Local Politics · Calexico, CA
The Calexico City Council will hold a special closed session at 4:30 p.m. and a regular public meeting at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 21, 2026. The agenda includes a proposed ordinance to enforce California Vehicle Code 22526, aiming to prevent intersection blocking on Imperial Avenue, Grant Street, and Cesar Chavez Boulevard. Council members will also review labor negotiations with six municipal bargaining units and discuss ongoing state housing litigation.
Community News · Imperial County
The Imperial Irrigation District (IID) Board of Directors approved $4.3 million in Funding Local Opportunities for Water (FLOW) grants on October 20, 2026. The funding supports 13 infrastructure projects proposed by nine local agencies within IID’s water service area, including six cities and two utility districts. These projects aim to improve potable water distribution, raw water conveyance, storm-water facilities, and recreational resources linked to water management. The grant program, established in early 2026, facilitates partnerships that bring the total local investment to over $13.5 million.
Community News · Imperial County
The San Diego Regional Center will hold its first annual resource fair in Imperial County on Wednesday, October 21, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Casa de Mañana Building and surrounding area at the Imperial Fairgrounds. The event connects families of individuals with developmental disabilities—including intellectual disabilities, autism, cerebral palsy, and epilepsy—with health, wellness, and community service providers. Over 1,000 attendees are expected. Assistant Director Joab Gonzalez said the goal is to help families learn about available services they may not otherwise know about.
