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California Energy Commission. (2017). Rooftop Solar PV System. Measure number: 2019-Res-PV-D Prepared by Energy and Environmental Economics, Inc. Retrieved from https://efiling.energy.ca.gov/getdocument.aspx?tn=221366 California Energy Commission. (2021b). Final Express Terms for the Proposed Revisions to the 2022 Energy Code Reference Appendices. Retrieved from https://efiling.energy.ca.gov/Lists/DocketLog.aspx?docketnumber=21- BSTD-01
California Energy Commission. (2022b). 2022 Reference Appendices for the 202 Building Energy Efficiency Standards.
CEC-400-2022-010-AP. Retrieved from https://www.energy.ca.gov/sites/default/files/2022-08/CEC-400- 2022-010-AP.pdf
California Energy Commission. (2022c, Feb). 2022 Single-Family Residential Alternative Calculation Method Reference Manual. CEC-400-2022-008-CMF-REV. Retrieved from https://www.energy.ca.gov/publications/2022/2022- single-family-residential-alternative-calculation-method-reference-manual California Energy Commission. (2023). 2025 Energy code Hourly Factors. Retrieved from https://www.energy.ca.gov/files/2025-energy-code-hourly-factors California Energy Commission. (2023). Draft 2025 Energy Code Express Terms. Retrieved from https://efiling.energy.ca.gov/GetDocument.aspx?tn=252915&DocumentContentId=88051 California Public Utilities Commission. (2021a). Utility Costs and Affordability of the Grid of the Future: An Evaluation of Electric Costs, Rates, and Equity Issues Pursuant to P.U. Code Section 913.1. Retrieved from https://www.cpuc.ca.gov/-/media/cpuc-website/divisions/office-of-governmental-affairsdivision/reports/2021/senate-bill-695-report-2021-and-en-banc-whitepaper_final_04302021.pdf California Public Utilities Commission. (2021b). Database for Energy-Efficient resources (DEER2021 Update). Retrieved April 13, 2021, from http://www.deeresources.com/index.php/deer-versions/deer2021 Department of Energy. (2022). Preliminary Analysis Technical Support Document: Energy Efficiency Program for Consumer Products and Commercial and Industrial Equipment. Retrieved from https://www.regulations.gov/document/EERE-2017-BT-STD-0019-0018 Department of Energy. (2023). Technical Support Document: Energy Efficiency Program for Consumer Products and Commercial and Industrial Equipment: Room Air Conditioners. Retrieved from https://www.regulations.gov/document/EERE-2014-BT-STD-0059-0053 E-CFR. (2020). https://www.ecfr.gov/cgibin/retrieveECFR?gp=&SID=8de751f141aaa1c1c9833b36156faf67&mc=true&n=pt10.3.431&r=PART&ty=HTM L#se10.3.431_197. Retrieved from Electronic Code of Federal Regulations: https://www.ecfr.gov/cgibin/retrieveECFR?gp=&SID=8de751f141aaa1c1c9833b36156faf67&mc=true&n=pt10.3.431&r=PART&ty=HTM L#se10.3.431_197
Statewide CASE Team. (2023). Residential HVAC Performance. Codes and Standards Enhancement (CASE) Initiative 2025 California Energy Code. Prepared by Frontier Energy. Retrieved from https://title24stakeholders.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Revised_2025_T24_Final-CASE-Report-RESHVAC-Performance.pdf Statewide Reach Codes. (2023). Cost Effectiveness Explorer. Retrieved from Cost Effectiveness Explorer:
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California, 2017
cJ Building Climate Zones
[] County Boundary
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6.1 Map of California Climate Zones
Climate zone geographical boundaries are depicted in Figure 16. The map in Figure 16 along with a zip-code search directory is available at: https://ww2.energy.ca.gov/maps/renewable/building_climate_zones.html Figure 16. Map of California climate zones.
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2023 Electric California Climate Credit Schedule
PG&E
SCE
SDG&E
February or
March
$38.39
$71.00
$60.70
April May June July
Residential Natural Gas California Climate Credit
Aug
In 2023, the 2023 Natural Gas California Climate Credit will be distributed in February or March instead of April.
Sept Oct
$38.39
$71.00
$60.70
2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 Total Value Received Per Household 2018-2023 PG&E $30 $25 $27 $25 $48 $52.78 $208
SDG&E $34 $21 $18 $43 $43.40 $162
Southwest Gas $22 $25 $27 $28 $49 $56.35 $207
SoCalGas $50 $26 $22 $44 $50.77 $194
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6.2 Utility Rate Schedules
The Reach Codes Team used the CA IOU and POU rate tariffs detailed below to determine the On-Bill savings for each package. The California Climate Credit was applied for both electricity and natural gas service for the IOUs using the 2023 credits shows below.26 The credits were applied to reduce the total calculated annual bill, including any fixed fees or minimum bill amounts.
Electricity rates reflect the most recently approved tariffs. Monthly gas rates were estimated based on recent gas rates (November 2023) and a curve to reflect how natural gas prices fluctuate with seasonal supply and demand. The seasonal curve was estimated from monthly residential tariffs between 2014 and 2023 (between 2017 and 2023 for CPAU). 12-month curves were created from monthly gas rates for each of the ten years (Seven years for CPAU).
These annual curves were then averaged to arrive at an average normalized annual curve. This was conducted separately for baseline and excess energy rates. Costs used in this analysis were then derived by establishing the most recent baseline and excess rate from the latest tariff as a reference point (November 2023), and then using the normalized curve to estimate the cost for the remaining months relative to the reference point rate. 26 https://www.cpuc.ca.gov/industries-and-topics/natural-gas/greenhouse-gas-cap-and-trade-program/californiaclimate-credit California Energy Codes & Standards | A statewide utility program 2024-04-25 490 of 662
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6.2.1 Pacific Gas & Electric
The following pages provide details on the PG&E electricity and natural gas tariffs applied in this study. Table 20 describes the baseline territories that were assumed for each climate zone. A net surplus compensation rate of $0.07051/ kWh was applied to any net annual electricity generation based on a one-year average of the rates between December 2022 and November 2023.
Table 20. PG&E Baseline Territory by Climate Zone
Climate Baseline
Zone Territory
CZ01 V
CZ02 X
CZ03 T
CZ04 X
CZ05 T
CZ11 R
CZ12 S
CZ13 R
CZ16 Y
The PG&E monthly gas rate in $/therm was applied on a monthly basis according to the rates shown in Table 21.
These rates are based on applying a normalization curve to the November 2023 tariff based on ten years of historical gas data. Corresponding CARE rates reflect the 20 percent discount per the GL-1 tariff.
Table 21. PG&E Monthly Gas Rate ($/therm)
Month Total Charge
Baseline Excess
January $2.05 $2.43
February $2.08 $2.46
March $1.92 $2.31
April $1.80 $2.20
May $1.77 $2.18
June $1.78 $2.18
July $1.80 $2.20
August $1.85 $2.26
September $1.92 $2.33
October $1.99 $2.40
November $2.06 $2.46
December $2.05 $2.44
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Baseline Territories and Quantities 11
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BASELINE QUANTITIES (Therms Per Day Per Dwelling Unit)
Individually Metered
Baseline Summer Winte r Off.Peak
Territories (April-October) (Nov, Feb, Mar)
Effective Apr. 1, 2022 Effective Nov. 1, 2022
p 0.39 1.88
Q 0.56 1.48
R 0.36 1.24
s 0.39 1.38
T 0.56 1.31
V 0.59 1.51
w 0.39 1.14
X 0.49 1.48
y 0.72 2.22
Master Metered
Baseline Summer
Territories (April-October)
Effective Apr. 1, 2022
p 0.29
Q 0.56
R 0.33
s 0.29
T 0.56
V 0.59
w 0.26
X 0.33
y 0.52
Summer Season: Apr-Oct
Winter Off-Peak: Nov, Feb, Mar
Winter On-Peak: Dec, J an
Advice Letter: 4589-G
Decision 21-11-016
GRC 2020 Ph II [Application 19-11-019]
Filed: Nov 22, 2019
Winter Off.Peak
(Nov, Feb, Mar)
Effective Nov. 1, 202.2
1.01 0.67
0.87 0.61
1.01 1.28
0.71 0.67
1.01 Winter On-Peak
(Dec, Jan)
Effective Dec, 1, 2022
2.19 2.00
1.81 1.94
1.68 1.71
1.68 2.00
2.58 Winter On-Peak
(Dec, Jan)
Effective Dec. 1, 2022
1.13 0.77
1.16 0.65
1.10 1.32
0.87 0.77
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RESIDENTIAL TIME-OF-USE (PEft/K PRICING 4 - Q, p.m. EVERY DAY) RATES:
(Cont'd.)
E-TOU-C TOTAL BUNDLED RATES
Total Energy Rates ($ PE!f kWh)
Summer
Total Usage
Baseline Credit (Applied 1o Baseline Usage Only)
Winter
Total Usage
Baseline Credil (Applied 1o Baseline Usage Only)
Delivei:y Minimum Bil Amount($ per meter per day)
California Climate Cred".rt (per hoosehold. per sem i annual paymenl ocourring, in the Marcil' and October bill cydes)
PEAK
$0.53933 (I)
(S0.08S5 t ) {R)
$0.43662 (I)
($0.08S5 1 ), (R)
$0.37612
($38.39)
OF:F-PEAK
$0.4558Q (I)
($0.08851) ,(R)
S0.40827 (I)
($0.08851) ,(R)
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Total bundled service charges shown on customE!f's bills are unbundled acoording to the component rates shown bel'ow. Where the defive:ry minimum bill amount applies. lhe customer's bill will equal lhe• sum of ( 1) the delivery minimum bill amounl plus (2) for bundled servic:e, the generation rate times the number of kWh used. For revenue• accounting purposes. lne r·evenues from the delivery minimum billl amounl will be assigned lo the Transmission. Transmission Rate Adjustments. Reliability Services, Public Purpose P, ograms, Nuclear Ole-commissioning, Competition Transition Charg:es, Energy Cost Recovery Amou:nl. W ildfire Fund Charge, and New System Gene,ralion Charges based on kWh usage limes the corresponding unbundled rate, component per kWh, w'ith any residual revenue assigned 1o Disb:ibution.
• Pursuant to D.23-02-014. disbursement of the April 2023 residential Climate Credit shall begin by March 1. 2023.
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RATES:
(Cont'd.)
IRESID8NTIAL TIME-OF-USE (PEAK PRICING 4 - Q p.m. EVERY DAY} UHBUNDLIHG OF E-TOU-C TOTAl!.. IRAl ES
Enargy Rllll!s by Companor,l IS I"" l \'llh) PEAK OFF-PEAK c;e_,...r.mon:;
Sun:sner 1• usage) so.19ns
W..ler f•u••ge) $0.14918
Disuibtiti'on•it:
Surmruor (d u•oge) $0.17029
w .,1e;r 1• u••ge) $0.11618
ConH•rv..tion ln<Hlli-.. Adjus'lnmnl (&...tino Usage)
Consl!'JV>dioo lnc:l!'llliY<I Adjustrruont (Ow!r B.uelin" I.Jsa!ll") Transmi u iod (al " ""9") Transmission llbrte AIIJu!ltmenls" (all usa;a) 'Reli;abiltiy Se-rviioes ' (all usa,~)
Public PulJ>Ose P.ograms (al usage>
'Ml,cl9r Decommis sionin9 1• u•"9")
C'ampetman Transili0<1 Charges (211 usage)
'En"'V)' Cosl ROGOYK)' Amount (all usagr,)
Wildfire FtJnd Ch..-g,e (aD usage)
New Sys'!=> G=-erall0t1 Cb..-90 (all ..,_.,9"r' Wildfire H;udonlng Ch;u-ge {all U5"!11!) Reconry IBond Ch..-ge (•II usztgel
Rec:onrylBond Credit (a l u•ag•)
Bundlod P,owK Charg1t lncll~, enc-e Adjustmoenl (all u.age)""" (I)
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$0.12 41 3-
ro.15029
$0.112811
(S0..02:216) (I)
S0..061135 (I)
$1)..(15254
S0.00059
S0..00069
$1)..(12578
$0.00 135
S0.00030
($1),,000711
$1)..00530
$1),,00046
$0 00254
Sl).0052:8 (R)
($ll..0052:8) (I)
$1),,0 1309
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RESIDENTIAL TIME-OF-USE (ELECTRIC HOME)
SERVICE FOR CUSTOMERS WITH QUALIFYING ELECTRIC TECHNOLOGIES RA TES:(Cont'd.)
TOTAL BUNDLED RATES
Base Services Charge (S per meter per day) $0.49281
Total Energy Rates ($ per kWh) PEAK PART-PEAK OFF-PEAK
Summer Usage
Winter Usage
$0.56589 (I)
$0.33438 (I)
$0.40401 (I)
$0.31229 (I)
$0.34733 (I)
$0.29843 (I)
California Climate Credit (per household, per
semi-annual payment occurring in the March'
and October bill cydes)
($38.39)
Total bundled service charges shown on a customer's bills are unbundled according to the component rates shown below.
UNBUNDLING OF TOT AL RA TES
Energy Rates by Component($ per kWh) PEAK PART-PEAK OFF-PEAK t
Generation: Summer Usage $0.28164 $0.18253 $0.13743
Winter Usage $0.11951 $0.09954 $0.08619
Distribution- :
Summer Usage $0.17932 (I) $0.11655 (I) $0.10497
Winter Usage $0.10994 (I) $0.10782 (I) $0.10731
Transmission* (all usage) $0.05254 $0.05254 $0.05254
Transmission Rate Adjustments* (all usage) $0.00059 $0.00059 $0.00059 Reliability Services• (all usage) $0.00069 $0.00069 $0.00069 Public Purpose Programs (all usage) $0.02578 $0.02578 $0.02578 Nuclear Decommissioning (all usage) $0.00135 $0.00135 $0.00135 Competition Transition Charges (all usage) $0.00030 $0 00030 $0.00030 Energy Cost Recovery Amount (all usage) ($0.00071) ($0.00071) ($0.00071) Wildfire Fund Charge (all usage) $0.00530 $0.00530 $0.00530 New System Generation Charge (all usager $0 00346 $0.00346 $0.00346 Wildfire Hardening Charge (all usage) $0.00254 $0.00254 $0.00254 Recovery Bond Charge {all usage) $0 00528 (R) $0.00528 {R) $0.00528 Recovery Bond Credit (all usage) ($0.00528) (I) ($0.00528) (I) ($0.00528) Bundled Power Charge Indifference $0 01309 $0 01309 $0.01309 Adjustment (all usage)* ..
Transmission, Transmission Rate Adjustments and Reliability Service charges are combined for presentation on customer bilts.
Distribution and New System Generation Charges are combined for presenlation on oustomer bills.
Direct Access, Community Choice Aggregation and Transitional Bundled Service Customers pay the applica·ble Vintaged Power Charge Indifference Adjustment. Generation and Bundled PCIA are combined for presenlation on bundled customer bills.
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Vice President, Regulatory Affairs
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Effective
Resolution
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ELECTRIC SCHEDULE E-ELEC Sheet 3 (N)
RESIDENTIAL TIME-OF-USE (ELECTRIC HOME) (N)
SERVICE FOR CUSTOMERS WITH QUALIFYING ELECTRIC TECHNOLOGIES
SPECIAL
CONDITIONS:
1. TIME PERIODS: Times of the year and limes of the day are defined as follows: (N) Advice
Decision
All Year:
Peak: 4:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. every day including weekends arid holidays.
Partial-Peak: 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. and 9:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m. every day including weekends and holidays.
Off-Peak: All other hours.
