Imperial public meetings in 2024
38 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Council
The Imperial City Council will conduct a public hearing and a landowner special election to establish Community Facilities District No. 2024-01 for the Morningside Subdivision. It will consider three resolutions: creating the district, proposing a special tax levy to fund district services, and setting an appropriations limit. The council will also act on routine consent‑agenda items, including a budget amendment for the first quarter of FY 2025 and completion of the Sunset Park Playground Shade Project.
- Public hearing and special election to establish Community Facilities District No. 2024-01 for Morningside Subdivision (B‑1, B‑2, B‑3)
- Approve Resolution No. 2024-63 amending the municipal budget for Q1 FY ending June 30, 2025 (A‑3)
- Accept Sunset Park Playground Shade Project (Bid No. 2024-05) as complete (A‑4)
- Award RFP No. 2024-12 for labor‑compliance consulting on the AHSC‑ARPA/HWY 86 Beautification Phase 1 project to Labor Compliance Consultants of Southern California (A‑5)
- Award RFP No. 2024-10 for labor‑compliance consulting on the Aten Boulevard Rehabilitation Project between Vilore Way and Old SR‑86 to Southstar DCCM (A‑6)
City Council
The Imperial City Council will adopt the five‑year Capital Improvement Program (CIP) budget for FY2025‑2029, authorizing $29,317,900 for 26 projects in the first year. Council members will also consider change orders for road rehabilitation projects, a 4% CPI adjustment for Republic Services waste and recycling, and a resolution adding body cameras to community‑development safety standards. Additional items include a water and sewer service connection outside city limits and routine consent agenda approvals.
- Adopt Resolution No. 2024‑52, the five‑year CIP budget FY2025‑2029 with $29,317,900 spending authorization for year‑one projects
- Approve Change Order No. 2 for Pavement Rehabilitation of Various Roads – $510,000
- Approve Change Order No. 1 for Aten Blvd Rehabilitation (Vilore Way to Old SR‑86) – $1,225,000
- Approve Republic Services CPI adjustment of 4% for waste and recycling services effective Jan 1 2025
- Adopt Resolution No. 2024‑60 amending Community Development Safety Standards to require body cameras
The Imperial City Council approved a five-year Capital Improvement Program (CIP) budget for FY2025-2029, authorizing $29,317,900 for 26 projects in the first year. The council also approved a joint use agreement with Imperial Valley College for police training, a resolution to add body cameras to community development safety standards, and two road project change orders. All votes were 3-0, with two council members absent.
- Approved Joint Use Agreement with Imperial Valley College for police training and cadet program (3-0)
- Adopted Resolution No. 2024-60 amending safety standards to include body cameras (3-0)
- Adopted Resolution No. 2024-62 authorizing water and sewer service for APN 064-020-030 outside city limits (3-0)
- Adopted Resolution No. 2024-52 approving $29,317,900 CIP budget for FY2025-2029 (3-0)
- Approved Change Order No. 2 for $510,000 for Pavement Rehabilitation of Various Roads (3-0)
- Approved Change Order No. 1 for $1,225,000 for Aten Blvd Rehabilitation (3-0)
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council will discuss the formation of Community Facilities District No. 2024-01 for the Morningstar Subdivision and the adoption of a Generative AI Policy. The body will also review the Q4 budget report for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2024.
- Proposed formation of Community Facilities District (CFD) No. 2024-01 for the Morningstar Subdivision
- Adoption of the City of Imperial Generative Artificial Intelligence Policy
- Contract for Air Quality Engineering, Inc. to conduct emissions testing on four diesel generators not to exceed $40,000
- Approval of Change Order No. 1 for the Pavement Rehabilitation of Various Roads project (Bid No. 2024-08)
- Proposed parking lot improvements for additional spaces at City Hall
City Council
The Imperial City Council will discuss and vote on three action items: two operational agreements between the Imperial Police Department and community partners (Sure Helpline and WomanHaven), and the acceptance of a Patrick Leahy Bulletproof Vest Partnership grant of $6,012.64. A consent agenda item to approve the Claims and Warrants Report will also be considered. The meeting includes proclamation presentations for Breast Cancer Awareness Month and Hispanic Heritage Month.
- Approve operational agreement between Sure Helpline and Imperial Police Department
- Approve operational agreement between WomanHaven and Imperial Police Department
- Accept Patrick Leahy Bulletproof Vest Partnership grant award of $6,012.64
- Approve Claims and Warrants Report (consent agenda)
- Proclamation presentation for Breast Cancer Awareness Month
The Imperial City Council approved operational agreements between the police department and two nonprofit organizations, Sure Helpline and WomanHaven, and accepted a $6,012.64 federal grant for bulletproof vests. All votes were 3-0, with two members absent. The meeting also included proclamations for Breast Cancer Awareness and Hispanic Heritage months.
- Approved consent agenda including Claims and Warrants Report (3-0)
- Approved operational agreement between Sure Helpline and Imperial Police Department (3-0)
- Approved operational agreement between WomanHaven and Imperial Police Department (3-0)
- Accepted Patrick Leahy Bulletproof Vest Partnership grant of $6,012.64 (3-0)
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
City Council
The Imperial City Council will discuss the 2025-2029 Capital Improvement Program budget and several infrastructure contracts. The body will also consider property acquisition and funding for public safety.
- Proposed $22,974,600 spending authorization for year one of the 2025-2029 Capital Improvement Program
- Construction contract for Aten Boulevard Rehabilitation (Vilore Way to old SR-86) for $1,878,883.11
- Construction contract for Aten Boulevard Class II Bike Lane (Vilore Way to Austin Road) for $678,459.76
- Purchase of property located at 116 N. Imperial Avenue
- Acceptance of 2022-2023 State Citizen’s Option for Public Safety (COPS) funding
The Imperial City Council approved several action items, including awarding a $1,878,883 construction contract for the Aten Boulevard Rehabilitation project to Rove Engineering with a 15% contingency, and a $678,459.76 contract for the Aten Boulevard Class II Bike Lane project to Sterndahl Enterprises with a 10% contingency. The council also approved the purchase of a pre-fabricated kennel facility for the Animal Control Shelter, accepted the 2022-2023 COPS funding via Resolution No. 2024-53, and approved the consent agenda with two warrants considered separately. The five-year Capital Improvement Program (CIP) item was moved to a future meeting.
