El Centro City Council
October 21, 2025

AGENDA

CITY OF EL CENTRO

CITY COUNCIL
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 21, 2025
City Hall Regular Meeting 3:30 PM

CITY HALL

COUNCIL CHAMBERS
1275 MAIN STREET
EL CENTRO, CA 92243
The public may attend in person. Any member of the public attending in person and wishing to make a comment is asked to complete a speaker slip and follow the instructions below regarding “Notice to the Public”. Any member of the public is invited to submit public comments in advance of the meeting to be answered at the meeting. Please email your questions to [email protected] or call 760-337-4515 by October 21, 2025.

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Mayor and Council Members may be reached at (760) 336-8989 Mayor:

Mayor Pro-Tem:

Council Members:

Sonia Carter
Marty Ellett
Sylvia Marroquin
Claudia Camarena
Michael Crankshaw
Acting City Manager: Robert Sawyer
City Attorney: Elizabeth Martyn Evans
City Clerk: Norma Wyles
3:30 PM CLOSED SESSION - CONFERENCE ROOM "A":

ROLL CALL:

CLOSED SESSION PUBLIC COMMENT:

Any member of the public wishing to address the City Council on any matter appearing on this agenda is asked to complete a "Speaker Slip" and submit it to the City Clerk prior to the start of the meeting. No comments on non-agenda items will be heard at this special meeting.

CITY COUNCIL ADJOURNS INTO CLOSED SESSION:

CITY COUNCIL CLOSED SESSION:

CLOSED SESSION PURSUANT TO GOVT. CODE SECTION 54956.9(a) - Sonia Carter v. City of El Centro
CLOSED SESSION PURSUANT TO GOVT. CODE SECTION 54957(b) - Public Employment - City Attorney
CLOSED SESSION PURSUANT TO GOVT. CODE SECTION 54959.9(d)(2) - Possible litigation against the City
CLOSED SESSION PURSUANT TO GOVT. CODE SECTION 54956.9(d)(4) - Possible litigation by the City

NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC
This is a public meeting. If there is an item on the agenda on which you wish to be heard, you are asked to complete a blue speaker slip and submit it to the City Clerk prior to the start of the meeting. Persons wishing to address the Council are not required to identify themselves (Gov’t Code § 54953.3); however, this information assists the Mayor by ensuring that all persons wishing to address the Council are recognized and also assists the City Clerk in preparing the City Council meeting minutes. When the item is announced and your name is called by the Mayor, please step to the podium and state your name for the record. Unless the Mayor extends the time, there is a three (3) minute time limit for each public presentation. If you wish to address the Council concerning any other matter not appearing on the agenda, you may do so during the public comment portion of the agenda. However, you may not show a visual presentation without review of that material. If you do so, you will be considered out of order. * Any information provided on the “Speaker Slip” is voluntary and will be public record 6:00 PM OPEN SESSION
ALL TIMES ARE APPROXIMATE AND MAY VARY:

CALL TO ORDER:

ROLL CALL BY CITY CLERK:

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:

INVOCATION:

CITY ATTORNEY REPORT ON CLOSED SESSION:
(TIME MAY VARY) PUBLIC COMMENTS:

The City Council welcomes your input. At this time, members of the public may address the City Council on any matter not listed on the posted agenda. Pursuant to the Brown Act, no action will be taken on any issue brought forth under Public Comments. We ask that you please complete a “Speaker Slip” and submit it to the City Clerk prior to the start of the meeting. Although you are not required to identify yourself (Gov’t Code §54953.3); this information on the “Speaker Slip” assists the Mayor that all persons wishing to address the Council are recognized and also assists the City Clerk in preparing the City Council meeting minutes. Unless the Mayor extends the time, there is a three (3) minute time limit for each public presentation. * Any information provided on the “Speaker Slip” is voluntary and will be public record.

PRESENTATIONS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS BY MAYOR:

1. Proclamation - Rafael Solis Day, 100th Birthday.

2. Catholic Charities - Working Hands Program Update.

3. Quiet Servant Award - Resident Award, Verna Wow-Wright and Employee Award, Fernando Bañuelos.

4. SoCal Gas Co Rates Update - Deborah McGarry, Public Affairs Manager.

CONSENT AGENDA (ITEMS 5-15):

5. Approve Warrant Registers for the Month of September 2025.

6. Approve Payroll Registers for the Month of September 2025.

7. Approve Treasurer's Report of the Month of September 2025.

8. Approval of the minutes of the City Council meetings held on September 16, 2025, September 30, 2025, and October 14, 2025.

9. 2nd Reading and Adoption of Ordinance No. 25-05, AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL CENTRO REPEALING CHAPTER 11, ARTICLE V; AMENDING CHAPTER 16, ARTICLE VIII; AND AMENDING CHAPTER 29 OF THE EL CENTRO CITY CODE ESTABLISHING REGULATIONS ON MOBILE VENDING, waive reading and adopt by title only.

10. 2nd Reading and Adoption of Ordinance No. 25-06, AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY

COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL CENTRO AMENDING THE ZONING MAP OF THE CITY OF EL CENTRO PERTAINING TO CHANGE OF ZONE 22-05, waive reading and adopt by title only.

11. Adopt Resolution 25- , A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL

CENTRO AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO FILE A FINANCING APPLICATION

TO THE STATE WATER BOARD FOR FINANCING APPLICATIONS FOR A DRINKING WATER SERVICE.

12. Adopt Resolution No. 25- , RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL

CENTRO AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO FILE A FINANCING APPLICATION

TO THE STATE WATER BOARD FOR FINANCING APPLICATIONS FOR A CONNECTION TO THE CITY SEWER SYSTEM.

13. Adopt Resolution No. 25- , RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF

EL CENTRO AUTHORIZING THE EL CENTRO POLICE DEPARTMENT TO

PARTICIPATE IN THE DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY GRANT PROGRAM FOR OPERATION STONEGARDEN 2024.

14. Adopt Resolution. 25- , A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL CENTRO AUTHORIZING THE ACCEPTANCE OF CITIZENS’ OPTION FOR PUBLIC SAFETY PROGRAM FUNDS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2023-2024 THROUGH THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA LOCAL SAFETY AND PROTECTION ACCOUNT.

15. Dispatcher Recruitment Incentive Program.

PUBLIC HEARINGS:

16. Amendment to Municipal Code Chapter 17, Section 60 regarding the prohibition of vehicles with more than two axles on portions of Wake Avenue and 8th Street.

Presentation: Abraham Campos, Public Works Director/City Engineer Recommendation:

Introduce and approve Ordinance No. 25- , AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL CENTRO AMENDING THE MUNICIPAL CODE CHAPTER 17, SECTION 60, REGARDING COMMERCIAL VEHICLES WITH MORE THAN TWO AXLES, waive reading and approve as a 1st reading and authorize City Clerk to place on the next agenda for second reading and adoption.

17. Continuance of Public Hearing to Consider Setting Mobile Vendor Permit Fees.

Presentation: Angel Hernandez, Community Development Director Recommendation:

Staff requests that the City Council defer action and discussion on mobile vending permit fees to allow additional time for staff to complete the required public noticing related to the proposed fee updates. Staff further recommends continuing the public hearing to the City Council meeting of November 4, 2025.

NEW BUSINESS:

18. Appointment of City Manager.

Presentation: Dulce Bedolla, Human Resource Director
Recommendation:

Adopt Resolution No. 25- , RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF

EL CENTRO ESTABLISHING THE COMPENSATION AND EMPLOYMENT TERMS FOR THE POSITION OF CITY MANAGER.

19. Ratify Letter of Support - Controlled Thermal Resources — Hell's Kitchen Project.

Presentation: Robert Sawyer, Acting City Manager
Recommendation:

Ratify letter of support request received by Controlled Thermal Resources for the Hell's Kitchen Project for Imperial County.

20. Discussion and any necessary action regarding the appointments to the Library and Community Services Board to fill three (3) scheduled vacancies.

Presentation: Sonia Carter , Mayor
Recommendation:

Mayor's Recommendation: Approve three (3) appointments to the Library and Community Services Board with new terms ending June 30, 2028.

21. Discussion and any necessary action regarding the appointment to the Imperial Valley Housing Authority Board to fill one (1) scheduled vacancy.

Presentation: Sonia Carter , Mayor
Recommendation:

Mayor's Recommendation: Approve one (1) appointment to the Imperial Valley Housing Authority Board with term ending July 1, 2029.

LEGISLATIVE ACTION:

INFORMATIONAL ITEMS:

22. Received and referred to Community Development Department, Application for Alcoholic Beverage License — Walmart Inc. El Centro Fuel Station #1555 NCW of Waterman Ave and Bradshaw Re El Centro, CA 92243.

23. Received and referred to Community Development Department, Application for Alcoholic Beverage License- Peraza Plaza llc 669 W Main St. El Centro, CA 92243-4455.

24. Received and referred to City Council, Certificate of Mailing Notice of Application to the City, County and Municipal Governmental Agencies for Southern California Gas Company filled its Cost Allocation Proceeding Application A-25-09-014.

TASK FORCE AND MAYOR/ CONFERENCE REPORTS - COUNCIL MEMBER REPORTS:

CITY MANAGER REPORT:

ADJOURNMENT:

Materials related to an item on this Agenda submitted to the City Council after distribution of the agenda packet will be available for public inspection at the Office of the City Clerk, 1275 Main Street, El Centro, California 92243, Monday-Friday during normal business hours.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, you should contact the office of the City Clerk at (760) 337-4515.

Notification at least 48 hours prior to the meeting will enable the City to make reasonable arrangement to assure accessibility to this meeting.

City Council of the City of El Centro
1275 W. Main Street
El Centro, CA 92243

SUBMITTED
ACTION ITEM (ID # 2025-309)
Item: 1.

Meeting: 10/21/2025 3:30 PM
Department: City Manager
Category: Presentation
Prepared by: Gloria Garcia , Staff
Asssistant
Department Head:

DOC ID: 2025-309
Proclamation - Rafael Solis Day, 100th Birthday.

CITY MANAGER'S RECOMMENDATION:

N/A
FISCAL IMPACT:

N/A
STRATEGIC PLANNING PROGRAM 2022-2027 RELATION:

DUE DILIGENCE CHECK FOR CONTRACTORS/CONSULTANTS: DID THE

DEPARTMENT VERIFY CURRENT EL CENTRO BUSINESS LICENSE,
CONTRACTOR'S LICENSE, REFERENCE CHECKS, INSURANCE, ETC.:

N/A
BACKGROUND:

N/A
DISCUSSION:

N/A
CONCLUSION:

N/A
ATTACHMENTS:

None

City Council of the City of El Centro
1275 W. Main Street
El Centro, CA 92243

SUBMITTED
ACTION ITEM (ID # 2025-307)
Item: 2.

Meeting: 10/21/2025 3:30 PM
Department: Community Services
Category: Presentation
Prepared by: Clara Obeso, Comm.

Services Speciliast
Department Head: Adriana Nava
DOC ID: 2025-307
Catholic Charities - Working Hands Program Update.

CITY MANAGER'S RECOMMENDATION:

This is a presentation item only.

FISCAL IMPACT:

The scope of work carried out by Catholic Charities has no fiscal impact on the City’s General Fund, as all program activities are funded through Permanent Local Housing Allocation (PLHA) grant funds. Pursuant to the Compensation Schedule, the cost of year one was $386,428.67.

STRATEGIC PLANNING PROGRAM 2022-2027 RELATION:

Community Health, Safety & Welfare
City Beautification, Engagement & Civic Pride
DUE DILIGENCE CHECK FOR CONTRACTORS/CONSULTANTS: DID THE

DEPARTMENT VERIFY CURRENT EL CENTRO BUSINESS LICENSE,
CONTRACTOR'S LICENSE, REFERENCE CHECKS, INSURANCE, ETC.:

Due diligence was carried out when the contract was awarded to Catholic Charities.

BACKGROUND:

In 2022, the City of El Centro received Permanent Local Housing Allocation (PLHA) grant funds to support local housing and homelessness initiatives. As part of the application process, the City developed and submitted a Five-Year Plan detailing how funds would be allocated to eligible activities in accordance with program guidelines. Through extensive public outreach, community stakeholders identified that the greatest need was to assist individuals who are experiencing homelessness or at risk of becoming homeless.

In response, the City entered into an agreement with Catholic Charities in 2024 to implement a streets-to-work program, a workforce development initiative designed to provide meaningful employment experience and income to individuals experiencing homelessness, helping them achieve housing stability and self-sufficiency.

DISCUSSION:

The Working Hands Program was established to create meaningful pathways to economic opportunity and self-sufficiency for individuals experiencing homelessness. By connecting participants to job training, employment opportunities, and supportive services in a coordinated manner, the City aims to strengthen long-term access to both stable employment and housing.

Through a partnership with Catholic Charities, the program seeks to reduce overall demand on the local homeless system of care as participants transition toward independence. This collaboration directly supports the City’s broader goals of reducing

homelessness and fostering community resilience. Integrating workforce development with homeless services serves as a key strategy to improve access, enhance employability, and maximize income opportunities for those striving to rebuild their lives.

Generally, the Working Hands Programs includes the following components:
• Employment Stabilization- Creating resumes, searching for job opportunities, preparing for interviews, providing references.
• Housing Identification- Day Center team members recruit and engage landlords and assist participants locating and securing safe and affordable housing • Financial Literacy- Day Center team members assist participants in developing a personal budget, opening a bank account, setting financial goals, and creating saving plans.

CONCLUSION:

The purpose of the presentation by Catholic Charities is to provide the City Council with an update on the program’s progress, highlighting key successes and challenges as the first year of the agreement nears completion.

ATTACHMENTS:

1. Signed Agreement

City Council of the City of El Centro
1275 W. Main Street
El Centro, CA 92243

SUBMITTED
ACTION ITEM (ID # 2025-329)
Item: 3.

Meeting: 10/21/2025 3:30 PM
Department: City Manager
Category: Presentation
Prepared by: Cindy De Zilwa,
Management Assistant
Department Head: Sonia Carter
DOC ID: 2025-329
Quiet Servant Award - Resident Award, Verna Wow-Wright and Employee Award, Fernando Bañuelos.

CITY MANAGER'S RECOMMENDATION:

N/A
FISCAL IMPACT:

N/A
STRATEGIC PLANNING PROGRAM 2022-2027 RELATION:

DUE DILIGENCE CHECK FOR CONTRACTORS/CONSULTANTS: DID THE

DEPARTMENT VERIFY CURRENT EL CENTRO BUSINESS LICENSE,
CONTRACTOR'S LICENSE, REFERENCE CHECKS, INSURANCE, ETC.:

N/A
BACKGROUND:

N/A
DISCUSSION:

N/A
CONCLUSION:

N/A
ATTACHMENTS:

None

City Council of the City of El Centro
1275 W. Main Street
El Centro, CA 92243

SUBMITTED
ACTION ITEM (ID # 2025-326)
Item: 4.

Meeting: 10/21/2025 3:30 PM
Department: City Manager
Category: Presentation
Prepared by: Cindy De Zilwa,
Management Assistant
Department Head: Robert Sawyer
DOC ID: 2025-326
SoCal Gas Co Rates Update - Deborah McGarry, Public Affairs Manager.

CITY MANAGER'S RECOMMENDATION:

N/A
FISCAL IMPACT:

N/A
STRATEGIC PLANNING PROGRAM 2022-2027 RELATION:

DUE DILIGENCE CHECK FOR CONTRACTORS/CONSULTANTS: DID THE

DEPARTMENT VERIFY CURRENT EL CENTRO BUSINESS LICENSE,
CONTRACTOR'S LICENSE, REFERENCE CHECKS, INSURANCE, ETC.:

N/A
BACKGROUND:

N/A
DISCUSSION:

N/A
CONCLUSION:

N/A
ATTACHMENTS:

None

City Council of the City of El Centro
1275 W. Main Street
El Centro, CA 92243

SUBMITTED
ACTION ITEM (ID # 2025-322)
Item: 5.

Meeting: 10/21/2025 3:30 PM
Department: Finance
Category: Action Item
Prepared by: Esmeralda Nunez,
Accounting Assistant
Department Head:

DOC ID: 2025-322
Approve Warrant Registers for the Month of September 2025.

CITY MANAGER'S RECOMMENDATION:

FISCAL IMPACT:

STRATEGIC PLANNING PROGRAM 2022-2027 RELATION:

DUE DILIGENCE CHECK FOR CONTRACTORS/CONSULTANTS: DID THE

DEPARTMENT VERIFY CURRENT EL CENTRO BUSINESS LICENSE,
CONTRACTOR'S LICENSE, REFERENCE CHECKS, INSURANCE, ETC.:

BACKGROUND:

DISCUSSION:

CONCLUSION:

ATTACHMENTS:

1. Sept. 2025

City Council of the City of El Centro
1275 W. Main Street
El Centro, CA 92243

SUBMITTED
ACTION ITEM (ID # 2025-331)
Item: 6.

Meeting: 10/21/2025 3:30 PM
Department: Finance
Category: Action Item
Prepared by: Cristhian Zambrano,
Payroll Specialist
Department Head: Elizabeth Fuchen
DOC ID: 2025-331
Approve Payroll Registers for the Month of September 2025.

CITY MANAGER'S RECOMMENDATION:

Approve Payroll Registers for the Month of September 2025.

FISCAL IMPACT:

STRATEGIC PLANNING PROGRAM 2022-2027 RELATION:

DUE DILIGENCE CHECK FOR CONTRACTORS/CONSULTANTS: DID THE

DEPARTMENT VERIFY CURRENT EL CENTRO BUSINESS LICENSE,
CONTRACTOR'S LICENSE, REFERENCE CHECKS, INSURANCE, ETC.:

BACKGROUND:

DISCUSSION:

CONCLUSION:

ATTACHMENTS:

1. PAYROLL REGISTERS SEPTEMBER 2025

City Council of the City of El Centro
1275 W. Main Street
El Centro, CA 92243

SUBMITTED
ACTION ITEM (ID # 2025-320)
Item: 7.

Meeting: 10/21/2025 3:30 PM
Department: Finance
Category: Informational Items
Prepared by: Nora Salas, Accountant
Department Head:

DOC ID: 2025-320
Approve Treasurer's Report of the Month of September 2025.

CITY MANAGER'S RECOMMENDATION:

FISCAL IMPACT:

STRATEGIC PLANNING PROGRAM 2022-2027 RELATION:

DUE DILIGENCE CHECK FOR CONTRACTORS/CONSULTANTS: DID THE

DEPARTMENT VERIFY CURRENT EL CENTRO BUSINESS LICENSE,
CONTRACTOR'S LICENSE, REFERENCE CHECKS, INSURANCE, ETC.:

BACKGROUND:

DISCUSSION:

CONCLUSION:

ATTACHMENTS:

1. Treasurer's Report September 2025

CITY OF EL CENTRO

TREASURER'S REPORT

SCHEDULE OF INVESTMENTS
SEPTEMBER 2025
Maturity
Date
Rate Market
Par tPcntI YTM Cost Value

GENERAL ACCOUNT
U.S, Savings and CD's
Subtotal
U.S. Government Obligations
Federal Home Loan Bks 3130AM2F8
Subtotal
04/29/26 $ 750,000 1.125 1.150 $ 750,000 $ 738,278
750,000 750,000 738,278
Other Investments
Cash Equiv.

