(Update July 11, 2011)

Work on the Compost Facility is complete; production has resumed, however, fully treated USEPA “Class A – Exceptional Quality” compost will not be ready for distribution until September.

(Update June 18, 2012 )

The Rancho Las Virgenes Composting Facility rehab project has made significant progress.

(Updated June 12, 2012)

• Work has commenced on preventive maintenance and rehabilitation of the sewer line bridges that span Las Virgenes Creek. Work includes painting, security upgrades and removal of non-native vegetation. Work is expected to conclude in autumn 2012.
  
• Influent valves and pipes at the Tapia Water Reclamation Facility are undergoing a $700,000 upgrade. The project is replacing 20 and 24-inch sewer lines and control valves that have been in place since the facility was constructed. During construction, there is no impact to the public and the facility remains fully operational. 
  
• The Rancho Las Virgenes Composting Facility is undergoing major maintenance and is expected to reopen in autumn 2012. An important milestone was reached during the week concluding June 8 as work in the Composting building was completed.