SAN DIEGO — It's a step forward for the city of Imperial Beach and for the construction of the treatment plant. For years, people have dealt with beach closures, poor air quality, and bad odors—all because of the raw sewage that flows from the Tijuana River.

It's no surprise that the move is already seeing praise from local and state leaders.

"My administration has worked closely with President Biden and his team on this issue, and I want to thank him for including the requested $310 million in the emergency supplemental bill. This funding will help expedite sorely needed construction," Gov. Gavin Newsom said. 

Now —this request is coming from President Joe Biden and its administration.