Stormwater capture limitations and curb cuts
Summary
Commissioner Gaytan pressed for curb cuts and stormwater infiltration, but Director Wang explained Long Beach's coastal clay layer prevents captured stormwater from reaching drinking-water aquifers, limiting its value as a supply. The Long Beach Municipal Urban Stormwater Treatment project was cited as the main capture mechanism.
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Last discussed Jun 25, 2026.
Impact analysis
Neighborhoods get pollution reduction, tree and vegetation benefits, and cleaner streets even where stormwater can't augment drinking supply.
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