REQUEST FOR CITY COUNCIL ACTION
SUBMITTED TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council Members
SUBMITTED BY: Oliver Chi, City Manager
PREPARED BY: Travis Hopkins, PE, Assistant City Manager
Subject:
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Review and consider the Community Choice Energy (CCE) Feasibility Study options
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Statement of Issue:
On August 5, 2019, the City Council directed that staff proceed with issuing a Request for Information (RFI) for qualified firms to complete a Community Choice Energy (CCE) Feasibility Study, and to conduct additional research related to possible ratepayer savings through CCE programs. Based on that direction, staff has completed the RFI process, and additionally, we have obtained information on electricity rate comparisons between SCE and a current the Clean Power Alliance, a CCE currently operating in LA County.
Additionally, the City recently received an invitation from the City of Irvine to explore participation in their proposed CCE Joint Powers Authority. This invitation was extended after Irvine completed their own CCE study and made the decision to move forward with forming a possible CCE program in partnership with other Orange County jurisdictions. As part of the City's possible CCE study, the City Council does have the option of exploring participation in Irvine's possible CCE program moving ahead.
Financial Impact:
If the City Council directs staff to complete a CCE Feasibility Study, the assessment will cost an amount not to exceed $66,000. Funding for this initiative is available in the General Fund.
Recommended Action:
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Consider moving forward with the proposed Community Choice Feasibility Study and provide staff with direction on the following options:
A) Direct staff to complete a CCE Feasibility Study and authorize the City Manager approve the required agreements with MRW & Associates for completion of the study for an amount not to exceed $66,000.
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B) Direct staff not to move forward with the CCE Feasibility Study...
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