2. SEASONAL CHANGES: The summer season is June 1 through September 30 and the winter season is October 1 through May 31 . When biUing includes use in both the summer and winter periods, charges will be prorated ba.sed upon the number of days in each period.
3. ADDITIONAL METERS: If a residential dwelling unit is served by more than one elecbic meter, the customer must designate which meter is the primary meter and which is (are) the additional meter(s).
4. BILLING: A customer's bill is calculated based on the option applicable to the customer.
Bundled Service Customers receive generation and delivery services solely from PG&E. The customer's bill is based on the Unbundling of Total Rates set forth above.
Transitional Bundled Service (TBS) Customers take TBS as prescribed in Rules
22.1 and 23.1, or take PG&E bundled service prior to the end of the six (6) month advance notice period required to elect PG&E bundled service as prescribed in Rules
22.1 and 23.1. TBS customers shall pay all charges shown in the Unbundling of Total Rates except for the Bundled Power Charge Indifference Adjustment and the generation charge. TBS customers shall also pay for their applicable Vintaged Power Charge Indifference Adjustment provided in the table below, and the short-term commodity prices as set forth in Schedule TBCC.
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Vice President, Regulatory Affairs
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Resolution
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LINE-ITEM IJl1SOOUNT FOR CALIFORNIAALTERNATE RAT1ES FOR ENERGY (CARE)
CUSTOMERS
APPUCABILHY: This sclledule is applicable to single-phase andl polyphase residential service in single.family dwellings and in flats and apantments separately metered by PG&E and domestic submetered tenants residing in multifamily accommodations, mobi!ehome parks and to q,ualifying recreational ·vehicle par:ks and marinas and to tarm selVice on the premises operated by lhe person whose residence is supplied lhrough the same meter, where the applicanl qualifies for Cerrfomia Ailternate Rates for Energy (CARE) under the eligibility and certification criteria set forth in Electric Rule HI. 1. CARE service is available on Schedules E- ~. E~. IE-TOU-lB, E-TOU-C. E-TOU-0. EV2. E-ELEC. EM . ES. ESR. Eir and EM-TOU. (T) TE:RRITORY:
RATES:
This rate schedule applies everywhere PG&E provides electric serv.ice.
Customers. taking seN ice on this rate schedule whose o.therwi.se applicable rate sclledule has no Delivery Minimum Bill Amount (Schedul e E-El EC) will receive a CARE percentage disooont of 35.000% on ·their total bundled dlarges (except tor ihe California Climate Credit, which will no! be d'iscounted). Customers takil)Q service on this rate schedule whose otherwise applicable rate schedu'le has e Delivery Minimum Bi!I Amount (el l other sched'ules) will receive e CARE percentage di soount ('A" or ·c· below) on, lheir total bundled charges on ,their otherwise applicable rate schedule (except tor the Califomie Climate Credit . which will not be discounted) and .also will receive a percentage discounl ("8" or ·o· below), on the delivery minimum biU amount. ,if epp1icabte. The CARIE discount will be celoolated for direct a.ooess and community choice aggJegation customers based on the total charges as 1if they were subjecl to bundled service rafes.
D iscounts will be applied es a 1residual reduction to distribulion cllarges . afte:r 0 - CARE customers are exem pted from the Wil'dfire Fund Charge, Reco..,ery Bond Charge, Rec0'.lery Bond Credit. end !tie CARE surcharg;e portion of the public purpose program chmge used to fund ltie CARE discount These conditions al.so apply to master-metered customers and to, qualified sub-metered tenants where the master-meter customer i s join1fy served under PG&Es Rate Sclledule 0- CARE and either Schedule EM. ES. ESR. ET. ,or EM-TOU.
for master-metered customers where one or more of t he submetered tenants qualffie-s. for CARE rates under the eligibility and certifi.celion criteria sel forth in R ule HU, 19.2. or 19.3. the CARE discount is equal to a percentage re· below) of the total bundled charges, multiplied by the numbe:r of CARE unfts divided by lhe lotall number ot unils. In addition, m aster-metered customers eligible for D-CARIE will receive· a percentage discount ("O" below) on the delivery minimum biD amount. if applicable.
Iii is the responsibility of the master-metered customer to advise PG&E within 15 days following any chall!Je in the number of dweOing units andfor any decrease· in ihe num ber of qualifyill!J CARE e,pplicants that results when such applicants move out of their su'.bmetered or ncn-submetered dwelfing unit. or ·submeter,ed permanent-residence RV or permanent-reside.nee boat.
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LINE-ITEM DISCOUNT FOR CALIFORNIA .A/LllERNATE RATES FOR ENERGY (CARE)
CUSTOMERS
RATES: (Cont'd)
SPECIAL
CONOITIONS:
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B. Delivery Minim11m Bill Discount:
C. Master-Meter D-CARE Discount
D. Master-Meter Delivery MinimYm
BiD Discount:
34.965
50.000
34.965
50.000
'% (Percent) (I)
% {Percent)
'% (Percent) (I)
% {P,ercent)
1. OTHERW,ISE APPLICABLE SCHEDULE: The Special Cond[ti<lns of t he Ou.stomer's otherwise applicable rate schedule will appl'y lo this schedule.
2. ELIGIBILITY: To be eligible to receive D-CARE the .applicant nnusl qualify \llooer lhe criteria set forth in PG&E·s IElectric Rules 19.1. H>.2. and Ul.3 and meel 1he cerlificalion requirements I1-lereof to the s.alisfacticm of PG&E. Qualifying Direct Access. CommYnity Choice Aggregation, SeN ice. and Transitional Bundled Service customers are also eligible to take s.ervice on Sdled'ule D-CARE.
Applicanls may q11alifyfor D-CARE at their primary residence ,onl'y. Customers or sub-metered tenants participating in the Family Electric Rate Assistance {FERA) program cannot concurrently participate in Ille CARE program.
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Summer Daily Allocations (June through September)
Baseline Region Number
5 6
8 9
10 13
14 15
16 SPECIAL CONDITIONS
AllDaily kWh Electric
Allocation Allocation
17.2 179
11 .4 8.8
12.6 9 8
16.5 12.4
18 9 15.8
22.0 24.6
18.7 18.3
46.4 24.1
14.4 13.5
Schedule TOU-D
TIME-OF-USE
DOMESTIC
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1. Applicable rate time periods are defined as follows:
Option 4-9 PM. Option 4-9 PM-CPP. Option PRIME. Option PRIME-CPP :
Winter Daily Allocations (October through May)
AllDaily kWh Electric
Baseline Region Number Allocation Allocation
5 18.7 20.1
6 11.3 13.0
8 10.6 12.7
9 12.3 14.3
1C 12.5 17.0
12 12.6 243
14 12.0 21.3
1~ 9.9 18.2
Hi 12.6 23.1
Sheet 12 (T)
(T)
TOU Period Weekdays Weekends and Holidays
Summer Winter Summer Winter
On-Peak 4 p.m. - 9 p.m. N/A NIA NIA
Mid-Peak N/A 4 p.m. - 9 p.m. 4 p.m. - 9 p.m. 4 p.m. - 9 p.m.
Off-Peak All other hours 9 p.m. - 8 a.m. All other hours 9 p.m. - 8 a.m.
Super-Off-Peak N/A 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. NIA 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.
CPP Event 4 p.m. - 9 p.m. 4 p.m. - 9 p.m. NIA NIA Period Cost Effectiveness Analysis: Existing Single Family Building Upgrades 48 Appendices
6.2.2 Southern California Edison
The following pages provide details on the SCE electricity tariffs applied in this study. Table 22 describes the baseline territories that were assumed for each climate zone. A net surplus compensation rate of $ 0.06030/ kWh was applied to any net annual electricity generation based on a one-year average of the rates between December 2022 and November 2023
Table 22: SCE Baseline Territory by Climate Zone
Climate Baseline
Zone Territory
CZ06 6
CZ08 8
CZ09 9
CZ10 10
CZ14 14
CZ15 15
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Car1Celli"9 Revised
Cal. PUC Sheet No_ 85111--E
CaL PUC Sheet No_ 74502-E
RATES
Schedule IOV:P
TIME-OF-USE
DOMESTIC
(Continued)
Sh eet 2
Customers receiving service under ihis Schedule will be charged the applicable rates under O ption 4-9 1PM, Option 4-Q PM-CPP. Op1ion 5-8 PM , Option 5-8 PM·CPP, Op tion PRIME . Option PRIME-CPI? Option A, Option A-CPP. Oplioll B. or- Option B-CRP. as listed beww. CPP Event Ch arges will apply to all energy usage during CPP Event Energy C harge periods alld CPP Non,-Event Energy Credits will apply as a reduction or, CPP f'lon-<Event Energy Credit Periods during Summer Season days. 4:00 p_m_ to Q:OCl p.m .. as described ill Sp ecial Conditions 1 and 3. below:
,Qplfpn +R FM J NIAJ +R PM::¢FP
1::,n..,W °'1-w■ • 1.ik.W.h
8t.Jrnm•t S .. •on - On.-~.._ O.UDYI lfiJ
h1hl-h.a. 0 .7'1~11 IIRJ
O il,.P.,o1, 0.:1' ..... 1!2' IA I
W11ntat Sauan - 1.1Jt11-~-. O.Ul~s, IIRJ
Ofi.~_,. D.2441-82' tA:J
~upt1r..Off..P.._., 0 .221)11) tR)
8-;; .. ic Ctta~• - S~•Y
Sangl__,.affllly R-idanca O.O·~ 1
MuN..,.-•md'I Raalidanca 0 .024
Manunum CNlrg ·- • Sid•~ :Sine• ... nm., R_ld.,c::• o.34s IMYlt md)' R_Ki.,c• O.:!M8
MW11m:um Cha"R• -4.t.t ed1c .. 8 ..... ll )"" ~ • $Jday "!lmv·• lf' mlly A--=t .. c:• 0 . 1 rs
1M 1. fb-F md)' R--=t_.c::• 0 . 1 tS
C.bfam .. ,'tt r:1111ta R ... ■ '°' En4N1iJY Ooccu.-.l • '%, t--,,111 t:.~1r.c KIib■ Aaaa.1•nc::• ~ Ill
·Qpbpp +I: PM:CPP
CP~ EvwnJ: En..rw,Ch.,1:1" - SJkWh
:kJrnm•r CT•P Non-iE'Hnll c,..c111
On-""";ak t:..1-vr e ... sW - SIII.Wh
Mlil:dmum A V Mllim'l-tl C r•dtl . Sncw,,·--·
~umrnar !s•aaan
111,00) ►
1DU.00"'
10000
O 2-eS-43' Ctt
0 .1 1101 Cit
0 .1 1 :US::i Cit
0~21,~:l CIJ
0 .136~1 Cit
0 800Ct►
ouooou
oilOOOo
( 0 .'l !li l n:tl
o .OUOOO
o.ooouo <),C>l)O(l(J
0 .00000
<l.OUOllo
0 .00000
I
• Rtlanlill'.G 1~ a1 IIMI dsic<l<Jnl !"'"'""'.age aoa - In.,_ awlk•lllo Spod•1 c«dlxin ol lhls _,._ •• Tllo ~li>llffllln Olal!J• IS"~ - .,. Dolt."Gf) - .. El\ll!Q', Chal\jll, p"5 Iha ~ a....: Ch•rge i. loss - .,. Mlninum Charg,a. ••• Tho.,,_ CompoOlon Tranollon Ol•Jtl• CTC ol CW.00000) po, l Y/11 Is ,__ In lho UG com-ol -,lion. (Tl ••••Tna Baalna Cra.S1.a~L1p,U> 1001'. alrana l!.-alna.Ali0caUon.ro91nU15•of lima4...US. lDapa,'ald. Adlldan,alB.11MIAbaAlbc..nofl1111f:'lP)'ID' CUMDmars wll'I Ha.al Purn_p w.-, HuNn. sar¥ad t.ftiar a..s Optl0ft Thu ~Dina A.lloc~llons ara 5411 b1h ift fl.ra«hin;a~ SQlamonl, Part H . . .......... -A.-Ctodh rs Ncoppo<lu.<il"mwMlorCPPC....lamond.lal P•~-119mod'-«dllllo>nd .... pan .. --· 1 To"'l = Jo1.110olt.•!)I S.000 , .... •"' app-• loBrdad S.W...lli111c1Acoass (DAI and Comm•"')> 000.,0 ~ s.n<oo (OCA - ) CUStama.rs, timi:01 DA ilnd Cc.A Sa~ Ousmm.Gf'S .lll'lllnot SJ.bioa: tDlhA OL\lR9C nat compona.m at'lla k'hodub but.btllildp;lf lha OWR9Cm .,,.-,idad l¥ S-IQ DA-CRS « SCIIOdUII OCA-CRS.
2 GanGrallor1 = Tha Gon '"""' •111 applic.atia oott ID 6'.rlded 54rnce OJslomws. Sff !lpeclot C<ntt.on bal:lw tor !'CIA,._ ~ m\REC.=~011111., .. - iIJ'IIR) lE""f0 c.-, _~or,_. llflOnnalxin OR lhJI D\YR &>orirt en.cu, - h ea,,q ~ SpQd•l COodllonOll lhl• ~ -
4 ~lid on an iftq~ bi1Sdo, per~ sam~t,. SM: b Spoci.111 c«dUXIS ,O'I au,; &:.hOdUlt fOf' a'ICt'e: ~ (To be in serted by uliliiyl
Advice 4Q2Q•E ----------- Decision
:!tnJ
(Continued)
Issued by
Michael Backstrom
~ ice President
(To be iMerled by Cal. PU C}
Date Submitted Dee 28, 2022
Effective
Resolution
Jan 1, 2023,
E-5217
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Southem California Edison
Rosemead, California (U 338-E) Cancelling
Revised
Revised
Cal. PUC Sheet No.
Cal. PUC Sheet No.
RA TES (Continued)
Schedule TOU-D
TIME-OF-USE
DOMESTIC
(Continued)
Option PRIME I Option PRIME-CPP
Energy Cllarge - $/kWh/Meter/Day
Summer Season
I D e'livery Service
Total'
On-Peak 0.22789 (I)
Mid-Peak 0.22789 (I)
Off.Peak 0.151111 (I)
Winter Season
Mid-Peak 0.23353 (I)
Off-Peak 0.14530 (I)
Super-Off-Peak 0.14530 (I)
Fixed Re<oYery Charge - $'1<Wh 0.00260 (I)
Ba•ic Cllarge - S/MeterJDay 0.427 (I)
EV Meter Crl'cfrt (Sep,arately Met..,ed E (0.323) (N)
EV Submeler Credit - S/Mell'JiDay (0. 111) (R)
Caifomia Climate Credit '
0 (71.00)
Caifomia Alternate Rates fo,
Energy Disoount - '- 100.00'
Family Electri<: Rate A••istonce Di•cou 100.00
Medical Lile Item Discount - % 100.000
Option PRIME-CPP
CPP Event Energy Charge - $'1<Wh
Summer CPP Non-Event Credit
On.Peak Energy Credit - $/kWh
Maximum AY&ilable Credit - $/kWh"••
Summer Season
Generation
UG" I DWRE~-
0.42769 (1) 0.00000
0.15221 (I) 0.00000
0.10162 (1) 0.00000
0.38028 (1) 0.00000
0.08630 (1) 0.00000
0.08630 (1) 0.00000
0.80000
(0. 71812) (R)
R~p,es.MtS 100% of the discount peroe,rmge as shown SI the applic.ible Special Condition Qf Bas Schedule. • • The CflllO'ng Ganpelition T tanSition Charge (CTC) ct (S0.00003) peer kWh is tee:OYered in lhe UG companen1 al Gener.nion.
