February 7 Letter from CCSD General Manager

By MATTHEW MCELHENIE

Dear Cambrians,

I hope this letter finds you well. We have a few updates to share with you.

Water Reclamation Facility Coastal Development Permit

The Cambria Community Services District (CCSD) is pleased to announce that we have received the contract deliverables from SWCA Environmental Consultants. These documents are critical in addressing the information hold on our Coastal Development Permit (CDP) application with the County of San Luis Obispo.

The deliverables include comprehensive reports covering several key areas: environmental analysis and documentation to ensure compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and Coastal Act requirements, permit support to assist CCSD in navigating the CDP process and responding to regulatory requests, biological and cultural resource studies assessing potential impacts on water resources, habitat conservation, and archaeological sensitivity, mitigation planning to address environmental concerns raised during permitting, and regulatory coordination to ensure compliance with the County of San Luis Obispo, Coastal Commission, and other agencies.

With these documents in hand, CCSD is now well-equipped to provide the information needed to address the County’s information hold and progress the Water Reclamation Facility Coastal Development Permit process. Our team actively reviews these materials to ensure a thorough and timely response.

We appreciate your continued support and will provide further updates as we progress.

Fire Hydrant Operational Readiness

The CCSD Water Department is dedicated to ensuring the safety, reliability, and efficiency of our community’s water infrastructure. A key part of this effort is our Hydrant Maintenance Program, which involves periodic inspections, testing, and flushing of fire hydrants throughout Cambria.

Why Hydrant Flushing is Necessary

Flushing hydrants help to:

Ensure proper water flow for fire protection.
Remove sediment buildup that can impact water quality.
Identify and address maintenance issues before they become critical.

Balancing Safety, Water Quality & Conservation

While flushing is essential for maintaining fire readiness and water quality, we limit the frequency and duration of these activities due to two key concerns:

Water Conservation – As a coastal community with a limited water supply, Cambria must be mindful of every drop. Uncontrolled or excessive flushing could lead to unnecessary water loss, so we carefully schedule maintenance to minimize water waste while ensuring public safety.
Water Quality Management – Our local water system is unique, and excessive flushing can stir up naturally occurring minerals and sediments, leading to temporary discoloration or changes in water clarity. By limiting flushing periods, we help maintain the overall stability of our water supply while still ensuring the system remains clean and operational.

We appreciate your understanding and cooperation as we work to balance fire safety, water quality, and conservation for our community.

Report a Fire Hydrant Issue

If you have encountered a problem with a fire hydrant in Cambria, please submit your inquiry here. Our team will review your report and take necessary action as soon as possible.

Administrative & Finance Departments

CCSD Office Closure for Presidents Day

Please be advised that the Cambria Community Services District (CCSD) administrative office will be closed on Monday, February 17, 2025, in observance of Presidents Day. For any Water and Wastewater emergency services during this time, please contact our 24-hour main line at (805) 927-6223. The office will reopen on Tuesday, February 18, 2025, at 9:00 a.m.

To stay updated on important Administrative Department News & Updates, visit www.cambriacsd.org and click the “Join Our Mailing List” icon at the bottom of any webpage. Once subscribed, you’ll receive timely updates directly to your inbox!

Facilities & Resources Department

To stay updated on important Facilities & Resources Department News & Updates, visit www.cambriacsd.org and click the “Join Our Mailing List” icon at the bottom of any webpage. Once subscribed, you’ll receive timely updates directly to your inbox!

East Ranch Restroom Installation

The East Ranch Restroom installation will take place on Wednesday, February 26, 2025. On Tuesday, February 25, 2025, the Cambria Dog Park parking lot will be closed to allow a delivery truck to maneuver the restroom building into position. The Dog Park will remain open, but no parking will be available in the lot.

On Wednesday, February 26, 2025, the Cambria Dog Park and its parking lot will be temporarily closed to ensure public safety during the restroom installation. A crane and truck will be operating in the area.

While we aim to minimize unnecessary attendance at the site, the public is welcome to observe the installation from behind designated caution tape barriers. Those interested in watching may park on Main Street near the Bluebird Inn or Black Cat Bistro and walk across the bridge to the Rodeo Grounds.

Thank you for your understanding and cooperation as we complete this important improvement to our community space.

Cambria Fire Department

Meet the Fire Chief

On Monday, March 10, 2025, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., Fire Chief Michael Burkey will be working out of the Cambria Veterans’ Memorial Hall and would love to meet you and hear your thoughts on anything related to the Cambria Fire Department.

Message from the Fire Chief

As your Fire Chief, I want to inform you about important upcoming emergency preparedness planning meetings we are organizing. These meetings will cover a range of topics aimed at keeping our community safe during emergencies.

We are currently considering dates in March for these meetings, which will be held at the Vet’s Hall. More details will be shared as planning progresses, but we encourage everyone to get involved and stay informed.

Thank you for your continued support, and we look forward to seeing you there.

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Water & Wastewater Departments

CCSD Water Meters

Per CCSD Municipal Code 4.04.130, “It shall be the consumer’s duty to keep the space around the water meter free from obstruction that would interfere with access to the same by the district employees. If the consumer fails to provide property access to the meter after twenty-four (24) hours’ notice, the district may perform the necessary work and shall charge the cost to the consumer”.

The District would like to refrain from pursuing action under the municipal code; as such, we appreciate your help keeping your meters free from obstruction.

The status of District Project Updates can also be found on the CCSD website.

CCSD Board of Directors Meetings

Regular Board Meeting

📅 Date: Thursday, February 13, 2025
⏰ Time: 10:00 AM
📍 Location: Veterans’ Memorial Hall, 1000 Main Street, Cambria, CA 93428
💻 Zoom Webinar: Available for virtual attendance

Public Participation:
✉️ Written comments may be submitted via email to boardcomment@cambriacsd.org or through the submission portal at least 24 hours before the meeting.

Special Board Meeting

📅 Date: Wednesday, February 26, 2025
⏰ Time: 8:30 AM
📍 Location: Cambria Dog Park, 2021 Rodeo Grounds Road, Cambria, CA 93428

Public Participation:
✉️ Written comments may be submitted via email to boardcomment@cambriacsd.org or through the submission portal at least 24 hours before the meeting.

The Board of Directors will hold a special meeting for the observation of the East Ranch Restroom installation on Wednesday, February 26, 2025, at 8:30 a.m. at the Cambria Dog Park, 2021 Rodeo Grounds Road, Cambria, CA 93428. No action of any kind will be discussed or considered.

Special Board Meeting

📅 Date: Monday, March 3, 2025
⏰ Time: 10:00 AM
📍 Location: Veterans’ Memorial Hall, 1000 Main Street, Cambria, CA 93428

The Board of Directors will hold a meeting on February 13, 2025, to solicit public input related to the Strategic Plan, and will hold a Special Board Meeting on March 3, 2025, as a daylong Board Workshop, which the community will be able to observe in person and via Zoom.

CCSD Standing Committee Meetings

Resources & Infrastructure Committee Meeting

📅 Date: Monday, February 18, 2025
⏰ Time: 2:00 p.m.
📍 Location: Veterans’ Memorial Hall, 1000 Main Street, Cambria, CA 93428
💻 Zoom Webinar: Available for virtual attendance