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Strategy 1E

Ensure access to safe, clean, affordable water

While some large water providers in the County deliver high-quality water to the majority of our residents, a number of communities are in need of meaningful improvements to their water infrastructure to ensure that
their drinking water is healthy and reliable. Addressing these issues will require innovative policy solutions as well as a robust assessment to identify the scope and scale of issues.

Targets
Countywide

Baseline
Seven public drinking water systems violated maximum contaminant levels in 2017. (State Water Resources Control Board)

2025
Less than five public drinking water systems violating primary maximum contaminant levels annually

2035
Less than two public drinking water systems violating primary maximum contaminant levels annually

2045
Zero public drinking water systems violating primary maximum contaminant levels

Action 18

Complete an assessment of the region's drinking water systems to identify resiliency to drought and shocks, as well as risk of water quality issues due to aging infrastructure, deferred maintenance, etc.

Action 19

Develop a program to map, monitor, address, and alert the public to drinking water quality issues that originate from on-site and systemic plumbing issues, incorporating reporting from water agencies as well as crowdsourcing.

Action 20

Collaborate with partners to expand lead testing of drinking water in schools and daycare facilities.

Action 21

Identify and implement policies to establish reporting of secondary maximum contaminant level violations in public drinking water systems.

Action 22

Provide support for small water systems to access State financing mechanisms, and advocate for development of new financing mechanisms to repair water infrastructure and/or incentives for consolidation, and ensure rates are kept affordable.

Action 23

Advocate for the development of a low interest financing mechanism for property owners to replace leaky, corroded, and/or unsafe pipes and fixtures.

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Resilient and healthy community environments where residents thrive in place

Goal 2

Buildings and infrastructure that support human health and resilience

Goal 3

Equitable and sustainable land use and development without displacement

Goal 4

A prosperous LA County that provides opportunities for all residents and businesses and supports the transition to a green economy

Goal 5

Thriving ecosystems, habitats, and biodiversity

Goal 6

Accessible parks, beaches, recreational waters, public lands, and public spaces that create opportunities for respite, recreation, ecological discovery, and cultural activities

Goal 7

A fossil fuel-free LA County

Goal 8

A convenient, safe, clean, and affordable transportation system that enhances mobility and quality of life while reducing car dependency

Goal 9

Sustainable production and consumption of resources

Goal 10

A sustainable and just food system that enhances access to affordable, local, and healthy food

Goal 11

Inclusive, transparent, and accountable governance that encourages participation in sustainability efforts, especially by disempowered communities

Goal 12

A commitment to realize OurCounty sustainability goals through creative, equitable, and coordinated funding and partnerships