Sheet 6
I
I
"" The MillCinun Available Credit is lhe capped aedit amount lor CPP Cu5lomers dual p;,rticip;r.ire in other demand response pr _ _ 86132-E
85624-E
I
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Tcc.,i = Tccal Delivery Servicl' -• are appicable 10 Buncled Service. llRd Acee•• (DA) and Comnunity Choice Aggregation Service (CCA SeMce) exoept DA and CCA SeMce Custome<,; are n01 subject to me DWRBC rate compcnen, ct lhs SdledJle bu! instead pay the DWRBC as provided by Sche<l.je OA-CRS er SchecUe CCA-CRS.
2 Genera:ion = The Gen me• are ~ Oliy to Buncled SeMce Customers. See Special Condition below for PClA reoovery. 3 O'WREC = Department al Waler Resources (!>WR) Energy C.edit - Fer more information on the DWR Energy Crecil. ""' the Billing Calcw:ion Special Caiciticn ct this Schedule.
4 Applied on an equal basis. per household, semi-annually. See the Special Conditions of this SchedlAe lor more infonnalion. (To be inserted by utility)
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Issued by
Michael Backstrom
Vice President
(To be inserted by Cal. PUC)
Date Submitted May 30, 2023
Effective Jun 1, 2023
Resolution
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Rosemead, California (U 338-E) Cancelling Revised Cal. PUC Sheet No. -85109-E Scbedu;te,D;CABE Sheet 1
CALIFORtNIA AL TERNA TE RA TES FOR ENERGY
DOMESTIC SERV ICE
APPLICABILITY
Applicable to domestic service to CARE househofds residing in a pennartenl Single-Family Accommodation DI' Mul1ifami ly Accommodation where the customer meels all the Special Col'\di:tions of this Schedule. Customers enrolled in the CARE program are not eligible for !he Family Electric Rate Assistance (FERA) program.
P•ursuartt to Special Coooi1iion 12 herein, customers receiving servioe under this Schedule are e'-olble lo receive the Califomia Clunate Credit as shown in t he Rates section below.
JEBBIIPBY
Wrthin the entire territory s&Ved.
The applicable charges set forth in Schedufe D shall apply to Customers served under this Schedule.
CARE Discount:
A 29.8 percent discount is eppliedl to a CARE Customer's bill prior to the application of lhe Public Utilities Commission Reimburs.emenl Fee (PUCRF) artd any applicable user fees. t axes. and late payment charges. CARE Ci.istom ers are re.:iuired to :pay the PIJCRF and any .applicable, user f ees. taxes. and late paymertt charges in full. In addition. CARE Customers .are exempt from paying lhe CARE Surd'large of $0.00888, per kWh aoo the Wildfire Furld Nor..Bypassable Cha:r,ge of $0.00530 per kWh.. (R) The 2{1.8 percent discount, in additior1 to these exemp1ions result in an average effective• CARE Disco.mt of 32.5 percenl
(To, be inserted by utility)
Advice 4!977-lE
O e c i sio n ---------- 23-01--002
lh J2 22-12•031
(Continued)
Issued by
Michael Backstrom
Vice Ptesident
(To be inserted by Cal. PUC)
Date Submitted Feb 27. 2023
Effective
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utliern California Gas Company
Residential Rates
NoY-23
Procurement Transponallon N&w Rate New Rate Absolute
Customer Type Commodity Rate Charge Charge Elfedlve Elfec11ve Rate % I Rate Schedule Charge Type ¢/therm ¢/therm 111112023 1011/2023 Change Change Rasklentlal lndlvldually Metered
Schedule No. GR GR BaseDne 67.806 86.490 154296 125.096 29.200 23.3% Res. SelVlce GR NonBaselne 67.806 131-037 198.843 169.726 29.117 17.2% GT-R Basel ne 00.000 86.490 86.490 87.038 -00.548 -0.6% GT-R Non Basel ne 00.000 131.037 131.037 131.668 -00.631 -0.5% Cost Effectiveness Analysis: Existing Single Family Building Upgrades 52 Appendices
6.2.3 Southern California Gas
Following are the SoCalGas natural gas tariffs applied in this study. Table 23 describes the baseline territories that were assumed for each climate zone.
Table 23. SoCalGas Baseline Territory by Climate Zone
Climate Baseline
Zone Territory
CZ05 2
CZ06 1
CZ08 1
CZ09 1
CZ10 1
CZ14 2
CZ15 1
The SoCalGas monthly gas rate in $/therm was applied on a monthly basis according to the rates shown in Table 24.
These rates are based on applying a normalization curve to the November 2023 tariff based on ten years of historical gas data. Long-term historical natural gas rate data was only available for SoCalGas’ procurement charges.27 The baseline and excess transmission charges were found to be consistent over the course of a year and applied for the entire year based on 2023 rates. CARE rates reflect the 20 percent discount per the GR tariff.
Table 24. SoCalGas Monthly Gas Rate ($/therm)
Month Procurement
Charge
Transportation Charge Total Charge
Baseline Excess Baseline Excess
January $0.72 $0.86 $1.31 $1.92 $2.36
February $0.50 $0.86 $1.31 $1.57 $2.02
March $0.44 $0.86 $1.31 $1.48 $1.93
April $0.39 $0.86 $1.31 $1.39 $1.84
May $0.41 $0.86 $1.31 $1.43 $1.87
June $0.46 $0.86 $1.31 $1.49 $1.93
July $0.47 $0.86 $1.31 $1.51 $1.96
August $0.51 $0.86 $1.31 $1.58 $2.03
September $0.46 $0.86 $1.31 $1.52 $1.96
October $0.45 $0.86 $1.31 $1.48 $1.92
November $0.48 $0.86 $1.31 $1.54 $1.99
December $0.57 $0.86 $1.31 $1.63 $2.08
27 The SoCalGas procurement and transmission charges were obtained from the following site:
https://www.socalgas.com/for-your-business/energy-market-services/gas-prices RES2023.xlsx (live.com)
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ine Usage: The following quantities of gas used in individually metered residences are to be billed at the baseline rates:
All Customers:
Summer (May to Oct)
Winter On-Peak (Dec, Jan & Feb)
Winter Off-Peak (Nov, Mar, & Apr)
Daily Therm
Allowance
0.359
1.233
0.692
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6.2.4 San Diego Gas & Electric
Following are the SDG&E electricity and natural gas tariffs applied in this study. Table 25 describes the baseline territories that were assumed for each climate zone. A net surplus compensation rate of $0.04542/ kWh was applied to any net annual electricity generation based on a one-year average of the rates between December 2022 and November 2023.
Table 25. SDG&E Baseline Territory by Climate Zone
Climate Baseline
Zone Territory
CZ07 Coastal
CZ10 Inland
CZ14 Mountain
The SDG&E monthly gas rate in $/therm was applied on a monthly basis according to the rates shown in Table
26. These rates are based on applying a normalization curve to the November 2023 tariff based on ten years of historical gas data. CARE rates reflect the 20 percent discount per the G-CARE tariff.
Table 26. SDG&E Monthly Gas Rate ($/therm)
Month Total Charge
Baseline Excess
January $2.34 $2.63
February $2.28 $2.57
March $2.21 $2.51
April $2.14 $2.45
May $2.18 $2.48
June $2.23 $2.55
July $2.26 $2.57
August $2.32 $2.62
September $2.26 $2.59
October $2.21 $2.55
November $2.24 $2.57
December $2.38 $2.70
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San Diego Gas & Electric Campany
S•n Diego. Calif"'".,
Totell Rates:
Description - JOU DR1
Summer:
On,Pe,k
Olf0Peok
Super Off,Pe>k
Winter.
a.,.P,,:,k
Olf-Ploal<
&Jper Off,Peak
Summer B:,seliM Adju,tmenl C:relfll up to
130% ol B:,seline
Win'ler 8 03<!lin~ 1u:1,.,stniml Credit up ID
130% ol 8:,seJiM
t.i.,imum Bill (S/day)
Description - JOU DR1- UDC Tot;>!
CARE Rate
Summe.r - CARE lbtes:
O.,,Pe:ik 0.25682
Off0Peok 0.25682
Super Off.J>e•k 0.25682
Winter - CARE Rates :
°'1•Pe•k 0.43739
Olf,Pe;ak 0.43739
Super Off•Pe•k 0.4-1739
Summer B~~ine
Ad),slm"'1l Cradil up ID
130% ol Bueline
(0.117241
Win'le-r B.iseline Adju!1itme11l
C:n,rfit up ID 110% cd
Ba~fine
1172 ►
taii1T11Jm Bill ($/day) 0.190
Note:
Revised CaL P.U.C. Sheet No.
Canceling Revised CaL P.U.C. Sheet No.
SCHEDULE 10ll-OR1
RESIOENrTIAl TIME-OF-USE
lJOC Total Rau DWR IBC• E:ECC IR.ato ♦
Wl'.t.lBC DWR Cn,dat
0.25752 R 0.00530 I 0.57043
0.25752 R 0.00530 I 0.25697
0.25752 R 0.00530 I 0.09233
0.43809 I 0.00530 I 0.19307
0.43809 I 0.00530 I 0.10855
0.4-3809 I 0.00530 I 0.08402
(0.11724) R
(0.11724) R
0.380 I
DWR BC+ EECCRate • T,ot•I
WF-NBC DWR.Cnodlt IR:alo•
R 0..00000 0.57043 I 0.82725
R 0.00000 0.25697 I 0.5 137!1
R 0..00000 0.09233 I 0.34915
I 0.00000 0.19307 I 0.630441
I 0.00000 0.10855 I 0.54594
I O.QOOOO 0.08402 I 0.52141
R (0.11724)
R (0.11724)
I ,0.190
[
[
[
[
[
[
37022-E
36337-E
Sheet 2
Total
Rai-e
0.33326 I
0.51979 I
0.35515 I
0.63646 I
0.55194 I
0.52741 I
(0.11724) IR
(0.11724) It
0.380 I
Total
Effedive
,care ltllte
l 0..55366 l
I 0.33'965 I
l 0.22725 l
I O.A1930 I
l 0..36160 l
I 0..34485 I
R (0.08004) R
R (0.08004) R
I 0.190 I
(1) Jai,,f R>""' ax,,isl ol LDC, Schedul~ D\'/R-8C (Ol!Jl•rtml!nll ol W:,1i,r Re,..,..101!< Bond Cll:iri,,I, Sdled.JI!! WF -HBC (CA Wldfre Fund d!"'JliO) and SdledJI!! EEOC~ Eneogy Commoditt Casl) r.sles, ,,.;th 'lho EECC rote• relledi~ .a DWR Cledtt. EECC rarles ""' ;>pplicobh, IO t:undl!!d OJ.tomen only Sae Special CondlllOn HI b POIA (Fl'o,,o.., ct...rg~ ~ iWerence Adju.aiier11) reC:Jve<y. (2) Talal R•tes p,esenli:d ...e lor w,slcmen !hat reooiYe commocily ~ ""d dewory """'°' rromUIJily. (l } DWR-8C •nd WF,NllC chorgos do not apply lo CARE ru,lomo,rs. (4) As idenb6oil 11 11,a RIies labh,s., amomer bih ..,11 also jncl,di, lim, oi,em •llllTVller ,.r,d winier medtts lo< ll»fl'! lljl ID 130111 of ba2line ID prDWGe Iha ral<! cappmg banefils nd~d by Assembly Bill l X and Senllle Bil 1195-. (6} WF •N'BC r•te is 0.00630 • DWR-BC 8ond °'"'9" is 0.00000 .
Continued.
2C8 ISasued by Submitted Dec 30, 2022
Advice Ur. No. 4 129-E Dan Skopec Effective Jan 1. 2023 Seflior Vioe Presidenl
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Time Periods
All time periods listed are applicable to local time. The definition of time will be based upon the date service is rendered_
TOU Periods - Weekdays
On-Peak
Off-Peak
Super Off-Peak
TOU Period - Weekends and
Holidays
On-Peak
Off-Peak
Super Off-Peak
Seasons: Summer
Winter
Summer
4:00 p_m_ - 9:00 pm_
6:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.;
9:00 p.m. - midnight
Midnight - 6:00 a.m.
Summer
4:00 o.m. - 9:00 o.m.
2:00 p_m_ - 4:00 p.m.;
9:00 p.m. - midnight
Midniqht - 2:00 p m.
June 1 - October 31
November 1 - May 31
Winter
4:00 p_m_ - 9:00 p_m_
6:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Excluding 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. in March and April;
9:00 p.m. - midnight
Midnight - 6:00 a.m.
10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p_m in March and April
Winter
4:00 o.m. - 9:00 o.m.
2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.;
9:00 p.m. - midnight
Midnight - 2:00 p_m_
15. Baseline Usage: The following quantities of electricity are used to calculate the baseline adjustment credit.
Baseline Allowance For Climatic Zones•
Coastal Inland Mountain Desert
Basic Allowance
Summer (June 1 to October 31 ) 9.0 10.4 13.6 15.9
Winter (November 1 to May 31) 9.2 9.6 12.9 10.9
Alli Elecmic,..
Summer (June 1 to October 31 ) 6.0 8.7 15,2 17.0
Winter (November 1 to May 31 ) 8.8 12.2 22.1 17.1
"
""
a lmatic Zones are shown on the Tenilory Served, Map No. 1.
All Electric allowances are available upon appEcatlon to those customers who have permanently Installed spaoe healing or who have electrlc water heating1 and receive no enes-gy from another source.
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San Diego Gas & Elecbic Company
San Diego, California
Revised CaL PU.C. Sheet No. 37217-E
Canceling Revised CaL PU.C. Sheet No. 37016-E
SCHEDULE EV-TOU-5 Sheet 1
COST-BASED DOMESTIC TIME-OF-USE FOR HOUSEHOLDS WITH ELECTRIC VEHICLES
APPLICABILITY
Service under this schedule is specifically limited to customers who require service for charging of a currently registered Motor Vehicle, as defined by the California Motor Vehicle Code, which is: 1) a battery electric vehicle (BEV) or plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) recharged via a recharging outlet at the customer's premises: or 2) a natural gas vehicle (NGV) refUeled via a home refueling appliance (HRA) at the customer's premises. This schedule is not available to customers with a conventional charge sustaining (battery recharged solely from the vehicle's on-board generator) hybrid electric vehicle (HEY).
Residential customers taking service on Schedule NBT, who are required to utilize EV-TOU-5 as their otheiwise applicable schedule (OAS) for electric service, do not require a qualifying motor vehicle, as described above to participate on Schedule EV-TOU-5.
Customers on this schedule may also qualify for a semi-annual California Climate Credit $(60. 70) per Schedule GHG-ARR.
TERRITORY
Within the entire territory served by the utility.
Total Rates:
UDC Total DWRBC+
Description - EV-TOU-S Rates
Rate WF-NBC
Basic Service Fee 16.00
Summer
On-Peak 028032 I 0.00530
Off-Peak 0.28032 I 0.00530
Super Off-Peak 0.05588 I 0.00530
Winter
On-Peak 028032 I 0.00530
Off-Peak 028032 I 0.00530
Super Off-Peak 0.05588 I 0.00530
1C5
Advice Ur. No. 4154-E
Decision No. D.22-12-056
EECC Rate +
DWR Credit
I 0.53067 I
I 0.19567 I
I 0.09233 I
I 0.22587 I
I 0.16213 I
I 0.08402 I
Continued
Issued by
Total
Rate
16.00 0.81629 I
0.48129 I
0.15351 I
0.51149 I
0.44775 I
0.14520 I
Submitted
Effective
Resolution No.