Local Agency Investment Fund
Subtotal
$ 5,960,721
66,450,900

0.010 0.010 $

4.258 4.251 $
5,960,721
66,450,900
$ 5,960,721
$ 66,450,900
72,411,621 72,411,621 72,411,621
Subtotal 73,161,621 73,161,621 73,149,899
Bonds
1,967,001
1,096,994
24,814,478
27,878,473

0.010 0.010 $

0.010 0.010 $

0.010 0.010 $
Series B $ - 2007 Redevelopment
2021 Series A - Library Bond Project
2023 Series A - Police Station Project
1,967,001
1,096,994
24,814,478
1,967,001
1,096,994
24,814,478
$ $
$ $
27,878,473 27,878,473
Total 101,040,094 101,040,094 101,028,371 i 2

CITY OF EL CENTRO

TREASURER'S REPORT

SCHEDULE OF INVESTMENTS
SEPTEMBER 2025
Prior Fiscal
Year YTD
Same Period
This
Month
Fiscal
YTD
Interest Received
25 $ 73 $ 140,272
768,457
Other Investments
LAIF
Total
720,125
25 720,198 $ 908,729
Balance
08/31/25
Balance
Change 09/30/25
Monthly Activity
General Accounts
U.S. Savings and CD's
U.S. Corporate Obligations
U.S. GovernmentObligations
Cash Equiv. & Other Investments
LAIF
$
750,000
5,960,721
66,450,900
750,000
5,960,696
66,450,900
25 73,161,596 25 $ 73,161,621
Trustee Accounts
Series B - 2007 Redevelopment
Library 2021 Bond Project
El Centro Police 2023 Bond Project
1,960,424 6,577 $
1,096,984

24.726.933
27,784,342
1,967,001
1,096,994

24.814.478
27,878,473

9.32 87,544
94,130 $
Total $ 100,945,938 S 101,040,094
1 hereby certify that this report reflects the pooled investments of the City of El Centro and is in conformity with the Investment Policy of the City as adopted by the City Council on February 21,2001.

A copy of this Policy is available at the Office of the City Clerk. In the opinion of the undersigned, the City's expenditure requirements for the following six months, can be met from projected revenues and maturities of Investments listed herein.

Elizabeth Fuchen
Interim Finance Director

Cityof El Centro
Treasurer’s Report
Summary of Investments
as of 09/30/2025
Investment Unrealized
gain/loss Net increase
decrease
Market Value
end of Period
percent
of total
income
Cost/Par to-date
I U.S. Savings and CD's 0%
U.S Corporate Obligations $ 2 0%
3 U.S. Government Obligati 750,000 (11,723) 738,278 1%
4 Cash Equiv. & Other Inve: $ 5,960,721 $ 5,960,721 8%
5 LAIF $ 66,450,900 $ 66,450,900 91%
Total $ 73,161,621 (11,723) S 73,149,899 100%
(*) Investments 1 through 5
Investments are held to maturity redemption is at cost rendering no loss.

City Council of the City of El Centro
1275 W. Main Street
El Centro, CA 92243

SUBMITTED
ACTION ITEM (ID # 2025-335)
Item: 8.

Meeting: 10/21/2025 3:30 PM
Department: City Clerk
Category: Action Item
Prepared by: Norma Wyles, City Clerk
Department Head: Norma Wyles
DOC ID: 2025-335
Approval of the minutes of the City Council meetings held on September 16, 2025, September 30, 2025, and October 14, 2025.

CITY MANAGER'S RECOMMENDATION:

Approve the City Council minutes of September 16, 2025, September 30, 2025, and October 14, 2025.

FISCAL IMPACT:

STRATEGIC PLANNING PROGRAM 2022-2027 RELATION:

DUE DILIGENCE CHECK FOR CONTRACTORS/CONSULTANTS: DID THE

DEPARTMENT VERIFY CURRENT EL CENTRO BUSINESS LICENSE,
CONTRACTOR'S LICENSE, REFERENCE CHECKS, INSURANCE, ETC.:

BACKGROUND:

DISCUSSION:

CONCLUSION:

ATTACHMENTS:

1. 09-16-2025 Regular CC Minutes

2. 09-30-2025 Special Meeting CC Minutes

3. 10-14-2025 Special Meeting CC Minutes

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REGULAR MEETING

EL CENTRO CITY COUNCIL

CITY HALL, COUNCIL CHAMBERS
1275 MAIN STREET, EL CENTRO, CA
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 16, 2025, 3:30 P.M.

The El Centro City Council met in a regular session on Tuesday, September 16, 2025 at 3:32 p.m. in Conference Room A, El Centro City Hall, 1275 W. Main Street, El Centro, California for the purpose of closed session.

PRESENT: Council: Crankshaw, Camarena, Carter, Ellett, Marroquin City Clerk Wyles, Acting City Manager Sawyer, City Attorney Martyn Evans ABSENT: None

CLOSED SESSION PUBLIC COMMENT
None

CITY COUNCIL CLOSED SESSION
Moved by Ellett, second by Camarena, to adjourn into closed session for:

CLOSED SESSION PURSUANT TO GOVT. CODE SECTION 54957:

Public Employee Appointment – City Manager
CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS PURSUANT TO GOVT. CODE SECTION 54957.6:

City Representative: City Council
Negotiating with: City Manager Candidate
Regarding salary and terms
CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS PURSUANT TO GOVT. CODE SECTION 54957.6:

City representatives: Patrick Clark, Consultant, Andy Heath, Interim Finance Director, Dulce Bedolla, Human Resource Director
Negotiating withal bargaining units except the Police Officer Associations and Water and Wastewater regarding salaries and fringe benefits.

Motion unanimously carried.

Closed Session concluded at 5:50 p.m.

City Council recessed to 6:00 p.m.

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OPEN SESSION
The El Centro City Council met in a regular session on Tuesday, September 16, 2025, at 6:02 p.m. in Council Chambers, El Centro City Hall, 1275 Main Street, El Centro, California.

PRESENT: Council: Crankshaw, Camarena, Carter, Ellett, Marroquin City Clerk Wyles, Acting City Manager Sawyer, City Attorney Martyn Evans Pledge of Allegiance to the flag of the United States of America was led by Council Member Crankshaw and Invocation was given by Mayor Pro-Tem Ellett.

CITY ATTORNEY REPORT ON CLOSED SESSION
No reportable action.

ADDED ITEM TO CONSENT AGENDA
City Council approval to add item 16a – Approval of a resolution amending El Centro Police Officers Association Resolution No. 25-49, to agenda.

AYES: Crankshaw, Camarena, Carter, Ellett, Marroquin
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAINED: None

PUBLIC COMMENTS
Public comment was received from Peter Martinez, Mary Helen McCombs, Mitch Barber and Sky Ainsworth.

PRESENTATION AND ANNOUNCEMENTS BY MAYOR

1. Proclamation for Domestic Violence Awareness Month, October 2025.

2. Proclamation for National Fire Prevention Week, October 5-11, 2025.

3. Presentation by Kurt Leptick and Chuck Fisher, regarding a Flag Project by the Kiwanis Club.

4. Presentation by Reps 4 Vets, by Brendon Brown.

CONSENT AGENDA (ITEMS 5-16A)
Moved by Ellett, second by Camarena, approving consent items # 5-16A.

5. Approval of Warrant Registers for the month of August 2025.

6. Approval of Payroll Registers for the month of August 2025.

7. Approval of Treasurer’s Report for the month of August 2025.

8. Approval of the minutes of the City Council meetings held on August 28, 2025 and September 2, 2025.

9. Approval of the Valley Center Point Plaza Demolition Project Plans and Specifications.

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10. Adoption of Resolution No. 25-56, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL

CENTRO APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING THE PURCHASE OF EQUIPMENT FOR THE

PUBLIC WORKS STREET MAINTENANCE DIVISION

11. Adoption of Resolution No. 25-57, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL

CENTRO AUTHORIZING THE ACCEPTANCE OF GRANT FUNDS FROM THE DEPARTMENT OF ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE CONTROL FOR THE FY 2025 ALCOHOL POLICING PARTNERSHIP GRANT PROGRAM.

12. Adoption of Resolution No. 25-58, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL CENTRO ESTABLISHING THE APPROPRIATIONS LIMIT FO THE 2025-2026 FISCAL YEAR

IN ACCORDANCE WITH ARTICLE XIII B OF THE CONSITUTION OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA.

13. Adoption of Resolution No. 25-59, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL

CENTRO APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING THE PURCHASE OF A SERVICE TRUCK FOR THE PUBLIC WORKS MAINTENANCE DIVISION BASED UPON INFORMAL BIDS.

14. Adoption of Resolution No. 25-60, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL

CENTRO ADOPTING A REVISED TRAVEL EXPENSE AND REIMBURSEMENT POLICY FOR ELECTED OFFICIAL.

15. Adoption of Resolution No. 25-61, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL CENTRO ADOPTING A REVISED CAL-CARD POLICY.

16. Adoption of Resolution No. 25-62, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL

CENTRO APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING THE PURCHASE OF A FORKLIFT FOR THE PUBLIC WORKS WATER TREATMENT PLANT.
16A. Adoption of Resolution No. 25-63, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL CENTRO AMENDING RESOLUTION NO. 25-49, MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING DATED JULY 1, 2025 – JUNE 30, 2027 EL CENTRO POLICE OFFICERS ASSOCIATION.

AYES: Crankshaw, Camarena, Carter, Ellett, Marroquin
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAINED: None

PUBLIC HEARING

17. This was the scheduled date and time for a public hearing to consider approval from the Planning Commission on amending the Mobile Vending Regulations. Presentation by Angel Hernandez, Community Development Director. Mayor Carter opened the public hearing and invited anyone wishing to speak to come forward. Seeing no one come forward, Mayor Carter closed the public hearing and returned the item to the City Council for comments.

Council Member Crankshaw inquired whether the city had any opposition to the amendment; staff confirmed there was none.

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Council member Camarena asked what is the cost of the twelve-month permit and Mr. Hernandez answered that the cost was not included because it is still being changed. Council Camarena asked regarding street fairs and also regarding the two-hour parking limit in downtown area. Council member Camarena asked if the Mobile vehicles are parked in a two-hour area, do they have to move their vehicles every two hours. Mr. Hernandez stated that they would have to move the vehicle.

Council Member Crankshaw asked for an example of a sidewalk vendor. Mr. Hernandez explained that it would include individuals with a truck or trailer who set up a station to sell their products. Council Member Crankshaw also inquired about how the program would be regulated. Mr. Hernandez responded that the permit process would help regulate the program by allowing the city to track the number of registered vendors.

Mayor Carter had a concern regarding the set-up time for mobile vendors and asked if the guidelines for the program can be modified and Mr. Hernandez stated that it can be modified.

Council member Camarena asked if our ordinance was friendly as other cities. She also asked about the location of Adams Avenue, between 4th and Imperial, will the ordinance say that vending is prohibited in this area and is it for every vendor or for sidewalk vendors. Mr. Hernandez explained that this ordinance for vendors that are on the street or set up a stand on the sidewalk. None private property vendors are included on this ordinance.

Moved by Marroquin, second by Camarena, approval of Ordinance No. 25-05, AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF EL CENTRO REPEALING CHAPTER 11, ARTICLE V; AMENDING CHAPTER 16, ARTICLE VIII; AND AMENDING CHAPTER 29 OF THE EL CENTRO CITY CODE ESTABLISHING REGULATIONS ON MOBILE VENDING, waive reading and approve as a 1st reading and authorize the City Clerk to place on the next agenda for second reading and adoption.

AYES: Crankshaw, Camarena, Carter, Ellett, Marroquin
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAINED: None

18. This was the scheduled date and time for a public hearing to consider the recommendation from the Planning Commission regarding Negative Declaration 22-04 for the Vasquez Apartment Project at 1274 Pico Avenue. Presentation by Angel Hernandez, Community Development Director. Mayor Carter opened the public hearing and invited anyone wishing to speak to come forward. Seeing no one come forward, Mayor Carter closed the public hearing and returned the item to the City Council for comments.

Mayor Pro-Tem Ellett expressed concerns regarding parking availability. In response, Mr. Hernandez stated that the project will include 108 parking spaces designated for residents.

Council Member Crankshaw inquired about the location of the retention basins and expressed approval that they will be situated at the rear of the property. He also asked whether rezoning occurs frequently. Mr. Hernandez responded that the city typically receives up to two rezoning requests per year and noted that the process is generally lengthy.

Council Member Marroquin asked how the conditions have improved since the last time that this project was presented to Council. For example, if there was a fire, how are people able to get out in case this happens. Mr. Hernandez explained that they will be secondary entrance the location.

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Council Member Marroquin expressed concern regarding the location of Pico and Imperial Avenue, she is worried it will cause a traffic congestion. Mr. Hernandez explained that a traffic analysis has been conducted for the location and there were no impacts.

Mayor Pro-Tem Ellett inquired about the rental rates for the proposed units. It was clarified that the rent will be set at market value.

Council Member Camarena asked whether the proposed senior housing units would consist of onebedroom or two-bedroom apartments. The applicant confirmed that the senior apartments will be twobedroom units.

Moved by Ellett, second by Camarena, approval of Resolution No. 25-64, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL CENTRO ADOPTING NEGATIVE DCLARATION 22-04 (SCH# 2023-060637) FOR CHANGE OF ZONE 22-05, AND GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT 22- 05, A PROPOSED ZONE CHANGE FROM R1 (SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL) TO R3 (MULTIPLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL), AND GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT FOR CONSISTENCY WITH THE ZONING MAP, LOCATED AT 1274 WEST PICO AVENUE, FURTHER IDENTIFIED BY APN 044-261-010.

AYES: Crankshaw, Camarena, Carter, Ellett, Marroquin
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAINED: None

19. This was the scheduled date and time for a public hearing to consider the recommendation from the Planning Commission regarding General Plan Amendment 22-05 for the Vasquez Apartment Project at 1274 Pico Avenue. Presentation by Angel Hernandez, Community Development Director. Mayor Carter opened the public hearing and invited anyone wishing to speak to come forward. Seeing no one come forward, Mayor Carter closed the public hearing and returned the item to the City Council for comments.

Moved by Crankshaw, second by Carter, adoption of Resolution No. 25-65, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ELCENTRO APPROVING GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT 22-05 CHANGING THE LAND USE DESIGNATION FROM LOW-DENSITY RESIDENTIAL TO HIGHMEDIUM DENSITY RESIDENTIAL FOR PROPERTY WITH APN 044-161-010AND LOCATED AT 1274

WEST PICO AVENUE, AND DECLARING SAME TO BE FIRST GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT FOR CALENDAR YEAR 2025.

AYES: Crankshaw, Camarena, Carter, Ellett, Marroquin
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAINED: None

20. This was the scheduled date and time for a public hearing to consider the recommendation from the Planning Commission regarding Change of Zone 22-05 for the Vasquez Apartment Project at 1274 Pico Avenue. Presentation by Angel Hernandez, Community Development Director. Mayor Carter opened the public hearing and invited anyone wishing to speak to come forward. Seeing no one come forward, Mayor Carter closed the public hearing and returned the item to the City Council for comments.

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Moved by Crankshaw, second by Camarena, adoption of Ordinance No. 25-06, ORDINANCE OF THE CITY

COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL CENTRO AMENDING THE ZONING MAP OF THE CITY OF EL CENTRO PERTAINING TO CHANGE OF ZONE 22-05, waive reading and approve as a 1st reading and authorize the City Clerk to place on the next agenda for second reading and adoption.

AYES: Crankshaw, Camarena, Carter, Ellett, Marroquin
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAINED: None

NEW BUSINESS

21. Motion by Marroquin, second by Crankshaw, approval of community sponsorship request from MANA de Imperial Valley in the amount of $500.

AYES: Crankshaw, Camarena, Carter, Marroquin
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAINED: Ellett

22. Moved by Crankshaw, second by Carter, adopting Resolution No. 25-66, RESOLUTION OF THE

CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL CENTRO AWARDING THE BID AND AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF A CONTRACT FOR THE FRAZIER FIELD IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT.

AYES: Crankshaw, Camarena, Carter, Ellett, Marroquin
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAINED: None

23. Moved by Ellett, second by Marroquin, authorization of budget as requested and authorize Change Order No. 2 to Pacific Hydrotech Corporation.

AYES: Crankshaw, Camarena, Carter, Ellett, Marroquin
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAINED: None

24. Motion by Marroquin, second by Carter, cancelling the October 7, 2025, City Council meeting.

AYES: Crankshaw, Camarena, Carter, Ellett, Marroquin
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAINED: None
LEGISLATIVE ACTION:

None

TASK FORCE AND MAYOR & COUNCIL MEMBERS REPORTS
Council Members provided updates on their activities since the last City Council meeting and shared information on upcoming events.

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CITY MANAGER REPORT
Reported on recent activities.

ADJOURNMENT
With no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 8:53 pm. __________________________
Norma Wyles, City Clerk
APPROVED BY:
________________________________
Sonia Carter, Mayor

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SPECIAL MEETING

EL CENTRO CITY COUNCIL

CONFERENCE ROOM A
1275 MAIN STREET, EL CENTRO, CA
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 30, 2025, 3:00 P.M.

OPEN SESSION
The El Centro City Council met in a special meeting on Tuesday, September 30, 2025 at 3:00 p.m. in Conference Room A, El Centro City Hall, 1275 Main Street, El Centro, California.

PRESENT: Council: Crankshaw, Camarena, Ellett, Marroquin City Clerk Wyles, Acting City Manager Sawyer, City Attorney Martyn Evans ABSENT: Council (Carter arrived at 3:31 pm)
MOTION TO GO INTO CLOSED SESSION:

Moved by Ellett, second by Marroquin to go into closed session at 2:32 p.m.

CLOSED SESSION PUBLIC COMMENT:

No comments were received.

CITY COUNCIL CLOSED SESSION
CLOSED SESSION PURSUANT TO GOVT. CODE SECTION 54956.9(b)(1):

Sonia Carter v. City of El Centro
CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS:

Agency designated representatives: Patrick Clark, Consultant, Dulce Bedolla, HR Director, Andy Heath, Interim Finance Director
Employee organizations: All organizations except Police Officers and Water and Wastewater Negotiating regarding salaries and fringe benefits.

CLOSED SESSION PURSUANT TO GOVT. CODE SECTION 54957:

Public Employee Performance Evaluation – City Clerk
CLOSED SESSION PURSUANT TO GOVT. CODE SECTION 54957:

Public Employee Employment – City Manager
CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS:

Agency Representatives: City Council
Negotiating with: City Manager
Under Negotiation: Compensation and terms
CLOSED SESSION PURSUANT TO GOVT. CODE SECTION 54957.9(b)(2):

Anticipated Litigation – 1 case
CITY ATTORNEY REPORT ON CLOSED SESSION:

No reportable action.

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ADJOURNMENT
With no further business to come before City Council, the meeting adjourned at 7:00 p.m. ____________________________
Norma Wyles, City Clerk
APPROVED BY:
_________________________
Sonia Carter, Mayor

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SPECIAL MEETING

EL CENTRO CITY COUNCIL

CITY HALL, RDA CONFERENCE ROOM
1249 MAIN STREET, EL CENTRO, CA
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 14, 2025, 3:30 P.M.

OPEN SESSION
The El Centro City Council met in a special meeting on Tuesday, October 14, 2025 at 3:30 p.m. in RDA Conference Room, 1249 Main Street, El Centro, California.

