SA-1 Hydropower and Water Conservation Project Joint Meeting - June 3, 2026

The City of Santa Ana held a joint meeting on June 3, 2026, to discuss the SA-1 Hydropower and Water Conservation Project. The meeting covered the project's need to replace an aging hydro generator at the John Garver pump station with a modern 261 kW Canyon Hydro Source inline turbine, which will increase generating capacity and improve energy efficiency. The project aims to reduce power needs, greenhouse gas emissions, and maintenance while enhancing system resiliency. The discussion included project location, schedule with construction planned from October 2027 to January 2028, environmental impact assessments showing no significant effects, and the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) exemption application process. Stakeholder consultation stages were outlined, inviting public input and comments by August 2, 2026. No specific contract awards or procurement decisions were detailed during the meeting.