Treasure Island is a unique and diverse community located in the heart of San Francisco Bay, governed by the Treasure Island Development Authority and falling under the jurisdiction of the Bay Area Air Quality Management District. Residents represent a range of backgrounds and experiences, contributing to a vibrant island culture.
The community faces ongoing environmental challenges, including concerns about dust contamination, air quality, and the impacts of major redevelopment and construction projects. As Treasure Island undergoes significant transformation-with new housing, infrastructure, and public amenities-air quality remains a top concern for both current and future residents. The island’s redevelopment includes sustainable infrastructure projects, such as the new Water Resource Recovery Facility, designed to reduce environmental impact and support community health.
The district has teamed up with Aclima and the California Air Resources Board (CARB) to launch a community air monitoring project guiding future actions as a part of SMMI. Using Aclima’s advanced sensors, the project collects detailed, block-by-block data on air quality throughout the community. This provides residents with clear information about local pollution and helps guide actions to improve air quality, focusing on the areas and people most affected.
In April 2025, residents, stakeholders, and local agencies gathered for public meetings to discuss these environmental and quality-of-life issues, ensuring community voices help shape the future of Treasure Island.
