Cordova Park Redesign Contract Fails to Proceed

CALEXICO — During its meeting on Wednesday, Nov. 4, the Calexico City Council did not approve a professional services agreement with David Volz Design Landscape Architecture, Inc. meant for Adrian C. Cordova Park’s redesign project. The council also discussed an item regarding a payment installment program, and a public hearing concerning a proposed EMS user fee schedule was rescheduled to a future date. Cordova Park Professional Services Agreement The city of Calexico previously issued a request for proposals (RFP) on Dec. 17, 2025 for a comprehensive redesign of Adrian C. Cordova Park, including land surveying, environmental studies and complete design documents. Five firms submitted cost proposals ranging from approximately $600,000 to $1.4 million, which were presented to the council on May 20, 2026. The council then directed staff to issue a new RFP with a more limited scope focused on community engagement efforts and conceptual design work to reduce costs.

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