The City of Imperial is celebrating the Lotus Living Tiny Homes Project It's one of many projects to be completed in the city to provide relief for homeless locals in need. EL CENTRO, Calif. ( KYMA, KECY) - There were many tears today they were tears of joy. These tiny houses will be used for homeless college students to help them pursue education and follow their dreams. An emotional celebration as homeless college students in the Imperial Valley are now able to achieve their educational goals. City of Imperial leaders worked together to house these students who have been struggling to find something most of us take for granted.