- Awarded $1,878,883 Aten Blvd Rehabilitation contract to Rove Engineering with 15% contingency (4-0)
- Awarded $678,459.76 Aten Blvd Class II Bike Lane contract to Sterndahl Enterprises with 10% contingency (4-0)
- Approved purchase of pre-fabricated kennel facility for Animal Control Shelter (4-0)
- Adopted Resolution No. 2024-53 accepting 2022-2023 COPS funding (4-0)
- Approved consent agenda, excluding warrants 120446 and 120468 (4-0)
- Approved warrant 120446 (3-0-1, Tucker abstained)
- Approved warrant 120468 (3-0-1, Amparano abstained)
- Moved five-year CIP item C-5 to a future meeting
🗳️ How they voted (7 roll-call votes)
Planning Commission
The Imperial Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider two Conditional Use Permit applications: one for Imperial Electric Tattoo Studio at 116 S. Imperial Ave and another for a drive‑thru coffee shop at 431 W. Aten Road. The commission will also vote to approve meeting minutes from August 28, May 8, and April 24, 2024. Staff recommendations are to approve both permits subject to conditions.
- Approve Planning Commission minutes for August 28, 2024
- Approve Planning Commission minutes for May 8, 2024
- Approve Planning Commission minutes for April 24, 2024
- Conditional Use Permit 24-08 for Imperial Electric Tattoo Studio, 116 S. Imperial Ave
- Conditional Use Permit 24-06 for drive‑thru coffee shop, 431 W. Aten Road
City Council
The Imperial City Council will vote on several infrastructure contracts, including road rehabilitation and highway beautification. The body will also discuss parking and traffic signal modifications and a contract renewal for police equipment.
- Award construction contract to Rove Engineering Inc. for Highway 86 Beautification Phase 1 for $6,611,467.84
- Award contract to Rove Engineering for Rehabilitation of Various Roads in the City of Imperial for $3,999,999.00
- Contract renewal with Axon Enterprise, Inc. for police body worn cameras and tasers
- Adoption of Ordinance No. 829 regarding food establishments and mobile food facilities
- CFD fund disbursements of $81,000 to Jupiter Ventures, L.P. and $50,000 to Imperial Bratton, L.P.
The Imperial City Council approved a $6,611,467.84 construction contract with Rove Engineering Inc. for the Highway 86 Beautification Phase 1 project, including a 10% contingency. The council also approved a $3,399,999.00 contract for road rehabilitation, a five-year Axon contract for police body cameras and tasers, and several other items. All votes were unanimous (5-0).
- Approved $6,611,467.84 contract to Rove Engineering for Highway 86 Beautification (5-0)
- Approved $3,399,999.00 contract to Rove Engineering for road rehabilitation (5-0)
- Approved 5-year contract renewal with Axon Enterprise for body cameras and tasers (5-0)
- Approved parking modifications on South Imperial Avenue between 4th and 5th Street (5-0)
- Approved traffic signal modification at Highway 86 and 15th Street to split phase (5-0)
- Approved janitorial services contract to Base Hill, Inc. (5-0)
- Approved consent agenda including contracts, claims, and ordinance for mobile food facilities (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (7 roll-call votes)
City Council
The council will consider several action items, including approving a $90,249 purchase of a 2025 Ford Police Interceptor, adopting new drug‑and‑alcohol‑free workplace and violence‑prevention policies, and approving technology contracts for GIS software maintenance ($29,300/yr), implementation ($17,500) and Nearmap aerial imagery ($11,000/yr). It will also approve a $14,720 grant from the Imperial Irrigation District for public green space, extend a professional services agreement with 2K Tower Services, LLC up to $20,000 for one year, and hold a public hearing to amend Ordinance No. 829 on mobile food facilities. Additionally, the council will adopt the consent agenda items such as claims, warrants, and meeting minutes.
- Purchase of a 2025 Ford Police Interceptor, up to $90,249.45
- Approve GIS contracts: ESRI maintenance $29,300/yr, implementation $17,500, Nearmap imagery $11,000/yr
- Approve $14,720 public green space grant from Imperial Irrigation District
- Extend Professional Services Agreement with 2K Tower Services, LLC, up to $20,000 for one year
- Public hearing to amend Ordinance No. 829 on mobile food facilities
The Imperial City Council approved all action items on the agenda, including a $14,720 grant from the Imperial Irrigation District for public green space, agreements for GIS software and aerial imagery, a new police vehicle, and updated workplace policies. The council also approved the consent agenda and the first reading of an ordinance on mobile food facilities. All votes were unanimous (5-0).
- Approved consent agenda including claims, minutes, and 2K Tower Services extension (5-0)
- Approved first reading of Ordinance No. 829 on mobile food facilities (5-0)
- Approved $14,720 grant agreement with Imperial Irrigation District for public green space (5-0)
- Approved ESRI GIS agreements ($29,300/year maintenance, $17,500 implementation) and Nearmap subscription ($11,000/year) (5-0)
- Approved purchase of 2025 Ford Police Interceptor up to $90,249.45 (5-0)
- Adopted Drug and Alcohol-Free Workplace Policy (5-0)
- Adopted Workplace Violence Prevention Plan (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (7 roll-call votes)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to decide on a conditional use permit for alcohol sales. The body will also appoint a Chairperson and administer an oath of office to a new commissioner.
- Conditional Use Permit 24-07 for off-sale beer and wine at 390 W. Aten Road
- Appointment of Planning Commission Chairperson
- Administration of Oath of Office for Commissioner Francisco Curiel
- City Hall parking lot improvements
- Split phase highway 86 and 15th Street
City Council
The Imperial City Council will discuss adopting a strategic technology plan and awarding a weed abatement contract. The body is also considering canceling the November 5, 2024, General Municipal Election and appointing nominees to office to save up to $12,500.
