Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Imperial County, California public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
3 issues in roads with high priority
Unincorporated communities left behind
Niland, Ocotillo, Bombay Beach, and Winterhaven residents say they lack recycling access, communication about services, and county support — and with no city council, the county is all they have. Speakers asked the Board to include them in programs like the IVRMA recycling agreement.
Deteriorating county roads, particularly Bess Road
September 1 flash floods wrecked Ogilby Road and the Picacho Road dirt segment; the Board declared emergencies so Public Works can repair them fast. Ogilby, the main route to the east side and recreation areas, should reopen by Thursday.
Red Earth intersection safety
Supervisor Kelley urged the county's transportation commission to act on the deadly Red Earth intersection, citing roughly six fatalities; a Caltrans roundabout proposal drew skepticism.