Imperial County Municipal Code Ch. 14 Public Benefit

In the interest of the county of Imperial and for public benefits including, but not limited to, health and safety, law enforcement services, and the greater good of the residents of the county, a public benefit program is herewith established.

The program under direction of the planning director shall secure from all applicants a public benefit service. This may be in the form of a fee, equipment, services or any combination of the above.

In order to implement this program uniformly, the planning director shall secure the input from Imperial Valley Emergency Communication Authority (NECA).

The planning director shall have the authority to negotiate with any applicant/permittee for a local benefit agreement. This may be in the form of a written contract/agreement or a development agreement or such other instrument acceptable to counsel. Regardless of the vehicle, used the final agreement shall be reviewed and approved by the planning commission and their decision shall be final.

The board of supervisors herewith authorizes the planning commission to enter into such agreements.

(Ord. No. 1504, §§ 81, 82, 12-9-14)