11/26/2025 Letter from the General Manager 

Dear Cambrians,

As we approach Thanksgiving, I would like to express my sincere gratitude to our employees, the Board of Directors, CCSD Committee members, Advisory Councils, and our community members. This season reminds us of the importance of appreciation, service, and community, values that define who we are at the Cambria Community Services District.

To our dedicated staff, thank you for your hard work, professionalism, and commitment to serving Cambria every day. Whether responding to emergencies, maintaining critical infrastructure, or providing support behind the scenes, your efforts ensure the continued safety and well-being of our residents. To our community, thank you for your continued trust and engagement. Your support and participation help us build a stronger, more resilient Cambria.

On behalf of the entire District, I wish you and your families a safe, restful, and happy Thanksgiving.

Administrative & Finance Departments 

CCSD Office Closure for Thanksgiving

Please be advised that the Cambria Community Services District (CCSD) administrative office will be closed on Thursday, November 27, and Friday, November 28, 2025, in observance of Thanksgiving.

For any Water and Wastewater emergency services during this time, please contact our 24-hour main line at (805) 927-6223. The office will reopen on Monday, December 1, 2025, at 9:00 a.m.

Facilities & Resources Department

Road/Highway Maintenance and Code Enforcement

The Cambria Community Services District (CCSD) does not manage road or highway maintenance or code enforcement. If you have an issue related to these matters, please contact the appropriate agency below:

Road Maintenance – Local
(Including dead animal removal, sign, streetlight, and/or roadway conditions)
🔗 San Luis Obispo County Road Maintenance Request Form
📞 San Luis Obispo County Road Maintenance: (805) 781-5252

Road Maintenance – Highway
(Including dead animal removal, roadway conditions, and more)
🔗 Caltrans Service Request
📞 Caltrans – District 5: (805) 549-3111

Code Enforcement – San Luis Obispo County
🔗 SLO County Code Enforcement

Cambria Fire Department

Meet the Fire Chief

On Monday, December 22, 2025, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., Fire Chief Michael Burkey will be working out of the Cambria Veterans' Memorial Hall and would love to meet you and hear your thoughts on anything related to the Cambria Fire Department. 

📣 Now Hiring: SAFER Firefighters

The Cambria Community Services District is accepting applications for two SAFER Firefighter Paramedic or SAFER Firefighter EMT-1 positions. Applications will be reviewed on a continuous basis, and interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.

For details on qualifications, salary, and benefits, visit: 🔗 www.cambriacsd.org/safer-firefighter-recruitment

Cambria CSD Awarded $935,000 in Federal Funding for Fire Apparatus Replacement Project

The CCSD recently announced that the Cambria CSD Fire Apparatus Replacement Project has secured $935,000 in federal Community Project Funding (CPF), included in this week’s federal appropriations bill.

In May 2025, CCSD received official notification from the Office of Representative Jimmy Panetta that the project had been selected for consideration in the Fiscal Year 2026 appropriations cycle and submitted to the Appropriations Committee, marking the first step in the federal funding process. Final approval was anticipated later in the year, and this week’s passage of the appropriations bill confirms full federal funding for the project.

The CPF award will support the replacement of aging fire apparatus critical to the Cambria Fire Department’s emergency response capabilities. As with most CPF awards, funding will be provided through a reimbursement process, requiring the district to complete eligible project activities before federal reimbursement is issued.

Additionally, over the last three years, the District has successfully secured several additional grants and funding sources totaling $2,045,500, including:

  • New Skatepark Facility Grant – $600,000 through the Land & Water Conservation Fund
  • Skatepark Restroom Grant – $47,500 from the Cambria Tourism Board
  • Veterans Hall Renovation Grant – $60,000 from the Cambria Tourism Board
  • Stuart St Tank Replacement EPA Grant – $375,000 from the EPA
  • EV Charging Station Grant – $20,000 from the Air Pollution Control District (APCD)
  • EV Charging Station Incentive – $8,000 from PG&E

These achievements are a testament to the dedication, expertise, and tireless efforts of our District staff. Their creativity, professionalism, and commitment to serving the Cambria community have allowed us to secure critical funding that enhances our public facilities, improves infrastructure, and strengthens community resources. The staff’s teamwork, problem-solving skills, and proactive approach make these successes possible and demonstrate the extraordinary talent and passion within our organization.

Water & Wastewater Departments

Please refer to the November 13, 2025 Board Meeting agenda packet to read the latest utilities report.

EyeOnWater Portal for Cambria Residents

Track your water use. Catch leaks early. Save money. Help conserve.

The Cambria Community Services District (CCSD) has launched EyeOnWater, a free, easy-to-use digital platform that allows customers to monitor their water use in near real-time. This tool is part of our Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) system, a smart technology that securely and accurately sends water usage data directly from your meter to the District.

With EyeOnWater, CCSD customers can now view their water use in 15-minute intervals, detect leaks quickly, set usage goals, and more—all from a smartphone or computer.

