Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Brawley public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
3 issues in roads with high priority
Best Road Reconstruction Funded Through SB 1
The Council locked in SB 1 gas-tax money to fully rebuild Best Road from Jones to Ganado, a $2.5 million project spread over two to three years. The first phase (Main to Jones) went out to bid, with award expected at the next meeting. Councilmembers also debated whether a possible airport runway extension could conflict with the corridor.
Emergency Storm Drain Collapse Repair at North Imperial Avenue
A collapsed storm drain canal near the landfill has created a sinkhole big enough to fit six to eight cars, and the road could collapse. The Council awarded $308,890 total to Cholla Construction for emergency repairs, with undergrounding of the drain planned as a second phase later.
Western Avenue construction and Lion Center pool repairs
Pool construction is on schedule for spring 2026 completion, with underground work nearly done and the pool foundation next.