May 6, 2026 Regular Meeting of the Imperial City Council

The City of Imperial held its regular City Council meeting on May 6, 2026, which included several procurement-related discussions. The council unanimously approved adding an urgent agenda item to replace failed air conditioning units at the wastewater treatment plant, awarding a contract to Imperial Valley Air Conditioning for $9,725 to expedite the purchase and installation without a competitive bidding process due to the critical nature of the equipment. Additionally, the council authorized staff to issue a Request for Proposals (RFP) for the Imperial Regional Park Development Project, aiming to create a master plan and shovel-ready design for a future regional park on 143 acres of city-owned land. The project scope includes potential amenities such as an indoor facility with a pool, contingent on funding availability. The council discussed the importance of involving city staff and possibly the public in the planning process. There was also an update on a citywide infrastructure modernization and utility savings program, with a preliminary $11 million turnkey design-build scope focusing on HVAC, lighting, building automation, solar installations, and EV chargers, leveraging grants and energy savings to fund improvements. Other agenda items included a public hearing on annual staffing vacancies and recruitment efforts, with no significant procurement actions. The meeting also featured updates on city operations, employee appreciation, and community engagement activities.