PRESENT: Council: Crankshaw, Camarena, Ellett, Marroquin City Clerk Wyles, Acting City Manager Sawyer, City Attorney Martyn Evans ABSENT: Council (Carter arrived at 4:45 pm)
MOTION TO GO INTO CLOSED SESSION:

Moved by Marroquin, second by Crankshaw to go into closed session at 3:35 p.m.

CLOSED SESSION PUBLIC COMMENT:

None

CITY COUNCIL CLOSED SESSION
CLOSED SESSION PURSUANT TO GOVT. CODE SECTION 54956.9(a):

Sonia Carter v. City of El Centro
CLOSED SESSION PURSUANT TO GOVT. CODE SECTION 54957(b):

Public Employee Appointment – City Manager

CITY ATTORNEY REPORT ON CLOSED SESSION
No reportable action.

OPEN SESSION
The El Centro City Council met in a special meeting on Tuesday, October 14, 2025 at 7:58 p.m. in Council Chambers, El Centro City Hall, 1275 Main Street, El Centro, California.

PRESENT: Council: Ellett, Crankshaw, Carter, Marroquin, Camarena City Clerk Wyles, Acting City Manager Sawyer, City Attorney Martyn Evans ABSENT: None
Pledge of Allegiance to the flag of the United States of America was led by Council Member Crankshaw and Invocation was given by Council Member Camarena.

CITY ATTORNEY REPORT ON CLOSED SESSION
No reportable action.

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NEW BUSINESS

1. Presentation by Mayor Pro-Tem Ellett, introduction of a Resolution opposing Proposition 50.

Public comments were received by Frances Beope, Maria Peinado, Ramon Chavoya, Peter Rodriguez, Norma Villaescusa, Manuel T. Sanchez, Michael Morales, Sky Ainsworth.

All Council Members gave a statement regarding their position on Proposition 50.

Moved Ellett, second by Camarena, adoption of Resolution No. 25-67, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL CENTRO OPPOSING CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 50, THE USE OF LEGISLATIVE CONGRESSIONAL REDISTRICTING MAP AMENDMENT.

AYES: Crankshaw, Camarena, Ellett
NOES: Carter, Marroquin
ABSENT: None
ABSTAINED: None

ADJOURNMENT
With no further business to come before City Council, the meeting adjourned 8:41 p.m. ____________________________
Norma Wyles, City Clerk
APPROVED BY:
_________________________
Sonia Carter, Mayor

City Council of the City of El Centro
1275 W. Main Street
El Centro, CA 92243

SUBMITTED
ACTION ITEM (ID # 2025-311)
Item: 9.

Meeting: 10/21/2025 3:30 PM
Department: City Clerk
Category: Ordinance
Prepared by: Norma Wyles, City Clerk
Department Head: Norma Wyles
DOC ID: 2025-311
2nd Reading and Adoption of Ordinance No. 25-05, AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL CENTRO REPEALING CHAPTER 11, ARTICLE V; AMENDING CHAPTER 16, ARTICLE VIII; AND AMENDING CHAPTER 29 OF THE EL CENTRO CITY CODE ESTABLISHING REGULATIONS ON MOBILE VENDING, waive reading and adopt by title only.

CITY MANAGER'S RECOMMENDATION:
2nd Reading and Adoption of Ordinance No. 25-05, AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL CENTRO REPEALING CHAPTER 11, ARTICLE V; AMENDING CHAPTER 16, ARTICLE VIII; AND AMENDING CHAPTER 29 OF THE EL CENTRO CITY CODE ESTABLISHING REGULATIONS ON MOBILE VENDING, waive reading and adopt by title only.

FISCAL IMPACT:

STRATEGIC PLANNING PROGRAM 2022-2027 RELATION:

DUE DILIGENCE CHECK FOR CONTRACTORS/CONSULTANTS: DID THE

DEPARTMENT VERIFY CURRENT EL CENTRO BUSINESS LICENSE,
CONTRACTOR'S LICENSE, REFERENCE CHECKS, INSURANCE, ETC.:

BACKGROUND:

DISCUSSION:

CONCLUSION:

ATTACHMENTS:

1. ORDINANCE NO. 25-05 Mobile Vending Ordinance

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1 ORDINANCE NO. 25-05

ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL
CENTRO REPEALING CHAPTER 11, ARTICLE V; AMENDING
CHAPTER 16, ARTICLE VIII; AND AMENDING CHAPTER 29

OF THE EL CENTRO CITY CODE ESTABLISHING

REGULATIONS ON MOBILE VENDING

WHEREAS, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL CENTRO, CALIFORNIA, FINDS THAT:

1. The City of El Centro, California (“City”) is a municipal corporation, duly organized under its Charter and laws of the State of California;

2. The El Centro City Code presently contains regulations on the operation of mobile vendors operating on sidewalks, private property, parks and public property and the City now intends to amend those regulations to allow vending on the public right of way in accordance to the provisions of this ordinance;

3. Mobile vending allows for entrepreneurial and economic opportunities for the residents, provides access to desired goods to the general public, and contributes to safe and dynamic public spaces;

4. The inherent nature of vending from the streets and sidewalks poses a unique risk to health, safety, and welfare of the public, including but not limited to impacts to vehicle, pedestrian, and bicycle safety, obstruction of public right of ways in nonconformance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, visual obstruction caused by mobile vending that impairs traffic safety, maintenance and improvements to public right of ways for public use, unsanitary conditions resulting from food preparation and consumption; which require the City to impose regulatory measures;

5. Regulations for vending in public parks and other public facilities are necessary to preserve the public’s continued use and enjoyment of those facilities;

6. The provisions of this ordinance, as revised, establishes regulations on the operation of mobile vendors directly related to objective health safety, or welfare concerns;

NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL CENTRO DOES HEREBY ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:

Section 1. Chapter 11, Article V “Mobile Food Facilities” is repealed in its entirety.

Section 2. Chapter 16, Article VIII “Sidewalk Vending” is repealed in its entirety and readopted to read as follows:

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2 ARTICLE VII. MOBILE VENDORS
Sec. 16-274. Definitions.

For the purpose of this article, the following words and phrases shall have the following meanings:

City means the City of El Centro.

City park and public facility means and includes all parks, recreational buildings, arts and cultural buildings, and associated restrooms, snack bars, gathering or parking areas.

Community event means an event that is of civic, political, public or educational nature, including city festivals, and other public gatherings approved by the City, as defined in Health and Safety Code section 113755, as now adopted or hereafter amended.

Food means items intended primarily for consumption by human beings.

Goods or Merchandise means any item that is not food or a food product and can be sold and immediately obtained from a sidewalk vendor. Items for rent, subscription plans, and other services shall not be considered goods or merchandise.

Mobile food facility means any vehicle used in conjunction with a commissary or other permanent food facility upon which food is sold or distributed at retail, or as defined in California Health & Safety Code Section 113831.

Mobile food facility permit means a yearly permit issued by the Public Health Department to operate a mobile food facility.

Mobile Vendor or Vendor means any person who vends from a vending cart, from one’s person, or from a vending vehicle, including an employee or agent of another.

Mobile vendor's permit or vendor’s permit means a permit issued by the City authorizing the holder thereof to engage in the business of mobile vending.

Public Health Department means the Division of Environmental Health of the Imperial County Public Health Department.

Roaming sidewalk vendor means a sidewalk vendor who moves from place to place and stops only to complete a transaction.

Roaming street vendor means a street vendor that operates a vending vehicle, such as an ice cream truck, that moves from place to place and stops only to complete a transaction.

Stationary sidewalk vendor means a sidewalk vendor who vends from a fixed location.

Vend or vending means offering goods or food of any kind for preparation or sale.

Vending vehicle means any motorized vehicle, motorized device, or trailer that is propelled or drawn by a motorized vehicle and that may be propelled or move upon a road or highway.

Vending cart means any pushcart, stand, display, pedal drive cart, wagon, showcase, rack or other non-motorized conveyance used for vending, that is not a vehicle as defined in the California Vehicle Code.

Sidewalk vendor means a person who sells food or merchandise from a pushcart, stand, display, pedal-drive cart, wagon, showcase, rack, or other non-motorized conveyance, or from his/her person, upon a public sidewalk or other public path, and includes those selling for charitable

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3 purposes, and also includes "roaming sidewalk vendor" and "stationary sidewalk vendor” as well as solicitor, peddler or itinerant vendor.

Street means that portion of the public right-of-way or public easement for the purposes of vehicle travel or parking.

Sec. 16-275. Public health department permit required.
a) All vendors operating mobile food facilities in the City in any capacity must obtain all required permits from the Public Health Department.
b) Nothing in this article shall prevent the City from denying any permit application for any mobile food facility if, in the opinion of the Public Health Department or City, such mobile food facility poses a real potential risk to the health and welfare of the public.

Sec. 16-276. Business license required.

All vendors shall be required to apply for and obtain a business license pursuant to Chapter 16 of the City Code. All other vendors shall carry a business license certificate that can be readily inspected upon request by a City official or any other authorized person. Vendor sales shall be subject to sales tax in a manner required by state law.

Sec. 16-277. Mobile Vendors Permit required.

In addition to procuring a business license as set forth in Section 11-87, all persons vending on the public right-of-way, private property, or public property shall obtain a mobile vendor's permit issued pursuant to this chapter and any other license or permit required under any other chapter of this Code.

Sec. 16-278. Mobile Vendor Permit application process.

Any person desiring to obtain a mobile vendor permit shall submit an application to the Community Development Department. Prior to submitting such application, a nonrefundable fee, as established by resolution of the City council, shall be paid to the City to defray, in part, the cost of the City investigation and report required by this chapter. After an application permit has been filed with the Community Development Department, there shall be an investigation made by the Community Development Director or their respective designee. Permit issuance fees required under this chapter shall be in addition to any license, permit or fee required under any chapter of this Code. Neither the filing of an application for a permit, nor the payment of an application fee, shall authorize the vending from, operation or management of a mobile vending operation until such permit has been granted or renewed. Each applicant for a permit to conduct business as a mobile vendor shall furnish the following information:
a) The full true name under which the business will be conducted. b) The full true name and any other names used by the applicant. c) The present residence and business address and telephone numbers of the applicant; d) A description of the merchandise the vendor will vend. e) If the vendor is operating a mobile food facility or vending food, a valid copy of their required health permit(s) issued by the Public Health Department.

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4 f) The number of vehicles to be owned, operated, or controlled by the applicant and the make(s), model(s), body styles, years, state license plate numbers, and names and addresses of the registered and/or legal owners of each vehicle.
g) A photograph of the vehicle(s) showing the logo, color scheme, insignia, and any other distinguishing characteristics of the applicant's vehicles. h) Whether the applicant intends to operate as a stationary sidewalk vendor, a roaming sidewalk vendor, vend from private property, or operate a vending vehicle in the public right of way. i) If the applicant is a corporation, the name shall be stated exactly as set forth in its articles of incorporation. The applicant shall show the name and residence address of each of the officers, directors, and each stockholder, owning not less than ten (10) percent of the stock of the corporation, and the address of the corporation itself, if different than the applicant's place of business.
j) If the applicant is a partnership, the application shall show the name and residence address of each of the partners, including limited partners, and the address of the partnership itself, if different than the applicant's place of business.
k) When any change occurs regarding the written information required by this subsection, prior to or after issuance of a permit, the applicant shall give written notification of such change to the Community Development Director or designee within two (2) weeks of such change. l) When there is a change in ownership, the applicant shall give written notification of such change to the Community Development Director or designee within two (2) weeks of such change.
m) Nothing in this section precludes the City from inspecting and re-inspecting the vending cart or vehicle if it is determined that such inspection or re-inspections are necessary to ensure the health and welfare of the public.

Sec. 16-279. Mobile Vendor Permit issuance.

The Community Development Director or designee(s), within thirty (30) days after receiving a complete application, shall grant the vendor's permit if the Community Development Director or designee finds that all of the following requirements have been met:
a) The required fees have been paid;
b) The application conforms in all respects to the provisions of this chapter and other chapters of the Code;
c) The applicant has not knowingly made a material misrepresentation of fact in the application; d) The applicant has fully cooperated in the investigation of the application; and e) The applicant has not failed to pay any previous administrative fines, complete any community service and/or complete any other alternative disposition associated with a previous violation of this chapter.

Sec. 16-280. Mobile Vendor Permit denial and renewal.
a) If the Community Development Director or designee find that the requirements set forth in this article have not been met, the Community Development Director or designee shall deny the application for a vendor's permit. In the event the application is denied by the Community Development Director or designee, written notice of such denial shall be given to the applicant

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5 specifying the basis for such denial. Notice of denial shall be deemed to have been served, if, in fact, it is personally served to the applicant or when deposited in the United States mail with prepaid postage and addressed to the applicant at his/her residence address as set forth in the application.
b) Any applicant whose application for a mobile vendor permit has been denied by the Community Development Director or designee may submit an appeal in writing to the City Clerk within fifteen (15) days of such denial. Appeals will be heard by the Planning Commission. The decision made by the Planning Commission may be appealed to the City Council. All appeals shall be subject to any and all applicable appeal fee as approved by resolution.
c) Vendor's permits shall expire and become null and void twelve (12) months from the date of issuance. Applicants may apply for a permit renewal prior to the expiration of their vendor permit. Request to renew vendor’s permits shall be made with the application, fee, and other requirements of a new application at the time of renewal. d) The City reserves the right to terminate the vendor's permit if the permittee is in violation of any federal, state or local laws.

Sec. 16-281. Revocation.
a) Any vendor permit may be suspended or revoked by the Community Development Director or designee for any of the following reasons:
1) Falsehood of any information supplied by the permittee upon which issuance of the permit was based;
2) Failure of the permittee to notify the Community Development Director or designee within two (2) weeks of any change occurring subsequent to the issuance of the permit in the information supplied by the permittee upon which issuance of the permittee was based; 3) Failure of the permittee, or of any employees or subcontractors of the permittee, to comply with the City Code; or
4) Violation by the permittee, or any employee, subcontractor or independent contractor of the permittee, of any state law or municipal ordinance while in the course of conducting vending operations from mobile food facilities.
b) No person whose permit is revoked shall be eligible to apply for a new permit for a period of one (1) year following such revocation.

Sec. 16-282. Mobile Vendor Requirements – All.

All mobile vendors shall comply with the following standards and conditions:
a) Vendors shall maintain at all times while vending a valid mobile vendor’s permit, business license, and any other permit(s) or licenses(s) required by the City or other governmental agencies. Food vendors shall in addition, maintain a valid health permit from the Public Health Department. All required permits specified in this section shall be placed on display in plain view by the public.
b) No vendor may use sound amplifying equipment, unless it complies with the noise limits established in section 17.1-4 of the City Code.
c) No lighting may be used except localized lighting that is used by the vendor for visibility after dark.

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6 d) Mobile vendors shall not operate in any of the following locations or under the following conditions, as specified in this section:
1) Within 200 feet of a permitted certified farmers’ market, a swap meet, or an area designated for a special event permit. This prohibition shall be limited to the operating hours of the farmers’ market or swap meet, or the limited duration of the temporary special event. 2) Within 300 feet of the nearest property line of any property on which a school building is located, between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m., each day that school is in session. 3) Vending is prohibited on the following streets and roads:
i) 4
th Street between Adams Avenue and the southern City limits; ii) 8
th Street between Interstate 8 and State Street;
iii) Adams Avenue between 4th Street and Imperial Avenue; iv) Imperial Avenue;
v) Main Street between 4th Street and the eastern City limits; and vi) Dogwood Avenue.
4) Vending is prohibited on the following streets unless within a designated area:
i) 8
th Street and Aurora Drive adjacent to Bucklin Park;
ii) Waterman Avenue between Cruickshank Drive and the southernmost driveway entrance to First Responders Park; and
iii) Lotus Avenue between Adams Avenue and Main Street
5) When the posted speed limit on the public street is greater than thirty-five (35) miles per hour;
6) When the vending vehicle is parked in violation of any other provision of this Code, or the California Vehicle Code;
7) When the prospective customer is located in that portion of the street or alley which is open to vehicular traffic; and
8) When the vending vehicle is located in a portion of the right-of-way that is missing curb, gutter and sidewalks;
e) Vendor shall not discharge any liquid (e.g., grease, oil, water) onto or into City streets, storm drains, catch basins, or sewer facilities.
f) Signage shall be limited only to the vending offered and must be displayed upon the vending vehicle, vending cart or person. Banners, wind feathers or free-standing signage is prohibited. g) No vending of alcohol, tobacco, drugs or cannabis, firearms, weapons, spray cans, or pornography.
h) No verbal solicitation of business from pedestrians or persons in vehicles, and no sales to persons in vehicles.
i) No obstruction or interference with the free flow of pedestrian or vehicular traffic, including but not limited to access to or from any parking lot, business, public building, or dwelling unit. j) No obstruction of required visibility triangle at any driveway or intersection as established in Section 29-143(11) of the City Code.

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7 k) No littering or release of any liquids.
l) Vendors utilizing cooking or other heat generating equipment shall have a certified fire extinguisher or other acceptable fire suppression equipment while operating. m) The vendor shall maintain vehicular and pedestrian circulation and access consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act and all local and state regulations. n) The vendor shall not allow loitering around their vending area.

Sec. 16-283. Sidewalk Vendor Operating Requirements
a) No sidewalk vendor shall operate in the following locations:
1) Within twenty feet (20) of any street intersection;
2) Within ten (10) feet of any driveway or driveway apron; 3) Upon or within any roadway, median strip, or dividing section; 4) Within eight (8) feet from entrance or exit of a building; or 5) Within fifty (50) feet from another sidewalk vendor, street vendor, or mobile vendor on private property.
b) Sidewalk vendors must at all times provide a clearance of not less than five (5) feet on all sidewalks or pedestrian areas so as to enable persons to freely pass while walking, running, or using mobility assistance devices. No sidewalk vendor shall vend in a manner that blocks or obstructs the free movement of pedestrians or vehicles. c) No sidewalk vendor shall block or impede access to bicycle racks, bus stops, parking meters, required accessibility routes and curb cuts, trash enclosure areas or trash bins, fire hydrants, fire call boxes, or other emergency facilities.
d) No sidewalk vendor shall distribute any item from the vending cart in a manner that causes any person to stand in the street.
e) Sidewalk vendors shall not offer, provide, rent, or sell a service that is neither defined as merchandise nor food.
f) Vending is permitted between the hours of 6:00 a.m. and 1 a.m., daily, except as follows:
1) In residential areas, roaming sidewalk vendors shall only vend between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. daily. A resident who does not wish to be contacted by such vendors, peddlers or solicitors may post a statement or notice to the effect that they are requested not to enter the premises or contact the resident.
2) In nonresidential areas, the limit on hours of operation shall not be more restrictive than the hours of operation of other businesses or uses on the same street. g) A stationary sidewalk vendor may stay in one (1) location only for two (2) hours and must move more than one thousand (1,000) feet in any direction. h) Sidewalk vendors shall maintain and possess, at all times while vending, proof of liability insurance in the amount required by the City.
i) Sidewalk vendors shall comply with all applicable state and local laws, including without limitation state food preparation, handling, and labeling requirements; fire codes and regulations; noise standards; and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and other disability access standards (both state and federal).