- Proposed cancellation of November 5, 2024 General Municipal Election via Resolution No. 2024-51
- One-year contract with Code Exxperts for web development and online payments for $22,800
- Awarding of Weed Abatement Services contract (RFP No. 2024-06) to DeAngelo Contracting Services
- Adoption of the 2024-2025 Strategic Technology Plan and associated budget
- Closed session lease negotiations for property at 307 N. Imperial Avenue
The Imperial City Council approved the 2024-2025 Strategic Technology Plan and its budget, awarded a weed abatement contract to DeAngelo Contracting Services, and appointed voting delegates for the League of CA Cities conference. It also certified the November election as uncontested and adopted Resolution No. 2024-51 to appoint the nominated councilmembers, saving up to $12,500. All votes were 4-0 except the resolution, which passed 4-0-1 with one abstention.
- Approved 2024-2025 Strategic Technology Plan and Innovation & Technology budget (4-0)
- Awarded weed abatement contract to DeAngelo Contracting Services (4-0)
- Appointed Obeso-Martinez as voting delegate for League of CA Cities conference (4-0)
- Appointed Burnworth as alternate delegate for League of CA Cities conference (4-0)
- Adopted Resolution No. 2024-51 to appoint nominated councilmembers, canceling November election (4-0-1)
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
City Council
The Imperial City Council will consider authorizing the rejection of all bids for Bid No. 2024-06, Pavement Rehabilitation of Various Roads, and approve staff to rebid the project. The council will also consider granting permission to excuse Mayor Robert Amparano’s absence from the regular council meetings on July 17, 2024 and August 7, 2024. This agenda is for a special meeting called by the mayor, with public comment limited to items on the agenda.
- Reject all submitted bids for Bid No. 2024-06: Pavement Rehabilitation of Various Roads
- Authorize staff to rebid the Pavement Rehabilitation project after rejecting the bids
- Grant permission to excuse Mayor Amparano’s absence from the July 17 and August 7 regular council meetings
The Imperial City Council held a special meeting on August 21, 2024, with Mayor Amparano absent. The council voted 4-0 to reject all bids for the Pavement Rehabilitation of Various Roads project (Bid No. 2024-06) and authorized staff to advertise and rebid the project. They also voted 4-0 to excuse Mayor Amparano's absence from the July 17 and August 7, 2024, regular meetings. No public comments were made, and the meeting adjourned after these actions.
- Rejected all bids for Pavement Rehabilitation of Various Roads project (Bid No. 2024-06) and authorized rebid (4-0)
- Excused Mayor Amparano's absence from July 17 and August 7, 2024 regular meetings (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
City Council
The Imperial City Council will hold a closed‑session briefing on legal and labor matters, then move to an open session. Council members will consider a series of purchases and contracts, including water‑treatment equipment, park improvements, and a street rehabilitation project. Action items include approving a raw water flow meter, UV disinfection parts, a manhole rehabilitation budget amendment, and several park‑related contracts. The meeting will also include routine consent‑agenda approvals and departmental reports.
- Award $275,100.86 contract to Rove Engineering, Inc. for 7 St Rehabilitation & Pedestrian Improvements (South D St to South E St)
- Award $125,500.00 contract to USA Shade Inc. for Sunset Park Playground Shade Project (10% contingency)
- Approve purchase of raw water flow meter for Water Treatment Plant – $22,856.43
- Approve purchase of UV disinfection parts for Wastewater Treatment plant – $41,399.92 (Trojan Technologies)
- Approve purchase of two Polaris Side‑by‑Sides for Parks & Recreation – $72,926.52
The Imperial City Council approved a consent agenda and seven action items, including a $275,100.86 contract for street rehabilitation and pedestrian improvements, a $125,500 contract for the Sunset Park playground shade project, and several equipment and maintenance purchases. All votes were 4-0 except the purchase of two Polaris side-by-sides, which passed 3-1 with Council Member Burnworth dissenting. Mayor Amparano was absent. The council also received reports and appointed Francisco Curiel to the Planning Commission.
- Approved consent agenda including claims and warrants and prior meeting minutes (4-0)
- Approved $22,856.43 purchase of raw water flow meter for Water Treatment Plant (4-0)
- Approved $41,399.92 purchase of UV disinfection parts from Trojan Technologies (4-0)
- Approved $31,285.00 budget amendment for Manhole Rehabilitation and Lining Project (4-0)
- Awarded $125,500.00 contract to USA Shade Inc. for Sunset Park Playground Shade Project with 10% contingency (4-0)
- Awarded $3,000.00 Labor Compliance Services contract to Labor Consultants of Southern California LLC (4-0)
- Approved $72,926.52 purchase of two Polaris Side by Sides (3-1, Burnworth dissenting)
- Awarded $275,100.86 contract to Rove Engineering, Inc. for 7th Street Rehabilitation & Pedestrian Improvements with 25% contingency (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Planning Commission
The Imperial Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a Mobile Food Facilities Ordinance and an amendment to Section 24.11.120 of the Imperial Zoning Ordinance. Staff recommends that the Commission adopt Resolution No. PC2024-06, which advises the City Council to approve the ordinance. The ordinance would establish categories, permitted zones, temporary use permits, and operational restrictions for mobile food vendors.
- Public hearing on Mobile Food Facilities Ordinance and amendment of Section 24.11.120
- Resolution No. PC2024-06 recommending City Council approval of the ordinance
- Ordinance creates two vendor categories (processing and non‑processing) with specific zone allowances
- Temporary Use Permit required annually for processing mobile food facilities
- Vending permitted in Joshua Park, Anthony Redondo Park, Eager Park and CA Irvin Park with park rotation
City Council
The Imperial City Council will hold a closed session before a regular meeting to discuss negotiations with AT&T and labor representatives. The open session includes a public hearing on a Vehicle Miles Traveled study and action items to approve a School Resource Officer agreement and a road rehabilitation project.
