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The City of Imperial is in a period of progressive growth with a proactive attitude toward attracting and retaining businesses. The City Council has made it a priority to enrich and diversify the City's economic base by creating jobs. We are the fastest growing city in the county and now is an exciting time to be a part of Imperial. This growth is evident throughout the city - from Downtown Imperial to our newly annexed areas.
Situated in the center of the Imperial Valley, the City of Imperial is in a strategic location along Highway 86 connecting Interstate 8 with the Cities of El Centro, Imperial and Brawley. The City of Imperial is also the home of the Imperial County Airport, the Imperial Valley Expo Fairgrounds, Imperial Irrigation District headquarters, and the Border Patrol Imperial headquarters.
Progress We are proud of what we have accomplished as a community. The City is continually expanding its infrastructure to accommodate growth, and the beautification of Downtown Imperial adds a unique character to the community. Guidelines are in place to ensure that the built environment is consistent with our cultural heritage while promoting an aesthetically pleasing community.
Opportunities for new infill development and expansion of existing properties in and around the City of Imperial offer a starting point for revitalization and continued growth.
6 ANNEXATIONS IN PROCESS
9 MAJOR DEVELOPMENT PROJECTS IN PROCESS
IMPERIAL - A FULL SERVICE CITY
The City provides full Police, Fire, Water, Wastewater, Public Works and Administrative Services.
The City offers a 4,100 sq. ft. Library and 10 developed parks totaling 66.39 acres.
RECENT PROJECTS INCLUDE:
- 1,875 sq. ft. expansion valued at $275,000
- 1.0 MGD Expansion to the Wastewater Treatment Plant valued at $4.8 million
- $1.8 million expansion to the Water Treatment Plant to be completed in February 2008
- New City Fire Engine and Police patrol units
- Downtown Redevelopment completed 1st Phase
- Proposed Holiday Inn and EB-5 Regional Center (Alliance Regional Center)
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Demographic Trends
Imperial county experienced rapid population growth in the early 1990's and again in the past 5 years. The City of Imperial grew faster than any other city in the county (and the City was the second fastest growing city in California in 2006). During the past year, the City experienced a 16.6% growth rate with an estimated population of 11,852. Additional homes are being built and the City is expected to have a population of 15,715 residents by 2010.
Household incomes in the market area are the highest in the region. Based on the 2000 Census, the market area average household incomes were $54,653.
Imperial schools are recognized state-wide and nationally for their educational achievement.
Additional information can be found here. Demographic Information
Business Incentives
The City of Imperial offers a variety of programs to help businesses. For more information, please follow this link. Business Incentives
Contact Information
If you would like to know more about the City of Imperial, you can contact Marlene Best or Jorge Galvan at the numbers below.
City Manager
Marlene Best
City of Imperial
420 South Imperial Avenue
Imperial, CA 92251
Phone: (760)355-4373
Email: mbest@cityofimperial.org
Planning & Development Director
Jorge Galvan, AICP
City of Imperial
420 South Imperial Avenue
Imperial, CA 92251
Phone: (760)355-3326
Email: jgalvan@cityofimperial.org
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