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8 j) No vending cart shall become a permanent fixture on the vending site or be considered an improvement to real property.
k) Stationary sidewalk vendors shall not vend in areas that are zoned exclusively residential. l) Stationary vendor may not store materials or equipment around his or her vending area. m) Stationary sidewalk vendors shall maintain a clearly designated trash receptacle in the immediate vicinity of the vending cart, marked with a sign requesting use by patrons. Prior to leaving any vending location, the vendor shall pick up, remove, and dispose of all trash generated by the vending operations within a twenty-five (25) foot radius of the vending location. Vendors may not utilize solid waste receptacles belonging to other businesses without consent from that business. Vendors may not utilize solid waste receptacles belonging to the City, County, or other public agency.

Sec. 16-284. Mobile vendor operating on private property requirements. a) Mobile vendors operating on private property shall obtain a temporary use permit pursuant to Chapter 29, Article IV, Division 5.
b) Mobile Vendors shall not operate on private property with the following zoning designations:

RR (Rural Residential), R1 (Single Family Residential), R2 (Variable Family Residential), or R3 (Multiple Family Residential). With the exception of residential zoned parcels with a valid conditional use permit for a non-residential use and operating during the hours between 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
c) No mobile vendor operating on private property shall be stationary for a period longer than twelve (12) hours.
d) Tables and chairs shall be allowed within the mobile vendor’s designated space as defined in the site plan. Tables and chairs shall not be permanently affixed and shall be moveable.

Portable restrooms, fences, or other site furniture (permanent or otherwise) shall be prohibited. e) The site where a vendor is parked shall consist of a paved surface with adequate parking and maintained in a safe and clean manner at all times.
f) Exterior storage, equipment or materials associated with the mobile food facility is prohibited, unless expressly allowed in this article. All refuse shall be removed from the vending site and properly disposed of within thirty (30) minutes of the closing of vending for the day at the site.

A minimum of two (2) thirty-two (32) gallon litter receptacles within fifteen (15) feet of the vehicle shall be provided. The receptacles will serve both employees and customers. g) The vendor shall install signage indicating that loitering is not permitted and customers may only remain on the lot for up to thirty (30) minutes after receiving their food. The vendor shall enforce the no-loitering rule. The serving or consumption of alcohol shall be prohibited at vending sites.
h) No lighting, except lighting that is used for the purpose of inside food preparation and menu illumination.
i) Signs placed in or on the mobile food facility are permitted. Banners, wind feathers, vehicle signs or other free standing signage is prohibited.
j) The vendor shall maintain vehicular and pedestrian circulation and access consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act and all local and state regulations.

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9 Sec. 16-285. Vendor vehicle operating on the street requirements a) Only vending vehicles authorized to operate on a highway, shall be allowed to operate in the public right of way.
b) In addition to any other equipment required by law, each vending vehicle shall be equipped with the following:
1) A convex mirror mounted so that the driver can see the area in front of the truck that is blocked by the truck’s hood; and
2) A back-up alarm audible for a distance of at least one-hundred (100) feet. c) Vending vehicles are allowed to park and operate on public right-of-way for no more than twelve (12) hours, between the hours of 6:00 a.m. and 1 a.m. except when the following apply:
1) When located within fifty (50) linear feet from a corner; 2) When located within fifty (50) linear feet from another sidewalk vendor, street vendor, or mobile vendor on private property; and
3) When located within ten (10) feet of a fire hydrant, fire escape, bus stop, loading zone, handicapped parking space or access ramp; and
4) When located within public right-of-way adjacent to residentially zoned parcel. d) Vending is prohibited from the street side and food or goods shall not be distributed to parked or moving vehicles.
e) Vending vehicles shall maintain and possess at all times while vending proof of liability insurance in the amount required by the City.
f) The mobile food facility shall maintain vehicular and pedestrian circulation and access consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act and all local and state regulations. g) No lighting, except localized lighting that is used on or in the mobile food facility for the purpose of inside food preparation and menu illumination. h) Signs placed in or on the mobile food facility are permitted. Banners, wind feathers, or other free-standing signage is prohibited on the public right-of-way. i) Vending vehicles operations shall maintain a clearly designated trash receptacle in the immediate vicinity of the vending vehicle, marked with a sign requesting use by patrons. Prior to leaving any vending location the vendor shall pick up, remove, and dispose of all trash generated by the vending operation within 25 feet from the vending location. j) Roaming Street Vendors may operate subject to the following conditions:
1) May operate between the hours of 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. in all zones. 2) May stop only to complete a transaction and shall not remain stationary for longer than ten (10) minutes at any one (1) location.
3) Shall obey all applicable state and local traffic laws at all times while operating on public streets.
4) Shall maintain pedestrian and vehicular circulation consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act.

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10 Sec. 16-286. Vendors operating in City parks and public facilities. a) Vending shall be allowed on public City property only as provided in this division. Parks and City facilities identified in Table 16-286 shall be permitted to vend with a permit pursuant to subsection (e) of this section. The symbol “X” indicates that vending at that park or facility is prohibited.

Park or Facility
Adult Center X
Community Center X
City Hall X
Aquatic Center X
Martin Luther King Jr. Sports Pavilion X
Conrad Harrison Hall X
Regional Bus Transfer Terminal X
Bark Park X
Bucklin Park X
Buena Vista Park X
Carlos Aguilar Park X
Countryside Park X
Debbie Pittman Park X
Eighth & Vine Park P
Farmer’s Park X
Frazier Field X
Gomez Park X
Leeper Park X
Legacy Park X
McGee Park X
First Responder’s Park X
Plank Park X
Sidewinder Skate Park X
Stark Field (Parking lot only) P
Sunflower Park X
Swarthout Park (Parking lot only) P
Tri Park X
Town Square P
Wildflower Park X
b) Vendors desiring to vend in City parks and public facilities must obtain prior written consent for such vending by obtaining a permit from the City Parks & Recreation Division pursuant to City Code section 19-40.
c) The City reserves the right to prohibit mobile vending within a park with an exclusive concessionaire agreement.
d) No vendor may vend in a City park during any scheduled event, whether it is a City event or a private event for which a special event permit or park facilities use permit has been obtained. e) In addition to the requirements of this article, any vendor operating in a City park is subject to the rules and regulations for activities and vending within that park.

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11 f) No vendor may operate on a sports field property whether or not that facility is in use. g) A vendor may vend in a park only during the hours such park is open. h) No athletic league shall permit a vendor from vending on a City facility without prior approval from the Community Services Director or their designee. Failure to comply will result in revocation of athletic field permit.

Sec. 16-287. Temporary uses and special events.

Vendors operating in conjunction to an outdoor market, community event, or other event permitted through a Temporary Use Permit or Special Event Permit shall be subject to the requirements and conditions of that permit.

Sec. 16-288. Public nuisance declaration.

Any violation of this article is hereby declared to be unlawful and a public health nuisance and may be abated by the City, irrespective of any other remedy provided in this chapter.

Sec. 16-289. Administrative citations.
(a) A violation of the requirements of this article is punishable only by administrative citations, as follows: one hundred dollars ($100.00) for the first violation; two hundred dollars ($200.00) for a second violation within one (1) year of the first violation; and five hundred dollars ($500.00) for each additional violation within one (1) year of the first violation. (b) The City may revoke the vendor's business license and mobile vendor’s permit for the remaining term upon a fourth or subsequent violation and the vendor may be denied a subsequent business license or mobile vendor’s permit.

Sec. 16-290. Administrative fine reduction.
a) At the time of service of an administrative citation pursuant to Section 16-290, the City shall provide the vendor with notice of the right to request an ability-to-pay determination and shall provide instructions for how to do so.
b) Notwithstanding the time frames set out in Chapter 18, Article XI of the City Code regarding administrative citations, any vendor served with a citation under section 16-288 may request an ability-to-pay determination at any time while the citation remains unpaid. c) The City will accept twenty (20) percent of the administrative fine as full payment when the vendor applying for the ability-to-pay determination meets the criteria described in California Government Code Section 62632(a) or (b).

Sec. 16-291. Severability.

The provisions of this article are hereby declared to be severable. If any provision, clause, word, sentence or paragraph of this article, or the application thereof, to any person, establishment or circumstance shall be held invalid, such invalidity shall not affect the other provisions of this article.

Section 4. Table 29-225(i) in Section 29-225 of Chapter 29, Zoning, is hereby amended to update reference to mobile food facility regulations, to read as follows Temporary Use Time
Duration
Frequency
of Use
Limitations

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12 (i) Mobile food facilities on
private property.

See mobile vendor requirements in Chapter 16, Article
VIII. Mobile food facilities operating as part of a special event permitted by the City shall comply with the
requirements of the approved special event permit.

Section 3. This Ordinance shall take effect thirty (30) days from and after its adoption.

Within fifteen (15) days after adoption, it shall be published once in a newspaper, published and circulated within the City of El Centro, California.

INTRODUCED at a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of El Centro, California, held on the 16th day of Sept., 2025.

PASSED AND ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of El Centro, California, held on the day of , 2025.

CITY OF EL CENTRO
ATTEST:

By
Norma Wyles, City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:

Office of the City Attorney
By
Elizabeth L. Martyn, City Attorney

STATE OF CALIFORNIA )
COUNTY OF IMPERIAL ) ss

CITY OF EL CENTRO )
By
Sonia Carter, Mayor

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13 I, Norma Wyles, City Clerk of the City of El Centro, California, do hereby certify that the foregoing Ordinance No. 25-05, had its first reading on Sept. 16, 2025, and its second reading on and was passed by the following vote:

AYES: Crankshaw, Camarena, Carter, Ellett, Marroquin
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAINED: None
AYES:

NOES:

ABSENT:

ABSTAINED:

By
Norma Wyles, City Clerk

City Council of the City of El Centro
1275 W. Main Street
El Centro, CA 92243

SUBMITTED
ACTION ITEM (ID # 2025-312)
Item: 10.

Meeting: 10/21/2025 3:30 PM
Department: City Clerk
Category: Ordinance
Prepared by: Norma Wyles, City Clerk
Department Head: Norma Wyles
DOC ID: 2025-312
2nd Reading and Adoption of Ordinance No. 25-06, AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY

COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL CENTRO AMENDING THE ZONING MAP OF THE CITY OF EL CENTRO PERTAINING TO CHANGE OF ZONE 22-05, waive reading and adopt by title only.

CITY MANAGER'S RECOMMENDATION:
2nd Reading and Adoption of Ordinance No. 25-06, AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY

COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL CENTRO AMENDING THE ZONING MAP OF THE CITY OF EL CENTRO PERTAINING TO CHANGE OF ZONE 22-05, waive reading and adopt by title only.

FISCAL IMPACT:

STRATEGIC PLANNING PROGRAM 2022-2027 RELATION:

DUE DILIGENCE CHECK FOR CONTRACTORS/CONSULTANTS: DID THE

DEPARTMENT VERIFY CURRENT EL CENTRO BUSINESS LICENSE,
CONTRACTOR'S LICENSE, REFERENCE CHECKS, INSURANCE, ETC.:

BACKGROUND:

DISCUSSION:

CONCLUSION:

ATTACHMENTS:

1. ORDINANCE NO. 2025-006 - COZ 22-05

08/2025/cdz/A25-0132/Ord/ZoningMapAmendment22-05
1 ORDINANCE NO. 25-06

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE

CITY OF EL CENTRO AMENDING THE ZONING MAP

OF THE CITY OF EL CENTRO PERTAINING TO
CHANGE OF ZONE 22-05

THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL CENTRO, CALIFORNIA DOES HEREBY ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:

Section 1. The Zoning Map of the City of El Centro, California is hereby amended to provide:
“The following property which consists of approximately 2.3 acres of land, located at 1274 West Pico Avenue, further identified by APN 044-261-010, is hereby re-zoned from R1 (Single-Family Residential) to R3 (Multiple Family Residential).” Section 2. This Amendment shall be given appropriate enumeration in the files of the City Clerk regarding the Zoning Map.

Section 3. This Ordinance shall take effect thirty (30) days from and after its adoption. Within fifteen (15) days after adoption, it shall be published once in a newspaper, published and circulated within the City of El Centro, California.

INTRODUCED at a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of El Centro, California, held on the 16th day of September, 2025.

PASSED AND ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of El Centro, California, held on the day of , 2025.

CITY OF EL CENTRO
By
Sonia Carter, Mayor
ATTEST:

By
Norma Wyles, City Clerk

08/2025/cdz/A25-0132/Ord/ZoningMapAmendment22-05
2 APPROVED AS TO FORM:

Office of the City Attorney
By
Elizabeth L. Martyn, City Attorney

STATE OF CALIFORNIA )
COUNTY OF IMPERIAL ) ss

CITY OF EL CENTRO )
I, Norma Wyles, City Clerk of the City of El Centro, California, do hereby certify that the foregoing Ordinance No. 25-06 had its first reading on the 16th day of September, 2025, and had its second reading on the day of ,2025, and was passed by the following vote:

AYES: Crankshaw, Camarena, Carter, Ellett, Marroquin
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAINED: None
AYES:

NOES:

ABSENT:

ABSTAINED:

By
Norma Wyles, City Clerk

City Council of the City of El Centro
1275 W. Main Street
El Centro, CA 92243

SUBMITTED
ACTION ITEM (ID # 2025-271)
Item: 11.

Meeting: 10/21/2025 3:30 PM
Department: Public Works
Category: Resolution
Prepared by: Elizabeth Zarate, Analyst
Department Head: Abraham Campos
DOC ID: 2025-271
Adopt Resolution 25- , A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF

EL CENTRO AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO FILE A FINANCING

APPLICATION TO THE STATE WATER BOARD FOR FINANCING APPLICATIONS FOR A DRINKING WATER SERVICE.

CITY MANAGER'S RECOMMENDATION:

Adopt Resolution 25- , A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL

CENTRO AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO FILE A FINANCING APPLICATION

TO THE STATE WATER BOARD FOR FINANCING APPLICATIONS FOR A DRINKING WATER SERVICE.

FISCAL IMPACT:

No impact to the General Fund, or other city funds.

STRATEGIC PLANNING PROGRAM 2022-2027 RELATION:

Community Health, Safety & Welfare
Environmental Sustainability & Infrastructure
DUE DILIGENCE CHECK FOR CONTRACTORS/CONSULTANTS: DID THE

DEPARTMENT VERIFY CURRENT EL CENTRO BUSINESS LICENSE,
CONTRACTOR'S LICENSE, REFERENCE CHECKS, INSURANCE, ETC.:

N/A
BACKGROUND:

The Cross Road and Villa Avenue community, consisting of 30 residential parcels, has expressed interest in obtaining drinking water and sewer services from the City of El Centro. On May 20, 2025, the Rural Community Assistance Corporation (RCAC), through the State Water Resources Control Board, provided an informational presentation to the El Centro City Council regarding the proposed Cross Road and Villa Avenue Water and Sewer Project.

The project area is located along the northern boundary of the City of El Centro, at the intersection of Cross Road and Villa Avenue in unincorporated Imperial County. The proposal seeks to construct infrastructure to extend City water and sewer services to this community. If implemented, City staff proposes to serve the area through a utility service agreement without requiring annexation into the City limits.

DISCUSSION:

The Rural Community Assistance Corporation (RCAC) provides environmental assistance to small municipal and nonprofit water and wastewater systems. The State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB) offers multiple funding opportunities to support such projects.

RCAC and City staff are collaborating to prepare and submit the General Application Package for the State Revolving Fund programs for Drinking Water and Clean Water construction projects. The City of El Centro will serve as the lead applicant for this effort.

As part of the grant application process, the City must adopt a resolution designating an authorized representative to sign documents on the City’s behalf. If funding is awarded through the State Water Resources Control Board, the project will move forward in phases and is currently projected for completion in 2030. The intent is to deliver the project without requiring financial contributions from residents or the City’s general funds.

This approval request is specific to the proposed potable water scope. To add, the resolution format presented in this agenda report is different from the typical city resolutions, as the State only accepts the attached specific format. Legal has reviewed the format and is accepted.

CONCLUSION:

Adopt Resolution 25- , A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL

CENTRO AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO FILE A FINANCING APPLICATION

TO THE STATE WATER BOARD FOR FINANCING APPLICATIONS FOR A DRINKING WATER SERVICE.

ATTACHMENTS:

1. Resolution - Drinking Water

Financial Assistance Application
(Rev. 12/2019)
10/2025/A25-0142/StateWaterBoardDrinkingWtrSrvce

Drinking Water State Revolving Fund

AUTHORIZING RESOLUTION
RESOLUTION NO: 25-

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL CENTRO

AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO FILE A FINANCING APPLICATION TO THE

STATE WATER BOARD FOR FINANCING APPLICATIONS FOR A DRINKING WATER SERVICE WHEREAS, the Cross Rd. and Villa Ave. Community (Community) is within the City of El Centro’s sphere of influence and is not connected to the City of El Centro water system; and WHEREAS, the Community has 32 parcels and an approximate population of 122 and currently obtains its drinking water from the Imperial Irrigation District, a non-potable water supply which is not treated to meet drinking water standards; and
WHEREAS, the Community has expressed strong interest in receiving drinking water services from the City of El Centro.

RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL CENTRO (the “Entity”), AS FOLLOWS:

The City Manager (the “Authorized Representative”) or designee is hereby authorized and directed to sign and file, for and on behalf of the Entity, a Financial Assistance Application for a financing agreement from the State Water Resources Control Board for the planning, design, and construction of Cross Rd and Villa Ave Drinking Water Consolidation Project (the “Project”).

This Authorized Representative, or his/her designee, is designated to provide the assurances, certifications, and commitments required for the financial assistance application, including executing a financial assistance agreement from the State Water Resources Control Board and any amendments or changes thereto.

The Authorized Representative, or his/her designee, is designated to represent the Entity in carrying out the Entity’s responsibilities under the financing agreement, including certifying disbursement requests on behalf of the Entity and compliance with applicable state and federal laws.

CERTIFICATION
I do hereby certify that the foregoing is a full, true, and correct copy of a resolution duly and regularly adopted at a meeting of the City of El Centro City Council held on October 21, 2025.

By _____________________
Sonia Carter, Mayor
ATTEST:

By _____________________________
Norma Wyles, City Clerk

Financial Assistance Application
(Rev. 12/2019)
10/2025/A25-0142/StateWaterBoardDrinkingWtrSrvce

Drinking Water State Revolving Fund
APPROVED AS TO FORM:

Office of the City Attorney
By________________________________
Elizabeth L. Martyn, City Attorney

STATE OF CALIFORNIA )
COUNTY OF MPERIAL ) ss

CITY OF EL CENTRO )
I, Norma Wyles, City Clerk of the City of El Centro, California do hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution No. 25- was duly and regularly adopted at a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of El Centro, California, held on the day of , 2025, by the following vote:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSENT:

ABSTAINED:

By__________________________
Norma Wyles, City Clerk

City Council of the City of El Centro
1275 W. Main Street
El Centro, CA 92243

SUBMITTED
ACTION ITEM (ID # 2025-272)
Item: 12.

Meeting: 10/21/2025 3:30 PM
Department: Public Works
Category: Resolution
Prepared by: Elizabeth Zarate, Analyst
Department Head: Abraham Campos
DOC ID: 2025-272
Adopt Resolution No. 25- , RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL

CENTRO AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO FILE A FINANCING APPLICATION

TO THE STATE WATER BOARD FOR FINANCING APPLICATIONS FOR A CONNECTION TO THE CITY SEWER SYSTEM.

CITY MANAGER'S RECOMMENDATION:

Adopt Resolution No. 25- Resolution of the City Council of the City of El Centro Authorizing th City Manager to File a Financing Application to the State Water Board for Financing Applications for a Connection to the City Sewer System.

FISCAL IMPACT:

No impact to the General Fund, or other city funds.