- Public hearing to adopt Vehicle Miles Traveled and CEQA Thresholds Study
- Approval of Memorandum of Understanding for School Resource Officers
- Adoption of plans for Pavement Rehabilitation of Various Roads
- Negotiations with AT&T regarding Old Post Office property
- Approval of claims and warrants report
The City Council approved a study on vehicle miles traveled and authorized public bidding for road pavement rehabilitation. The council also entered into an agreement with the Imperial Unified School District for school resource officers and rejected three claims from Tanya Cruz.
- Approved Resolution No. 2024-50 adopting the Vehicle Miles Traveled (VMT) & CEQA Thresholds Study (4-0)
- Approved MOU with Imperial Unified School District for one full-time and one part-time School Resource Officer (4-0)
- Approved Resolution No. 2024-49 authorizing public bidding for Pavement Rehabilitation of Various Roads Bid No. 2024-06 (4-0)
- Approved Claims and Warrants Report (4-0)
- Authorized rejection of three claims (CW File No. CJP-3051898) by Tanya Cruz (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
City Council
The Imperial City Council will meet to adopt the municipal budget for Fiscal Year 2025 and establish spending limits. The agenda includes several infrastructure items, such as street rehabilitation contracts and a water pipeline change order. The council will also consider establishing four new job classifications.
- Adoption of the Municipal Budget for Fiscal Year 2025 (Resolution No. 2024-47)
- Construction contract award of $275,100.86 for 7th Street Rehabilitation Pedestrian Improvements
- Removal of crosswalk on South Imperial Avenue between 4th and 5th Street
- Change order to install 3,072 feet of new water pipeline along 14th Street
- Establishment of four new job classifications including Cybersecurity Administrator
The City Council approved the annual budget and spending limits for FY 2025. Other actions included authorizing street rehabilitation projects and establishing three new city job classifications.
- Adopted FY 2025 Municipal Budget via Resolution No. 2024-47 (5-0)
- Established GANN Spending Limit for FY 2025 via Resolution No. 2024-48 (5-0)
- Approved removal of crosswalk on South Imperial Avenue between 4th and 5th Street (5-0)
- Awarded $7,200 agreement to Labor Compliance Consultants of Southern California (3-0-2)
- Authorized change order for 3,072 feet of new 12-inch PVC water pipeline on 14th Street (3-0-2)
- Approved job classifications for Accountant, Cybersecurity Administrator, and Fleet and Facilities Supervisor (5-0)
- Approved Claims and Warrants Report and rejection of claim CW File No. CJP-3051647 (5-0)
- Tabled 7th Street Rehabilitation construction contract award to Rove Engineering, Inc.
🗳️ How they voted (8 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council is conducting a work-study session to review the proposed budget for Fiscal Year 2024-2025. Administrative Services Director Victor Manriquez will present departmental budget details. This meeting is intended for discussion and direction only.
- Review of the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 proposed budget
City Council
The Imperial City Council met in a special budget workshop on June 27, 2024, to hear a presentation on the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 city budget from Administrative Services Director Victor Manriquez. The session was designated discussion/direction only, and the minutes record no votes, approvals, or denials. Council Member Mendoza was absent; Council Member Burnworth attended by teleconference. The meeting adjourned at 7:08 p.m.
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold a continued public hearing regarding a request for a variance and conditional use permit at 121 North F Street. The application seeks to allow an accessory structure to exceed maximum height and setback requirements. City staff recommends denying the request.
- Variance 23-04 and Conditional Use Permit 23-07 for 121 North F Street
- Recognition of service for former Commissioner Mark Hammerness
- Approval of March 27, 2024, and June 12, 2024, meeting minutes
City Council
The Imperial City Council met in a special work-study session on June 19, 2024, opened at 5:01 p.m. by Mayor Amparano. The only agenda item was a strategic planning session with consultant Jeff Bills, which was discussion and direction only. No public comment was offered, and the meeting adjourned at 6:00 p.m. with no substantive decisions recorded.
City Council
The council will discuss several resolutions for special taxes in various community facilities districts. Agenda items also include a $300,000 agreement for enterprise software and a $96,000 purchase of filter media. Public hearings are scheduled regarding maintenance district assessments.
- $300,000 agreement with Tyler Technologies for ERP software implementation
- $96,000 purchase of Granulated Activated Carbon (GAC) filter media
- Resolutions to levy special taxes for multiple Community Facilities Districts
- Public hearings for Imperial Lighting and Landscape Maintenance District assessments
- New job classifications and salary ranges for several city positions
The Imperial City Council approved a $300,000 agreement with Tyler Technologies for Enterprise Resource Planning software as a service, and adopted continuing appropriations giving the city spending authority for FY 2024-25 at the same levels as the adopted FY 2023-24 budget. The council also approved annual assessment levies for several lighting and landscape maintenance districts and community facilities districts, and authorized a $96,000 purchase of granulated activated carbon filter media. Council members tabled the creation of new job classifications and salary ranges for several positions, and requested a budget workshop before final adoption of the FY 2025 budget.
- Approved $300,000 agreement with Tyler Technologies for ERP software as a service (5-0)
- Adopted Resolution No. 2024-46 continuing FY 2024-25 appropriations at FY 2023-24 levels (5-0)
- Approved consent agenda including claims, library grant support letter, and CFD special tax resolutions 2024-34 through 2024-39 (4-0-1, Amparano abstained)
- Adopted Resolutions 2024-40 and 2024-41 levying assessments for Imperial Lighting Maintenance District No. 1 (5-0)
- Adopted Resolutions 2024-42 and 2024-43 levying assessments for Imperial Landscape Maintenance District No. 1 (5-0)
- Adopted Resolutions 2024-44 and 2024-45 levying assessments for Imperial Landscape Maintenance District No. 2 (5-0)
- Authorized $96,000 (plus tax and fees) purchase of GAC filter media for Carbon Columns (5-0)
- Tabled new job classifications and salary ranges for Accountant, Building Official, Cybersecurity Administrator, and Fleet and Facilities Supervisor; approved revisions to Public Services Manager job description (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (10 roll-call votes)
Planning Commission
The Planning and Traffic Commission will review the implementation of a Vehicle Miles Traveled methodology for evaluating transportation impacts. The commission will also consider a property variance at 121 North F Street, which staff recommends denying due to safety and utility clearance concerns. Additionally, the removal of a pedestrian crosswalk on South Imperial Avenue is on the agenda.
