El Centro, California — 2026 Local Elections

Browse El Centro, CA candidates and local races for the 2026 elections. City council, mayor, and ballot measures.

• County: Imperial
• Region: Southern California
• Population: 45,000+
• Registered voters: 24,750+
• Council seats: 5
• Election cycle: Even-year November general elections

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Offices on the ballot

• Mayor
• City Council
• School Board

School districts

• Central Union High School District
• El Centro Elementary SD
• Imperial Valley College

Neighborhoods

• Downtown El Centro
• North El Centro
• Southwest El Centro
• Imperial

Local issues driving 2026 turnout

• Economic diversification and business growth
• Imperial Valley lithium potential
• Healthcare access and services
• Maintaining public safety
• Water conservation and agricultural impacts

Nearby pages

• Calexico
• Brawley

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