Tuesday, January 12, 2010

New Public Hearing Date: January 21st at 1:30pm

IMPORTANT PUBLIC HEARING DATE CHANGE: JANUARY 21ST
The SFPUC is proposing to replace or repair segments of a 19-mile pipeline known as Crystal Springs Pipeline No. 2. Proposed work areas include intermittent sites along El Camino Real between Hillsborough, Burlingame and Millbrae. Other segments of work will occur in Hillsborough, South San Francisco, San Bruno, Brisbane, Daly City; and unincorporated parts of San Mateo County.

The San Francisco Planning Department has prepared a Draft Environmental Impact Review (DEIR) document for the proposed Crystal Springs Pipeline No. 2 Replacement Project.In accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act, the Planning Commission has prepared the DEIR to comprehensively evaluate the potential environmental effects associated with our current and future water supply, quality and infrastructure reliability.

The public may view the DEIR document online by visiting the San Francisco Planning Department's website.

NEW DATE Public Hearing: San Francisco Planning Department
Thursday, January 21, 2010 at 1:30 p.m. (originally scheduled 1/14)
Room 400, City Hall, 1 Dr. Carlton B. Goodlett Place
San Francisco, CA 94102, beginning at 1:30 p.m. or later.
(Call 415-558-6422 the week of the hearing for a recorded message giving a more specific time).

For more information, please contact Maureen Barry, WSIP Communications Director, office 415-554-3297 or cell 415-350-4929.

All comments must be received by Monday, January 25, 2010 to be considered in the Final EIR. For more information about the project and the meeting logistics, please visit: http://sfwater.org/detail.cfm/MC_ID/35/MSC_ID/397/C_ID/4830

Friday, January 8, 2010

Recent Earthquakes A Good Reminder to Store Water

The recent earthquakes are a good reminder for San Francisco Bay Area residents that it is not a matter of if but WHEN the next big earthquake will strike. We all must prepare.

One of the best and easiest things residents can do is store tap water for emergency use. After a big earthquake, water mains may break and homes may be without water for several days. We are upgrading our pipelines, reservoirs, pumping stations and other facilities to prepare for the next big earthquake.

Store at least one gallon of tap water per person per day to last at least three days. Store in a cool, dry place away from heat and sunlight and change water every six months (pour water on a plant and refill bottle). You can reuse 2 liter soda bottles or use other food grade plastic or metal bottles for storing water.

Learn more at http://www.72hours.org/

Wednesday, January 6, 2010

Join us Jan 7th to comment on Crystal Springs Pipeline 2 DEIR

Public Meeting Announcement: Thursday, Jan. 7 at 6:30 p.m. for the Crystal Springs Pipeline No. 2 Replacement Project

The SFPUC is proposing to replace or repair segments of a 19-mile pipeline known as Crystal Springs Pipeline No. 2. Proposed work areas include intermittent sites along El Camino Real between Hillsborough, Burlingame and Millbrae. Other segments of work will occur in Hillsborough, South San Francisco, San Bruno, Brisbane, Daly City; and unincorporated parts of San Mateo County.

The San Francisco Planning Department has prepared a Draft Environmental Impact Review (DEIR) document for the proposed Crystal Springs Pipeline No. 2 Replacement Project.In accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act, the Planning Commission has prepared the DEIR to comprehensively evaluate the potential environmental effects associated with our current and future water supply, quality and infrastructure reliability.
The public may view the DEIR document online by visiting the San Francisco Planning Department's website.

Comments may be collected at the Thursday, Jan. 7 meeting:
Hillsborough Informational Public MeetingThursday, January 7, 2010 at 6:30 p.m.Hillsborough Town Hall1600 Floribunda Ave., Hillsborough CA 940106

All comments must be received by Monday, January 25, 2010 to be considered in the Final EIR.
For more information about the project and the meeting logistics, please visit:
http://sfwater.org/detail.cfm/MC_ID/35/MSC_ID/397/C_ID/4830