Centro Councilmember Tomas Oliva as Vice Chair of its Environmental Quality Policy Committee for 2025. The appointment was made by League President Lynne Kennedy recently. “I am...
El Centro Firefighters return from Strike Team deployment
El Centro, Ca. - September 4, 2024 - The El Centro Fire Department is proud to announce the safe return of Battalion Chief Brad Chapin and three fellow firefighters following their recent Strike Team deployments. Battalion Chief Chapin was deployed to the Park Fire in...
The City of El Centro invites you to celebrate “El Grito” at Bucklin Park
El Centro, CA - September 4, 2024 - Join us for a night where tradition meets celebration! The City of El Centro is thrilled to host “El Grito” on Saturday, September 21, 2024, from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. at Bucklin Park. This annual event, in partnership with the...
El Centro Police Department will be holding a DUI Checkpoint on September 15, 2024
EEl Centro, California. – On Sunday, September 15th, 2024 the El Centro Police Department will conduct a driving under the influence (DUI) Checkpoint from 6 p.m. (09/15/24) to 2 a.m. (09/16/24) near the intersection of Imperial Avenue and Holt, in the City of El...
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...