Jan 30, 2023
Mar 1, 2023
N
N
N
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San Diego Gas & Electnc Company
San Diego, Cal~omia Canceling Revised Cal. P.lJ.C. Sheet No. 35912-E SCHEDULE EV-TOU-5 Slleet 4
COST-BASED DOMESTIC TIME-OF-USE FOR HOUSEHOLDS WITH ELECTRIC VEHICLES Notes: Transmission Energy charges indude the Transmission Revenue Balancing Account Adjustment (l;RBAA) of S(0.00242) per kWh and lhe Transmissicm Access Charge Balancing Account Adjustment (TACBAA) of S(0.01631) per kWh. PPP Energy charges includes Low Income PPP rate (LI-PPP) S0.01669/kWh, Non-low Income PPP rate (Non-UPPP) S0_00333"'Wh (pursuant to PU Code Section 399.8, lhe Non-LI-PPP rate may not exceed January 1, 2000 levels), Procurement Energy Efficiency Surcl\arge Rate of SQ.00422 /kWh, Galifom1a Solar lnrtiative rate (CSI) of $0.00000/kWh and Self-Generation Incentive Program rate (SGIP) $0.00122/kWh. The basic service fee of $16 per monlh is applied to a customer's bil and a 50% discount is applied for CARE, Medical Baseline, 0< Family Electric Rate Assistance Program (FERA) customers resumng in their basic service fees to be SB per monlh.
Rate Components
The Utility Distribution Company Total Rates (UDC Total) shown above are comprised of the following components (if applicable): (1) Transmission (Trans) Charges, (2) Distribution (Distr) Charges, (3) Public Purpose Program (PPP) Charges, (4) Nuclear Decommissioning (ND) Charge, (5) Ongoin9 Competition Transition Cnarges (CTC). (6) Local Generation Charge (LGC), (7) Reliability Services (RS), and (8) the Total Rate Adjustment Component (TRAC).
Certain Direct Access customers are exempt from the TRAC, as defined in Rule 1 - Definitions.
Franchise Fee Differential
A Franchise Fee Differential of 5.78% will be applied to the monthly billings calculated under this schedule for all customers within the corporate limits of the City of San Diego. Such Franchise Fee Differential shall be so indicated and added as a separate item to &ills rendered to such customers.
Time Periods:
All time periods listed are applicable to actual "clock" time) TOU Period - Weekdays Summer Winter
On--Peak 4:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. 4:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
b:w a.m. - 4:UU p.m.
Off-Peak 6:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.;
9:00 p.m. - midnight Exduding 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.in March and April; 9:00 p.m. - midnight
Super-Off-Peak Midnight - 6:00 a.m. Midnight - 6:00 a.m. 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. in March and April
I uu t"enuu - vveeKenas Summer Winter and Holidays
On--Peak 4:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. 4:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Off-Peak 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.;
9:00 p.m. - midnight
2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
9:00 p.m. - midnight
Super-Off-Peak Midnight - 2:00 p_m_ Midnight - 2:00 p_m_ Seasons:
Summer June 1 - October 31
Winter November 1 - May 31
Continued
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Orjglnel Cal. P.U.C. Sheel No. 37195-'E
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SCHEDULE TOU-ELIEC Sheet 11
DOMEST1IC llt,IE-OFJUSE FOR HOI..IS8HOLOS Wln-t ELECTRIC VEHICUES. ENERGY STORAGE.
OR !ELECTRIC HEAT Pll!Jt.tPS
ARPLICABILllY
Service under this scl'ledul'e is available on a volun1ary basis. for all resiidential ruslomBfS who meet one or more of Iha tollowing c~eria: 1) require sernce for clhargin,g or a currenlly ragislarad Motor Va'hida. as de'1ned by the California Motor Vehicle C-ooe, 'Whkh ris: a) a battery el.ectric VBhlcle (BEV) or plug-,ln hybrid eleciric ve:hicle (f>HEV) recharged via a recharging ou1Jet at the customer's premises: or b) a natural gas \lehide (NGV) refoeled I/fa a home rerualing appliance (HRA) al 11\e customer's premises; 2) have a bahindlhe-miiler energy storage device th.at is intsrconnecied through Elednie Rule 21; or 3) have an electric heat pump •for water lhaatlng or climate controL This sc'had ule iS not available to customa-rs with a conventional charge sw;taining (battery teeharged solsly from, the vehicle"s on-board generatot) hybrid a!iicittic vehidle (HEV).
This schedule is also available lo, customers who meet ll'le above criteria ,as wel as quality for lhe California Alla-mate Rates for Energy {CARE) Program as outline<I in Schedule E-CARE, and/or Medical IBasa!ine as oullineo in Special Conchoon (SC) 5. The ra!es for CARE customers anc:llor Medical IBas8line are ident.-lild in lhe rate rabies below as TOU-ELEC-CARE and TOU-8LEC-MB rates. respectiv1tty. lbiire is a cap of 10,00CI customers w'ho may take service on lrns rats. as d.e6ned rn SC 10.
Pu.rsuant to, o .22-·11-022. customilrs that opt-in to seheduta TOU-ElEC Within its fust year or b8in9 offered have the qplion to return to lheir previous rate sdledule prior lo lhe 12-month imquiremenL See $C4 Tern,s or SGl'\rioe lor al requuaments.
CtJstomM; on Ill.is schedule may also qualify re, a sem..a.nnual California Cllmate Credit $(611'.70) per Sdiedu.e GHG-ARR.
iERRJTORY
Within lhe entire terrilory seNed by lhe utility.
RATES
Total Rates:
lltiotiptian- TOU-.El.EC Rams UDC TOUI DWRBC•
R.al1> WF0 N8C
Mcn!hty SeMCB f;ee 18..00
Summer
On-Pmk D.22228 0.00530
011°Pmk 0.22228 0.00530
Super Off~""k 0.22228 0.00530
WJnter
O..,Peak 0.22228 0,00530
Oll>Pmk 0.22228 0.00530
Super Off~""k 0.22228 0,00530
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EECC Riite
0.61588
0.14644
0.09785
0.27480
0.13323
0.08905
Conlin11ed
Issued by
TRate
18.00 0.74328
0.3740:2
0.32543
0.50218
0.36081
0.31663
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San IJiesa. ~rcrri.s
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CaL P.U.C. Sheel No.
CaL P.U.C. Sheel No.
SCHEDULE TOU-ELEC
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Sheet 2
DOMESTIC TIME-OF-USE FOR HOUSEHOLDS Wllll ELEC1RIC VEHICLES. ENERGY STORAGE.
OR ELIECTRIC HEAT PUMPS
.BAIES. ·(Contiru.ie<J)
Description - TOU,E:LE.C CARE UDC Toial DWRIIIC ♦ TO!lal Tow EEOC Fttu, Eff;;ctl.,. Rates Rat,, WF.JiBC Rm CARERm
Monlhly SeMCe Fee HUX! 16.00 16.00
Summer - CAR,E Rates:
OII.P<>ak 0.221158 0.00000 0.515611 0.73726 0 .. 49222
Qa.P""k 0.221158 0.00000 0..14644 0.36Ml2 0.2401!
&l"'f Ofl.P,ea 0.22158 0.00000 0..09735 0;31943 0.20698 Winter- CAAE Rates:
a,,,p,.,,k 0.221158 0·.00000 0.27480 DA9618 0.32763
Cla.PRl< 0.221158 0,00000 0..13323 0.35481 0.23U1
s.,""' Otl,.Pea 0.221158 0,00000 0..08905 0.31063 0.201195 Description - TOU,E:LEC MB UDC Total DWRIIIC • Total Tow EECC Rat,i, Elf6ctM MB Rates Rat,, WF-HBC Raia
Monlhly SeMCe Fee HI.DO 16.00 1
-· 6.00
Summer -MB Rates: o,,,p..,,, 0.22228 0,00000 0.515611 0.73796 0.59037 Qa,P.,.ak 0.22228 0.00000 0..14644 0,38872 0..29498
s.,""' Ofl.Poa 0.22228 0.00000 0..09735 0:32013 0.251110 Winter - MB Rates:
a,,.p..,,, 0.22228 0.00000 0.27480 OA96118 0.39760
Qa.Pe.il< 0.22228 0.00000 0..1332:3 0-35551 0.28441
Silp<!f QIW'<,al 0.22228 0.00000 0.08905 0.31133 0.24906 Noll!:
(1) Toltlt Rates oo,.,,is1 d UOC. &hodiJi<- OWR.SC {~ cl W:tr.t Re"'°1le5 Bcnl Ctwg,,). Schedule \'IF.NBC (CA 'Mklft"' FLnf chag!!) and Sdled:Jle· E:ECC jElec:lric Ens9)' Canm:xfily CMQ ral!ts. EECC rai..s .,., "l'f'lica~ II, bundl!,d cummon t11ly.
SeeSp:dal Ooodilla, 9roi PCIA(P<lWer Cliar~ ~hljustmenl) """'Yefl'• (2) T olOI Roil!s P"'""""'d ,.,., lbt __,,,., lhai ...,.,;,,, oormncxliiy "'4'f'ly and di!lw,ry ~ llom UBty. o..,.,rces in tmt.ol r,,11,s paid by Oiled! AazS> (DA) an! Canrrunity O!aice Aggr9bDn (OCA) aJslameB ""' i:!,ntifrod in Sdledi.e llA.CRS and OCA.
CRS, ,,,,spec•,.;,.
($) DWR<BC a,d WF-NBC chorg,,s do not a.l'\lly lo CA.RE or Medical B:ISl!line """1<lrlH!n. (4) ltW"-"IBC raleis0Jl0530 + C111/R.SC BandOusg,, is 0.00000 2HS l!lsued by
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S.m Dw,go. Califmna
Orlglnel
Canceling
Cel. P.U.C. Sheet No.
Cel P .. U C Sheet No
SCHEDULE TOl!J-ELEC
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DOMESTIC TIME-OF-USE FOR HOUSEHOLDS Willi ELEClRIC VEHtCLES, ENERGY STORAGE,
RATES (CONTINUED)
UDC RalH
Oe5U11flm - Trmism Distr JOU-El.EC
MonlNyS- fN 18-CIO 1$11.kl)
StJmmer.
On.P ..u 0.07340 0.10796
Ol.f'e-ak 0.07340 D.10796
~pe,OM'eak 0.07340 0.10798
Winur.
On.f' .. .u 0.07340 0.10796
OI.P ..u 0.07340 0.10796
&ipe,Otf.l'l,al 0.07340 0.10798
Dastnplian - TOU-ELEC • CARE Transna Dlsb: Ribls
~S-fN
lll1.kl ,a..oo
S<Jmnl«C-6!RiE
lb lle3:
On.f'e;;k 0.07340 0 .10726
OI.P..,;,k 0.07340 0.10726
&!per Ot!.l'l,al 0.07340 0.10726
W111~r ~I! Rain:
On.f'-l!'ak 0.07340 0.10726
Ol-k 0.07340 0.10726
&ipe,Ot!.1'1,a 0.07340 0.10726
Deoacr(pllon - TOU-ELEC • l&S - T~m Dlsb:
~ SeNi>I f.M 16,.00 15'1.kl))
5.,....,,.. - MB-Ral<l,o
On.f'-1!'.u 0.073-44) 0.107911
OI.P ... ak 0.073-44) 0.107911
&iper Ot!.1'1,-. 0.073441 0 .107911
W.inucr ,. M:B R:iltas
On.P ....... 0.073441 0 .107911
Ol.f'!!cl 0.0~ 0.107911
&i.per Ot!.1'1,a 0..073-44) 0.107911
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Decision No. 0.22-11-022
OR ELECTRIC HEAT PUMPS
PPP ND CTC
D,02548 0.00007 0.00153
0,02546 0.00007 0.00153
0,02546 0.00007 0.00153
0,02546 000007 0.00153
0·,02548 000007 0.00153
0,02548 000007 0.00153
PPP ND CTC
0.02548 0•.00007 0.00153
0.02548 0.00007 0.00153
0.0254t 0.00007 0 .00163,
0.0254t 0.00007 0 .00153,
0.02548 0.00007 0 .00163,
OJl2546 0.00007 0.00163,
PPP ND CTC
0.0254t 11.00007 0.00153,
0.0254t 11.00007 0.00163,
0 .0254t 0.00007 0.00153,
0.02548 0.00007 0.00163
0.0254t 0.00007 0.00163
0.0254t 0.00007 0..00153
(Cootlnuedl
l~!IUl!d by
LGC RS
0.01383 0.00000
0.01383 0.00000
0.01383 0.00000
0.01383
0.01383
0.01383
ILGC
0.01383
0.01383
0.01383
0.01383
0.01383
0,01383
1LGC
0.01383
0.01383
0.01383
0.01383
0.01383
0.01383
0.00000
0.00000
0.00000
R:S
0.00003
0.00003
0.00003
0.00003
0.00000
D..00003
R:S
D..00003
0.00000
D..00003
D..00003
D..00003
D..00003
Submitted
Effective
TRAC
0.00000
0.00000
0.00000
0.00000
0.00000
0.00000
TRAC
0.00000
0.00000
0.00000
0.00000
0.00000
0.00000
TRAC
0.00000
0.00000
0.00000
0.00000
0.00000
0.00000
Resolution No.
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Total
18_()1)
0.22228
0.22228
0.22228
0.22228
0.22228
0.22228
UDC
Toial
16..00
0.22161!
0.22161!
0.22161!
G.22161!
Q.22161!
0.22161!
UDC
Total
16..00
D.22228
G.22228
0.22228
0.22228
G.22228
0.22228
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SCHEDULE TOU-ELEC Sheel4
DOMESTIC TIME-OF-USE FOR HOUSEHOLDS WITl·t ELEClRIC VEHICLES. ENERGY STORAGE,
OR ELECTRIC HEAT PUMPS
Note..: Tran!lrrl!l!IIOM, Energy i:narges linmJCle he Transmission R'e~ Balancing Acoan Adjuslrmnt (TRBAA) al ${0.oo2A2) per kWh and lhe Transml!ism Aooesa Charge Balan~ Aa:ol.lll f141as~ (TACSAA) of $(0.01631) per kWh. PPP EnEfllY charges~ law Income PPP ra11! (LI-PPP) S0.01668/k:Wh, Non-low lnoome PPP rera (Non-UPPP) S0..0033JJkWh (pursuant 1D PU Code Section 399.8. lhe Non-4..1-PPP ra1a may not exceed Ja,uary 1. 2000 levels).
Procurement Energy 6flcieocy SWdlerge, Rate of $0.00422 /kWh, California Soler tnitia11ve rate (CSI) cl $0.0000MWh and Self.Generabo11, Incentive 1Pr<9am rate (SGIPj $0.00122/kWh.
Rate Component$ The Utility 0islribu'liion Company Totall IRates (UDC Total) shown above are comp,rised c:11 the ldllowing components (ii appUcabJe): (1) Transmission (Trans) Charges, (2) Distlib<Ulion (Dislt) Oiarges.. (3) Public P,wpose Program (PPP) Charges .. (4) Nuclear Oooommissioning (ND) Charge, (5) O"-)oin,g Competition Tratwlion Charges (CTC), ·(6) Local Genetalion Chat9e (LGC). (7) Reliability Services (RS), and (8) lhe Total Rate Adjustm811lCornponent (llRAC).
Certain DilectAocess.customers are !Hlempt from lhe TRAC, M def111ed in Rule 1 - Daf111ilions ..
EcaOdlist fee Piftere01,;a1
A Franchi:se Fee Differential of 5. 78% wiD be applied lo Iha monthly billings calculaled under 'thiss schedule ror all custome<:s wilhin Ille oorporate limits ol lhe City or San Diego. Suc:11 IFfaochiH Fee Differential shall be so indicated a.nd added as a separale [tern lo bills rendered to sudh cus'klmer!;.
