In February 2026, the Metropolitan Water District board unanimously certified the project’s Final Environmental Impact Report.
The business connection
Long-term water reliability affects employers and communities throughout Southern California. BizFed’s advocacy director spoke before the board in favor of the project, with other members also voicing their support.
What the milestone means
Environmental certification advanced planning for a major proposed water recycling program. It did not mean construction was complete or that every future funding decision had been made.
The role of the alliance
This initiative illustrates how a business federation can bring employer perspectives into public infrastructure decisions. The project is a public agency initiative; BizFed’s role described here is advocacy.
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