The document provides information about the city of El Centro, California gathered from a windshield survey. It discusses the following key points: - El Centro is the largest city in Imperial County, located 117 miles east of San Diego. Its population is 43,363, primarily Hispanic/Latino. - The city was established in 1908 and its economy was historically based around agriculture, though now government and retail are the largest employment sectors. - The survey observed many social services and recreational centers available, as well as points of interest and levels of education. Opportunities for improvement included expanding infrastructure and restoring old buildings.