This resolution allows the Department of Public Works to accept and use up to $1,000,000 in grant funds for the Sunset Boulevard Recycled Water Irrigation Improvement Project. It also waives indirect costs in the budget and authorizes the department to complete necessary paperwork for the project.
Resolution authorizing the Department of Public Works to accept and expend up to $1,000,000 in grant funds from the Budget Act of 2025, administered by the California State Water Resources Control Board, to fund the Sunset Boulevard Recycled Water Irrigation Improvement Project (“Project”); waiving inclusion of indirect costs in the grant budget for the Project; authorizing the Department of Public Works to execute all required documents to accept and expend the funds for the Project; and affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act.
How it got here
The Sunset Boulevard Recycled Water Irrigation Improvement Project originated from a state budget allocation aimed at enhancing irrigation infrastructure and conserving potable water.
The California State Legislature passed Assembly Bill 102, which included a $1,000,000 earmark for the Sunset Boulevard Recycled Water Irrigation Improvement Project.
The Planning Department determined that the project is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) under Class 1 and Class 3 exemptions.
The Department of Public Works submitted a resolution to the Board of Supervisors to accept and expend the $1,000,000 grant for the project.
Supervisor Engardio announced the $1 million state funding for the project, emphasizing its role in revitalizing Sunset Boulevard as part of San Francisco's 'Emerald Necklace'.
The SFPUC submitted requests for funds to support the construction and engineering services necessary for the project.
The resolution is currently pending committee action in the Board of Supervisors.
Reconstructed from attached documents & the official record