Tlma Periods:
All time periods listed are applicable Lo actual "dock" lime) TOU Period - Wae'kdayt; SummBf Wini.er
On-Peak 4i00 Ip.m. - 9:001rn;_ 4:00 p.m. - 9i00 p•.m.
16:00a..m. -4:00p•.m. 6:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m,; Off.P-eak 9~00 Ip.m. - midnighl Exdlidin,g 10:00 a.rn.-2:00 p.m.i:n Marth aoo April; '9:00 p.m. - midnight
Midnight - 6:00 am. Super-Off.P1tak Midnight - 6:00 rum. 10:00 ajm. -2:00 p.m. in March andAprli TOU Penod - Weekend~ SummBf and Holidays
On..f>-eak 4i00 Ip.m. - 9:00 p.m, 4:00 p.m. - 9:00 p•.m.
Ott-Peak 2l00 Ip.m. - 4:00 p.rn,; 2:00p.m. - 4 :00 p-.rn. 9~00 Ip.m. - midnighl '9:00 p.m. - midnight
Super-Off..P1tak Midnigh.t - 2:00 p.m. Midnight - 2:00 p.rn.
Seasons;
Summer June l - Odober 31
Winter Novernber 1 - May 3-1
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San Diiago Gas & Electric Company
San Diego, Califomia Canceling Revised Cal. P.U.C. Sheet No.
APPLICABILITY
SCHEDULE E-CARE
CALIFORNIA AL TERNA TE RA TES FOR ENERGY
35718-E
32576-E
Sheet 1
This schedule provides a California Alternate Rates for Energy (CARE) discount to each of the following types of customers listed below that meet the requirements for CARE eligibility as defined in Rule 1, Definitions, and herein, and is taken 1in conjunction with the customer's otherwise applicable service schedule.
1) Customers residing in a permanent single-family accommodation, separately metered by the Ullllty.
2) Multi-family dwelling units and mobile home parks supplied through one meter on a single premises where the individual unit is submetered.
3) Non-profit group living facilities.
4) Agricultural employee housing facilities.
TERRITORY
Within the entire territory served by the Utility.
DISCOUNT
1) Residential CARE: Qualified residential CARE customers will receive a total effective discount according to the following:
2015 2016 2017 2.018 2019 2020 and
beyond
crrect1ve 40% 39% 38% 38% 36% R 35% Discount
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Pursuant to Commission Decision (D.) 15-07-001, the average effective CARE discount for residential customers will decrease 1% each year until an average effective discount of 35% is reached in 2020.
The average effective CARE discount consists of: (a) exemptions from paying the CARE Surcharge, Department of Water Resources Bond Charge (DWR-BC), Vehlde-Grid Integration (VGI) costs, and California Solar !Initiative (CSI); (b) a 50% minimum bill relative to Non-CARE; (c) the California Wildfire Fund Charge (WF-NBC) and (d) a separate line- T item bill discount for all qualified residential CARE customers with the exclusion of CARE Medical Baseline customers taking service on tiered rates schedules. D.15~07-001 retained the rate subsidies in Non-CARE Medical Baseline tiered rates and thereby a separate line-item discount is provided for these GARE Medical Baseline customers Continued
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Advice ltr. No. 3928-E
Issued by
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Effective Jan 1, 2022
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6.2.5 City of Palo Alto Utilities
Following are the CPAU electricity and natural gas tariffs applied in this study. The CPAU monthly gas rate in $/therm was applied on a monthly basis according to the rates shown in Table 27. These rates are based on applying a normalization curve to the October 2023 tariff based on seven years of historical gas data. The monthly service charge applied was $14.01 per month per the November 2023 G-1 tariff.
Table 27. CPAU Monthly Gas Rate ($/therm)
Month G1 Volumetric
Total Baseline
G1 Volumetric
Total Excess
January $1.83532 $3.35639
February $1.38055 $2.59947
March $1.32506 $2.47695
April $1.29680 $2.44038
May $1.29511 $2.43804
June $1.32034 $2.45406
July $1.35688 $2.61519
August $1.40696 $2.67944
September $1.42130 $2.70301
October $1.42310 $2.48300
November $1.46286 $2.45547
December $1.62415 $2.62128
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. APPLICABILITY:
RESIDENTIAL ELECTRJC SERVICE
UTILITY RATE SCHEDULE E-1
This Rate Schedule applies to separately metered single-family residential dwellings receiving Electric Service from the City of Palo Alto Utilities.
B. TERRJTORY:
This rate schedule applies everywhere the City of Palo Alto provides Electric Service.
C. UNBU DLED RA TES:
Per kilowatt-hour (kWh) Commodity
Tier l usage
Tier 2 usage
Any usage over Tier l
Minimum Bill ($/day)
D. SPECIAL NOTES:
$ 0.09999
0.13873
I. Calculation of Cost Components
Distribution Public Benefits
$ 0.06954 $ 0.00568
0. 10225 0.00568
Total
$ 0.17521
0.24666
0.4181
The actual bill amount is calculated based on the applicable rates in Section C above and adjusted for any applicable discounts, surcharges and/or taxes. On a Customer's bill statement, the bill amount may be broken down into appropriate components as calculated under Section C.
2. Calculation of Usage Tiers
Tier I Electricity usage shall be calculated and billed based upon a level of 11 kWh per day, prorated by Meter reading days of Service. As an example, for a 30-day bill, the Tier I level would be 330 kWh. For further discussion of bill calculation and proration, refer to Rule and Regulation 11.
ClTY OF PALO ALTO UTILITIES
Issued by the City Council
Supersedes Sheet No E-1-1
dated 7-1-2022
OCITYOF
PALO A LTO
UTILITIES
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Firm Service Rates
A. Tim.,..,r-D•;v (S-ll p.m.) R•le
Residential Time-of-Day Service
Rate Schedule R-TOD
•l'rf'.ctiwlt!I ul O'htlle Id J Of'ttlhir•li ul El'kct.lw u at fflntiwn u/ uryl.lOU JJtns· I.JU• .\1a\' 1.2•u J101uar, l.lGlS ~b,d.2015 IHIIMG!MINl5lh Nu•S•nantr Stbun (Octohn-• M:ty)
s,1 lfnl lntraslrvcru.rt fl....ed Clriilrlt prr ""1fl ,A p#!'rlM.tU lltt1rlcii1~1 l.lt- f' O.artt
P.,l$/lH~
Off.Peak SIi H"'
Summer SrbOd (June-• Sep1mftr}
S~'Jltrd lntrascrucru.rt fi.1.-ed('kartt pb' "'°'1tA pn-mnu ll« lril"i.l~ 11'11(t.t Cliara.e
P.,l$/1H~
Mod-l',,ak$/Hll
Off.Peak Sil it•
B. Optional Critical P~'8k Pricing Rate
m.so $24.IS $24.llO W.30
SO.ISO SO.Im S0.16" $0.1678
S0.1120 $0.IISI S0.1183 S0.1215
m.so $24.IS $2 .llO $2S.$0
SO.l-"79 S0.33<,9 S0.3462 $0.JS57
$0.11164 $0.1914 $0.1967 $0.2001
$0.13$0 S0.1387 SO. 14:!S $0.1464
I. The CPP R.ale base prices per time-or-<lay period arc lhe same as lhe prices per time-or-day period for TOD (S--8 p.m. ).
2. The CPP Ra1e prosidcs o discount per kWb on the Mid-Peak and Off-Peak prices during summer months.
3. During CPP EvenlS. customers will be charged for ""''llY used 31 the applicable Li~r-<lay period rate plus the CPP Ralc Event Price per k \l.'h :as :sho"'TI on www .srnud._org.. $26.20
$0.17'..A
$0.1248
$2t,.20
$0.36S5
$0.2077
$0.ISQS
4. During CPP EvenlS. energy exported lo the grid will be compensated al the CPP Rate Event Price per kWh as shown oo www.smud.org..
S. The CPP Rale Event Price and discount will be upda1ed annu.ally al SMUD's discn,1ion and posted on www.smud.org.
C. Plug-In Ell-d ric Vehicle CndH (r• k cafl-gorin RTOl an d RTC I) Thi!i credit is for l"Qidcntia.l customcn. who have a licensed passenger battery electric plug-in or plug-in hybrid dt'Clric ,·chide.
Cred.iL applies lo all clcclricity usage charges from midnight to 6,00 a.m. daily.
Electric Vehicle Credit.. ................ ........................................ -$0.0ISOlkWh Ill. Electricity Usage Surcharges
Refer to the follo\\'Jng rate schedu1es for details on these: surcharges_ A. Hydro Gcnr• tion Adju5fmenl (HCA). Refor to Rate Schedule HGA.
IV. Rate OpUon Menu
A~ E:nt rgy A.ni5htncc Pn~nm R ide. Refer to Rate Schedule EAPR.
B. Medi0tl Equipmt nt Di,count Program. Rder to Rate Schedule MED.
C. J oint Participation in MnliCJiJ Equipment Di~ unt a nd Encr-gy Assi!!itance Pl"o-gr:iim Rate. Refer lo Rate Schedule MED.
SACRAMENTO MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT
Resolution No. 23-09.09 adopted September 21 , 2023
Sheet No. R-TOD-2
Effective: September 22, 2023
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6.2.6 Sacramento Municipal Utilities District (Electric Only) Following are the SMUD electricity tariffs applied in this study. The rates effective January 2023 were used.
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. 11,ne-of-Da~ (5--8 p.m.) Rate (r111e category RT0-2)
1. The TOD (5-8 p.m.) Rate is tbe standard rate for SMUD's res_idential customers. Eligjble customers can elect the fixed .Rate under Rate Schedule Ras an alternative m1e.
2. The TOD (5-8 p.m.) .Rate is an optional rate for cm,tomers who have an e-ligible renewable electrical generation facility under Rate Schedule NEM I that was approved for installation by SMUD prior 10 January I, 2018.
3. This rate has five kilowan-h.ou:r (kWh) prices, depending on rhe rime-of-day and season as shown below. Holidays are de10iled in Section V. Conditions of Service.
Peak Weekdays be1ween 5:00 p.m. and 8,00 p.m.
Summe:r Mid-Pe11J.: Weekdays between noon and midnight ex.cept d'uring lhe {JUl'I E - Sept 30) Pe.ak hours.
Off-Peak All other hours, including weekerids and '1olidays1 .
on-Sommer Peak Weekdays belween 5:00 p.m. and 8,00 p.m. (Ocl l - May JIJ Off-Peak AH other hours, including weekends and holidays1. 1 See Section V. Condi1ion:s of Service
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6.2.7 Fuel Escalation Assumptions
The average annual escalation rates in Table 28 were used in this study. These are based on assumptions from the CPUC 2021 En Banc hearings on utility costs through 2030 (California Public Utilities Commission, 2021a). Escalation rates through the remainder of the 30-year evaluation period are based on the escalation rate assumptions within the 2022 TDV factors. No data was available to estimate electricity escalation rates for CPAU and SMUD, therefore electricity escalation rates for PG&E and statewide natural gas escalation rates were applied. Table 29 presents the average annual escalation rates used in the utility rate escalation sensitivity analysis shown in Section 3.2.4. Rates were applied for the same 30-year period and are based on the escalation rate assumptions within the 2025 LSC factors from 2027 through 2053.28 These rates were developed for electricity use statewide (not utility-specific) and assume steep increases in gas rates in the latter half of the analysis period. Data was not available for the years 2024, 2025, and 2026 and so the CPUC En Banc assumptions were applied for those years using the average rate across the three IOUs for statewide electricity escalation.
Table 28: Real Utility Rate Escalation Rate Assumptions, CPUC En Banc and 2022 TDV Basis
Statewide Natural
Gas Residential
Average Rate
(%/year, real)
Electric Residential Average Rate
(%/year, real)
PG&E SCE SDG&E
2024 4.6% 1.8% 1.6% 2.8%
2025 4.6% 1.8% 1.6% 2.8%
2026 4.6% 1.8% 1.6% 2.8%
2027 4.6% 1.8% 1.6% 2.8%
2028 4.6% 1.8% 1.6% 2.8%
2029 4.6% 1.8% 1.6% 2.8%
2030 4.6% 1.8% 1.6% 2.8%
2031 2.0% 0.6% 0.6% 0.6%
2032 2.4% 0.6% 0.6% 0.6%
2033 2.1% 0.6% 0.6% 0.6%
2034 1.9% 0.6% 0.6% 0.6%
2035 1.9% 0.6% 0.6% 0.6%
2036 1.8% 0.6% 0.6% 0.6%
2037 1.7% 0.6% 0.6% 0.6%
2038 1.6% 0.6% 0.6% 0.6%
2039 2.1% 0.6% 0.6% 0.6%
2040 1.6% 0.6% 0.6% 0.6%
2041 2.2% 0.6% 0.6% 0.6%
2042 2.2% 0.6% 0.6% 0.6%
2043 2.3% 0.6% 0.6% 0.6%
2044 2.4% 0.6% 0.6% 0.6%
2045 2.5% 0.6% 0.6% 0.6%
2046 1.5% 0.6% 0.6% 0.6%
2047 1.3% 0.6% 0.6% 0.6%
2048 1.6% 0.6% 0.6% 0.6%
2049 1.3% 0.6% 0.6% 0.6%
2050 1.5% 0.6% 0.6% 0.6%
2051 1.8% 0.6% 0.6% 0.6%
2052 1.8% 0.6% 0.6% 0.6%
2053 1.8% 0.6% 0.6% 0.6%
28https://www.energy.ca.gov/files/2025-energy-code-hourly-factors. Actual escalation factors were provided by consultants E3.
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Table 29: Real Utility Rate Escalation Rate Assumptions, 2025 LSC Basis Year
Statewide Natural
Gas Residential
Average Rate
(%/year, real)
Statewide
Electricity
Residential
Average Rate
(%/year, real)
2024 4.6% 2.1%
2025 4.6% 2.1%
2026 4.6% 2.1%
2027 4.2% 0.6%
2028 3.2% 1.9%
2029 3.6% 1.6%
2030 6.6% 1.3%
2031 6.7% 1.0%
2032 7.7% 1.2%
2033 8.2% 1.1%
2034 8.2% 1.1%
2035 8.2% 0.9%
2036 8.2% 1.1%
2037 8.2% 1.1%
2038 8.2% 1.0%
2039 8.2% 1.1%
2040 8.2% 1.1%
2041 8.2% 1.1%
2042 8.2% 1.1%
2043 8.2% 1.1%
2044 8.2% 1.1%
2045 8.2% 1.1%
2046 8.2% 1.1%
2047 3.1% 1.1%
2048 -0.5% 1.1%
2049 -0.6% 1.1%
2050 -0.5% 1.1%
2051 -0.6% 1.1%
2052 -0.6% 1.1%
2053 -0.6% 1.1%
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Studies to the 2025
Energy Code:
Existing Single Family
Building Upgrades
Prepared by:
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Prepared for:
Kelly Cunningham, Codes and
Standards Program, Pacific Gas
and Electric
Revision: 1.0
Last modified: 2025/09/18
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Acronym List
B/C – Lifecycle Benefit-to-Cost
Ratio
CASE – Codes and Standards
Enhancement
CFL – Compact Fluorescent
Lamps
CPAU – City of Palo Alto Utilities
CPUC – California Public Utilities
Commission
CZ – California Climate Zone
kWh – Kilowatt Hour
NPV – Net Present Value
PG&E – Pacific Gas and Electric
Company
PV – Photovoltaic
SCE – Southern California
Edison
SDG&E – San Diego Gas and
Electric
SMUD – Sacramento Municipal
Utility District
SoCalGas – Southern California
Gas Company
Therm – Unit for quantity of heat
that equals 100,000 British
thermal units
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Table of Contents
1 Summary ......................................................................................................................2 2 Air Sealing at the Ceiling.............................................................................................4 3 Lighting Measures .....................................................................................................10 4 Water Heating Package..............................................................................................14 5 PV................................................................................................................................15 6 References .................................................................................................................22 List of Tables
Table 1 Summary of Revisions............................................................................................. 1 Table 2. [Pre-1978] Air Sealing at the Ceiling (Std)............................................................... 4 Table 3. [1978-1991] Air Sealing at the Ceiling (Std) ............................................................ 5 Table 4. [1992-2010] Air Sealing at the Ceiling (Std) ............................................................ 6 Table 5. [Pre-1978] Air Sealing at the Ceiling (CARE) .......................................................... 7 Table 6. [1978-1991] Air Sealing at the Ceiling (CARE)........................................................ 8 Table 7. [1991-2010] Air Sealing at the Ceiling (CARE)........................................................ 9 Table 8. [All Vintages] LED Lamp vs. CFL...........................................................................11 Table 9. [All Vintages] Exterior Photosensor........................................................................12 Table 10. [All Vintages] LED and Photosensor ....................................................................13 Table 11. [All Vintages] Water Heating Package..................................................................14 Table 12. [Pre-1978] 3 kW PV without Solar Tax Credit (Std) ..............................................16 Table 13. [1978-1991] 3 kW PV without Solar Tax Credit (Std)...........................................17 Table 14. [1992-2010] 3 kW PV without Solar Tax Credit (Std)............................................18 Table 15. [Pre-1978] 3 kW PV without Solar Tax Credit (CARE)..........................................19 Table 16. [1978-1991] 3 kW PV without Solar Tax Credit (CARE) .......................................20 Table 17. [1992-2010] 3 kW PV without Solar Tax Credit (CARE) .......................................21 List of Figures
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1 Summary
The California Codes and Standards (C&S) Reach Codes program provides technical support to local governments considering adopting a local ordinance (reach code) intended to support meeting local and/or statewide energy efficiency and greenhouse gas reduction goals. The program facilitates adoption and implementation of the code when requested by local jurisdictions by providing resources such as cost-effectiveness studies, model language, sample findings, and other supporting documentation.
