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Receive and File — Recycled Water System Update May 16, 2017 Page 2 were connected based on their annual water demand, use compatibility, and proximity to the project's recycled water mains. As shown in Exhibit 2, in Santa Ana the recycled water availability is limited to the southwest quarter of the City along several major roads, where OCWD recycled water mains are accessible. Exhibit 3 lists the current GAP recycled water users in the City, along with their estimated annual average use in acre feet. One of the main uses of the Recycled Water produced by the GAP program is the irrigation of public street medians; however, major Recycled Water piping and boosting systems will be need to be built to bring the water to where it is needed, if raw source water is available. It is the policy of OCWD to maximize the production of the ultrapure water used to replenish the groundwater aquifer through the Groundwater Replenishment System, which limits the production of recycled water through the GAP program. In addition, the existing GAP treatment plant is limited in capacity and will need major treatment process modification to accommodate major system expansions. At this time, OCWD has no plans to expand the GAP recycled water mains for additional capacity. Any expansion of the GAP system will have to be funded by the City or the end user. STRATEGIC PLAN ALIGNMENT Approval of this item supports the City's efforts to meet Goal #5 - Community Health, Livability, Engagement & Sustainability, Objective #2 (expand opportunities for conservation and environmental sustainability). ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT There is no environmental impact associated with this action FISCAL IMPACT There is no fiscal impact associated with this action. Fr 4d Mousavipour Executive Director Public Works Agency, FM /NS Exhibits: 1. OCWD GAP Distribution Map 2. Santa Ana Recycled Water Distribution System Map 3. Recycled Water Users 19D-2