City of El Centro Council Meeting :: September 1, 2026

The City of El Centro Council Meeting held on September 1, 2026, included several procurement and budget-related discussions. The council approved employment terms and salaries for key city positions including the Human Resource Director, Fire Chief, Chief of Police, and Community Service Director, with salaries ranging from $13,750 to $15,834 per month and cost of living adjustments. The council also approved the 2025 Urban Water Management Plan and Water Shortage Contingency Plan, authorizing submission to the California Department of Water Resources. A significant capital improvement project, the ATP Cycle Six project, was approved for public bidding with an estimated cost of $3.2 million, funded by a $1.2 million grant and local Measure D funds. The Southern Pump Station project was completed under budget, returning approximately $543,000 to the enterprise fund. The council discussed reallocating funds from the Working Hands Workforce Development Program to the Day Center operated by Catholic Charities to maximize impact on homelessness services. Additionally, the council approved guidelines and funding for a public art project as part of the Clean California grant, including a $1,500 payment to selected graphic artists. Public hearings were held on various planning and housing allocation items, with continuations and approvals as appropriate. Overall, the meeting focused on budget allocations, contract approvals, capital projects, and community service program funding.