The public review period for the Lithium Valley Specific Plan (LVSP) and accompanying Program Environmental Impact Report (PEIR) has been extended.

According to the County of Imperial, the decision follows requests from a wide range of interested parties and will allow stakeholders more time to review and submit comments. The LVSP and PEIR together outline a framework to guide future development in the region, including geothermal energy production, critical mineral recovery, manufacturing, infrastructure, workforce development, and community investment strategies. The County will now extend the comment period until April 17, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. Copies of the plans are available in English and Spanish on the counties website and at the Imperial County Free Library Calipatria branch.