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Board ratifies county application and letter of support for geothermal-themed park in Calipatria

Imperial County Board of Supervisors · January 28, 2025
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Summary

The Board approved ratification of a California Energy Commission application and the county's letter of support for a proposed geothermal-themed outdoor park in Calipatria. County staff said the park would pair education and recreation, and the city of Calipatria would assume ownership and maintenance on completion.

The Board of Supervisors voted to ratify the county's application to the California Energy Commission's geothermal grant and loan program and to approve a board letter of support for a proposed geothermal-themed outdoor park in Calipatria.

Deputy CEO Barry Bean described the proposal as an enhancement to the city's existing community-park initiative, showing conceptual renderings that emphasize accessible play surfaces, interactive educational features on geothermal and lithium, shaded areas and solar-powered elements. Bean said the county is applying to the Commission under an…

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