- Variance and permit request for an accessory structure at 121 North F Street
- Implementation of Vehicle Miles Traveled methodology study
- Removal of a pedestrian crosswalk at 400 South Imperial Avenue
City Council
The council will consider several equipment purchases and a grant for the Irving Park Paving Project. They will also discuss funding for new enterprise software and maintenance district resolutions. Additionally, the meeting includes presentations on local lithium updates and high school athletics.
- $149,625 grant award for Irving Park Paving Project
- Purchase of a 55’ Reach Haulotte Tow Behind Lift for $57,297.50
- Purchase of a HUBER perforated plate screen for up to $217,623
- Bid solicitation for Highway 86 Beautification Phase 1 Project
- MOU regarding fairground fence improvements along SR86
The Imperial City Council approved a series of purchases and agreements on a 5-0 vote, including a $57,297.50 tow-behind lift for Parks Maintenance, a $149,625.00 ICAPCD Rule 310 grant for the Irving Park Paving Project, two tank mixers not to exceed $40,542.76, and a HUBER perforated plate screen not to exceed $217,623. The council also approved an MOU with the County and the 45th District Agricultural Association for fairground fence improvements, authorized bid solicitation for the Highway 86 Beautification Phase 1 project, and enrolled the city in the Access Perks employee discount program for FY 2024-2025. A discussion on ERP software with Tyler Technologies was held with no action taken; staff will bring it back for approval at the next regular meeting. The consent agenda, including meeting minutes, a conflict-of-interest code notice, a letter opposing a proposed 50% budget cut to GO-Biz programs, and rejection of two claims, was approved 5-0.
- Approved consent agenda including minutes, conflict-of-interest notice, GO-Biz opposition letter, and rejection of two claims (5-0)
- Approved enrollment in Access Perks employee discount program for FY 2024-2025 (5-0)
- Approved purchase of 55' Reach Haulotte Tow Behind Lift for $57,297.50 (5-0)
- Approved ICAPCD Rule 310 grant of $149,625.00 for Irving Park Paving Project and authorized bid solicitation (5-0)
- Approved purchase of two tank mixers not to exceed $40,542.76 (5-0)
- Approved purchase of one HUBER perforated plate screen not to exceed $217,623 (5-0)
- Approved MOU with County and 45th District Agricultural Association for fairground fence improvements (5-0)
- Authorized bid solicitation for Highway 86 Beautification Phase 1 project (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (8 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council will discuss the 2024 general municipal election and road improvement projects. The body is also considering a service agreement with the Imperial Valley Food Bank and the sale of a surplus police vehicle.
- Resolutions to hold a general municipal election on November 5, 2024
- Adoption of the fiscal year 2024-2025 project list funded by SB1
- Solicitation of bids for 7th Street Rehabilitation & Pedestrian Improvements from South “D” Street to South “E” Street
- Service agreement with Imperial Valley Food Bank for a delivery truck liftgate installation
- Declaration of a Police Department Chevrolet Tahoe as surplus
The Imperial City Council approved three resolutions for the November 5, 2024 General Municipal Election, adopted the fiscal year 2024-2025 SB1 road project list, and authorized bidding for the 7th Street Rehabilitation & Pedestrian Improvements project. The council also declared a police Chevrolet Tahoe as surplus and approved a service agreement with the Imperial Valley Food Bank. During public comment, nine residents spoke in support of School Resource Officer Ayala and opposed a new SRO for the Imperial Unified School District; no action was taken on that item. The closed session included a City Manager performance evaluation, anticipated litigation, real property negotiations regarding the Old Post Office, and the City of Imperial vs. PCG Mayfield, LP case, with the City Attorney reporting that direction was given to council and price and terms were given to the negotiator.
- Approved consent agenda except warrants 117470 & 117567 (5-0)
- Approved warrant numbers 117470 & 117567 (3-0-2, Mendoza and Amparano abstained)
- Approved declaration of Police Department Chevrolet Tahoe as surplus (5-0)
- Adopted Resolution No. 2024-21, FY 2024-2025 SB1 project list (5-0)
- Authorized staff to solicit bids for 7th Street Rehabilitation & Pedestrian Improvements project from South 'D' Street to South 'E' Street (5-0)
- Approved service agreement with Imperial Valley Food Bank for reimbursement of delivery truck liftgate installation (5-0)
- Adopted Resolutions No. 2024-22, 2024-23, and 2024-24 for the November 5, 2024 General Municipal Election (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will consider a conditional use permit for Miguel Meza to operate B’s Storage. The project involves installing twenty forty-foot storage containers, fencing, solar lighting, and security cameras on three industrial parcels.
- Conditional Use Permit 24-04 for a storage facility at APN 063-143-007, APN 063-143-010, and APN 063-143-011
- Proposed installation of twenty 40-foot storage containers near 10th Street and O Street
The Planning Commission approved Conditional Use Permit 24-04 to allow a storage facility on three parcels. The approval included revisions to the conditions of approval regarding the timing of condition B and the removal of condition DD.
- Approved PC Resolution No. PC2024-04 for storage facility (3-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council
The City Council will consider awarding a construction contract for the 7", 10" & 14" Street Rehabilitation Project and a contract for a Pavement Management System. The body will also discuss facility use agreements with the Imperial Unified School District and budget amendments.
