The U.S. Section of the International Boundary and Water Commission (USIBWC) and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) will hold an in-person and virtual public meeting on Tuesday, August 18, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. PDT.
USIBWC, EPA, and local officials will provide updates on the status of New River improvements on both sides of the border, agency collaboration, and the water sampling study.
The public meeting will be held in person at:
City of Calexico
Fernando “Nene” Torres Council Chambers
608 Heber Avenue,
Calexico, CA 92231
The public meeting will also be held virtually. Click here to join the meeting. If possible, it may be helpful for you to test connectivity on your own prior to the meeting by clicking on the “Join” link and ensuring your camera and microphone are functioning. Or join by phone: +1 915-320-4718,,815483226# Phone conference ID: 815 483 226#
If you would like to speak during the public comment period, please sign up ahead of time by contacting Frankie Pinon at frankie.pinon@ibwc.gov or 915-832-4716 by noon on Friday, August 14, 2026.
Media Contact :
Frankie Pinon
Email: frankie.pinon@ibwc.gov
Phone: 915-832-4716
The mission of the U.S. Section of the International Boundary and Water Commission is to protect Americans from exposure to Mexican sewage, ensure fair allocations of water from the Colorado and Rio Grande Rivers, efficiently and effectively maintain and operate critical flood infrastructure, and reduce border flood hazards.