Monday, August 8, 2011

Bacon Street - University Mound Reservoir



We thank the many of you who came out on July 28, 2011 to provide your perspectives on long-term planning for Bacon Street between Bowdoin and University Streets. We heard your concerns and we have determined that under normal circumstances, Bacon Street will be open to vehicular traffic.

Over the next couple of weeks, work at the reservoirs’ North Basin will be completed and the construction trailer and temporary fencing will be removed. At that same time the bollards will be lowered allowing Bacon Street to reopen for vehicle use.

Bacon Street bisects the two basins of the University Mound Reservoir. Within this area there are operating facilities, supplies and materials used throughout the City to maintain our potable water supply and fire-fighting supplies.

In the event of an emergency it may be necessary to close Bacon Street so that emergency response personnel and equipment can be staged and deployed safely and efficiently. Such a closure will not be accompanied by advance notice. The duration of an emergency closure would be determined by the nature of the emergency. Public health and safety will be the primary factor in determining the status of this street during any emergency. The street will reopen following the cessation of any emergency response activities.

If you have any questions, or would like any additional information, please contact Lolita Sweet at 415 551-4394 or LSweet@sfwater.org

Estimado Vecino,
Quiero agradecer a muchos de ustedes que se presentaron el 28 de julio de 2011
para reunir con nosotros y provee sus perspectivas en la planificación de
término-largo para la calle Bacon, entre las calles Universidad y Bowdoin.
Oímos sus preocupaciones y hemos determinado que en circunstancias
normales, la calle Bacon estará abierta al tráfico vehicular.
En caso de una emergencia puede ser necesario cerrar la calle Bacon de modo
que el personal de respuesta de emergencia y el equipo puedan ser organizados
y desplegados sin peligro y eficazmente. Tal cierre no será acompañado por el
previo aviso. La duración de un cierre de emergencia sería determinada según el
tipo de emergencia. La salud y la seguridad del público serán los primeros
factores en la determinación del estado de esta calle durante cualquier
emergencia. La calle se volverá a abrir después del cese de cualesquiera
actividades de respuesta de emergencia.
Si usted tiene alguna pregunta, o le gustara información adicional, por favor
póngase en contacto con nosotros en 415-554-3289.

Friday, June 24, 2011

Goats Coming to U-Mound Reservoir this Weekend

Beginning Friday, June 24 and last through the weekend the SFPUC will perform its annual fire prevention work by bringing in goats to manage weeds and overgrown bush at the University Mound Reservoir (south basin). The goats are part of the SFPUC's environmental stewardship approach to managing potentially harmful vegetation around its reservoirs.

Monday, June 20, 2011

Take our Streetlight survey and tell us what streetlight designs you like for YOUR SF neighborhood!

Help us make important decisions about the streetlights in your San Francisco neighborhood!
Take this quick survey and tell us which designs YOU like for your San Francisco neighborhood. It is quick and easy!
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Thank you for your feedback!

Tuesday, April 26, 2011

Beauty be dammed - Hetch Hetchy inspires


Outdoor columnist Tom Stienstra shares a visit to Hetch Hetchy in a recent article from the San Francisco Chronicle. "From the O'Shaughnessy Dam, the moment you cast your gaze across the cobalt-blue Hetch Hetchy and the towering canyon rims, domes and waterfalls, you will feel the power of place." Read the whole story here.

Wednesday, April 6, 2011

Bring Your Old Pills to any SF Police Station on April 30th!


Do you have old or expired pills/medications piling up?



Bring them to any San Francisco Police Station on Saturday, April 30, 2011 from 10am to 2pm for safe disposal.



Please don't throw pills/medicine away in the toilet or trash! They can end up in the Bay or ocean.



Not accepted: liquids (call 415-330-1405 for a mail-in envelope), needles (get free sharps containers at Walgreens) or Illegal drugs.


All other medications and pills are accepted.



For more information and a link to the event flyer, containing SF Police Station addresses, visit: http://bit.ly/gTwzuf


If you are unable to attend this event, find out other ways to properly dispose of medication by visiting: http://www.baywise.org/ or www.sfwater.org/CleanBay


Thank you for helping the environment!

Thursday, March 3, 2011

Video: What's Up with WSIP?

Watch this short video and learn the latest about the SFPUC’s Water System Improvement Program (WSIP) to rebuild and seismically upgrade the Hetch Hetchy Water System.

Thursday, February 10, 2011

HUNTERS POINT RESERVOIR SEISMIC UPGRADE PROJECT


As part of the San Francisco Public Utilities Commission (SFPUC) Water System Improvement Program, the Hunters Point Reservoir Rehabilitation and Seismic Upgrade Project will improve the seismic reliability of this reservoir and ensures the continual delivery of high quality drinking water to the Hunters Point neighborhood.

Construction will occur near Whitney Young Circle and Hudson Avenue, mainly inside the reservoir which is one of the main sources of domestic water for residents of the area.

Construction Schedule
Construction on the Hunters Point Reservoir will begin in February 2011 and will end in the winter of 2012.

Work Hours
Monday – Friday 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM

No construction will occur outside of these posted hours without advanced written notice.

What to Expect
February: Site grading and preparation;construction trailers placed on site.
All construction activities will occur on the existing SFPUC site. There will be
some minor truck traffic and hauling of construction materials on and offsite.

Noise: Residents & businesses can expect noise from the use of construction equipment. Noise will be monitored to ensure compliance with the San Francisco Noise Ordinance.

If your organization would like to schedule
a presentation or update about this project,
please let us know.
Questions
Contact Samuel A. Murray:
(415) 554-3275 or Smurray@sfwater.org

We appreciate your patience and cooperation as
we work to improve your drinking water system.