- Construction contract for 7", 10" & 14" Street Rehabilitation Project to Rove Engineering, Inc. for $4,230,912.10
- Pavement Management System contract to IMS Infrastructure Management Services for $34,725.00
- Facility use agreements with Imperial Unified School District for a swimming pool and Frank M. Wright Middle School gymnasium
- Resolution No. 2024-20 regarding FY2022-2023 State Citizen’s Option for Public Safety (COPS) funding
- Resolution No. 2024-19 to amend the fiscal year 2023-2024 budget
The City Council approved several infrastructure contracts, including a major street rehabilitation project and a pavement management system. The council also authorized facility use agreements with the Imperial Unified School District and approved a third-quarter budget amendment.
- Awarded $3,900,683.50 street rehabilitation contract to Rove Engineering, Inc. with 25% contingency (3-0-1)
- Awarded $34,725.00 Pavement Management System contract to IMS Infrastructure Management Services (4-0)
- Approved facility use agreements with IUSD for Frank M. Wright Middle School gymnasium and swimming pool (4-0)
- Approved Resolution No. 2024-20 accepting FY2022-2023 State COPS funding (4-0)
- Adopted Resolution No. 2024-19 approving the Q3 budget amendment (4-0)
- Approved Consent Agenda including support for AB 2633 and a DOE GRIP Grant (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold a continued public hearing regarding a request by Mark Gaddis to legalize an existing accessory structure. Staff recommends denying the variance and conditional use permit because the structure violates city height and setback standards and encroaches on an Imperial Irrigation District easement.
- Variance 23-04 and Conditional Use Permit 23-07 for an accessory structure at 121 North F Street
- Proposed Resolution No. PC2024-01 to deny the variance and permit
The Planning Commission continued a public hearing regarding a variance and conditional use permit for an accessory structure. No final decision was made on the request.
- Continued public hearing for Variance 23-04 and Conditional Use Permit 23-07 at 121 North F Street to June 12, 2024 (3-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council
The Imperial City Council will discuss a commercial agreement for police vehicle car wash services and a memorandum of understanding for police officer holiday pay. The body will also consider the completion of a fence replacement project on Highway 86.
- Project completion of Highway 86 Fence Replacement Project from 2nd Street to Marshall Avenue
- Commercial agreement between Quick Quack Car Wash and the Imperial City Police Department
- Amendment to the Imperial Police Officers Association (IPOA) Memorandum of Understanding regarding holiday pay
- Special event application from the Department of Homeland Security for the Imperial Valley Law Enforcement Relay Run
- Closed session negotiations with AT&T regarding the Old Post Office property (APN# 064-055-005)
The Imperial City Council approved the completion of the Highway 86 Fence Replacement Project and a second amendment to the police union agreement regarding holiday pay. They also approved a commercial car wash agreement for police vehicles and a special event application for a law enforcement relay run. Consent agenda items including warrants for the Mayor and Mayor Pro-Tem were approved with specific abstentions recorded.
- Approved Highway 86 Fence Replacement Project completion (4-0)
- Approved second amendment to IPOA MOU on holiday pay (4-0)
- Approved Quick Quack Car Wash agreement for police vehicles (4-0)
- Approved DHS Imperial Valley Law Enforcement Relay Run application (4-0)
- Approved consent agenda with warrants for Tucker and Amparano (3-0-1)
- Approved warrant 1166 for James Tucker (3-0-1)
- Approved warrant 5637 for Robert Amparano (3-0-1)
🗳️ How they voted (7 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council will consider several funding applications for infrastructure projects, including sidewalk installations on Aten Boulevard and rehabilitation of P Street. The body will also discuss purchasing and installing EV charging stations and the removal of a red curb on East Barioni Boulevard.
- Funding applications for Aten Boulevard Sidewalk Installation (Phases 1, 2, and 3)
- Funding applications for EV Charging Station Purchase and Installation (Phases 1, 2, and 3)
- Funding applications for P Street Rehabilitation (Phases 1, 2, and 3)
- Removal of red curb on south side of East Barioni Boulevard between K Street and L Street
- Declaration of Imperial Police Department canine as surplus
The Imperial City Council approved a letter of support for SB1105 (Padilla), which would require paid sick leave for agriculture employees exposed to extreme weather, on a 4-1 vote with Council Member Burnworth opposed. The council also approved 10 resolutions authorizing applications for state and regional grant funding for Aten Boulevard sidewalk installation (Phases 1-3), EV charging station purchase and installation (Phases 1-3), and P Street rehabilitation (Phases 1-3). The consent agenda, including the claims and warrants report and prior meeting minutes, passed 5-0, and the council authorized removing a red curb on East Barioni Boulevard. In closed session, the council discussed the City Manager's performance evaluation and one anticipated litigation matter, with direction given to staff; no other action was reported.
- Approved letter of support for SB1105 (Padilla) on paid sick leave for agriculture workers (4-1, Burnworth opposed)
- Adopted Resolution No. 2024-10 for CMAQ funding application, Aten Boulevard sidewalk Phase 1 (5-0)
- Adopted Resolution No. 2024-11 for CMAQ funding application, Aten Boulevard sidewalk Phase 2 (5-0)
- Adopted Resolution No. 2024-12 for CMAQ funding application, Aten Boulevard sidewalk Phase 3 (5-0)
- Adopted Resolutions No. 2024-13, 2024-14, 2024-15 for Carbon Reduction Program funding applications, EV charging station purchase and installation Phases 1-3 (5-0 each)
- Adopted Resolutions No. 2024-16, 2024-17, 2024-18 for STBG funding applications, P Street rehabilitation Phases 1-3 (5-0 each)
- Approved consent agenda: claims and warrants report, minutes of Feb. 7, Feb. 21, Mar. 6 and Mar. 20, 2024, and declaration of a police canine as surplus for adoption (5-0)
- Authorized removal of the red curb on the south side of East Barioni Boulevard between K Street and L Street (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will discuss a proposed amendment to the Municipal Code regarding palm tree maintenance and public nuisances. The body will also hold public hearings on two property variance requests involving setback and height requirements.