STRATEGIC PLANNING PROGRAM 2022-2027 RELATION:

Environmental Sustainability & Infrastructure
Community Health, Safety & Welfare
DUE DILIGENCE CHECK FOR CONTRACTORS/CONSULTANTS: DID THE

DEPARTMENT VERIFY CURRENT EL CENTRO BUSINESS LICENSE,
CONTRACTOR'S LICENSE, REFERENCE CHECKS, INSURANCE, ETC.:

N/A
BACKGROUND:

The Cross Road and Villa Avenue community, consisting of 30 residential parcels, has expressed interest in obtaining drinking water and sewer services from the City of El Centro. On May 20, 2025, the Rural Community Assistance Corporation (RCAC), through the State Water Resources Control Board, provided an informational presentation to the El Centro City Council regarding the proposed Cross Road and Villa Avenue Water and Sewer Project.

The project area is located along the northern boundary of the City of El Centro, at the intersection of Cross Road and Villa Avenue in unincorporated Imperial County. The proposal seeks to construct infrastructure to extend City water and sewer services to this community. If implemented, City staff proposes to serve the area through a utility service agreement without requiring annexation into the City limits.

DISCUSSION:

The Rural Community Assistance Corporation (RCAC) provides environmental assistance to small municipal and nonprofit water and wastewater systems. The State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB) offers multiple funding opportunities to support such projects.

RCAC and City staff are collaborating to prepare and submit the General Application Package for the State Revolving Fund programs for Drinking Water and Clean Water

construction projects. The City of El Centro will serve as the lead applicant for this effort.

As part of the grant application process, the City must adopt a resolution designating an authorized representative to sign documents on the City’s behalf. If funding is awarded through the State Water Resources Control Board, the project will move forward in phases and is currently projected for completion in 2030. The intent is to deliver the project without requiring financial contributions from residents or the City’s general funds.

This approval is specific to the proposed septic-to-sewer scope. Additionally, the resolution format presented in this agenda report differs from typical city resolutions, as the State only accepts the attached specific format. Legal has reviewed the format and has accepted it.

CONCLUSION:

Adopt Resolution No. 25- RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL

CENTRO AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO FILE A FINANCING APPLICATION

TO THE STATE WATER BOARD FOR FINANCING APPLICATIONS FOR A CONNECTION TO THE CITY SEWER SYSTEM.

ATTACHMENTS:

1. Resolution - Sewer System

Financial Assistance Application
(Rev. 12/2019)
10/2025/A25-0142/StateWaterBoardCitySewerSys

Clean Water State Revolving Fund
Water Recycling Funding Program

AUTHORIZING RESOLUTION
RESOLUTION NO: 25-

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL CENTRO

AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO FILE A FINANCING APPLICATION TO THE

STATE WATER BOARD FOR FINANCING APPLICATIONS FOR A CONNECTION TO THE CITY SEWER SYSTEM WHEREAS, the Cross Rd. and Villa Ave. Community (Community) is within the City of El Centro’s sphere of influence and is not connected to the City of El Centro sewer system; and WHEREAS, the Community has 32 parcels and an approximate population of 122 and is currently served by individual septic systems for sewage disposal that have exceeded their useful life and are prone to failure; and WHEREAS, the Community has expressed strong interest in connecting to the City of El Centro sewer system for long-term sewage disposal.

RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL CENTRO (the “Entity”), AS FOLLOWS:

The City Manager (the “Authorized Representative”) or designee is hereby authorized and directed to sign and file, for and on behalf of the Entity, a Financial Assistance Application for a financing agreement from the State Water Resources Control Board for the planning, design, and construction of Cross Rd and Villa Ave Septic to Sewer Consolidation Project (the “Project”).

This Authorized Representative, or his/her designee, is designated to provide the assurances, certifications, and commitments required for the financial assistance application, including executing a financial assistance agreement from the State Water Resources Control Board and any amendments or changes thereto.

The Authorized Representative, or his/her designee, is designated to represent the Entity in carrying out the Entity’s responsibilities under the financing agreement, including certifying disbursement requests on behalf of the Entity and compliance with applicable state and federal laws.

CERTIFICATION
I do hereby certify that the foregoing is a full, true, and correct copy of a resolution duly and regularly adopted at a meeting of the City of El Centro City Council held on October 21, 2025.

By _____________________
Sonia Carter, Mayor
ATTEST:

By _____________________________
Norma Wyles, City Clerk

Financial Assistance Application
(Rev. 12/2019)
10/2025/A25-0142/StateWaterBoardCitySewerSys

Clean Water State Revolving Fund
Water Recycling Funding Program
APPROVED AS TO FORM:

Office of the City Attorney
By________________________________
Elizabeth L. Martyn, City Attorney

STATE OF CALIFORNIA )
COUNTY OF MPERIAL ) ss

CITY OF EL CENTRO )
I, Norma Wyles, City Clerk of the City of El Centro, California do hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution No. 25- was duly and regularly adopted at a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of El Centro, California, held on the day of , 2025, by the following vote:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSENT:

ABSTAINED:

By__________________________
Norma Wyles, City Clerk

City Council of the City of El Centro
1275 W. Main Street
El Centro, CA 92243

SUBMITTED
ACTION ITEM (ID # 2025-310)
Item: 13.

Meeting: 10/21/2025 3:30 PM
Department: Police
Category: Resolution
Prepared by: Rene McNish ,
Lieutenant
Department Head: Rene McNish
DOC ID: 2025-310
Adopt Resolution No. 25- , RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF

EL CENTRO AUTHORIZING THE EL CENTRO POLICE DEPARTMENT TO

PARTICIPATE IN THE DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY GRANT PROGRAM FOR OPERATION STONEGARDEN 2024.

CITY MANAGER'S RECOMMENDATION:

Adopt Resolution. 25- ,RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL

CENTRO AUTHORIZING THE ACCEPTANCE OF GRANT FUNDS FROM THE DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY FOR OPERATION STONEGARDEN FY24 GRANT.

FISCAL IMPACT:
$69,250.55 (No Matching Funds)
STRATEGIC PLANNING PROGRAM 2022-2027 RELATION:

Community Health, Safety & Welfare
DUE DILIGENCE CHECK FOR CONTRACTORS/CONSULTANTS: DID THE

DEPARTMENT VERIFY CURRENT EL CENTRO BUSINESS LICENSE,
CONTRACTOR'S LICENSE, REFERENCE CHECKS, INSURANCE, ETC.:

BACKGROUND:

The El Centro Police Department has been awarded $69,250.55 in support of the 2024 Operation Stonegarden program: The El Centro Police Department has participated in Operation Stonegarden for several years. The 2017 passage of SB 54 forced a review of existing protocol to ensure our operations were in line with legislation. Through a collaborative approach, operations and subsequent reporting of activities were modified to ensure compliance with legislation as written.

DISCUSSION:

Funding from the Department of Homeland Security allocated for the 2024 Operation Stonegarden program will allow the El Centro Police Department to conduct proactive and collaborative police enforcement within the City of El Centro and its surrounding areas.

CONCLUSION:

Adopt Resolution. 25- ,RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL

CENTRO AUTHORIZING THE ACCEPTANCE OF GRANT FUNDS FROM THE

DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY FOR OPERATION STONEGARDEN FY24 GRANT.

ATTACHMENTS:

1. FY24 Stonegarden Reso

2. FY24 Stonegarden Award Letter

3. FY24 Stonegarden MOU

08/2025/cdz/A25-0147/Reso/OperationStonegardenFY24
RESOLUTION NO 25-

RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL CENTRO

AUTHORIZING THE EL CENTRO POLICE DEPARTMENT TO PARTICIPATE IN

THE DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY GRANT PROGRAM FOR
OPERATION STONEGARDEN 2024
WHEREAS, the Department of Homeland Security (“DHS”) has made funds available to units of local government for the purpose of establishing Operation Stonegarden, a DHS initiative operation designed to develop a multilateral enforcement effort between Border Patrol and state, local and tribal law enforcement agencies for the purpose of assisting the Border Patrol in its priority mission of preventing the entry of terrorists, terrorist weapons of mass effect and other risks to national security; and
WHEREAS, the DHS has awarded sixty-nine thousand, two hundred and fifty dollars, and fifty-five cents ($69,250.55) to the City of El Centro (the “City”) Police Department for operational funding exclusively for the Operation Stonegarden Program (the “Program”), which is a southern border combined agency operation developed and led by Border Patrol through the DHS grant funding; and
WHEREAS, such funding will allow for reimbursement of operational overtime, fuel, and vehicle maintenance; and
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of El Centro, California (the “City Council”), desires to accept the funds from the DHS for the Program.

NOW, THEREFORE THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL CENTRO, CALIFORNIA, DOES HEREBY RESOLVE AS FOLLOWS;

1. That the foregoing is true, correct and adopted.

2. That the City Council hereby accepts the grant funds of sixty-nine thousand, two hundred and fifty dollars, and fifty-five cents ($69,250.55) for the Program.

3. That the City’s Police Chief or Acting City Manager is authorized to execute, on behalf of the City, the grant award agreement, if any, for the Program, a copy of which will be on file in the Office of the City Clerk, including any extensions, or amendments thereof.

4. That the City agrees to comply with all requirements for the Program (including any extensions or amendments thereof) and that funds will be appropriated as required thereby.

5. That grant funds received hereunder shall not be used to supplant expenditures controlled by this body.

08/2025/cdz/A25-0147/Reso/OperationStonegardenFY24
PASSED AND ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of El Centro held on the day of , 2025.

CITY OF EL CENTRO
ATTEST:

By
Norma Wyles, City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:

Office of the City Attorney
By
Elizabeth Martyn, City Attorney
By
Sonia Carter, Mayor

STATE OF CALIFORNIA)
COUNTY OF IMPERIAL ) ss

CITY OF EL CENTRO )
I, Norma Wyles, City Clerk of the City of El Centro, California, do hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution No. 25- was duly and regularly adopted at a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of El Centro, California, held on the day of , 2025, by the following vote:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSENT:

ABSTAINED:

By
Norma Wyles, City Clerk

City Council of the City of El Centro
1275 W. Main Street
El Centro, CA 92243

SUBMITTED
ACTION ITEM (ID # 2025-325)
Item: 14.

Meeting: 10/21/2025 3:30 PM
Department: Police
Category: Resolution
Prepared by: Rene McNish ,
Lieutenant
Department Head: Rene McNish
DOC ID: 2025-325
Adopt Resolution. 25- , A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL CENTRO AUTHORIZING THE ACCEPTANCE OF CITIZENS’ OPTION FOR PUBLIC SAFETY PROGRAM FUNDS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2023-2024 THROUGH THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA LOCAL SAFETY AND PROTECTION ACCOUNT.

CITY MANAGER'S RECOMMENDATION:

Adopt Resolution. 25- ,A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL CENTRO AUTHORIZING THE ACCEPTANCE OF CITIZENS’ OPTION FOR PUBLIC SAFETY PROGRAM FUNDS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2023-2024 THROUGH THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA LOCAL SAFETY AND PROTECTION ACCOUNT.

FISCAL IMPACT:
$206,695.99 (No Matching Funds)
STRATEGIC PLANNING PROGRAM 2022-2027 RELATION:

Community Health, Safety & Welfare
DUE DILIGENCE CHECK FOR CONTRACTORS/CONSULTANTS: DID THE

DEPARTMENT VERIFY CURRENT EL CENTRO BUSINESS LICENSE,
CONTRACTOR'S LICENSE, REFERENCE CHECKS, INSURANCE, ETC.:

BACKGROUND:

The Citizens’ Option for Public Safety (COPS) Program was established by Assembly Bill 3229 (1996) and is codified under Government Code §30061. The program provides annual state funding to cities and counties for frontline law enforcement services. Funds are distributed by the State Controller to each county that has established a Supplemental Law Enforcement Services Fund (SLESF) and a local Oversight Committee. The County of Imperial administers the disbursement of funds to eligible local law enforcement agencies.

The purpose of the COPS Program is to enhance community safety by funding personnel, equipment, and programs that strengthen front-line enforcement and improve quality of life.

DISCUSSION:

The El Centro Police Department (ECPD) will utilize the FY 2023-2024 COPS funds to sustain its Community Service Officer (CSO) position and acquire necessary public safety equipment. This allocation ensures continued operational support for community engagement, patrol response, and field efficiency. The planned expenditures comply fully with state guidelines requiring that COPS funds supplement, not supplant, existing law enforcement resources. This program also directly supports the City’s commitment to community engagement, proactive policing, and improving response times to critical incidents.

CONCLUSION:

Adopt Resolution No 25- , RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL CENTRO AUTHORIZING THE ACCEPTANCE OF CITIZENS’ OPTION FOR PUBLIC

SAFET PROGRAM FUNDS, APPROVING THE ITEMIZED EXPENDITURE PLAN AND

AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER AND CHIEF OF POLICE TO EXECUTE ALL NECESSARY GRANT DOCUMENTS AND AMENDMENTS.

ATTACHMENTS:

1. FY23-24 COPS Resolution

2. FY 23-24 Notification Award

09/2025/cdz/A25-0155/Reso/COPSFundFY2023-2024
RESOLUTION NO 25-

RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL CENTRO

ACCEPTING GRANT FUNDS ALLOCATED TO THE CITIZENS OPTION FOR PUBLIC SAFETY PROGRAM FUNDED FOR FY 2023-2024 THROUGH THE

STATE OF CALIFORNIA LOCAL SAFETY AND PROTECTION ACCOUNT WHEREAS, the State of California Transportation Fund’s Local Safety and Protection Account (the “LSPA”) has made funds available to law enforcement units of local government for the purpose of the Citizen’s Option for Public Safety (“COPS”) Program; and WHEREAS, the LSPA has tentatively awarded two hundred six thousand, six hundred ninety-five dollars and ninety-nine cents ($206,695.99) to the City of El Centro (the “City”) Police Department for operational funding exclusively for the COPS Program; and WHEREAS, the State Controller is required to allocate the COPS front-line enforcement funds to each county that has established a Supplemental Law Enforcement Services Fund (“SLESF”) and an oversight committee pursuant to Government Code §30064; and WHEREAS, in accordance with the LSPA program guidelines for the grant, it is the responsibility of the County of Imperial (the “County”), as the host agency, to disburse funding from its SLESF in one (1) installment; and
WHEREAS, in accordance with legislative requirements, the City must submit an itemized expenditure plan for the use of the funding allocation to the County for the review of and approval by the oversight committee; and
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of El Centro, California, desires to accept the funds from the LSPA for the COPS Program.

NOW, THEREFORE THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL CENTRO, CALIFORNIA, DOES HEREBY RESOLVE AS FOLLOWS;

1. That the foregoing is true, correct and adopted.

2. That the City hereby accepts the grant funds of two hundred six thousand, six hundred ninety-five dollars and ninety-nine cents ($206,695.99), in one (1) installment, from the LSPA for the COPS Program.

3. That the El Centro Police Department’s itemized expenditure plan is as follows:
$77,100.00 Community Service Officer Salary & Benefits
$900.00 CSO Uniform Allowance
$128,695.99 Equipment

09/2025/cdz/A25-0155/Reso/COPSFundFY2023-2024

4. That the City Manager is authorized to execute on behalf of the City any grant award agreement, for the COPS Program, a copy of which will be on file in the Office of the City Clerk, including any extensions or amendments thereof.

5. That the City agrees to comply with all requirements for the COPS Program (including any extensions or amendments thereof), and that funds will be appropriated as required thereby.

6. That grant funds received hereunder shall not be used to supplant expenditures controlled by this body.

7. That the City Clerk is hereby directed to submit an executed copy of this resolution to the Imperial County Executive Office.

PASSED AND ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of El Centro held on the day of , 2025

CITY OF EL CENTRO
ATTEST:

By
Norma Wyles, City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:

Office of the City Attorney
By
Elizabeth Martyn, City Attorney
By
Sonia Carter, Mayor

STATE OF CALIFORNIA )
COUNTY OF IMPERIAL ) ss

CITY OF EL CENTRO )
I, Norma Wyles, City Clerk of the City of El Centro, California, do hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution No. 25- was duly and regularly adopted at a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of El Centro, California, held on the day of , 2025, by the following vote:

09/2025/cdz/A25-0155/Reso/COPSFundFY2023-2024
AYES:

NOES:

ABSENT:

ABSTAINED:

By
Norma Wyles, City Clerk

From: Vanessa Salcido
Rene McNish: Graciela Alvarez
Vanessa Niebia: Kelly Brown
RE: COPS - FY 2023-2024
Tuesday, September 9, 2025 10:02:00 AM
To:

Cc:

Subject;
Date:

CAUTION: This email originated from outside of the El Centro Police Department.

Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content to be safe.

Good morning Rene.

Thank you. I will update my list. Thanks.

Vanessa
From: Rene McNish <[email protected]>
Sent: Tuesday, September 9, 2025 5:52 AM
To: Vanessa Salcido <[email protected]>; Graciela Alvarez <[email protected]>
Cc: Vanessa Niebia <[email protected]>; Kelly Brown <kbrown@ecpd,org> Subject: Re; COPS - FY 2023-2024
CATTION: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution.

Hello and good morning Vanessa,
Can you please remove Amanda Curiel as our point of contact for COPS funds and add Vanessa Niebia and myself to the email notification group. Thank you and have a great day!
On Sep 8, 2025, at 5:03 PM, Kelly Brown <[email protected]> wrote; Amanda
Thank you for assisting with making sure this gets taken care of. -Kelly
On Sep 8, 2025, at 2:33 PM, Amanda Curiel
<[email protected]> wrote:

Good afternoon,

A resolution and LSR for the below COPS grant award needs to be prepared to accept the funding. The previous LSR and resolution can be found in Q:\ADMINISTRATI0N\Administration\Grants\COPS\2022-2023. If you need any help with this, please do not hesitate to contact me.

Remember, after the LSR is completed this item will need to go to Council before December30, 2025.

Once Council has approved the item, please send Vanessa Salcido a signed copy of the resolution and she will prepare the check for pick-up. if you have any additional questions, please let me know.

Thank you,
Amanda
From: Vanessa Salcido
Sent: Monday, September 8, 2025 2:29 PM
To: Amanda Curie! j Robert Sawyer
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Cc: Graciela Alvarez <[email protected])rnal.ca.us> Subject: COPS - FY 2023-2024
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Good afternoon.

The City of El Centro has not yet requested its COPS funds for Fiscal Year 2023-2024 (please see details below). These funds must be requested by Deccmher 30, 2025. or they may be forfeited. 2023-24 Allocation
2023-24 Growth
100,000.00
106,695.99
Please let me know if you have an\' questions.

Respectfully.
1 anessa Salcido
Office Technician
County Executive Office
Tel: (442)265-1001

[email protected]
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Being happy doesn't mean that everything is perfect.

It means that you've decided to look beyond the imperfections.

City Council of the City of El Centro
1275 W. Main Street
El Centro, CA 92243

SUBMITTED
ACTION ITEM (ID # 2025-339)
Item: 15.

Meeting: 10/21/2025 3:30 PM
Department: Human Resources
Category: Action Item
Prepared by: Dulce Bedolla, Human
Resource Director
Department Head: Dulce Bedolla
DOC ID: 2025-339
Dispatcher Recruitment Incentive Program.

CITY MANAGER'S RECOMMENDATION:

Approve Recruitment Incentive Program for dispatchers.

