Wastewater Treatment Plant Improvements Project

The Los Alamos Community Services District is implementing the Wastewater Treatment Plant Improvements Project to address effluent water quality limits that became effective in August 2024. Located at 8690 Bell Street in Santa Barbara County, the project focuses on upgrading the existing facility to ensure compliance with water quality standards for the benefit of the Los Alamos community. The scope of work involves replacing the current biologic process system, which uses aeration ponds, with an activated sludge process utilizing a membrane bioreactor system consisting of slab mounted vessels for secondary wastewater treatment. Additional infrastructure improvements include the replacement of storm drains and the re-lining of wet wells at the Bell Street Lift Station. This project is classified under NAICS code 237990 and is designated as a Class 1 Categorical Exemption under 14 CCR 15301(b) of the State CEQA Guidelines, as it involves the repair and minor alteration of existing publicly owned wastewater facilities without expanding existing use. Juan Ramon Gomez serves as the primary point of contact for the agency.