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Amber (presenter) described the library’s history as Imperial County’s earliest public library and outlined services including early literacy activities, job-readiness training, a designated cooling and hydration center during high heat, and loan programs that extend beyond books. She said the library holds about 8,800 adult and 1,982 juvenile library cards and stressed that a library card is not required to access programs.

Julia Samaniego, identified in the meeting as the library’s literacy coordinator, detailed free adult literacy services: English conversation, citizenship preparation, computer classes and other programs for adults who did not acquire full literacy skills earlier in life. “These classes are for adults in our community that are looking to improve their reading skills, their writing skills, improve just them speaking in English,” Samaniego said. She noted the literacy program celebrated its 40th anniversary in California and said many learners set goals to obtain better employment or pursue further education.

The presentation listed community partnerships and offerings: monthly free reading eyeglasses provided with the Lions Club, the Imperial Unified School District supplying USDA summer lunches at the library and at affordable housing complexes (one lunch at the library Monday–Friday and plans to expand to additional complexes), and demonstration and learning gardens. The library is pursuing a “library of things” collection (toys, telescopes, hiking backpacks and energy-efficiency home-audit devices contingent on grant funding) and a state sustainable-programming grant application. Staff invited council members and the public to an autism awareness fair and other events at Eager Park and referenced outreach at county and statewide library conferences.

Council members praised the library’s programs and asked about federal grant impacts; staff said current grants are not yet affected and that several grant applications remain under review. The proclamation was adopted and staff said they will distribute details for National Library Workers Day and upcoming events to the council.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","April 2, 2025, Regular City Council Meeting.","oneSentenceSummary","The City of Imperial proclaimed National Library Week for April 2025. Library staff described literacy programs, free adult classes, summer meal partnerships, mobile and sustainable lending initiatives, and the library’s role as a cooling and hydration center.","taxTitle","Imperial City, Imperial County, California","taxId",71479,"location","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":76,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":77,"_41":78,"_43":79,"_45":80,"_47":81,"_49":82,"_51":83,"_53":84,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":85,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":86,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6087970,"Imperial proclaims April Autism Acceptance Month; local group unveils mobile diagnostic unit",285,903000,1188000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2886406-dbb6db22b4bd32074c24e7b688e5334d&start=903&end=1188","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2886406-dbb6db22b4bd32074c24e7b688e5334d/thumbnail_903000.jpg","/articles/6087970/Imperial-City/Imperial-County/California/Imperial-proclaims-April-Autism-Acceptance-Month-local-group-unveils-mobile-diagnostic-unit","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6087970-2fbe6bf020344257aa0296fe30cc08cf/orig.mp4?Expires=1770435313&Signature=k0D8BjKExAbwb62ZJuv1i5lyIeC3Zg9yk9EF~Tz8ngfKlRHrSB~URTnm0GJbZMlKvwXCq-pEO3t9SOuRECfAXj66SXESm8EZsDemB~3LKrAyiYi-mueMgA9xd1L34wbyqxpCXM-cXgT6OSKU-NFyNAtOBmb3iCEGhqtqIxcqZOg8YlZhLnk1xXj3wloSoABDlNkqdYyLs~9MdOFR2R8vlDVSJ65S36S8EJYn-V8lKbHAj4d4CobbqjQ3PyYdl3DoJvqTAfZ7ZNJD1F1KxvyZJgfpp2DVY4FuAk-65iz1E9jpCuxN~cUxzxYDV03ANQEmQpIx5j1RgpNLpn2pfJeK3w__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Mayor James Tucker proclaimed April 2025 as Autism Acceptance Month in a presentation that included local autism-support representatives detailing outreach and diagnostic plans.

The proclamation text read in part that April is dedicated to “autism awareness, acceptance, and advocacy” and that the city “proudly supports the annual observance of Autism Acceptance Month.” Following the proclamation, a representative who identified himself only as James, and who said he was with Autism Support of Carroll County, thanked the council and described a completed mobile unit intended for autism evaluation and outreach.

“This unit’s built. I hope that you come by to see it at the market days,” James said, referring to the mobile unit the group has nicknamed George and Audrey after its founders. He told the council that evaluator training will occur with partners including the San Diego Regional Center, the University of California, Los Angeles, University of California, Riverside and San Diego State University to train local professionals to perform evaluations across the county.

A second speaker noted the organization now serves about 4,200 clients in Imperial County and roughly 45,000 in San Diego and Imperial Counties combined, and that more than 50% of those clients have autism as a primary or secondary diagnosis. The speakers said they hope to coordinate with the city and the local school district to secure space for evaluations and to invite residents to an upcoming autism fair and 5K and associated family events planned for the community.