In April 2024, the Statewide Reach Codes Team published the 2022 Cost-Effectiveness Study: Existing Single Family Building Upgrades. This study focuses on existing single family buildings (including duplexes and townhomes) identifying cost-effective measures and measure package upgrades in all 16 California climate zones. The study was conducted to complement Part 6 of the California Building Code (the Energy Code) for the 2022 code cycle, effective January 1, 2023. In the 2019 code cycle the 2019 Cost-Effectiveness Study:
Existing Single Family Residential Building Upgrades study included outdoor lighting and a water heater package that was discontinued in the 2022 study but has been brought back in this memo by request from jurisdictions. The studies document the estimated costs, benefits, energy impacts and greenhouse gas emission reductions that may result from implementing an ordinance to help local leadership, residents, and other stakeholders make informed policy decisions.
The Statewide Reach Codes Team reviewed the cost-effectiveness study for impacts of code changes implemented in the 2025 Energy Code. Measures that are now required by code may alter the results presented in the 2022 study. Below is a summary of the changes to the additions and alterations for residential buildings sections of the 2025 Energy Code. • Mandatory wall insulation R-value has been increased from R-13 to R-15. [Section 150.2(a) of the Energy Code]
• Prescriptive window U-factor has decreased from 0.30 to 0.27 in Climate Zones 1-5, 11-14, and 16. [Section 150.2(b)1B of the Energy Code]
The wall insulation measure has been re-evaluated with R-15 instead of R-13. There is generally a slight increase in utility cost savings as expected with the increase in efficiency.
However, there is not a substantial impact on the cost-effectiveness results.
For the prescriptive window U-factor, the original study modeled U-0.28 in all climate zones.
This updated memo drops the U-factor from 0.28 to 0.27 in all climate zones. The SHGC is maintained at 0.23 for climate zone 2, 4, and 6-15 and 0.35 for CZ 1, 3, 5, 16. There is minimal impact on the cost-effectiveness results due to this update. However, there are two instances in the 1978-1991 vintage where cost-effectiveness flips from cost-effective to not cost-effective. Climate zone 4 in PGE territory utilizing standard rates and the modest gas escalation is no longer cost-effective on-bill by the smallest margin. Climate zone 10 in SDGE territory utilizing CARE rates and the modest gas escalation has also become no longer cost-effective on-bill.
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The 2022 study included a whole building air sealing measure defined as a 30% reduction in air leakage. A new measure – air sealing of the ceiling floor, representing a 14% reduction in air leakage – is added in this memo. Further details and cost-effectiveness results are provided in Section 2.
Lighting measures were previously presented in the 2019 Cost-Effectiveness Study: Existing Single Family Residential Building Upgrades study but were not analyzed in the 2022 study.
Updated cost-effectiveness analysis for this measure is presented in Section 3.
The water heating package measure was previously presented in 2019 Cost-Effectiveness Study: Existing Single Family Residential Building Upgrades study. Updated costeffectiveness analysis for this measure is presented in Section 4.
The 3 kW PV measure from the 2022 study is revised here with an updated costeffectiveness analysis that accounts for the elimination of the Federal Solar tax credit December 31, 2025. Additional details and analysis are provided in Section 5.
The 2022 report, model ordinance language and other resources are posted on the C&S Reach Codes Program website at LocalEnergyCodes.com. Local jurisdictions that are considering adopting an ordinance may contact the program for further technical support at [email protected].
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2 Air Sealing at the Ceiling
Unlike full air sealing, which has previously been presented, air sealing of the ceiling floor may be an attractive measure for an attic remodel project. The whole building air sealing measure estimated a 30% reduction in air leakage, while air sealing at the ceiling measure results in a 14% reduction in air leakage.
Table 2 through Table 7 present the cost-effectiveness results for the air sealing at the ceiling plane measure. The estimated incremental cost for air sealing at the ceiling plane is $1,963 which is from the 2022 Residential Additions and Alterations CASE Report (Statewide CASE Team, 2020).
Table 2. [Pre-1978] Air Sealing at the Ceiling (Std)
Climate
Zone
Electric/ Gas
Utility
First
Incremental
Cost
First-year
Utility
Savings
Lifecycle NPV Savings
2025
LSC NPV
On-Bill NPV
Modest Gas
Escalation
On-Bill NPV
High Gas
Escalation
CZ01 PGE $1,963 $33 ($465) ($997) ($432)
CZ02 PGE $1,963 $18 ($1,114) ($1,433) ($1,118)
CZ03 PGE $1,963 $17 ($1,180) ($1,463) ($1,171)
CZ04 PGE $1,963 $25 ($1,081) ($1,290) ($979)
CZ04 CPAU $1,963 $21 ($1,081) ($1,379) ($1,069)
CZ05 PGE $1,963 $16 ($1,230) ($1,500) ($1,235)
CZ05 PGE/SCG $1,963 $14 ($1,230) ($1,555) ($1,325)
CZ06 SCE/SCG $1,963 ($2) ($1,797) ($1,987) ($1,937)
CZ07 SDGE $1,963 ($3) ($1,813) ($2,008) ($1,934)
CZ08 SCE/SCG $1,963 $7 ($1,680) ($1,775) ($1,703)
CZ09 SCE/SCG $1,963 $10 ($1,597) ($1,693) ($1,592)
CZ10 SCE/SCG $1,963 $17 ($1,497) ($1,540) ($1,420)
CZ10 SDGE $1,963 $23 ($1,497) ($1,366) ($1,237)
CZ11 PGE $1,963 $32 ($1,014) ($1,120) ($816)
CZ12 PGE $1,963 $22 ($1,147) ($1,348) ($1,064)
CZ12 SMUD/PGE $1,963 $17 ($1,147) ($1,468) ($1,190)
CZ13 PGE $1,963 $31 ($1,114) ($1,162) ($918)
CZ14 SCE/SCG $1,963 $32 ($897) ($1,130) ($832)
CZ14 SDGE $1,963 $42 ($897) ($845) ($519)
CZ15 SCE/SCG $1,963 $40 ($1,297) ($1,041) ($946)
CZ16 PGE $1,963 $30 ($581) ($1,071) ($551)
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Table 3. [1978-1991] Air Sealing at the Ceiling (Std)
Climate
Zone
Electric/ Gas
Utility
First
Incremental
Cost
First-year
Utility
Savings
Lifecycle NPV Savings
2025
LSC NPV
On-Bill NPV
Modest Gas
Escalation
On-Bill NPV
High Gas
Escalation
CZ01 PGE $1,963 $23 ($931) ($1,292) ($903)
CZ02 PGE $1,963 $13 ($1,364) ($1,570) ($1,341)
CZ03 PGE $1,963 $10 ($1,480) ($1,668) ($1,496)
CZ04 PGE $1,963 $16 ($1,330) ($1,522) ($1,292)
CZ04 CPAU $1,963 $13 ($1,330) ($1,575) ($1,356)
CZ05 PGE $1,963 $11 ($1,447) ($1,649) ($1,466)
CZ05 PGE/SCG $1,963 $10 ($1,447) ($1,684) ($1,522)
CZ06 SCE/SCG $1,963 ($1) ($1,830) ($1,967) ($1,934)
CZ07 SDGE $1,963 ($4) ($1,896) ($2,040) ($1,991)
CZ08 SCE/SCG $1,963 $4 ($1,797) ($1,860) ($1,813)
CZ09 SCE/SCG $1,963 $5 ($1,747) ($1,823) ($1,764)
CZ10 SCE/SCG $1,963 $10 ($1,663) ($1,722) ($1,652)
CZ10 SDGE $1,963 $14 ($1,663) ($1,603) ($1,517)
CZ11 PGE $1,963 $25 ($1,264) ($1,320) ($1,096)
CZ12 PGE $1,963 $16 ($1,380) ($1,520) ($1,314)
CZ12 SMUD/PGE $1,963 $12 ($1,380) ($1,604) ($1,402)
CZ13 PGE $1,963 $23 ($1,364) ($1,373) ($1,199)
CZ14 SCE/SCG $1,963 $22 ($1,230) ($1,397) ($1,182)
CZ14 SDGE $1,963 $28 ($1,230) ($1,212) ($974)
CZ15 SCE/SCG $1,963 $32 ($1,463) ($1,225) ($1,154)
CZ16 PGE $1,963 $21 ($1,014) ($1,357) ($1,001)
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Table 4. [1992-2010] Air Sealing at the Ceiling (Std)
Climate
Zone
Electric/ Gas
Utility
First
Incremental
Cost
First-year
Utility
Savings
Lifecycle NPV Savings
2025
LSC NPV
On-Bill NPV
Modest Gas
Escalation
On-Bill NPV
High Gas
Escalation
CZ01 PGE $1,963 $14 ($1,314) ($1,550) ($1,309)
CZ02 PGE $1,963 $9 ($1,530) ($1,687) ($1,529)
CZ03 PGE $1,963 $7 ($1,613) ($1,744) ($1,618)
CZ04 PGE $1,963 $11 ($1,530) ($1,653) ($1,501)
CZ04 CPAU $1,963 $9 ($1,530) ($1,701) ($1,557)
CZ05 PGE $1,963 $7 ($1,613) ($1,759) ($1,637)
CZ05 PGE/SCG $1,963 $6 ($1,613) ($1,788) ($1,686)
CZ06 SCE/SCG $1,963 $1 ($1,863) ($1,936) ($1,911)
CZ07 SDGE $1,963 $0 ($1,896) ($1,944) ($1,911)
CZ08 SCE/SCG $1,963 $3 ($1,830) ($1,885) ($1,851)
CZ09 SCE/SCG $1,963 $3 ($1,780) ($1,892) ($1,853)
CZ10 SCE/SCG $1,963 $6 ($1,763) ($1,814) ($1,767)
CZ10 SDGE $1,963 $8 ($1,763) ($1,741) ($1,681)
CZ11 PGE $1,963 $14 ($1,530) ($1,581) ($1,437)
CZ12 PGE $1,963 $10 ($1,580) ($1,693) ($1,560)
CZ12 SMUD/PGE $1,963 $8 ($1,580) ($1,737) ($1,606)
CZ13 PGE $1,963 $12 ($1,580) ($1,643) ($1,531)
CZ14 SCE/SCG $1,963 $12 ($1,530) ($1,639) ($1,503)
CZ14 SDGE $1,963 $16 ($1,530) ($1,537) ($1,382)
CZ15 SCE/SCG $1,963 $17 ($1,680) ($1,572) ($1,532)
CZ16 PGE $1,963 $14 ($1,314) ($1,556) ($1,314)
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Table 5. [Pre-1978] Air Sealing at the Ceiling (CARE)
Climate
Zone
Electric/ Gas
Utility
First
Incremental
Cost
First-year
Utility
Savings
Lifecycle NPV Savings
2025
LSC NPV
On-Bill NPV
Modest Gas
Escalation
On-Bill NPV
High Gas
Escalation
CZ01 PGE $1,963 $26 ($465) ($1,212) ($766)
CZ02 PGE $1,963 $14 ($1,114) ($1,550) ($1,302)
CZ03 PGE $1,963 $13 ($1,180) ($1,574) ($1,343)
CZ04 PGE $1,963 $18 ($1,081) ($1,459) ($1,216)
CZ04 CPAU $1,963 $0 ($1,081) ($1,963) ($1,963)
CZ05 PGE $1,963 $12 ($1,230) ($1,604) ($1,395)
CZ05 PGE/SCG $1,963 $11 ($1,230) ($1,648) ($1,467)
CZ06 SCE/SCG $1,963 ($1) ($1,797) ($1,969) ($1,928)
CZ07 SDGE $1,963 ($1) ($1,813) ($1,976) ($1,918)
CZ08 SCE/SCG $1,963 $5 ($1,680) ($1,824) ($1,768)
CZ09 SCE/SCG $1,963 $8 ($1,597) ($1,764) ($1,686)
CZ10 SCE/SCG $1,963 $12 ($1,497) ($1,659) ($1,566)
CZ10 SDGE $1,963 $16 ($1,497) ($1,546) ($1,443)
CZ11 PGE $1,963 $23 ($1,014) ($1,353) ($1,116)
CZ12 PGE $1,963 $17 ($1,147) ($1,503) ($1,279)
CZ12 SMUD/PGE $1,963 $11 ($1,147) ($1,623) ($1,406)
CZ13 PGE $1,963 $22 ($1,114) ($1,394) ($1,205)
CZ14 SCE/SCG $1,963 $23 ($897) ($1,352) ($1,120)
CZ14 SDGE $1,963 $30 ($897) ($1,163) ($905)
CZ15 SCE/SCG $1,963 $27 ($1,297) ($1,334) ($1,266)
CZ16 PGE $1,963 $24 ($581) ($1,270) ($859)
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Table 6. [1978-1991] Air Sealing at the Ceiling (CARE)
Climate
Zone
Electric/ Gas
Utility
First
Incremental
Cost
First-year
Utility
Savings
Lifecycle NPV Savings
2025
LSC NPV
On-Bill NPV
Modest Gas
Escalation
On-Bill NPV
High Gas
Escalation
CZ01 PGE $1,963 $18 ($931) ($1,442) ($1,135)
CZ02 PGE $1,963 $10 ($1,364) ($1,658) ($1,477)
CZ03 PGE $1,963 $8 ($1,480) ($1,734) ($1,598)
CZ04 PGE $1,963 $12 ($1,330) ($1,627) ($1,446)
CZ04 CPAU $1,963 $0 ($1,330) ($1,963) ($1,963)
CZ05 PGE $1,963 $8 ($1,447) ($1,719) ($1,575)
CZ05 PGE/SCG $1,963 $7 ($1,447) ($1,746) ($1,619)
CZ06 SCE/SCG $1,963 ($0) ($1,830) ($1,959) ($1,933)
CZ07 SDGE $1,963 ($2) ($1,896) ($2,003) ($1,964)
CZ08 SCE/SCG $1,963 $3 ($1,797) ($1,886) ($1,848)
CZ09 SCE/SCG $1,963 $4 ($1,747) ($1,859) ($1,813)
CZ10 SCE/SCG $1,963 $7 ($1,663) ($1,790) ($1,736)
CZ10 SDGE $1,963 $10 ($1,663) ($1,710) ($1,641)
CZ11 PGE $1,963 $18 ($1,264) ($1,500) ($1,325)
CZ12 PGE $1,963 $12 ($1,380) ($1,631) ($1,469)
CZ12 SMUD/PGE $1,963 $8 ($1,380) ($1,716) ($1,558)
CZ13 PGE $1,963 $16 ($1,364) ($1,545) ($1,411)
CZ14 SCE/SCG $1,963 $16 ($1,230) ($1,545) ($1,378)
CZ14 SDGE $1,963 $20 ($1,230) ($1,422) ($1,233)
CZ15 SCE/SCG $1,963 $22 ($1,463) ($1,460) ($1,410)
CZ16 PGE $1,963 $16 ($1,014) ($1,491) ($1,211)
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Table 7. [1991-2010] Air Sealing at the Ceiling (CARE)
Climate
Zone
Electric/ Gas
Utility
First
Incremental
Cost
First-year
Utility
Savings
Lifecycle NPV Savings
2025
LSC NPV
On-Bill NPV
Modest Gas
Escalation
On-Bill NPV
High Gas
Escalation
CZ01 PGE $1,963 $11 ($1,314) ($1,642) ($1,452)
CZ02 PGE $1,963 $7 ($1,530) ($1,749) ($1,625)
CZ03 PGE $1,963 $6 ($1,613) ($1,793) ($1,693)
CZ04 PGE $1,963 $8 ($1,530) ($1,729) ($1,609)
CZ04 CPAU $1,963 $0 ($1,530) ($1,963) ($1,963)
CZ05 PGE $1,963 $5 ($1,613) ($1,804) ($1,708)
CZ05 PGE/SCG $1,963 $5 ($1,613) ($1,827) ($1,747)
CZ06 SCE/SCG $1,963 $1 ($1,863) ($1,940) ($1,920)
CZ07 SDGE $1,963 $0 ($1,896) ($1,944) ($1,918)
CZ08 SCE/SCG $1,963 $2 ($1,830) ($1,905) ($1,879)
CZ09 SCE/SCG $1,963 $2 ($1,780) ($1,908) ($1,878)
CZ10 SCE/SCG $1,963 $4 ($1,763) ($1,855) ($1,819)
CZ10 SDGE $1,963 $6 ($1,763) ($1,805) ($1,758)
CZ11 PGE $1,963 $10 ($1,530) ($1,685) ($1,572)
CZ12 PGE $1,963 $7 ($1,580) ($1,759) ($1,654)
CZ12 SMUD/PGE $1,963 $5 ($1,580) ($1,802) ($1,700)
CZ13 PGE $1,963 $9 ($1,580) ($1,732) ($1,644)
CZ14 SCE/SCG $1,963 $9 ($1,530) ($1,722) ($1,615)
CZ14 SDGE $1,963 $11 ($1,530) ($1,652) ($1,529)
CZ15 SCE/SCG $1,963 $12 ($1,680) ($1,696) ($1,667)
CZ16 PGE $1,963 $11 ($1,314) ($1,645) ($1,454)
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3 Lighting Measures
LED lighting and exterior lighting control measures were previously evaluated in the 2019 Cost-Effectiveness Study: Existing Single Family Residential Building Upgrades study.
