Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Imperial County, California public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
3 issues with low priority
New Chief Public Defender appointed
Daniel Rosenberg was introduced as the county's new public defender, taking over from Ben Solorio, who won election as a judge — one of only 32 chief public defenders statewide.
ICOE facilities master plan
The County Office of Education outlined plans for adult-education growth, a new special education center, workforce housing exploration, and possible sports fields and a children's museum — including its leased headquarters at 1398 Sperber Road, the same property the county is negotiating over.
2026 Assessment Roll Growth
Property values in Imperial County hit $19.1 billion for the first time, up 6.15% — good news for school and county budgets, though growth is slowing from last year's 7.9%.