The presenters thanked the city for the proclamation and invited residents to community events; no formal action was required by the council on the presentation.","Mayor James Tucker proclaimed April 2025 as Autism Acceptance Month. Representatives from an autism-support organization described a new mobile diagnostic unit named “George and Audrey,” upcoming evaluator training and plans to provide evaluations and community outreach in Imperial and the county.",{"_33":88,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":89,"_41":90,"_43":91,"_45":92,"_47":93,"_49":94,"_51":95,"_53":96,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":97,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":98,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6087975,"Imperial City Council approves park reimbursement, tank rehab bid, police MOU amendment and new city policies",1032,2982000,4014000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2886406-dbb6db22b4bd32074c24e7b688e5334d&start=2982&end=4014","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2886406-dbb6db22b4bd32074c24e7b688e5334d/thumbnail_2982000.jpg","/articles/6087975/Imperial-City/Imperial-County/California/Imperial-City-Council-approves-park-reimbursement-tank-rehab-bid-police-MOU-amendment-and-new-city-policies","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6087975-d4006238c79b0c7e53b4d447d7c82f06/orig.mp4?Expires=1770435313&Signature=VKSdbdOZxh0kfjSkiLUEe8T6WXs8QFVLqwLs-7VK1J4WZduMrTVJUTI1arkZQatqQbt9ZKOMdwJwNUkuIhWPj4GNboIYMIDWR3qycdoFiFuuDg9uOd6L3-czcVU~w-uzpbNpx3IM6WZY80iC8t738CNsRyPsm4-uIKr~onU2yJryIiOIlaPe1ywRQf5zgJcUiVIeI-F7PzQMngZ6-X-kWz44sazwDcSg9rG5pIa400TYW-agezulMwZsoxFAblzfj6rXxqKdm7Ap0NitXSC7LnFFgtTicxLrZ0HwdSBiHcJEiwLUq61LMErzDWICmfQuUZ4vHxVrptDnYECBiWirjw__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Imperial City Council approved a package of infrastructure, labor and administrative measures at its April meeting, voting unanimously on each item.

The council voted 5-0 to reimburse park impact fees of $320,486.59 to the developer of the Monterey Subdivision Park after staff reported the park was inspected and accepted by the city on March 6, 2024. City staff recommended the reimbursement after reviewing the developer’s documentation.

Council members also authorized public bidding for the “Aden tank and shop tank modifications and new ventilation system installation” (Project Bid No. 2025-03). Public works staff described the work as interior sandblasting and repair of corrosion, recoating the interior and exterior (except the roof), and adding forced-air ventilation and vents to reduce trihalomethanes (THMs) and improve water quality. Officials said the rehabilitation is expected to have a 30-year service life if routine inspections and minor corrosion repairs occur as recommended. The motion to adopt plans and specifications and put the work to bid passed 5-0.

On personnel and policy matters the council:
- Adopted a body-worn camera policy for community development staff (5-0). The policy sets activation guidelines, addresses privacy and unauthorized use, and establishes file maintenance and retention rules. The presenter said both management and labor reviewed the draft.
- Approved the third amendment to the memorandum of understanding (MOU) between the City of Imperial and the Imperial Police Officers Association (IPOA) establishing a 12-month probationary period for employees who are promoted, voluntarily demoted, or voluntarily laterally transfer within the police department. The amendment takes effect upon council approval and will remain in effect through the current collective bargaining term ending June 30, 2026; it was adopted 5-0.
- Adopted a citywide Sidewalk Inspection and Maintenance Program (5-0). Staff described a prioritized inspection regime that uses a five-year rotating grid, annual inspections, visual screening of Safe Routes to School, and a two-notice system for property-owner repair obligations. The staff presentation referenced California Government Code “section 8 30” and California Streets and Highway Code “section 5 6 56 10 to 56 18” as discussed in the meeting transcript and reiterated that under the Imperial City Code (Chapter 19, Streets and Sidewalks) abutting property owners are responsible for maintaining sidewalks; the program provides options for compliance including permit-based self-repair, hiring a licensed contractor, or city-conducted repairs at the owner’s expense with potential lien placement for noncompliance.
- Adopted an Outside Employment Disclosure Policy (5-0). Staff said the policy is intended to prevent outside-employment conflicts and referenced California Government Code language as the basis for the policy; police department employees are covered by the department’s separate rules.

All consent and action items called for in the meeting were approved with roll-call results recorded as unanimous (motion carries 5-0).

Votes at a glance
- C1: Appointment of a non-voting primary and alternate city council member to the Friends of Imperial Parks Committee — motion carried 5-0 (nomination process conducted on the record). Specific mover/second not specified in the public transcript.
- C2: Adopt plans/specifications and authorize public bidding for Aden tank and shop tank modifications and new ventilation system (Project Bid No. 2025-03) — approved 5-0.
- C3: Reimbursement of park impact fees for the Monterey Subdivision Park, $320,486.59 — approved 5-0.
- C4: Approval and adoption of a body-worn camera policy for community development staff — approved 5-0.
- C5: Approval of third amendment to IPOA MOU (12-month probationary period for promoted/demoted/transferred employees) — approved 5-0; effective upon approval and incorporated through 06/30/2026.
- C6: Approval and adoption of Sidewalk Inspection and Maintenance Program (references in-meeting legal sources as noted) — approved 5-0.
- C7: Approval and adoption of Outside Employment Disclosure Policy (references in-meeting legal sources as noted) — approved 5-0.

Council members and staff who spoke on these items noted the city’s focus on preventative maintenance, legal compliance and clear notification/appeal procedures for affected property owners and employees. Where the transcript did not name a mover or seconder for a vote, the meeting record shows the item passed by unanimous roll call.","At its April meeting the Imperial City Council voted unanimously to approve a developer park-fee reimbursement, authorize bidding for water-tank rehabilitation, adopt a body-worn camera policy for community development staff, approve a police MOU amendment on probationary periods, and adopt sidewalk inspection and outside-employment policies.","actionData","errors"]

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