These measures are not included in the 2022 Cost-Effectiveness Study: Existing Single Family Building Upgrades study, but have been re-evaluated and included in this memo.
The updated analysis follows the same methodology as the 2019 study, but with updated costs for equipment and updated utility rates.
The three measures evaluated are LED lighting, exterior photosensor, and LED lighting plus photosensor. Table 8 through Table 10 show the results for the different lighting measures evaluated. Each measure is explained in more detail below.
LED Lighting: Replace screw-in (A-based for lamps) incandescent lamps and compact fluorescent lamps (CFLs) with light-emitting diode (LED) A-lamps. This analysis was conducted external to the energy model and evaluated replacement of a 13 W CFL lamp with an 9.6 W LED lamp operating 620 hours annually. Annual hour estimates were based on whole building average hours of operation from a 2010 lighting study by KEMA (KEMA, 2010). Lifetime assumptions were 10,000 hours for CFLs and 25,000 hours for LED lamps.
For incremental cost calculations it was assumed CFLs have a lifetime of 15 years, are installed five years prior to the retrofit, and would need to be replaced at year ten and 25.
Exterior Lighting Controls/Photosensor: Evaluation of exterior lighting controls was completed on a per-luminaire basis external to the energy model and assumes a screw-in photosensor control is installed in outdoor lighting luminaires. Energy savings of 12.1 kWh per year was applied based on analysis done by the Consortium for Energy Efficiency, assuming LED lamps, 2.6 hours per day of operation, and that photosensor controls reduce operating hours on average 20 percent each day (CEE, 2014). Energy savings will be higher for incandescent or CFL luminaires.
Exterior Lighting Controls/Photosensor+LED: An additional evaluation was completed for exterior lighting controls on a per-luminaire basis external to the energy model and assumes a screw-in photosensor control is installed in outdoor lighting luminaires and incandescent lamps CFLs are replaced with light-emitting diode (LED) A-lamps. Energy savings of 14.3 kWh per year was applied based on the sum of the LED lighting and Exterior Lighting Controls with Photosensor kWh energy savings.
For the measures including a LED, a cost of $3.49 for LED dimmable A19 lamp 60 W equivalent is used. A cost of $1.74 is used for an equivalent CFL product which was used to estimate total replacement costs at years 10 and 25. Costs are based on a single LED lamp replacement. For the photosensor, an incremental cost of $12.62, based on a screw-in photosensor control, was obtained from an on-line product search of available products. A five-year lifetime for this type of control was assumed. 533 of 662
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Table 8. [All Vintages] LED Lamp vs. CFL
Climate
Zone
Electric/ Gas
Utility
Measure
Cost
Electricity
Savings
First Year
Utility
Cost
Savings
Customer On-Bill
Modest Gas Escalation
Customer On-Bill
High Gas Escalation
B/C Ratio NPV B/C Ratio NPV
CZ01 PGE $1.75 2.2 $0.77 10.05 $15.82 10.58 $16.74
CZ02 PGE $1.75 2.2 $0.86 11.26 $17.94 11.85 $18.98
CZ03 PGE $1.75 2.2 $0.78 10.14 $15.99 10.68 $16.92
CZ04 PGE $1.75 2.2 $0.80 10.39 $16.42 10.94 $17.38
CZ04 CPAU $1.75 2.2 $0.41 5.32 $7.56 5.60 $8.05
CZ05 PGE $1.75 2.2 $0.78 10.14 $15.99 10.67 $16.92
CZ05 PGE/SCG $1.75 2.2 $0.78 10.14 $15.99 10.67 $16.92
CZ06 SCE/SCG $1.75 2.2 $0.66 8.44 $13.01 8.99 $13.97
CZ07 SDGE $1.75 2.2 $0.95 13.15 $21.24 13.03 $21.04
CZ08 SCE/SCG $1.75 2.2 $0.74 9.51 $14.89 10.14 $15.98
CZ09 SCE/SCG $1.75 2.2 $0.71 9.17 $14.29 9.77 $15.33
CZ10 SCE/SCG $1.75 2.2 $0.73 9.38 $14.65 9.99 $15.72
CZ10 SDGE $1.75 2.2 $1.07 14.86 $24.24 14.74 $24.02
CZ11 PGE $1.75 2.2 $0.85 11.05 $17.57 11.63 $18.59
CZ12 PGE $1.75 2.2 $0.79 10.32 $16.29 10.86 $17.24
CZ12 SMUD/PGE $1.75 2.2 $0.47 6.08 $8.88 6.40 $9.44
CZ13 PGE $1.75 2.2 $0.86 11.27 $17.96 11.86 $19.00
CZ14 SCE/SCG $1.75 2.2 $0.74 9.58 $15.00 10.21 $16.10
CZ14 SDGE $1.75 2.2 $1.06 14.68 $23.93 14.56 $23.71
CZ15 SCE/SCG $1.75 2.2 $0.78 10.01 $15.75 10.66 $16.90
CZ16 PGE $1.75 2.2 $0.77 9.98 $15.71 10.51 $16.62
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Table 9. [All Vintages] Exterior Photosensor
Climate
Zone
Electric/ Gas
Utility
Measure
Cost
Electricity
Savings
First Year
Utility
Cost
Savings
Customer On-Bill
Modest Gas Escalation
Customer On-Bill
High Gas Escalation
B/C Ratio NPV B/C
Ratio NPV
CZ01 PGE $54.03 12.1 $4.16 1.75 $40.75 1.85 $45.74
CZ02 PGE $54.03 12.1 $4.16 1.75 $40.75 1.85 $45.74
CZ03 PGE $54.03 12.1 $4.16 1.75 $40.75 1.85 $45.74
CZ04 PGE $54.03 12.1 $4.16 1.75 $40.75 1.85 $45.74
CZ04 CPAU $54.03 12.1 $2.12 0.89 ($5.69) 0.94 ($3.15)
CZ05 PGE $54.03 12.1 $4.16 1.75 $40.75 1.85 $45.74
CZ05 PGE/SCG $54.03 12.1 $4.16 1.75 $40.75 1.85 $45.74
CZ06 SCE/SCG $54.03 12.1 $3.48 1.45 $24.36 1.55 $29.48
CZ07 SDGE $54.03 12.1 $5.07 2.27 $68.58 2.25 $67.53
CZ08 SCE/SCG $54.03 12.1 $3.48 1.45 $24.36 1.55 $29.48
CZ09 SCE/SCG $54.03 12.1 $3.48 1.45 $24.36 1.55 $29.48
CZ10 SCE/SCG $54.03 12.1 $3.48 1.45 $24.36 1.55 $29.48
CZ10 SDGE $54.03 12.1 $5.07 2.27 $68.58 2.25 $67.53
CZ11 PGE $54.03 12.1 $4.16 1.75 $40.75 1.85 $45.74
CZ12 PGE $54.03 12.1 $4.16 1.75 $40.75 1.85 $45.74
CZ12 SMUD/PGE $54.03 12.1 $1.46 0.62 ($20.73) 0.65 ($18.98) CZ13 PGE $54.03 12.1 $4.16 1.75 $40.75 1.85 $45.74
CZ14 SCE/SCG $54.03 12.1 $3.48 1.45 $24.36 1.55 $29.48
CZ14 SDGE $54.03 12.1 $5.07 2.27 $68.58 2.25 $67.53
CZ15 SCE/SCG $54.03 12.1 $3.48 1.45 $24.36 1.55 $29.48
CZ16 PGE $54.03 12.1 $4.16 1.75 $40.75 1.85 $45.74
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Table 10. [All Vintages] LED and Photosensor
Climate
Zone
Electric/ Gas
Utility
Measure
Cost
Electricity
Savings
First Year
Utility Cost
Savings
Customer On-Bill
Modest Gas Escalation
Customer On-Bill High
Gas Escalation
B/C Ratio NPV B/C Ratio NPV
CZ01 PGE $55.77 14.3 $4.93 2.01 $56.57 2.12 $62.48
CZ02 PGE $55.77 14.3 $5.02 2.05 $58.70 2.16 $64.72
CZ03 PGE $55.77 14.3 $4.94 2.02 $56.74 2.12 $62.66
CZ04 PGE $55.77 14.3 $4.95 2.03 $57.17 2.13 $63.12
CZ04 CPAU $55.77 14.3 $2.53 1.03 $1.87 1.09 $4.90
CZ05 PGE $55.77 14.3 $4.94 2.02 $56.74 2.12 $62.66
CZ05 PGE/SCG $55.77 14.3 $4.94 2.02 $56.74 2.12 $62.66
CZ06 SCE/SCG $55.77 14.3 $4.13 1.67 $37.37 1.78 $43.45
CZ07 SDGE $55.77 14.3 $6.02 2.61 $89.82 2.59 $88.57
CZ08 SCE/SCG $55.77 14.3 $4.22 1.70 $39.25 1.82 $45.46
CZ09 SCE/SCG $55.77 14.3 $4.19 1.69 $38.65 1.80 $44.82
CZ10 SCE/SCG $55.77 14.3 $4.21 1.70 $39.01 1.81 $45.20
CZ10 SDGE $55.77 14.3 $6.14 2.66 $92.82 2.64 $91.55
CZ11 PGE $55.77 14.3 $5.00 2.05 $58.33 2.15 $64.33
CZ12 PGE $55.77 14.3 $4.95 2.02 $57.05 2.13 $62.98
CZ12 SMUD/PGE $55.77 14.3 $1.93 0.79 ($11.85) 0.83 ($9.54) CZ13 PGE $55.77 14.3 $5.02 2.05 $58.71 2.16 $64.73
CZ14 SCE/SCG $55.77 14.3 $4.22 1.71 $39.37 1.82 $45.58
CZ14 SDGE $55.77 14.3 $6.13 2.66 $92.51 2.64 $91.24
CZ15 SCE/SCG $55.77 14.3 $4.26 1.72 $40.12 1.83 $46.38
CZ16 PGE $55.77 14.3 $4.92 2.01 $56.46 2.12 $62.36
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4 Water Heating Package
This package includes the following:
• R-6 water heater blanket
• R-3 hot water pipe insulation
• Low flow fixtures: two low flow showerheads and three sink aerators.
This analysis assumes the homeowner installs these measures themselves and therefore no labor costs. Costs are based on Home Depot prices from August of 2025. The water heater package is evaluated over a 15-year analysis period and assumes the modest gas escalation rate.
Table 11. [All Vintages] Water Heating Package
Climate
Zone
Electric/ Gas
Utility
Measure
Cost
Gas
Savings
(therms)
Customer On-Bill
First Year Utility
Cost Savings B/C Ratio NPV
CZ01 PGE $125.68 14.69 $31.11 3.96 $371.76
CZ02 PGE $125.68 15.60 $35.20 4.48 $437.15
CZ03 PGE $125.68 15.70 $31.43 4.00 $376.88
CZ04 PGE $125.68 16.05 $32.62 4.15 $395.78
CZ04 CPAU $125.68 16.05 $31.99 4.07 $385.77
CZ05 PGE $125.68 15.83 $31.37 3.99 $375.88
CZ05 PGE/SCG $125.68 15.83 $28.29 3.60 $326.59
CZ06 SCE/SCG $125.68 16.67 $29.18 3.71 $340.84
CZ07 SDGE $125.68 16.75 $37.25 4.74 $469.81
CZ08 SCE/SCG $125.68 16.78 $29.36 3.74 $343.80
CZ09 SCE/SCG $125.68 16.66 $29.27 3.72 $342.34
CZ10 SCE/SCG $125.68 16.58 $28.99 3.69 $337.73
CZ10 SDGE $125.68 16.58 $37.77 4.80 $478.19
CZ11 PGE $125.68 15.87 $32.96 4.19 $401.32
CZ12 PGE $125.68 15.90 $32.85 4.18 $399.47
CZ12 SMUD/PGE $125.68 15.90 $32.85 4.18 $399.47
CZ13 PGE $125.68 16.32 $33.00 4.20 $401.93
CZ14 SCE/SCG $125.68 16.11 $29.79 3.79 $350.57
CZ14 SDGE $125.68 16.11 $39.23 4.99 $501.49
CZ15 SCE/SCG $125.68 17.40 $30.16 3.84 $356.50
CZ16 PGE $125.68 15.14 $31.75 4.04 $381.87
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5 PV
The results for 3 kW PV have been updated from the 2022 study to remove the federal solar tax credit from the cost-effectiveness calculations. The removal of the solar tax credit has a substantial impact on many climate zones across all vintages and will impact the FlexPath.