What EyeOnWater Will Let You Do:

  • See Your Usage in Detail
    View your water use by the hour, day, week, or month. Interactive graphs make it easy to spot patterns or high-use days.
  • Get Leak Alerts Instantly
    Suppose EyeOnWater detects continuous or unusually high usage (like from a running toilet or broken irrigation line). In that case, you’ll get a text or email alert before it shows up on your bill.
  • Track Trends and Set Goals
    Compare usage over time and set personal water use targets. You’ll get alerts when approaching or exceeding your goal, helping you avoid surprises and conserve more.
  • Access Anytime, Anywhere
    Whether you're at home or away, you can check your water usage at any time via the mobile app or online portal.

For more information, please click here.

Stuart Street Tank Project Update

Significant progress continues on the Stuart Street Tank Replacement Project as crews advance structural welding, manway installation, and pipe penetration work.

Structural Welding & Tank Assembly

  • Completed welding of anchor bolt chairs around the tank’s exterior perimeter.
  • Finished welding of the vertical and horizontal knuckle seams.
  • Roof panels were tacked to the knuckle at the transition into the tank roof.
  • Interior crews welded the horizontal seam between the knuckle and the top of Level 3 of the tank shell.

Manways & Access Openings

  • The frame for Manway 1 has been fully welded to the tank shell.
  • The second manway on the north side of the tank shell was cut and prepared.
  • Its location was shifted in the field to match the centered placement of Manway 1, aligned between anchor bolts rather than offset as shown in the fabrication drawings.
  • This revision will be captured in the as-built documentation.

Pipe Penetrations & Appurtenances

  • Crosno cut the opening for the Inlet/Outlet (I/O) pipe, set at 8/16" above the tank floor, verified by MKN.
  • Openings were also cut for the 4-inch drain line, sample port, and pressure transducer couplings.
  • Crews began installation of the 4-inch drain line, including welding of the exterior flange.

Looking Ahead

Upcoming work will include continued roof panel welding, additional interior seam completion, and installation of remaining tank appurtenances.

There will be no work performed for the remainder of the Holiday week. 

For the latest project updates, visit the page below regularly. We’ll post ongoing information, including construction milestones, road closures, and any potential service impacts.

https://www.cambriacsd.org/stuart-street-tank-construction-project-updates

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Large cylindrical tank under construction, with nearby tools and some lumber stacked in the background.
Workers inside a large structure using a lift and ladder to perform maintenance or construction tasks.
Two workers are welding a metal surface, with sparks flying. Tools and safety gear are visible in an outdoor industrial setting.
A close-up of a metal structure with glowing sparks and smoke, likely from welding or cutting.
A close-up of a cutting tool sparking sparks as it makes contact with a surface, showcasing intense energy and motion.
An interior view of a large cylindrical structure, a cherry picker reaching upward, and a ladder against the wall.
A large industrial tank with equipment near it, and a construction vehicle on the right.
Interior of a large tank or silo under construction; two workers, ladders, and equipment visible.
Construction worker welding inside a large tank structure, standing on a raised platform with ladders and equipment around.
A large metal tank with attached ladder and platform, trees and a building in the background.
Industrial construction site with large tanks, a crane lifting a tank component, ladders, equipment, and a worker guiding the process.
A crane lifting a large curved metal structure, possibly part of a tank, in a construction area with trees and buildings nearby.
A worker in a brown helmet and maroon hoodie welds a large cylindrical metal tank outdoors with machinery nearby.
A worker inside a large, partially constructed tank with cables and equipment around.
Construction site with a circular foundation, worker with equipment, trees, a brown building, and clear blue sky.
A circular concrete pad in a yard with nearby trees, a building, and scattered tools.
Large metal structure being lifted onto a circular foundation outdoors, surrounded by trees and buildings.
Large cylindrical tank under construction, with nearby tools and some lumber stacked in the background.

Zero Liquid Discharge (ZLD) Pilot Status

The new container-based processing pods have been successfully delivered and set up on-site. The project team has already produced an initial batch of “test” brine to evaluate system performance and confirm operational readiness. Preparations for full Zero Liquid Discharge (ZLD) testing are now underway, marking an important step forward in advancing the District’s water sustainability efforts. 

CCSD Board of Directors Meeting

Regular Board Meeting

📅 Date: Thursday, December 11, 2025

⏰ Time: 10:00 AM
📍 Location: 1000 Main Street, Cambria, CA 93428

Public Participation:✉️ Written comments may be submitted via email to boardcomment@cambriacsd.org or through the submission portal anytime before the Board meeting. 

CCSD Standing Committee Meetings

Finance Committee Meeting

📅 Date: Monday, December 15, 2025
⏰ Time: 10:00 AM
📍 Location: 1000 Main Street, Cambria, CA 93428

Public Participation: Members of the public can submit written comments to be read at Standing Committee meetings.

Resources & Infrastructure Committee Meeting

📅 Date: Monday, December 15, 2025
⏰ Time: 2:00 PM
📍 Location: 1000 Main Street, Cambria, CA 93428

Public Participation: Members of the public can submit written comments to be read at Standing Committee meetings.

Meet the General Manager

On Monday, December 22, 2025, from 8:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., I will be working out of the Cambria Veterans' Memorial Hall and would love to meet you and hear your thoughts on everything, Cambria. We will provide coffee and snacks; as always, we welcome your feedback and ideas. 

If you have any concerns, please don't hesitate to contact me.

Matthew McElhenie

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