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Imperial Beach has experienced a relatively slow industrial development over its history. The first building was not built until 1903, and the roads were not paved until 1940s. Prior to the World War II, merchandise were transported into the city by train, which run between palm city and Coronado, and/or by Palm City horses. The economy is primarily agricultural based. In the 1940s, the outbreak of the World War II boost defense industry around San Diego Bay, and thereby raising the housing price in the Imperial Beach. In addition, the streets were paved, lighting districted formed, and community center was built during this decade. <ref>https://www.exploresandiegocity.com/blog/2017/10/23/a-little-history-on-imperial-beach</ref> Population grew in between 1940s and 1960s. The local businesses and industries also increased in support of the growing population. However, compared to other cities in the San Diego County, its economy growth was slow. It has one of the lowest sales tax revenue among all cities, and it nearly went bankrupt in 1978.