The recent government meeting in San Francisco focused on the Emergency Firefighting Water System, known as AWOS, which aims to enhance fire safety while protecting the city's drinking water supply. The AWOS will feature independent piping systems that utilize bay water, ensuring that the city's potable water remains unaffected.

During the discussions, it was confirmed that the Stowtown project will include its own AWOS piping as part of its development agreement, aligning with similar projects at 5 Ms and Pier 70. However, the Public Utilities Commission (PUC) indicated that it currently lacks the resources to connect the Stowtown AWOS pipes to the city's existing AWOS infrastructure.

Additionally, the new AWOS pipes will need to link to the city's system leading to the Oceanside treatment facility and a proposed ocean water pump station. The Office of Economic and Workforce Development (OEWD) suggested utilizing an Infrastructure Financing District (IFD) to fund the necessary infrastructure improvements, which received strong support from attendees.

This initiative highlights the city's commitment to improving fire safety measures while ensuring the integrity of its drinking water supply, although funding and resource challenges remain a concern.