Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass, alongside Councilmember Adrin Nazarian and Los Angeles Department of Water and Power (LADWP) officials, celebrated the completion of the North Hollywood Central and North Hollywood West Groundwater Treatment Facilities. These new facilities mark a significant step in remediating the San Fernando Basin and enhancing the city's climate resilience.
The San Fernando Groundwater Basin, a vital local water resource, had been contaminated by decades of industrial pollution, limiting its use. The new facilities employ advanced treatment technology to pump, treat, and remove contaminants, ensuring the water meets drinking standards before entering LADWP’s distribution system. This initiative directly supports Mayor Bass’ Climate Action Plan, aiming for a 70% local water supply by 2035.
The project received approximately $308 million in Proposition 1 grant funding from the State Water Resources Control Board, significantly easing the financial burden on ratepayers. This investment also supported local workers through a Project Labor Agreement, with minority workers performing 77% of construction hours. By restoring this local resource, Los Angeles aims to diversify its water portfolio and reduce reliance on imported supplies amidst increasing droughts and climate change impacts.