FISCAL IMPACT:

General Fund
STRATEGIC PLANNING PROGRAM 2022-2027 RELATION:

Financial & Governance Stability & Sustainability
DUE DILIGENCE CHECK FOR CONTRACTORS/CONSULTANTS: DID THE

DEPARTMENT VERIFY CURRENT EL CENTRO BUSINESS LICENSE,
CONTRACTOR'S LICENSE, REFERENCE CHECKS, INSURANCE, ETC.:

BACKGROUND:

The City is addressing the longstanding shortage of Public Safety Dispatchers and is recommending the approval of a recruitment program. The program will be in effect from October 2025 through October 2026.

DISCUSSION:

The program consists of the following:
$5,000 signing bonus for newly hired entry level dispatcher and lateral dispatchers. $2,000 referral bonus
CONCLUSION:

Approve the Dispatcher Recruitment Intentive Program for dispatchers.

ATTACHMENTS:

1. Dispatcher - Recruitment Incentive Program

Dispatcher Recruitment Incentive Program
Effective October 1, 2025, the City has approved a Dispatcher Recruitment Incentive Program that consists of a referral bonus for all City employees and a signing bonus for all Dispatcher candidates hired. The Referral Bonus and Signing Bonus both apply to job applicants hired by the Human Resources Department as of October 1, 2025. This program will be in effect through October 1, 2026.

REFERRAL BONUS:

The City of El Centro places great importance on referral because it trusts its employees know what’s best for the City. Therefore, all City staff is eligible for a $2,000 Referral Bonus if they are able to successfully refer and recruit a Dispatcher Entry Level Dispatcher and/or Lateral Dispatcher. The referral bonus will be paid in two (2) installments: $1,000 will be given at the time of hire and $1,000 after successful completion of the probationary period.

The following rules apply:
• Upon hire of the Entry Level Dispatcher or Lateral Dispatcher, the first installment of $1,000 will be paid out within a month of the date of hire of the candidate. The second $1,000 installment will be paid out within a month of passing probation. • The candidate must include the referring employee’s name in the employment application under the “How did you hear about this position?” question. • Referrer must be an active employee and in good standing at the time of disbursement. • Only one referral bonus will be awarded to a City employee per candidate. • Employees cannot refer a family member as defined in section 4.9 of the Rules and Regulations.
• Referring employee remains eligible for the referral bonus if the candidate is hired within 18 months of the initial referral, and their name was originally included in the candidate’s job application, and the recruitment incentive program is still in place. • Employees working at recruitment events and other similar recruitment efforts are eligible to receive up to one (1) referral bonus per fiscal year for a candidate contacted at any of these events.

SIGNING BONUS:

Newly hired Entry Level Dispatchers and Lateral Dispatchers are eligible for a $5,000 signing bonus as an incentive to join the City. The signing bonus will be paid out in two (2) installments as follows:
• $2,500 within a month of being hired and sworn in.
• $2,500 within a month of successful completion of probation.

The signing bonus is not considered “salary” and shall not be included for purposes of retirement benefit calculations or salary increases. The signing bonus amount will be subject to federal and state tax withholding as bonus earnings.

Payment of the signing bonus is contingent upon:
• Employee must be actively employed at the time of any payment; and • Employee must be in good standing and not on any form of unsatisfactory performance rating or discipline; and
ELIGIBILITY:

A full-time employee hired as an Entry Level Dispatcher or Lateral Dispatcher position who has not received a dispatch retention bonus will be eligible to receive the signing bonus.

City Council of the City of El Centro
1275 W. Main Street
El Centro, CA 92243

SUBMITTED
ACTION ITEM (ID # 2025-195)
Item: 16.

Meeting: 10/21/2025 3:30 PM
Department: Public Works
Category: Ordinance
Prepared by: Catherine Gutierrez,
P.W. Analyst
Department Head: Abraham Campos
DOC ID: 2025-195
Amendment to Municipal Code Chapter 17, Section 60 regarding the prohibition of vehicles with more than two axles on portions of Wake Avenue and 8th Street.

CITY MANAGER'S RECOMMENDATION:

Introduce and approve Ordinance No. 25- , AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL CENTRO AMENDING THE MUNICIPAL CODE CHAPTER 17, SECTION 60, REGARDING COMMERCIAL VEHICLES WITH MORE THAN TWO AXLES, waive reading and approve as a 1st reading and authorize City Clerk to place on the next agenda for second reading and adoption.

FISCAL IMPACT:

No impact to the General Fund
STRATEGIC PLANNING PROGRAM 2022-2027 RELATION:

Community Health, Safety & Welfare
DUE DILIGENCE CHECK FOR CONTRACTORS/CONSULTANTS: DID THE

DEPARTMENT VERIFY CURRENT EL CENTRO BUSINESS LICENSE,
CONTRACTOR'S LICENSE, REFERENCE CHECKS, INSURANCE, ETC.:

NA
BACKGROUND:

City staff has received complaints from residents along Wake Avenue between La Brucherie Avenue and Imperial Avenue. Residents have stated they are concerned about large vehicles utilizing Wake Avenue to access Imperial Avenue or La Brucherie Avenue.

DISCUSSION:

Section 17-60 of the El Centro Municipal Code prohibits commercial vehicles with more than two axles from operating on certain designated streets, including portions of Main Street, State Street, and Broadway Avenue (between 4th Street and Imperial Avenue), as well as Ocotillo Drive (between 14th Street and La Brucherie Avenue), among others.

Staff recommends that Wake Avenue, between Imperial Avenue and La Brucherie Avenue, be added to the list of streets identified in Section 17-60. These restrictions are generally established due to concerns related to traffic safety, roadway preservation, and the quality of life in adjacent residential areas. Streets included in this section of the code are typically not designed to accommodate the weight, size, or turning movements of large commercial vehicles, which can accelerate pavement deterioration and increase maintenance costs. Furthermore, limiting heavy truck traffic on these routes helps reduce noise, air pollution, and vibrations that negatively affect residents and nearby businesses.

Alternative truck routes that are better suited for commercial vehicle use are available and clearly identified in the City’s Mobility Element, which is included as an attachment to this

report. This recommendation seeks to balance the operational needs of the commercial sector with the City’s goals for safe and livable neighborhoods.

The restriction does not apply to emergency vehicles, buses, garbage trucks, public utility vehicles, or vehicles serving individuals or businesses within the restricted area.

CONCLUSION:

Introduce and Approve Ordinance No. 25- , AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL CENTRO AMENDING THE MUNICIPAL CODE CHAPTER 17, SECTION 60, REGARDING COMMERCIAL VEHICLES WITH MORE THAN TWO AXLES, waive reading and approve as a 1st reading and authorize City Clerk to place on the next agenda for second reading and adoption.

ATTACHMENTS:

1. Ordinance No. 25 -

2. Mobility Element Truck Route

06/2025/cdz/A25-0097/Ord/AmendmentChapt17Section60
ORDINANCE 25-

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL CENTRO AMENDING EL CENTRO MUNICIPAL CODE CHAPTER 17, SECTION 60, REGARDING

COMMERCIAL VEHICLES WITH MORE THAN TWO AXLES

1. Findings: The City Council of the City of El Centro finds as follows:
a. The City may prohibit the use of City streets by certain classes of vehicles, such as trucks that are excessively noisy or create unsafe traffic conditions for other drivers. (See Vehicle Code Section 21101(c).
b. Such vehicles include trucks with double axles as set out in Section 17-60(a) of the City Code. Complaints regarding noise and safety have been received regarding such vehicle on Wake Avenue beginning at Imperial Avenue east to La Brucherie. c. Such regulations are not arbitrary, unreasonable or confiscatory and currently exist within the City.

2. Section 17-60(a) is amended to add subsections (10), (11), and (12) to read as follows:
(10) On Wake Avenue between La Brucherie Avenue and Imperial Avenue. (11) On Wake Avenue between 8th Street and Cypress Drive. (12) On 8th Street between Bradshaw Drive and Wake Avenue.

3. This ordinance shall take effect 30 days after the date of its adoption.

INTRODUCED at a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of El Centro California, held on the day of , 2025.

PASSED AND ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of El Centro, California, held on the day of , 2025.

CITY OF EL CENTRO
By: __________________________
Sonia Carter, Mayor
ATTEST:

By: ______________________________
Norma Wyles, City Clerk

06/2025/cdz/A25-0097/Ord/AmendmentChapt17Section60
APPROVED AS TO FORM:

Office of the City Attorney
By: ______________________________
Elizabeth L. Martyn, City Attorney

STATE OF CALIFORNIA )
COUNTY OF IMPERIAL ) ss

CITY OF EL CENTRO )
I, Norma Wyles, City Clerk of the City of El Centro, California, do hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution No. 25- was duly and regularly adopted at a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of El Centro, California, held on the day of , 2025, by the following vote:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSENT:

ABSTAINED:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSENT:

ABSTAINED:

By:_________________________
Norma Wyles, City Clerk

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El Centro Mobility Element Update Truck Routes
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Adams Ave
Euclid Ave
Scott Ave
Pico Ave
Bradshaw Ave
W. Main St
Orange Ave
Hamilton Ave
Ross Ave
Ocotillo Dr
Wake Ave
McCabe Rd
Aurora Dr
La Brucherie Ave
Imperial Ave
8th St
4th St
Dogwood Ave Dogwood Ave
Pitzer Rd
Austin Rd
Lotus Ave
Commercial Ave
Wake Ave
E. Danenberg Dr
Brighton Ave
Villa Ave
Cruickshank Dr
Farnsworth Ln
6th St
3rd St 3rd St
Orange Ave 1st St
Valleyview Ave
Cooley Rd
E. Evan Hewes Hwy
Waterman Ave
Plank Rd
Villa Ave
Lincoln Ave
Industry Way
4th St
Cannon Rd
E. Aurora Dr
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Primary Truck Route
Local Truck Route

City Council of the City of El Centro
1275 W. Main Street
El Centro, CA 92243

SUBMITTED
ACTION ITEM (ID # 2025-332)
Item: 17.

Meeting: 10/21/2025 3:30 PM
Department: Community Development
Category: Ordinance
Prepared by: Andrea Montano,
Associate Planner
Department Head: Angel Hernandez
DOC ID: 2025-332
Continuance of Public Hearing to Consider Setting Mobile Vendor Permit Fees.

CITY MANAGER'S RECOMMENDATION:

Staff requests that the City Council defer action and discussion on mobile vending permit fees to allow additional time for staff to complete the required public noticing related to the proposed fee updates. Staff further recommends continuing the public hearing to the City Council meeting of November 4, 2025.

FISCAL IMPACT:

Proposed fees would offset city staff time utilized in reviewing mobile vendor applications for and ensure compliance with mobile vending requirements.

STRATEGIC PLANNING PROGRAM 2022-2027 RELATION:

Economic Opportunity
DUE DILIGENCE CHECK FOR CONTRACTORS/CONSULTANTS: DID THE

DEPARTMENT VERIFY CURRENT EL CENTRO BUSINESS LICENSE,
CONTRACTOR'S LICENSE, REFERENCE CHECKS, INSURANCE, ETC.:

None
BACKGROUND:

The Mobile Vendor Ordinance was presented to the City Council on September 16, 2025 which will require a Mobile Vendor Permit for all mobile vendors and a Facility Use (Mobile Vendor) Permit for mobile vendors that will be located within City facilities. Fees for both permits are required to be set by a resolution approved by City Council at a duly noticed public hearing.

DISCUSSION:

Staff is requesting that the City Council continue the public hearing scheduled for October 21, 2025 to the November 4, 2025 City Council Meeting. The reason is to allow additional time to comply with public notice requirements for actions involving permit fees that require additional written notices to be sent.

CONCLUSION:

Staff requests that the City Council defer action and discussion on mobile vending permit fees to allow additional time for staff to complete the required public noticing related to the proposed fee updates. Staff further recommends continuing the public hearing to the City Council meeting of November 4, 2025.

ATTACHMENTS:

None

City Council of the City of El Centro
1275 W. Main Street
El Centro, CA 92243

SUBMITTED
ACTION ITEM (ID # 2025-337)
Item: 18.

Meeting: 10/21/2025 3:30 PM
Department: Human Resources
Category: Resolution
Prepared by: Dulce Bedolla, Human
Resource Director
Department Head: Dulce Bedolla
DOC ID: 2025-337
Appointment of City Manager.

CITY MANAGER'S RECOMMENDATION:

Adopt Resolution No. 25- , RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF

EL CENTRO ESTABLISHING THE COMPENSATION AND EMPLOYMENT TERMS FOR THE POSITION OF CITY MANAGER.

FISCAL IMPACT:

General Fund
STRATEGIC PLANNING PROGRAM 2022-2027 RELATION:

Financial & Governance Stability & Sustainability
DUE DILIGENCE CHECK FOR CONTRACTORS/CONSULTANTS: DID THE

DEPARTMENT VERIFY CURRENT EL CENTRO BUSINESS LICENSE,
CONTRACTOR'S LICENSE, REFERENCE CHECKS, INSURANCE, ETC.:

BACKGROUND:

Robert Sawyer was appointed Acting City Manager on May 2025. After recruitment for a City Manager and Council's consideration, Council is appointing Robert Sawyer as the new City Manager.

DISCUSSION:

Pay increases and conditions as per the attached resolution are being presented to the City Council for final approval:

Effective October 21, 2025, Yearly Salary $240,000
Effective October 21, 2026, Yearly Salary $250,000
Effective October 21, 2027, Yearly Salary $260,000
Life Insurance in the amount of $480,000
Medical insurance benefits on the same basis as other City employees CONCLUSION:

Adopt Resolution No. 25- , RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF EL CENTRO

ESTABLISHING THE COMPENSATION AND EMPLOYMENT TERMS FOR THE POSITION OF CITY MANAGER FROM OCTOBER 21, 2025, THROUGH OCTOBER 20, 2028.

ATTACHMENTS:

1. R Sawyer CM Resolution (003)

1 10/2025/cdz/A25-0160/Reso/EmploymentContract_CityManager RESOLUTION NO. 25-

RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL CENTRO ESTABLISHING

THE COMPENSATION AND EMPLOYMENT TERMS FOR THE POSITION OF CITY MANAGER FROM OCTOBER 21, 2025 THROUGH OCTOBER 20, 2028
WHEREAS, Chapter 2, Division 3 of the City Code of the City of El Centro, California ("City Code"), establishes the Office of the City Manager and the duties of the City Manager are prescribed in Section 2-82 of the City Code; and
WHEREAS, Robert Sawyer (the "Employee") previously was appointed to the position of Police Chief and was compensated pursuant to Resolution No. 22-118; and WHEREAS, the City Council now has selected Employee to serve as the City Manager effective as of the date set out above; and
WHEREAS, for POST purposes, Employee is retiring as a law enforcement officer although he remains employed by the City in a non-sworn position as the City Manager; and WHEREAS, Resolution No. 22-118 shall be replaced by this Resolution which constitutes a new contract of employment between Employee and the City of El Centro for Employee to serve as the City Manager; and
WHEREAS, this Resolution is approved and adopted at an open session of an adjourned regular meeting of the City Council after announcement of its contents as required by law; and WHEREAS, the City Council now finds it in the best interests of the City to provide the following compensation and benefits for the Employee.

NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL CENTRO, CALIFORNIA, DOES HEREBY RESOLVE AS FOLLOWS:

1. Recitals. The foregoing are true, correct and adopted hereby.

2. Repeal. Resolution No. 22-118 is hereby repealed in its entirety as of OCTOBER 21, 2025, the effective date of this Resolution.

3. Base Salary.

Effective October 21, 2025, for administrative services rendered to the City and its agencies, the Employee shall receive a base salary of Two Hundred Forty Thousand Dollars ($240,000).

Effective October 21, 2026, for administrative services rendered to the City and its agencies, the Employee shall receive a base salary of Two Hundred Fifty Thousand Dollars ($250,000).

2 10/2025/cdz/A25-0160/Reso/EmploymentContract_CityManager Effective October 21, 2027, for administrative services rendered to the City and its agencies, the Employee shall receive a base salary of Two Hundred Sixty Thousand Dollars ($260,000).

In the event the City determines that one or more department heads should receive a salary increase following the recent total compensation study, there shall remain a separation of fifteen percent (15%) between the highest paid department head and the City Manager. The City Manager’s salary may be adjusted without further Council action to maintain that separation.

4. Annual Evaluation. The Employee shall be evaluated by the City Council during October of each year. It is the responsibility of the City Manager to use his best efforts to place such evaluation on the City Council agenda during August, September or October of each year in anticipation of the October evaluation. Such evaluation shall be in accordance with specific written criteria and goals jointly developed by the City Council and the City Manager.

5. Medical Insurance.
(a) The Employee shall receive the same comprehensive major medical, dental, life and vision care insurance as provided to all employees. The City will contribute on behalf of the Employee the same amounts as for Department Heads.
(b) Upon retirement from the City, the Employee shall have the opportunity to participate in the same comprehensive major medical, dental, life and vision care insurance program. If the sum of the Employee's age (expressed in years and complete month) plus the years of service credit (as reflected in the records of the California Public Employees Retirement System ("CalPERS")) totals seventy-five (75) or more upon separation, the City shall pay six hundred nineteen dollars and one cent ($619.01) towards the cost of the employee-only portion of said insurance until the Employee reaches age sixty-five (65). During this time, insurance coverage will be available to the Employee's dependents at the Employee's expense. At age sixty-five (65), the retired Employee may elect to continue said insurance coverage as a Medicare Supplement Plan, including dependent coverage, at the Employee's expense.

6. Disability Insurance. The City shall provide short-term and long-term disability insurance to the Employee at City's cost.

7. Life Insurance. The City shall provide and pay for the premiums due for the Employees term life insurance in the amount of four hundred eighty thousand ($480,000) up to the age of seventy (70). If employee has reached the age of seventy (70), the life insurance will be paid at the reduced benefit amount in accordance with the City's contract with the Life Insurance Administrator. The City shall pay the full cost of this group term life insurance coverage. The Employee shall name one or more beneficiaries of the life insurance policy.

8. Travel Insurance. The Employer shall provide travel insurance for the Employee while the Employee is traveling on the Employer’s business, with the Employee to name one or more beneficiaries. Should the Employee die while on travel for the Employer, the Employer shall cover the full cost of retrieving and transporting the Employee’s remains back to the custody of the Employee’s family.

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9. Physical Examination. Each calendar year, to the extent not covered by insurance, City shall provide Employee with an executive physical examination, at a cost not to exceed One Thousand Dollars ($1,000.00) by a qualified physician or medical facility, of the City’s choice, within reasonable proximity to the City.

10. Retirement. The Employee shall participate in CalPERS' two percent (2%) at sixty-two (62) retirement plan. The City will contribute one hundred percent (100%) of the employer contribution amount as determined by CalPERS. The Employee shall pay the employee portion of seven percent (7.00%). The Employee's contributions will be paid pre-tax under IRS section 414 (h) (2).

11. Holidays. Employee shall be entitled to the same paid holidays as other City employees.

12. Administrative Leave. Employer shall provide the Employee with eight (8) days of paid administrative leave per year effective July 1 of each year. Administrative leave shall not accumulate from year to year. Any administrative leave time remaining in the Employee's account as of June l of any year may be converted to cash; provided, however, that the total leave converted shall not exceed forty (40) hours. If administrative leave is not converted, any administrative leave time remaining as of June 30 shall be forfeited.

