Villa Reservoir Management System (RMS) and Safety Upgrades, C-1567A.01

The Villa Reservoir Management System (RMS) and Safety Upgrades project, identified as C-1567A.01, is a construction effort managed by the Santa Margarita Water District located in Coto de Caza, Orange County, California. The primary objective is to implement various reservoir improvements and safety upgrades within the district's site property fence line. The scope of work includes replacing roof access hatches for operators and installing new hatches for RMS mixers and chlorine dosing, as well as adding or replacing roof vents for filling and draining operations. Additionally, the project involves the installation of electrical power and controls for chlorine dosing, the construction of a new chemical storage facility, the replacement of ladders and roof fall restraint systems, and paint touch-ups performed using full containment. The project is classified under NAICS code 237990 and is exempt under Class 1 of the State CEQA Guidelines for existing facilities. Administrative oversight is led by Chief Engineer Tricia Butler. Key project documentation includes a Notice of Exemption filed with the Orange County Clerk-Recorder on April 22, 2024, a CDFW No Effect Determination, and a project location map. The work is centered at 32041 Via Pavo Real, situated at the intersection of Via Pavo Real and Via Halcon.