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Council approves purchase of Kern County land for biosolids handling; litigation and cost questions noted
Summary
The council approved acquisition of property in Kern County to handle city biosolids after a staff report saying the site remains usable even if Kern County's ordinance survives litigation; council members asked about alternatives and costs.
The Los Angeles City Council approved the purchase of a property in Kern County on Feb. 22 intended for biosolids (treated sewage sludge) management, with council discussion noting ongoing litigation with Kern County and higher-cost alternatives.
Why it matters: The city faces options for handling biosolids produced at its Hyperion Water Reclamation Plant. Staff said the selected Kern County site offered lower hauling costs than alternative sites, and that the property would be usable even if a Kern County ordinance governing biosolids…
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