13. Sick Leave. The Employee shall accrue sick leave at a rate of three and sixty-nine one hundredth (3.69) hours bi-weekly. Reimbursement of the unused sick leave shall be as provided for in the Personnel Rules and Regulations of the City. Sick leave hours may be accumulated without restriction.

14. Vacation Leave. Employee shall accrue vacation leave that shall be earned at six and fifteen one hundredth (6.15) hours bi-weekly. This rate of accrual is the maximum permitted under the City's vacation leave accrual program and will not increase in subsequent years. (a) Accumulation. Vacation leave shall be accumulated up to a maximum of four hundred (400) hours.
(b) Payment of Vacation Leave at Termination. Upon termination of employment, the Employee shall be paid for any accrued vacation leave at the Employee's current rate of pay. (1) Hardship Cash-Out. Employees may cash out vacation leave only in the event of a financial emergency where: (i) the employee can demonstrate that the employee has a real financial emergency caused by an event beyond their control, (ii) it would result in serious financial hardship if the cash payment were not made, and (iii) the amount of the cash payment is limited to the amount necessary to meet the emergency. The City Manager or designee will determine, at their sole discretion, whether an emergency exists and the extent of the financial need.

15. Provision of Vehicle. Because the Employee’s duties require exclusive and unrestricted use of an automobile, the City shall provide the Employee with a vehicle at the Employer’s cost. The Employer shall be responsible for paying for liability, property damage, and comprehensive insurance, and for the operation, maintenance, and repair of the vehicle.

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16. Applicability of City's Personnel Rules. The City's Personnel Rules and Regulations shall apply to the Employee to the extent not superseded by this Resolution.

17. Employment Termination/Notice and Severance Pay.
(a) The term of this Resolution is three (3) years from its effective date. (b) Termination by Employee: Except as otherwise provided, Employee may resign at any time with 30 calendar days prior written notice. During the third year of employment, Employee shall give at least six (6) months prior written notice if he does not wish for the Council to consider extension of this Resolution. Under either circumstance, Employee shall not be eligible for severance on the date of termination of this Resolution. (c) Termination by Council Without Cause: The City Council agrees that, during the duration of this Agreement, at least four (4) members of the City Council will have to vote in favor of termination without cause in order to effectuate termination. Subject to the provisions of Section 2-87, and in compliance with the provisions of Section 2-86 of the City Code, the Employee may be terminated by the City Council without cause upon 30 calendar days prior written notice confirmed by a 4/5ths vote.
(1) Upon such termination without cause, Employee shall receive severance pay in an amount not to exceed four (4) times the Employee's monthly base salary on the date of termination. The City also shall provide four (4) months of health (medical, dental, and vision) benefits continuing under the benefit plans in which the employee and any dependents are then enrolled. During such time, City will continue to contribute the employer portion of the coverage to the same extent provided to an employee. Employee shall make the appropriate employee contributions for continued coverage by direct payments to the City. (2) The provision of a severance payment also shall be conditioned upon the execution by City Manager of a Release of All Claims, both known and unknown, in a form acceptable to the City Council and City Attorney.
(3) Such severance pay shall be paid to the Employee in a lump sum by the City within ten (10) calendar days after the effective date of the Employee's termination, or if agreeable to the employee shall be paid in equal installments during which installment period the Employee shall continue to receive medical insurance benefits. Other options may be agreed upon by the Employer and the Employee.
(4) Nothing in this paragraph shall be deemed to contradict the provisions of El Centro City Code Section 2-87 which provide that Employee shall not be removed from office during or within ninety (90) calendar days next succeeding any general municipal election held in the City at which election a new member of the City Council is elected. The purpose of this provision is to allow any newly elected member of the City Council to observe the actions and ability of the City Manager in the performance of the powers and duties of his office. After the expiration of such ninety (90) day period, the City and the Employee agree that the provisions of this Resolution shall prevail and supersede the provisions of Section 2-87 of the City Code as to the procedure for the termination of the City Manager and the severance arrangements relating thereto.

5 10/2025/cdz/A25-0160/Reso/EmploymentContract_CityManager (5) In the event the City, at any time, reduces the salary or other financial benefits of the Employee in a greater percentage than applicable across-the-board reduction for all employees of the City, or in the event that the City refuses, following written notice, to comply with any other provision benefiting the Employee herein or the Employee resigns following a suggestion, whether formal or informal, by the City Council that he resign, then, in that event, the Employee may at his option, be deemed himself to have been "terminated" without cause at the date of such reduction or such refusal to comply within the meaning and context of the herein severance pay provision. Furthermore, the Employee may declare a breach of this employment arrangement, and such breach will be regarded as termination without cause if the City, citizens or legislature acts to amend provisions of the law(s) pertaining to the role, powers, duties, authority, or responsibilities of the Employee's position (and results in the substantial diminution of same) or changes the form of government of the City. (6) It is understood by the parties that except as provided if he is to be removed for cause, the Employee cannot contest discipline or a separation from employment under the City's personnel system and explicitly waives any right to do so. The Employee understands that he is an at-will employee and has no property right in his employment or civil service protection.
(d) Termination by City Council for Cause: The City Manager may be removed for cause pursuant to the process provided in City Code Section 2-85. "Cause" for termination means the following:
(1) Conviction of any crime involving an abuse of office or position as that term is defined in Government Code section 53243.4; or
(2) Repeated failure to carry out a directive or directives of the City Council made by the City Council as a body at a duly noticed meeting; or (3) Any grossly negligent action or inaction by the City Manager that materially and adversely impedes or disrupts the operations of the City, its agencies or units; or (4) Failure or refusal by the City Manager to perform the duties of his office that continues for a period of thirty (30) calendar days from the date of his receipt of written notice of such failure.

18. In the event the City Manager is terminated with cause, he shall not be entitled to severance pay, but shall receive any and all amounts otherwise owed under federal or state law, the City's Personnel Rules and Regulations or this Resolution.

19. Full-Time Commitment. The Employee shall commit full-time to meeting the responsibilities of the position. Effective upon the date of this Resolution, the Employee shall not accept or continue any outside employment or engagements without first obtaining the written consent of the City Council.

20. Hours of Work. It is recognized that the Employee must devote a great deal of time outside the normal office hours on business for the City, and to that end Employee shall be allowed to establish an appropriate work schedule.

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21. Other Terms and Conditions of Employment. Right of Return. Upon completion of service as City Manager in good standing, and with mutual agreement between the City and the Employee, the employee may be returned to the permanent position/assignment that he held prior to assuming the role of Interim and then City Manager. If that position/assignment no longer exists, he shall be provided a similar position or allowed to choose from any open position/assignment that he is qualified to perform.

22. Professional Education. The City agrees to provide a budget for and to pay travel and subsistence expenses of the Employee for short courses, institutes and seminars that are necessary for the Employee's professional development and for the good of the Employer.

23. Dues and Subscriptions. The City agrees to budget and to pay the professional dues and subscriptions of the Employee necessary for his continuation and full participation in national, state and local associations and organizations necessary and desirable to keep the Employee up-to-date with regard to matters of importance to the City, as a City Manager.

24. Civic Club Membership. The City recognizes the desirability of representation in and before local civic and other organizations and the Employee is authorized to become a member of such club(s) and organization(s). The City shall pay related and reasonable expenses thereto and allow the Employee to participate on City time.

25. Corporate Surety Bond. The City will obtain a bond pursuant to the provisions of City Code Section 2-78. The City shall bear the full cost of the Corporate Surety Bond.

26. Reimbursement of Cash Settlement upon Conviction of a Crime Involving Office or Position. Regardless of the term of this agreement, if this agreement is terminated, any cash settlement related to the termination that the Employee may receive from the City shall be fully reimbursed to the City if the Employee is convicted of a crime involving an abuse of his office or position.

27. Effective Date and Term. This resolution shall take effect on October 21, 2025, and shall remain in effect until October 20, 2028, unless terminated by either party in accordance with its provisions.

PASSED AND ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of El Centro, California, on the 21st day of October, 2025.

CITY OF EL CENTRO
By:______________________________
Sonia Carter, Mayor
ATTEST:

By:______________________________
Norma Wyles, City Clerk

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Office of the City Attorney
By:__________________________________
Elizabeth L. Martyn, City Attorney

STATE OF CALIFORNIA )
COUNTY OF IMPERIAL ) ss

CITY OF EL CENTRO )
I, Norma Wyles, City Clerk, of the City of El Centro, California, do hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution No. 25- , was duly and regularly adopted at a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of El Centro, California, held on the 21st day of October, 2025, by the following vote:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSENT:

ABSTAINED:

By __________________________
Norma Wyles, City Clerk
I agree to the foregoing:
_______________________________
Robert Sawyer
Date:________________

City Council of the City of El Centro
1275 W. Main Street
El Centro, CA 92243

SUBMITTED
ACTION ITEM (ID # 2025-321)
Item: 19.

Meeting: 10/21/2025 3:30 PM
Department: City Manager
Category: Action Item
Prepared by: Cindy De Zilwa,
Management Assistant
Department Head: Robert Sawyer
DOC ID: 2025-321
Ratify Letter of Support - Controlled Thermal Resources — Hell's Kitchen Project.

CITY MANAGER'S RECOMMENDATION:

Ratify letter of support request received by Controlled Thermal Resources for the Hell's Kitchen Project for Imperial County.

FISCAL IMPACT:

N/A
STRATEGIC PLANNING PROGRAM 2022-2027 RELATION:

Economic Opportunity
DUE DILIGENCE CHECK FOR CONTRACTORS/CONSULTANTS: DID THE

DEPARTMENT VERIFY CURRENT EL CENTRO BUSINESS LICENSE,
CONTRACTOR'S LICENSE, REFERENCE CHECKS, INSURANCE, ETC.:

N/A
BACKGROUND:

Controlled Thermal Resources is a U.S. company developing the most sustainable power and critical minerals project in the world today, right here in Imperial County. Hell's Kitchen Lithium and Power is located within the Salton Sea Known Geothermal Resource Area (SSKGR) — one of the world's largest geothermal and critical minerals resource areas.

Hell's Kitchen is an advanced geothermal power and critical minerals project where clean baseload energy is generated, and critical minerals are recovered and processed in one secure U.S. location. CTR has developed a vertically integrated engineering model to, generate renewable 24/7 clean energy, extract and recover critical minerals, refine minerals into high-quality battery-grade products with no offshore processing, and expand the capacity to recover and refine additional minerals and rare earth elements.

DISCUSSION:

CTR's commitment to local job creation, skills training, and sustainable development aligns closely with our city's goals for long-term economic resilience and community wellbeing.

With plans to prioritize Imperial County residents for more than 95% of project roles, including skilled and entry-level positions, this project stands to deliver lasting opportunities for our local work force and future generations. As well as ensuring local benefits for Imperial County, including stronger economic opportunities for small businesses, and reliable revenue for community services and Salton Sea restoration efforts.

CONCLUSION:

Ratify the letter of support that was submitted to CTR by their deadline of October 3, 2025.

ATTACHMENTS:

1. Letter of Support for CTR

2. CTR Hell's Kitchen Project

3. CTR Community+Benefits Fact Sheet

Mayor and Council Members
Sonia Carter
Marty Ellett
Sylvia Marroquin
Claudia Camarena
Michael Cranksliaw
October 2. 2025
To Whom It May Concern,
On behaifoflhe City of El Centro. 1 would like to extend our support to Controlled Thermal Resources (CTR) and the important work they are doing through the Hell's Kitchen project in Imperial County.

CTR's commitment to local Job creation, skills training, and sustainable development aligns closely with our city's goals for long-term economic resilience and community wellbeing. With plans to prioritize Imperial County residents for more than 95% of project roles, including skilled and entry-level positions, this project stands to deliver lasting opportunities for our local workforce and future generations.

The Hell’s Kitchen project also represents increased economic activity opportunity and an additional local tax base for regional infrastructure improvements to support upgrades to roads, bridges, emergency services, communications, housing, and community initiatives.

We are also encouraged by Cl'R’s collaborative approach, working with local schools, workforce agencies, and community organizations to ensure that residents have the tools and training they need to participate in and benefit from this development. Their commitment to environmental responsibility, which includes the sustainable production of clean energy and critical minerals with near-zero emissions and minimal land impact, reflects the kind of thoughtful growth we aim to support across our region.

The City of El Centro is proud to support CTR and the Hell’s Kitchen project. We look forward to seeing the continued progress of this world-class initiative and the many benefits it will bring to our region.

Sincerely.

Sonia Carter
Mayor
El Centro City Hall
1275 Main Street, El Centro, CA. 92243 (760) 337-4540 fax (760) 352-6177

Community and the Environment
Your Questions Answered
Hell’s Kitchen Power & Lithium
Imperial County, California

Hell’s Kitchen Power & Critical Minerals
Controlled Thermal Resources is a U.S. company developing the most sustainable power and critical minerals project in the world today, right here in Imperial County.

CTR has spent twelve years collaborating with investors, government, and the community to build the foundations for Lithium Valley. This collective vision will help the United States shift to electric vehicles and strengthen the nation’s clean energy independence.

Hell’s Kitchen Lithium and Power is located within the Salton Sea Known Geothermal Resource Area (SSKGR) - one of the world’s largest geothermal and critical minerals resource areas. Hell’s Kitchen
Imperial County,
California
Key Facts
CTR’s Stage 1 facilities will produce 50 megawatts
of clean renewable power and 25,000 metric tons
of lithium hydroxide monohydrate (LHM).

Geothermal facilities have sustainably operated
within the Salton Sea area for 40+ years.

CTR development plans are to build seven
project stages with an annual production capacity
of 175,000 metric tons of lithium. That’s enough
lithium to support approximately 2,900,000
electric vehicles every year.

This project boasts the highest sustainability
standards for lithium and power production with
near-zero carbon emissions, a very small land
footprint, and a unique design to minimize water
use.

CTR will prioritize Imperial County residents for
95% of all direct project jobs.

What will CTR’s Stage 1 look like?
The first 50-megawatt power plant and 25,000 metric tons lithium production facility is designed to create a very small land impact while minimizing water use through capturing excess steam and water recycling.

The size of this Stage 1 development is expected to require less than 70 acres of land.

Processing,
Manufacture &
Packaging
Water Reserve
& Purification
Power Plant
Geothermal
Brine System
Administration
Product
Shipping
Hell’s Kitchen Stage 1
Concept Image

1.5 miles

Cleaner, faster, efficient
lithium production
Stage 1
50 MW
25,000 tpa
Stages 1-10
~500 MW
~250,000 tpa Stages 1-7
~350 MW
~175,000 tpa
*Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory - 2023 Characterizing the Geothermal Lithium Resource at the Salton Sea Power &
Lithium
Estimated
Cumulative
Production
Massive CO2 and gasoline
reductions
Hell’s Kitchen - Stage 1
Will support ~415,000 EV’s each year
Creating estimated annual reductions of:
196.7 million gallons gasoline

1.9 million CO2t tailpipe emissions
370,000 CO2t using sustainable lithium
Hell’s Kitchen - 7 Stages
Will support ~2.9 million EV’s each year
Creating estimated annual reductions of:

1.37 billion gallons gasoline

13.3 million CO2t tailpipe emissions

2.6 million CO2t using sustainable lithium
Estimates: Average 60kg LCE per standard EV passenger vehicle DOE average 474 gallons gasoline usage per passenger vehicle per annum Minimal physical
footprint
No open-pit mining or
evaporation ponds
No tailings or
overseas processing
Fully integrated
onsite process
Powered by renewable
energy and steam
Near-zero CO2
emissions
Compared to 14.8 CO2t emissions per metric ton lithium - Australian spodumene/Chinese conversion EPA average 4.6 tons CO2 tailpipe emissions per passenger vehicle per annum Step 3
Produce Lithium
Carbonate or
Hydroxide
Step 2
Recover
Lithium from
Brine
Step 1
Produce Clean
Power and
Steam
Sale of
Renewable
Energy Battery
Manufacturing
by Others
EV Batteries,
Production
Very hot brine is
produced from deep
below the earth’s
surface
Brine is injected back
into the geothermal
reservoir
Total Salton Sea proven resource of 4.1 million tonnes LCE and probable resource of 18 million tonnes LCE
Report does not conform to a SEC or CSA standard

Lithium Valley Campus Concept Image
Hell’s Kitchen - Imperial County, California
Future Co-location
Potential
Stage 6
Power & Critical
Minerals
CTR’s Vision for the World’s First
Clean Energy Campus
Stage 5
Power & Critical
Minerals
Stage 4
Power & Critical
Minerals
Future Co-location
Potential
Stage 3
Power & Critical
Minerals
Stage 7
Power & Critical
Minerals
Stage 2
Power & Critical
Minerals
Stage 1
Power & Critical
Minerals
Future Co-location
Potential
Battery materials and manufacturing
companies have expressed interest
to co-locate onsite for direct access to
CTR’s critical minerals and baseload
renewable power.

The Lithium Valley Campus will set new
sustainability standards for the global
battery supply chain.
*Estimates based on comparative industry operations, co-location potential, and ongoing resource work.

Total
Investment
Potential
~$27 billion
Total
Jobs Potential
~7,940
Potential
Development CTR Battery Hub 1 Battery Hub 2
Potential
Facilities
7 Stages
Power 350 MW
Lithium 175,000 tpa
pCAM/CAM
Cathode/Anode
Cell Manufacturing
Cell Manufacturing
Potential
Investment ~$14 billion ~$9.5 billion ~$3.5 billion
Potential
Jobs ~940 ~4,500 ~2,500

Building the Strongest
Community Benefits in the U.S.

Imperial County boasts the strongest Community Benefits for lithium development in the United States.

CTR is proud to go even further, with a completed Project Labor Agreement for Union construction and major maintenance jobs for all CTR’s projects. We are also committed to Imperial County’s Good Neighbor Community Benefits Agreement program, which reflects the highest CBA standards in the country.

Creating Economic
Benefits
Creating Local
Jobs
✓ Up to 480 local union
construction jobs and 220 local
operational jobs for Stage 1
✓ Priority local hiring for 95% of
operational jobs, including
Technicians, Operators,
Transport, and Administration
✓ Quality, good-paying jobs with
family sustaining wages and
benefits
World-Class Local
Training & Education
✓ Commitment to local job
accessibility, educational
support, and on-the-job training
✓ Commitment to local
scholarships and construction
apprenticeships
✓ Commitment to a safe,
equitable, and exciting
workplace
Working with the
Community
✓ Support for community-led
initiatives and organizations
✓ Collaboration with community
representatives, residents, and
Sovereign Tribes
✓ Keeping the community
informed with Project Updates,
Fact Sheets, Community
Meetings, and Workshops
Top Environmental
Standards
✓ Powered by clean energy with
near-zero carbon emissions
✓ Minimal land use with no
open pit mines, evaporation
ponds, or tailing ponds
✓ World-class environmental
plan, including closed-loop
design, water recycling, and
electric vehicle fleet
Supporting Local
Business
✓ Committed to prioritizing
local, qualified contractors and
suppliers inclusive of:
• Locally-Owned Businesses
• Minority-Owned Businesses
• Woman-Owned Businesses
• Tribal-Owned Businesses
• Veteran-Owned Businesses
✓ Lithium Extraction Tax
Estimated $20 million per year
per Project Stage
✓ Lithium Mineral Royalties
Estimated $8.8 million per year
per Project Stage
✓ Proposed Additional Stages
Estimated $140 million and
$61.6 million Tax and Royalties
every year across 7 Stages

CTR has dedicated twelve years to developing the Hell’s Kitchen project, incorporating best-in-class standards, including minimal land impact, near-zero emissions, water conservation, infrastructure planning, and a trained and prepared workforce.

