SUBCOMMITTEE STAFF MEMO
Meeting Date: July 1, 2026
From: Maz Bozorginia, Public Works Director
Subject: Baylands Water Service and Recycled Water Coordination Update
Recommendation
Receive an informational report regarding implementation of the proposed water service framework identified in the Baylands Specific Plan and provide feedback and direction to staff.
No formal action is requested.
Background
The Baylands Final Environmental Impact Report (FEIR) and Specific Plan identify California Water Service (CalWater) as the proposed retail water provider for the Baylands, Sierra Point, and Beatty areas, subject to future regulatory approvals and implementation agreements. The planning documents also contemplate construction of a recycled water facility to offset potable water demand and support the project's long term sustainability goals.
Implementation of this framework will require additional coordination among the City, CalWater, Bayshore Sanitary District (BSD), the San Francisco Public Utilities Commission (SFPUC), and other regulatory agencies. While the planning documents establish the overall framework, a number of technical, operational, and contractual matters remain before implementation.
Discussion
Staff have engaged in preliminary coordination with CalWater over the past several years. With the release of the Final EIR and Specific Plan, those discussions have transitioned into more regular coordination focused on implementation of the proposed water service framework.
Current discussions are focused on the proposed recycled water facility, and the wastewater flows necessary to support recycled water production. CalWater has indicated it will provide additional information regarding its existing planning agreements and a high-level framework for future discussions with the City and Bayshore Sanitary District. Staff expect to continue these discussions over the coming weeks.
As these discussions continue, staff's focus will be on the following items:
• Future agreements necessary to implement the proposed water service framework. • Regulatory approvals required before implementation.
• Wastewater supply needs associated with the proposed recycled water facility.
• Long term operational and financial considerations to support successful implementation of the proposed water service framework.
The purpose of this discussion is to provide the Subcommittee with a status update on ongoing coordination efforts, receive feedback, and discuss policy considerations that may help inform future discussions with CalWater and other project partners.
Fiscal Impact
There is no fiscal impact associated with receiving this informational report.