- Proposed amendment to Municipal Code Chapter 14, Section 14-5 regarding dead or decayed palm fronds
- Variance 24-01 for Quentin Tucker: front yard and street-side setbacks for a 2,400 sf laundromat at 300 E. Barioni Blvd
- Variance 23-04 and Conditional Use Permit 23-07 for Mark Gaddis: height and side yard setbacks for an accessory structure at 121 North F Street
City Council
The City Council will consider authorizing bids for rehabilitation and bike lane projects on Aten Boulevard. The body will also review a public safety expenditure plan and update the city's records retention policy.
- Aten Boulevard Rehabilitation Project between Vilore Way and SR-86
- Aten Boulevard Class II Bike Lane project from Vilore Way to Austin Rd.
- Resolution No. 2024-08 for State Citizen’s Option for Public Safety (COPS) funding
- Updated Records Retention Policy and Resolution No. 2024-09 for destruction of obsolete records
- Acceptance of five Prop 68 Per Capita Grant Projects as complete
The Imperial City Council approved staff requests to seek construction bids for two Aten Boulevard projects: a rehabilitation between Vilore Way and SR-86, and a Class II bike lane from Vilore Way to Austin Rd. The council also accepted five Prop 68 per capita grant projects as complete, approved Resolution No. 2024-08 accepting 2022-2023 COPS public safety funding, adopted an updated records retention policy, and adopted Resolution No. 2024-09 authorizing destruction of obsolete records. All action and consent items passed 5-0. In closed session, the council discussed a City Manager performance evaluation and existing litigation (Mehdipour v. City of Imperial) and gave direction to staff; no other details were recorded.
- Authorized staff to solicit bids for Aten Boulevard Rehabilitation Project between Vilore Way and SR-86 (5-0)
- Authorized staff to solicit bids for Aten Boulevard Class II Bike Lane project from Vilore Way to Austin Rd. (5-0)
- Accepted five Prop 68 Per Capita Grant projects as complete and authorized recording deed restrictions (5-0)
- Approved Resolution No. 2024-08 accepting 2022-2023 State COPS allocation and expenditure plan (5-0)
- Adopted updated City Records Retention Policy (5-0)
- Adopted Resolution No. 2024-09 authorizing destruction of obsolete city records (5-0)
- Approved consent agenda including claims and warrants, letters of support for AB 2757 and SB 1309, and a support letter for a City of El Centro grant (5-0)
- Approved agenda adjustment adding Consent Agenda Item B-4 (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (8 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council is meeting to vote on a new voting and microphone system for city chambers. The body is also considering a stipend for the Public Services Director and approvals for the Monterrey Park Subdivision.
- Purchase of a new voting system from DeForest Tech Solutions for $38,756.00
- Resolution No. 2024-07 to provide a 10% stipend for the incoming Public Services Director
- Approval of the Monterrey Park Subdivision No. 2 Unit 3C Final Map
- Approval and acceptance of the Monterrey Park Subdivision No. 2 Unit 3B 0.5 AC 3 Pocket Park
The Imperial City Council approved all items on its March 6, 2024 agenda, including a $38,756.00 purchase and configuration of a new voting system from DeForest Tech Solution, a 10% stipend for the incoming Public Services Director, and two Monterrey Park Subdivision No. 2 items. The consent agenda, covering claims and warrants, January 3, 2024 minutes, and continuations of two water-related emergencies, was also approved. All votes were 3-0, with Council Member Burnworth and Mayor Pro Tem Tucker absent. In closed session, the council discussed a City Manager performance evaluation and anticipated litigation, and directed staff on both items.
- Approved consent agenda: claims and warrants, January 3, 2024 minutes, and continuations of water treatment plant and force main emergencies (3-0)
- Adopted Resolution No. 2024-07 providing a 10% stipend for the incoming Public Services Director (3-0)
- Approved Final Map and Subdivision Guarantee for Monterrey Park Subdivision No. 2 Unit 3C and authorized recordation (3-0)
- Approved and accepted the Monterrey Park Subdivision No. 2 Unit 3B 0.5 AC 3 Pocket Park (3-0)
- Approved purchase and configuration of a new voting system from DeForest Tech Solution for $38,756.00 (3-0)
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to decide on a Conditional Use Permit for a 14-foot accessory structure at 685 W. Worthington Road. The Traffic Commission will also discuss removing red curbs from former bus stations on East Barioni Boulevard.
- Conditional Use Permit 24-03 for a 14-foot accessory structure at 685 W. Worthington Road
- Proposed removal of red curbs on East Barioni Boulevard between K Street and L Street
- Approval of Planning Commission meeting minutes from December 13, 2023
The Planning Commission approved a conditional use permit for a residential accessory structure. The Traffic Commission also approved the removal of red curbs at former bus stations on East Barioni Boulevard.
- Approved Conditional Use Permit 24-03 for a 14-foot accessory structure at 685 W. Worthington Road (3-0)
- Approved removal of red curbs at former bus stations on East Barioni Boulevard between K Street and L Street (3-0)
- Approved December 13, 2023 meeting minutes (3-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council is reviewing and amending the municipal budget for the second quarter of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2024. The proposed changes include adjustments to expenditure budgets and a decrease in projected sales tax revenue.
- Increase of $101,600 in the General Fund expenditure budget (01-110-5210)
- Increase of $50,000 in the CFD Funds expenditure budget
- Decrease of $225,700 in the Sales Tax revenue budget (01-000-4120)
The City Council adopted a plan for the Permanent Local Housing Allocation Program and approved the second quarter budget update for fiscal year 2024. Other actions included approving a beautification project site plan and the purchase of city welcome signs.
- Adopted Resolution 2024-06 for the Permanent Local Housing Allocation Program (5-0)
- Approved Phase I site plan for Highway 86 Beautification Project (5-0)
- Approved purchase of two welcome signs not to exceed $25,000 using ARPA funding (5-0)
- Authorized disposal of surplus Police Department equipment via auction, donation, and destruction (5-0)
- Adopted Resolution 2024-05 amending the municipal budget for Q2 FY 2024 (5-0)
- Approved Claims and Warrants Report and emergency continuations for water treatment and force main (4-0-1)
- Approved warrant # 115703 for Robert Amparano (4-0-1)
🗳️ How they voted (7 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council will consider declaring an emergency for a force main clean out failure at the Wastewater Treatment Plant. The body is also deciding on various infrastructure bids, park improvements, and city policy updates.