CTR has engaged global industry leaders in engineering, procurement, construction, technology, and finance to advance our Stage 1 project.

Over $285 million has been invested to date with significant milestones achieved.

We have the Power, the Resource, and
the Workforce to Meet this Moment
Proof of geothermal reservoir
completed
Lithium Supply Agreements
signed with GM and Stellantis
Stage 1 Definitive Feasibility
Study completed
Demonstration and Optimization
delivers ~97% lithium recovery
Stage 1 Conditional Use Permit
approved
Final Investment Decision
In Progress
Estimated Stage 1 Construction
Commencement 2026
World-Class Project Partners
Hell’s Kitchen designated as
Fast-41 covered project

What kind of economic benefits will there
be for the community?
Current economic modeling from Imperial County suggests that the County could double its current property tax income over the next 8 years.

If lithium production is supported and successful, the potential to attract battery manufacturing to the region will create thousands more local jobs, inject billions of dollars into the local community, and increase tax revenue for Imperial County.

Revenue from the Lithium Extraction Tax (SB 125) alone could generate up to $20 million from the sale of 25,000 tonnes of lithium from each CTR project stage - with 80% going to Imperial County and 20% going to restoration efforts at the Salton Sea.

If there is support for CTR to build seven project stages, the potential tax revenue could reach approximately $140 million every year.

In addition to the Lithium Extraction Tax, CTR is committed to paying royalties to Imperial Irrigation District of approximately $9 million per year, based upon an annual production of 25,000 metric tonnes.

Additional economic benefits for the community include the growth of new small businesses and service providers which will create more indirect jobs and more long-term prosperity for the community.

CTR’s facilities including its power and lithium production have no connection to the Salton Sea.

CTR’s Stage 1 development is located approximately 1.5 miles from the Salton Sea shoreline.

We do not take water from the sea. The Salton Sea is a geographical reference point only.

There are no tailing ponds.

There are no evaporation ponds.

There are no open pit mining activities.

The roads connecting CTR’s project to Highway 111 will be designed to minimize dust.

The project is approximately 4 miles from the township of Niland.

No open pit mines or evaporation ponds
at the Salton Sea!

What jobs will be created?
What kind of education and training is planned?
Education
Over 90% of CTR’s jobs will go to residents with a high school diploma or equivalent.

A smaller percentage will require community college diplomas or university degrees.

CTR is working closely with the County’s Workforce Development team, local high schools, Imperial Valley College, and SDSU, to assist in providing information to support STEM programs and other education programs.

Training
CTR is working closely with Imperial County and education providers now to establish what types of jobs and education requirements are needed.

CTR will also work closely with local high schools to create ‘from-school-to-job’ employment opportunities.

CTR is developing continuing on-the-job training for it’s operations.

CTR is developing a safe and exciting working environment for this generation and many generations to come.

CTR expects to create many direct and indirect good paying jobs in Imperial County.

Construction: Up to 480 ongoing jobs over 8 years, or until all project stages are complete.

Direct Project Jobs: Up to 220 jobs for Stage 1 and 940 jobs for stages 1-7.

The average wages and benefits are expected to be highly competitive and above average wages and benefits in the community.

Over 95% of these jobs will be filled by residents of Imperial County.

The majority of the direct jobs will be operators and maintenance personnel, plus engineers, accountants, chemists, laboratory technicians and various office personnel.

Environmental & Community
20 Point Checklist

1. Aesthetics/View lines
a. The Project is improving the area into managed land to help with onsite dust abatement.
b. There are no residences with a view of the site and there is no viewshed from a designated scenic highway.

2. Agriculture and Forestry Resources
a. The Project is not converting existing farmland into non-agricultural uses.

3. Air Quality
a. The Project will be operating within the same parameters as existing geothermal plants that have been operating for 44 years. b. The Project will receive an Air Permit in accordance with all rules and regulations required from the Imperial County Air Pollution Control District.
c. The lithium facility is a closed-loop system which produces near-zero emissions.

4. Biological Resources
a. The Project will create improvements through land development and dust abatement, in an area the California state has designated as “high emissive soils with a negative impact on the environment”. b. A minor portion of the Project site (~100 acres out of ~7,200 acres) are existing degraded areas and CTR intends to build facilities on these degraded land areas.

5. Cultural Resources
a. There are no existing buildings or historic resources onsite. b. A Cultural Resources consultant will monitor earthwork programs at the beginning of the project to identify any artifacts should they appear.

6. Energy Use
a. The Project will operate with renewable, baseload (24/7) energy. b. The Project will help the California state meet its Renewable Portfolio Standard goals by 2030.

7. Geology / Seismic Activity / Soils
a. The Project will create an improved environment through dust abatement.
b. The current soil health in the project area is highly degraded. c. The region is prone to seismic activity given the nature of the geology.

The geothermal operations in Imperial County have seismic monitoring stations as part of their strict permits with annual reports to the state and county authorities.

How will new development help with ongoing
Salton Sea environmental issues?
Residents that live in communities close to the Salton Sea have experienced negative impacts from the exposed dry lakebed dust (playa).

While geothermal power production is not responsible for dust emissions from the drying Salton Sea, finding solutions is still a high priority for the community and we will do our part to decrease dust emissions on our site.

Federal, state and local governments are supportive of geothermal and lithium development in this area as it could:

Help reduce dust from the exposed lakebed (playa) as part of the development.

Bring additional economic prosperity and investment to the region to aid in dust abatement through avenues such as the Lithium Extraction Tax.

Support government in their community initiatives and Salton Sea environmental programs to address the dust issue.

8. Greenhouse Gas Emissions
a. The Project will help the California state meet its Clean Energy goals by 2030.
b. The Project includes renewable energy generation and lithium production in a closed-loop system. Geothermal power generates minimal to insignificant greenhouse gas emissions approximately ten times less than a natural gas plant.

9. Waste Materials
a. The Project is designed not to generate hazardous process waste. b. The Project is designed not to generate either liquid or solid process waste.

10. Water
a. The Project does not use evaporation ponds, leach ponds, or tailing ponds. b. CTR is investigating ways to reduce its need for fresh water from Imperial Irrigation District (IID) including repurposing steam condensate, water recycling, and the use of non-potable water sources.

11. Land Use / Planning
a. The Project’s land use and other permits are authorized by Imperial County (e.g., Conditional Use Permit).
b. All land use will adhere to the laws and regulations governing our operations.
c. The Project includes land management of exposed dry lakebed playa.

12. Mineral Resources
a. This sustainably produced lithium will assist in the global transition to electric vehicles which is essential to curb global carbon emissions. b. The Project may produce secondary products with elements listed on the U.S. Critical Minerals List and is considered critical to U.S. national security.

13. Noise
a. Noise generated from this Project will meet, or be less than, all federal and state requirements.
b. The Hell’s Kitchen operating facilities are designed to minimize noise during normal operation.

14. Population / Jobs / Housing
a. CTR expects to create approximately 220 direct jobs in Stage 1 and 940 direct jobs at completion of Stages 1-7, in a California disadvantaged community.
b. The Project is creating good-paying project jobs with competitive wages and benefits above local average wages.

14. Population / Jobs / Housing (Cont.)
c. Imperial County has a high unemployment rate. The Hell’s Kitchen operation will help to ease unemployment through job creation.
d. Over 95% of all operational jobs will be prioritized to residents of Imperial County. e. There are Imperial County plans to develop affordable and sustainably built housing in the county to meet further population growth. CTR is providing information to local counties, cities, non-profit organizations, and builders to assist in these efforts. f. CTR is working with Imperial County and various education providers to support education development in high school, college and university programs, as well as recruitment and on-the-job training programs.

15. Public Services
a. CTR will work with Imperial County so it’s operations will not negatively impact existing service ratios, response times or other performance objectives for fire protection, police protection, schools, parks, or other public facilities. b. The Project team is working with County officials to facilitate and support any additional needs for emergency management as a result of this project development.

16. Recreation
a. The Project area is not designated as an active recreation area. b. The Project will enhance future recreation because it will help to mitigate the dust that prevents the public from enjoying open space.

17. Transportation
a. The Project will not conflict with local transit, roadway, bicycle, or pedestrian facilities. b. Any necessary roadway improvements as a result of this project development will be made based on the results of traffic studies included in the Environmental Impact Report and authorized by Imperial County.

18. Tribal Cultural Resources
a. Tribal consultation has been conduted and will continue. b. Preliminary consultation with the Tribes to date indicates that there are no Tribal Cultural Resources on the project site.
c. CTR welcomes ongoing collaboration with Tribal representatives and further discussions on activities relating to Tribal needs, workforce training, and other community initiatives.

19. Utilities / Service Systems
a. The Project will purchase water and power from Imperial Irrigation District (IID). b. The Project will sell power to the Imperial Irrigation District (IID) connecting to the grid at an existing interconnect point.

20. Wildfire
a. The Project is not located in an urban-wildlife interface that would subject people to wildfire dangers.
b. The Project includes land management of exposed dry lakebed (playa).

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CTR received a ‘Conditional Use Permit’ and other permits in 2024. Once construction commences, Stage 1 will have an anticipated commissioning schedule of approximately 2.5 years.

Auto companies are continuing to accelerate their requirements for more lithium, and we expect this demand to keep growing beyond 2030.

The federal and state governments are committed to supporting a domestic battery supply chain.

Imperial County, in conjunction with CTR, can do its part to ensure U.S. clean energy independence and security.

In addition to the many community benefits, development of the ‘Lithium Valley’ vision could help reduce carbon emissions and quite literally, help save the planet! The time to support this once-in-a-generation opportunity is now.

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Building a Strong and Sustainable Future Together!
Creating Genuine Community and Environmental Benefits

Creating Economic
Benefits
Creating Local
Jobs
✓ Up to 480 local union
construction jobs and 220 local
operational jobs for Stage 1
✓ Priority local hiring for 95% of
operational jobs, including
Technicians, Operators,
Transport, and Administration
✓ Quality, good-paying jobs with
family sustaining wages and
benefits
World-Class Local
Training & Education
✓ Commitment to local job
accessibility, educational
support, and on-the-job training
✓ Commitment to local
scholarships and construction
apprenticeships
✓ Commitment to a safe,
equitable, and exciting
workplace
Working with the
Community
✓ Support for community-led
initiatives and organizations
✓ Collaboration with community
representatives, residents, and
Sovereign Tribes
✓ Keeping the community
informed with Project Updates,
Fact Sheets, Community
Meetings, and Workshops
Top Environmental
Standards
✓ Powered by clean energy with
near-zero carbon emissions
✓ Minimal land use with no
open pit mines, evaporation
ponds, or tailing ponds
✓ World-class environmental
plan, including closed-loop
design, water recycling, and
electric vehicle fleet
For over twelve years, CTR and the
communities of Imperial County
have worked together to build strong
foundations for local jobs, a thriving
economy, and a sustainable future.

The success of ‘Lithium Valley’
requires the timely development of
sustainable lithium facilities -
powered by the world’s cleanest
energy.

Together, we can make a
world of difference! Building the Strongest
Community Benefits in the U.S.
2024 was a year of connection
and collaboration within our
community.

Together, we’ve participated in
over 120 community-led events
and meetings, each helping to
build a stronger, more informed,
and more engaged community.

Imperial County boasts the
strongest Community Benefits for
lithium development in the United
States.

We need to continue to work
together to achieve these worthy
goals.

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Supporting Local
Business
✓ Committed to prioritizing
local, qualified contractors and
suppliers inclusive of:
• Locally-Owned Businesses
• Minority-Owned Businesses
• Woman-Owned Businesses
• Tribal-Owned Businesses
• Veteran-Owned Businesses
32 Community and Sponsored
Events
11 Community Education &
Informational Outreach Events
79 Stakeholder Meetings &
Workshops
✓ Lithium Extraction Tax
Estimated $20 million per year
per Project Stage
✓ Lithium Mineral Royalties
Estimated $9 million per year
per Project Stage
✓ Proposed Additional Stages
Estimated $140 million and
$63 million Tax and Royalties
every year across 7 Stages
CTR is proud to go even further,
with a completed Project Labor
Agreement for Union construction
and major maintenance jobs for all
CTR’s projects.

We are also committed to Imperial
County’s Good Neighbor
Community Benefits Agreement
program, which reflects the highest
CBA standards in the country.

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Together, we can make a real
difference in Imperial County for
this generation and future
generations to come.

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City Council of the City of El Centro
1275 W. Main Street
El Centro, CA 92243

SUBMITTED
ACTION ITEM (ID # 2025-279)
Item: 20.

Meeting: 10/21/2025 3:30 PM
Department: City Clerk
Category: Action Item
Prepared by: Norma Wyles, City Clerk
Department Head: Sonia Carter
DOC ID: 2025-279
Discussion and any necessary action regarding the appointments to the Library and Community Services Board to fill three (3) scheduled vacancies.

CITY MANAGER'S RECOMMENDATION:

Mayor's Recommendation: Approve three (3) appointments to the Library and Community Services Board with new terms ending June 30, 2028.

FISCAL IMPACT:

STRATEGIC PLANNING PROGRAM 2022-2027 RELATION:

DUE DILIGENCE CHECK FOR CONTRACTORS/CONSULTANTS: DID THE

DEPARTMENT VERIFY CURRENT EL CENTRO BUSINESS LICENSE,
CONTRACTOR'S LICENSE, REFERENCE CHECKS, INSURANCE, ETC.:

BACKGROUND:

DISCUSSION:

CONCLUSION:

ATTACHMENTS:

1. Memo - Library & Community Services Board 8-19-2025

2. Betty Tucker

3. Adrianne Lawson

4. Matthew Cowie

5. Carmela Ruiz

M E M O R A N D U M
TO: Sonia Carter, Mayor & City Council
FROM: Norma Wyles, City Clerk
RE: Library and Community Services Board Vacancies

DATE: October 21, 2025
LIBRARY AND COMMUNITY SERVICES BOARD:

There are three (3) scheduled voting member vacancies with new terms ending June 30, 2028.

The following individuals would like to be considered for re-appointment:

Voting Member Re-appointment:
1) Betty Tucker
2) Adrianne Lawson
3) Matthew Cowie
The following individual would like to be considered for appointment:
a) Carmela Ruiz

City Council of the City of El Centro
1275 W. Main Street
El Centro, CA 92243

SUBMITTED
ACTION ITEM (ID # 2025-278)
Item: 21.

Meeting: 10/21/2025 3:30 PM
Department: City Clerk
Category: Action Item
Prepared by: Norma Wyles, City Clerk
Department Head: Sonia Carter
DOC ID: 2025-278
Discussion and any necessary action regarding the appointment to the Imperial Valley Housing Authority Board to fill one (1) scheduled vacancy.

CITY MANAGER'S RECOMMENDATION:

Mayor's Recommendation: Approve one (1) appointment to the Imperial Valley Housing Authority Board with term ending July 1, 2029.

FISCAL IMPACT:

STRATEGIC PLANNING PROGRAM 2022-2027 RELATION:

DUE DILIGENCE CHECK FOR CONTRACTORS/CONSULTANTS: DID THE

DEPARTMENT VERIFY CURRENT EL CENTRO BUSINESS LICENSE,
CONTRACTOR'S LICENSE, REFERENCE CHECKS, INSURANCE, ETC.:

BACKGROUND:

DISCUSSION:

CONCLUSION:

ATTACHMENTS:

1. MEMO

2. Michael Minnix Application

3. Carmela Ruiz

M E M O R A N D U M
TO: Sonia Carter, Mayor & City Council
FROM: Norma Wyles, City Clerk
RE: Imperial Valley Housing Authority Board Vacancy

DATE: October 21, 2025
There is one (1) scheduled board member vacancy with new term ending July 1, 2029.

The following individual would like to be considered for re-appointment:
a) Michael Minnix
The following individual would like to be considered for appointment:
b) Carmela Ruiz

City Council of the City of El Centro
1275 W. Main Street
El Centro, CA 92243

SUBMITTED
ACTION ITEM (ID # 2025-317)
Item: 22.

Meeting: 10/21/2025 3:30 PM
Department: City Clerk
Category: Informational Items
Prepared by: Norma Valenzuela,
Secretarial Assistant
Department Head: Norma Wyles
DOC ID: 2025-317
Received and referred to Community Development Department, Application for Alcoholic Beverage License — Walmart Inc. El Centro Fuel Station #1555 NCW of Waterman Ave and Bradshaw Re El Centro, CA 92243.

CITY MANAGER'S RECOMMENDATION:

FISCAL IMPACT:

STRATEGIC PLANNING PROGRAM 2022-2027 RELATION:

DUE DILIGENCE CHECK FOR CONTRACTORS/CONSULTANTS: DID THE

DEPARTMENT VERIFY CURRENT EL CENTRO BUSINESS LICENSE,
CONTRACTOR'S LICENSE, REFERENCE CHECKS, INSURANCE, ETC.:

BACKGROUND:

DISCUSSION:

CONCLUSION:

ATTACHMENTS:

1. Application for Alcoholic Beverage License Walmart Inc. El Centr

City Council of the City of El Centro
1275 W. Main Street
El Centro, CA 92243

SUBMITTED
ACTION ITEM (ID # 2025-318)
Item: 23.

Meeting: 10/21/2025 3:30 PM
Department: City Clerk
Category: Informational Items
Prepared by: Norma Valenzuela,
Secretarial Assistant
Department Head: Norma Wyles
DOC ID: 2025-318
Received and referred to Community Development Department, Application for Alcoholic Beverage License- Peraza Plaza llc 669 W Main St. El Centro, CA 92243- 4455.

CITY MANAGER'S RECOMMENDATION:

FISCAL IMPACT:

STRATEGIC PLANNING PROGRAM 2022-2027 RELATION:

DUE DILIGENCE CHECK FOR CONTRACTORS/CONSULTANTS: DID THE

DEPARTMENT VERIFY CURRENT EL CENTRO BUSINESS LICENSE,
CONTRACTOR'S LICENSE, REFERENCE CHECKS, INSURANCE, ETC.:

BACKGROUND:

DISCUSSION:

CONCLUSION:

ATTACHMENTS:

1. Application For Alcoholic Bevearge License Peraza Plaza LLC

City Council of the City of El Centro
1275 W. Main Street
El Centro, CA 92243

SUBMITTED
ACTION ITEM (ID # 2025-319)
Item: 24.

Meeting: 10/21/2025 3:30 PM
Department: City Clerk
Category: Informational Items
Prepared by: Norma Valenzuela,
Secretarial Assistant
Department Head: Norma Wyles
DOC ID: 2025-319
Received and referred to City Council, Certificate of Mailing Notice of Application to the City, County and Municipal Governmental Agencies for Southern California Gas Company filled its Cost Allocation Proceeding Application A-25-09-014.

CITY MANAGER'S RECOMMENDATION:

FISCAL IMPACT:

STRATEGIC PLANNING PROGRAM 2022-2027 RELATION:

DUE DILIGENCE CHECK FOR CONTRACTORS/CONSULTANTS: DID THE

DEPARTMENT VERIFY CURRENT EL CENTRO BUSINESS LICENSE,
CONTRACTOR'S LICENSE, REFERENCE CHECKS, INSURANCE, ETC.:

BACKGROUND:

DISCUSSION:

CONCLUSION:

ATTACHMENTS:

1. Notice of Application SoCal Gas filed its CAP applii A.25-0-014