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FROM: John Moss, Utilities Directo � nn-- __
Prepared By: Ron Munds, Utilities Conse ation Coordinator Cl�`
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January 23 2001
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SUBJECT: A RESOLUTION SUPPORTING THE GOVERNOR'S REQUEST TO
REDUCE ENERGY CONSUMPTION AND THE CITY'S
COMMITMENT TO ONGOING ENERGY CONSERVATION.
CAO RECOMMENDATION
Adopt a resolution supporting the Governor of California's request to reduce energy consumption
and the City's commitment to ongoing energy conservation.
DISCUSSION
The. State of California has been experiencing severe power shortages due to a variety of reasons
ranging from the weather to the deregulation of the electric industry. In an effort to assure the
federal government that the state is serious about resolving the energy emergency, Governor Gray
Davis directed all state facilities to reduce their energy consumption by 5% by January 16, 2001
with a long term goal of reducing electrical use by 7 %. Additionally, the Governor requested, via
the California League of Cities, that all cities in the state take similar actions in an effort to avoid
rolling blackouts and to stabilize energy consumption statewide. To further demonstrate support
of the reduction goals solicited by the Governor, the League of California Cities requested that
each city adopt a resolution endorsing the Governor's call to action.
Staff has developed an "Energy Curtailment Plan" which focuses on the short term reduction in
electrical uses within City facilities. The measures include reduced lighting in work areas, the
curtailed use of space heaters, using the energy saving mode in copiers and turning off all non-
essential electrical uses within work areas. Additionally, the water treatment facility has made
operational changes which will allow for the plant to be shut down at 4:00 p.m. in order to avoid
the evening peak demand period. It is important to note that the measures implemented will not
jeopardize the publics health, safety or the quality of services provided by the City. Reaching the
long term goal of reducing energy consumption by 7% may be more difficult. During the past
decade, the City has undertaken numerous energy saving projects including lighting upgrades,
pump and motor retrofits and heating and ventilation improvements. Staff is committed to the
continued examination of new energy saving opportunities and will bring forward any projects
that will yield cost effective savings.
FISCAL IMPACT
There is no direct fiscal impact associated with the recommended action. Any recommended
energy saving project would be presented to the Council on a project by project basis.
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RESOLUTION NO. (2001 series)
A RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO
SUPPORTING THE GOVERNOR OF CALIFORNIA'S REQUEST TO REDUCE
ENERGY CONSUMPTION AND THE CITY'S COMMITMENT TO ONGOING
ENERGY CONSERVATION
WHEREAS, California faces unprecedented energy challenges and severe
electricity supply shortages; and
WHEREAS, the importance of immediate energy conservation efforts cannot be
overstated; and
WHEREAS, Governor Gray Davis has asked all Californian's to reduce
electricity use by 7 %; and
WHEREAS, to demonstrate California's commitment to conserve electricity, the
Governor has directed state agencies to reduce electricity use in state facilities by 5 %, and
has asked cities to do the same; and
WHEREAS, the City of San Luis Obispo is committed to the efficient use of all
resources and ongoing energy conservation.
BE IT RESOLVED that the City of San Luis Obispo has taken actions to
immediately reduce electricity by 5 %; is committed to reducing its ongoing electricity
use by 7 %; and urges its residents and businesses to also reduce ongoing electricity use
by 7 %.
Upon motion of , seconded by
and on the following roll call vote:
AYES:
NOES:
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the foregoing resolution was adopted this 23`d day of January, 2001.
Mayor Allen Settle
ATTEST:
Lee Price, City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
effrey G. Jorgensen, City Attomey
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