Commission on Sustainability, Environmental Justice and the Environment Meeting - May 18th, 2026

The City of Santa Monica's Commission on Sustainability, Environmental Justice and the Environment met on May 18, 2026, to discuss key water management and sustainability initiatives. The meeting included a detailed presentation by the city's Water Utilities Manager, Sunny Wang, on the 2025 Urban Water Management Plan and the Sustainable Water Master Plan update. The discussion focused on water supply reliability, conservation efforts, infrastructure projects such as the Arcadia water treatment plant upgrades, and innovative technologies like advanced reverse osmosis and smart water meters. The commission unanimously supported the adoption of the Urban Water Management Plan. Additionally, the meeting covered the Parks and Recreation Vision Plan update, including sustainability initiatives, park acreage goals, and future planning for the beach and pier areas, with an emphasis on grant opportunities and community engagement. No specific contract awards or procurement actions were taken during this meeting, but several capital improvement projects and strategic plans were discussed that may influence future procurement activities.