- Declaration of emergency for Wastewater Treatment Plant failure near Aten Road and Legakes Avenue
- Purchase of two 'Welcome to Imperial' signs not to exceed $25,000 using ARPA funding
- Authorization to solicit bids for Townsite Improvement Project at 7th, 10th, and 14th Street
- Approval of amended Sunset Park improvements and Playground Shade Installation bids
- Purchase of an 18-door pass-thru locker system for the police department evidence room
The City Council declared an emergency for a force main clean out failure at the Wastewater Treatment Plant. Other actions included appointing two Library Board members and adopting a new 9/80 work schedule policy.
- Declared emergency at Wastewater Treatment Plant for force main clean out failure (5-0)
- Appointed Ivonne Sotomayor and Alejandra Banda to the Library Board of Trustees (5-0)
- Authorized soliciting bids for Townsite Improvement Project at 7", 10" and 14" Street (3-0-2)
- Approved amended Sunset Park improvements and authorized bids for Playground Shade Installation (5-0)
- Adopted the City of Imperial 9/80 Work Schedule Policy (5-0)
- Authorized purchase of 18-door pass-thru locker system for police evidence room (5-0)
- Authorized Mayor to sign support letter for Low-Income Water Assistance Program (5-0)
- Tabled purchase of 'Welcome to Imperial' signs pending corrected quote (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (10 roll-call votes)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold a continued public hearing to recommend approval of a General Plan Amendment and zone change for the Fonzie Apartments. The proposal seeks to change the land use from Low Medium Density Residential to High Density Residential to allow for a 64-unit apartment complex.
- Proposed zone change from R-1 (Single Family Residential) to RA (Residential Apartment) for APN 044-200-098
- Proposed 64-unit apartment complex at the corner of Fonzie Avenue and Cross Road
- Project site consists of 2.38 acres
- CEQA exemption 21159.23 for Affordable Housing
- Resolution No. PC2023-12 regarding the General Plan Amendment and Zone Change 21-02
The Imperial Planning Commission voted 4-0 to deny Resolution No. PC2023-12, which would have recommended City Council approval of a General Plan Amendment changing the land use designation from Low Density Residential to High Density Residential and Zone Change 21-02 from Single Family Residential to Residential Apartments for APN 044-200-098. The public hearing, continued from December 13, 2023, was closed at 7:52 p.m. after twenty-one citizens addressed concerns about the zone change. City Manager Dennis H. Morita stated the resolution would be amended to reflect the recommendation to deny. Commissioner Harvey was absent.
- Denied Resolution No. PC2023-12, a General Plan Amendment and Zone Change 21-02 for APN 044-200-098 (4-0)
- Closed the continued public hearing at 7:52 p.m. after twenty-one citizens spoke
- Adjourned the meeting at 8:03 p.m.
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council
The City Council will consider authorizing the City Manager and Community Development Director to sign transportation funding agreements with Caltrans. The body will also discuss continuing emergency declarations for a water treatment plant pump and a damaged signal pole.
- Resolution 2024-03 to authorize signees for Caltrans master and supplemental agreements
- Continuation of emergency for Variable Frequency Drive failure at the Water Treatment Plant
- Continuation of emergency for damaged signal pole at Aten Road and Highway 86 intersection ($32,000 spent to date)
- Approval of Claims and Warrants Report totaling $510,934.90
- Appointments of primary and alternate representatives to 11 committees and agencies for 2024
The City Council approved the consent agenda, including the continuation of two local emergencies. Additionally, the Council authorized the City Manager and Community Development Director to sign agreements with the California Department of Transportation and confirmed committee appointments for 2024.
- Approved consent agenda (5-0)
- Approved Resolution No. 2024-03 for Caltrans agreement signees (5-0)
- Approved 2024 committee and commission appointments (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
City Council
The Imperial City Council convened a special meeting on March 24, 2020. The council entered a closed session to consult with the City Attorney and Police Department regarding a threat to public services or facilities. No action was taken during the closed session, and the meeting adjourned without any public decisions.
- Closed session consultation held (no action taken)
City Council
The City Council will vote on an emergency declaration regarding a variable frequency drive at the water treatment plant. The body is also reviewing several fund disbursements and park improvements.
- Resolution No. 2024-01 declaring an emergency for the Water Treatment Plant variable frequency drive
- Payment of $70,000 to Jupiter Ventures, LP from Monterrey CFD 2006-1
- Payment of $40,000 to Imperial Bratton, LP from Bratton CFD 2004-3
- Up to $120,000 in ARP A funding for decorative gravel at Sunset Park
- Proposal to remove a crosswalk on North Imperial Avenue
The Imperial City Council approved a resolution declaring an emergency at the Water Treatment Plant and authorized the City Manager to take necessary actions. The Council rejected all bids for the Highway 86 Fence Replacement Project, opting instead to proceed with day labor for a reduced scope. Additionally, the Council approved $70,000 and $40,000 partial disbursements from Community Facilities Districts to Jupiter Ventures, LP and Imperial Bratton, LP, respectively.
- Approved Resolution No. 2024-01 declaring emergency at Water Treatment Plant (5-0)
- Rejected all bids for Highway 86 Fence Replacement Project (5-0)
- Approved Resolution No. 2024-02 authorizing day labor for Highway 86 fence (5-0)
- Approved $70,000 disbursement from Monterrey CFD 2006-1 to Jupiter Ventures, LP (5-0)
- Approved $40,000 disbursement from Bratton CFD 2004-3 to Imperial Bratton, LP (5-0)
- Approved purchase of TruNarc Handheld Narcotic Analyzer for Police Dept up to $38,400 (5-0)
- Approved removal of crosswalk on N. Imperial Avenue between Barioni Blvd and 9th Street (5-0)
- Tabled authorization for $120,000 decorative gravel purchase for Sunset Park pending project overview (5-0)