DATE:
March 25, 2026
05
TO:
Board of Supervisors
SUBJECT
Title
ADOPT A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CERTIFICATION AND SUBMISSION OF GRANT APPLICATIONS FOR IMPLEMENTATON OF THE SAFER GRANT WITH THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA WATER RESOURCES CONTROL BOARD SUPPORTING THE CAMERON CORNERS WATER CONSOLIDATION PROJECT AND RELATED CEQA EXEMPTION (DISTRICT: 2)
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OVERVIEW
The County of San Diego's Department of Public Works (DPW) intends to pursue grant funding to advance critical drinking water infrastructure improvements. This State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB) grant supports the evaluation and development of drinking water infrastructure to consolidate multiple small water systems and properties in the Campo/Cameron Corners area of southeast San Diego County. The primary objectives of consolidation are to improve water supply reliability, achieve compliance with the State's California Safe Drinking Water Standards, and enhance operational efficiency throughout the region. The Safe and Affordable Funding for Equity and Resilience (SAFER) program advances environmental justice by prioritizing communities that have historically lacked reliable access to safe drinking water. By supporting the consolidation of small, disadvantaged water systems and improving infrastructure, the program helps ensure equitable access to clean, reliable water and strengthens long-term community resilience.
SWRCB administers the SAFER grant, which requires DPW to obtain a resolution and certification adopted by the Board of Supervisors to apply for this grant. The proposed action to approve and delegate authority to DPW to apply for and accept SAFER grant funds will streamline the application process and ensure timely access to critical external funding opportunities. This grant supports the evaluation and development of infrastructure to consolidate multiple small water systems and properties in the Campo/Cameron Corners area of southeast San Diego County. The primary object...
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