The following describes the impacts and changes to cost-effectiveness from the 2022 study.
These observations are utilizing standard rates. Previously, with the solar tax credit, the 3 kW PV measure in the pre-1978 vintage was on-bill cost effective in all climate zones using both the modest and high gas escalation rates. However, with the credit removed, Climate Zones 1-3, 5, 6, and 12 are no longer cost effective on-bill for both the modest and high gas escalations.
Previously for the 1978-1991 vintage the only cases that were not on-bill cost effective were climate zones 2 and 6 utilizing the modest gas escalation. Now, with the credit removed, many more climate zones are no longer cost effective. Using the modest gas escalation, climate zones 1-3, 5, 6, 12, and 16 are not cost effective on-bill. Using the high gas escalation, climate zones 1-3, 5, 6, and 12 (SMUD) are not cost effective on-bill.
Previously for the 1992-2010 vintage the following cases were not cost effective on-bill:
climate zones 1-3, 5, and 6 utilizing the modest gas escalation and climate zone 6 using the high gas escalation. With the credit removed an increased number of climate zones are no longer cost effective. Using the modest gas escalation, climate zones 1-3, 4 (PGE) 5-9, 10 (SCE/SCG),12, and 16 are not cost effective on-bill. Using the high gas escalation, climate zones 1-3, 4 (PGE), 5-7, 9, 12, and 16 are not cost effective on-bill.
The cost-effectiveness results are presented in Table 12 through Table 1717. 538 of 662
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Table 12. [Pre-1978] 3 kW PV without Solar Tax Credit (Std) Climate
Zone
Electric/ Gas
Utility
First
Incremental
Cost
On-Bill Savings
On-Bill B/C
Modest Gas
Escalation
On-Bill NPV
Modest Gas
Escalation
On-Bill B/C
High Gas
Escalation
On-Bill NPV
High Gas
Escalation
CZ01 PGE $13,726 0.80 ($3,074) 0.85 ($2,410)
CZ02 PGE $13,726 0.80 ($3,072) 0.85 ($2,409)
CZ03 PGE $13,726 0.77 ($3,567) 0.81 ($2,930)
CZ04 PGE $13,726 1.11 $1,652 1.16 $2,564
CZ04 CPAU $13,726 1.38 $5,983 1.45 $7,123
CZ05 PGE $13,726 0.78 ($3,431) 0.82 ($2,786)
CZ05 PGE/SCG $13,726 0.78 ($3,431) 0.82 ($2,786)
CZ06 SCE/SCG $13,726 0.87 ($2,118) 0.92 ($1,231)
CZ07 SDGE $13,726 1.31 $4,886 1.30 $4,711
CZ08 SCE/SCG $13,726 1.30 $4,655 1.38 $5,984
CZ09 SCE/SCG $13,726 1.18 $2,821 1.26 $4,030
CZ10 SCE/SCG $13,726 1.29 $4,622 1.38 $5,948
CZ10 SDGE $13,726 1.99 $15,550 1.97 $15,284
CZ11 PGE $13,726 1.55 $8,684 1.64 $9,967
CZ12 PGE $13,726 1.07 $1,117 1.13 $2,002
CZ12 SMUD/PGE $13,726 0.93 ($1,109) 0.98 ($342)
CZ13 PGE $13,726 1.80 $12,597 1.90 $14,085
CZ14 SCE/SCG $13,726 1.58 $9,098 1.68 $10,717
CZ14 SDGE $13,726 2.15 $17,983 2.13 $17,695
CZ15 SCE/SCG $13,726 2.24 $19,477 2.39 $21,774
CZ16 PGE $13,726 1.04 $579 1.09 $1,435
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Table 13. [1978-1991] 3 kW PV without Solar Tax Credit (Std) Climate
Zone
Electric/ Gas
Utility
First
Incremental
Cost
On-Bill Savings
On-Bill B/C
Modest Gas
Escalation
On-Bill NPV
Modest Gas
Escalation
On-Bill B/C
High Gas
Escalation
On-Bill NPV
High Gas
Escalation
CZ01 PGE $13,726 0.77 ($3,570) 0.81 ($2,932)
CZ02 PGE $13,726 0.71 ($4,549) 0.75 ($3,963)
CZ03 PGE $13,726 0.74 ($4,106) 0.78 ($3,497)
CZ04 PGE $13,726 1.00 $7 1.05 $833
CZ04 CPAU $13,726 1.35 $5,517 1.42 $6,633
CZ05 PGE $13,726 0.75 ($3,985) 0.79 ($3,369)
CZ05 PGE/SCG $13,726 0.75 ($3,985) 0.79 ($3,369)
CZ06 SCE/SCG $13,726 0.73 ($4,249) 0.78 ($3,501)
CZ07 SDGE $13,726 1.17 $2,623 1.16 $2,466
CZ08 SCE/SCG $13,726 1.20 $3,086 1.27 $4,313
CZ09 SCE/SCG $13,726 1.09 $1,487 1.17 $2,609
CZ10 SCE/SCG $13,726 1.18 $2,884 1.26 $4,097
CZ10 SDGE $13,726 1.85 $13,356 1.84 $13,108
CZ11 PGE $13,726 1.41 $6,420 1.48 $7,583
CZ12 PGE $13,726 0.97 ($512) 1.02 $287
CZ12 SMUD/PGE $13,726 0.93 ($1,109) 0.98 ($342)
CZ13 PGE $13,726 1.63 $9,953 1.72 $11,302
CZ14 SCE/SCG $13,726 1.42 $6,655 1.52 $8,115
CZ14 SDGE $13,726 2.00 $15,653 1.98 $15,386
CZ15 SCE/SCG $13,726 1.94 $14,686 2.06 $16,670
CZ16 PGE $13,726 0.95 ($737) 1.00 $49
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Table 14. [1992-2010] 3 kW PV without Solar Tax Credit (Std) Climate
Zone
Electric/ Gas
Utility
First
Incremental
Cost
On-Bill Savings
On-Bill B/C
Modest Gas
Escalation
On-Bill NPV
Modest Gas
Escalation
On-Bill B/C
High Gas
Escalation
On-Bill NPV
High Gas
Escalation
CZ01 PGE $13,726 0.71 ($4,475) 0.75 ($3,885)
CZ02 PGE $13,726 0.73 ($4,198) 0.77 ($3,593)
CZ03 PGE $13,726 0.72 ($4,411) 0.76 ($3,817)
CZ04 PGE $13,726 0.80 ($3,121) 0.84 ($2,459)
CZ04 CPAU $13,726 1.16 $2,477 1.22 $3,433
CZ05 PGE $13,726 0.73 ($4,299) 0.76 ($3,700)
CZ05 PGE/SCG $13,726 0.73 ($4,299) 0.76 ($3,700)
CZ06 SCE/SCG $13,726 0.61 ($6,143) 0.65 ($5,520)
CZ07 SDGE $13,726 0.94 ($931) 0.93 ($1,057)
CZ08 SCE/SCG $13,726 0.98 ($242) 1.05 $767
CZ09 SCE/SCG $13,726 0.88 ($1,890) 0.94 ($988)
CZ10 SCE/SCG $13,726 0.96 ($676) 1.02 $305
CZ10 SDGE $13,726 1.51 $8,054 1.50 $7,852
CZ11 PGE $13,726 1.10 $1,569 1.16 $2,477
CZ12 PGE $13,726 0.80 ($3,169) 0.84 ($2,510)
CZ12 SMUD/PGE $13,726 0.93 ($1,109) 0.98 ($342)
CZ13 PGE $13,726 1.27 $4,170 1.33 $5,215
CZ14 SCE/SCG $13,726 1.15 $2,295 1.22 $3,470
CZ14 SDGE $13,726 1.66 $10,386 1.65 $10,164
CZ15 SCE/SCG $13,726 1.37 $5,788 1.46 $7,191
CZ16 PGE $13,726 0.81 ($3,006) 0.85 ($2,338)
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Table 15. [Pre-1978] 3 kW PV without Solar Tax Credit (CARE) Climate
Zone
Electric/ Gas
Utility
First
Incremental
Cost
On-Bill Savings
On-Bill B/C
Modest Gas
Escalation
On-Bill NPV
Modest Gas
Escalation
On-Bill B/C
High Gas
Escalation
On-Bill NPV
High Gas
Escalation
CZ01 PGE $13,726 0.62 ($6,030) 0.65 ($5,522)
CZ02 PGE $13,726 0.64 ($5,707) 0.67 ($5,182)
CZ03 PGE $13,726 0.60 ($6,344) 0.63 ($5,853)
CZ04 PGE $13,726 0.83 ($2,725) 0.87 ($2,042)
CZ05 PGE $13,726 0.60 ($6,266) 0.63 ($5,771)
CZ05 PGE/SCG $13,726 0.60 ($6,266) 0.63 ($5,771)
CZ06 SCE/SCG $13,726 0.71 ($4,578) 0.75 ($3,852)
CZ07 SDGE $13,726 0.71 ($4,508) 0.71 ($4,604)
CZ08 SCE/SCG $13,726 0.97 ($483) 1.03 $510
CZ09 SCE/SCG $13,726 0.90 ($1,530) 0.96 ($605)
CZ10 SCE/SCG $13,726 0.97 ($465) 1.03 $530
CZ10 SDGE $13,726 1.19 $3,032 1.18 $2,872
CZ11 PGE $13,726 1.07 $1,150 1.13 $2,036
CZ12 PGE $13,726 0.79 ($3,324) 0.83 ($2,673)
CZ13 PGE $13,726 1.23 $3,587 1.29 $4,601
CZ14 SCE/SCG $13,726 1.17 $2,662 1.25 $3,861
CZ14 SDGE $13,726 1.28 $4,436 1.27 $4,264
CZ15 SCE/SCG $13,726 1.57 $8,962 1.67 $10,572
CZ16 PGE $13,726 0.79 ($3,342) 0.83 ($2,692)
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Table 16. [1978-1991] 3 kW PV without Solar Tax Credit (CARE) Climate
Zone
Electric/ Gas
Utility
First
Incremental
Cost
On-Bill Savings
On-Bill B/C
Modest Gas
Escalation
On-Bill NPV
Modest Gas
Escalation
On-Bill B/C
High Gas
Escalation
On-Bill NPV
High Gas
Escalation
CZ01 PGE $13,726 0.60 ($6,343) 0.63 ($5,851)
CZ02 PGE $13,726 0.56 ($6,845) 0.59 ($6,380)
CZ03 PGE $13,726 0.57 ($6,757) 0.60 ($6,287)
CZ04 PGE $13,726 0.76 ($3,715) 0.80 ($3,085)
CZ05 PGE $13,726 0.57 ($6,686) 0.60 ($6,213)
CZ05 PGE/SCG $13,726 0.57 ($6,686) 0.60 ($6,213)
CZ06 SCE/SCG $13,726 0.61 ($6,195) 0.64 ($5,575)
CZ07 SDGE $13,726 0.62 ($6,004) 0.61 ($6,087)
CZ08 SCE/SCG $13,726 0.91 ($1,483) 0.96 ($555)
CZ09 SCE/SCG $13,726 0.85 ($2,368) 0.90 ($1,497)
CZ10 SCE/SCG $13,726 0.90 ($1,597) 0.96 ($676)
CZ10 SDGE $13,726 1.10 $1,560 1.09 $1,413
CZ11 PGE $13,726 0.98 ($295) 1.03 $515
CZ12 PGE $13,726 0.72 ($4,320) 0.76 ($3,722)
CZ13 PGE $13,726 1.12 $1,893 1.18 $2,818
CZ14 SCE/SCG $13,726 1.07 $1,051 1.14 $2,144
CZ14 SDGE $13,726 1.18 $2,878 1.17 $2,719
CZ15 SCE/SCG $13,726 1.37 $5,735 1.45 $7,135
CZ16 PGE $13,726 0.74 ($4,126) 0.78 ($3,517)
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Table 17. [1992-2010] 3 kW PV without Solar Tax Credit (CARE) Climate
Zone
Electric/ Gas
Utility
First
Incremental
Cost
On-Bill Savings
On-Bill B/C
Modest Gas
Escalation
On-Bill NPV
Modest Gas
Escalation
On-Bill B/C
High Gas
Escalation
On-Bill NPV
High Gas
Escalation
CZ01 PGE $13,726 0.56 ($6,963) 0.59 ($6,504)
CZ02 PGE $13,726 0.26 ($11,640) 0.20 ($12,611)
CZ03 PGE $13,726 0.55 ($6,997) 0.58 ($6,540)
CZ04 PGE $13,726 0.62 ($5,900) 0.66 ($5,385)
CZ05 PGE $13,726 0.56 ($6,932) 0.59 ($6,471)
CZ05 PGE/SCG $13,726 0.56 ($6,932) 0.59 ($6,471)
CZ06 SCE/SCG $13,726 0.51 ($7,652) 0.55 ($7,127)
CZ07 SDGE $13,726 0.48 ($8,115) 0.48 ($8,180)
CZ08 SCE/SCG $13,726 0.78 ($3,430) 0.83 ($2,629)
CZ09 SCE/SCG $13,726 0.72 ($4,462) 0.76 ($3,728)
CZ10 SCE/SCG $13,726 0.76 ($3,748) 0.81 ($2,968)
CZ10 SDGE $13,726 0.86 ($2,225) 0.85 ($2,340)
CZ11 PGE $13,726 0.79 ($3,259) 0.83 ($2,605)
CZ12 PGE $13,726 0.63 ($5,876) 0.66 ($5,359)
CZ13 PGE $13,726 0.89 ($1,678) 0.94 ($941)
CZ14 SCE/SCG $13,726 0.89 ($1,676) 0.95 ($761)
CZ14 SDGE $13,726 0.95 ($838) 0.94 ($964)
CZ15 SCE/SCG $13,726 0.99 ($142) 1.06 $873
CZ16 PGE $13,726 0.63 ($5,850) 0.66 ($5,333)
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From: Martin McTaggart
To: Andrea Chow
Cc: Christina Horrisberger; Alex Khojikian
Subject: FW: Electrification reach codes
Date: Friday, February 13, 2026 8:04:16 AM
Good morning, Andrea,
Kindly include the below email as public comment received for this item on 3/2.
Best wishes,
Martin
-----Original Message-----
From: Kevin Hearle
Sent: Friday, February 13, 2026 1:46 AM
To: City Council (San Mateo) <[email protected]> Subject: Electrification reach codes
As residents of San Mateo for 30 years, and San Mateo homeowners for 25 years, my wife and I have through the years replaced our gas appliances with electric appliances until last year we had PG&E completely disconnect our natural gas line. We did this both because we know that climate change is real and generated by human actions (and thus at least in part our responsibility and yours), and because a home heated and cooled by electricity, with electrically heated water, and with food prepared on and in an electric powered range is safer and provide us with better air quality than did the natural gas heated house we had bought.
We encourage the City Council of San Mateo to improve the lives of your fellow San Mateans by passing reach codes which will over time make for an environmentally sustainable San Mateo for the future.
Sincerely,
Kevin Hearle, Ph.D.
Sent from my iPhone
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From: Martin McTaggart
To: Andrea Chow
Cc: Christina Horrisberger; Alex Khojikian
Subject: FW: Reduce gas emissions from existing buildings.
Date: Friday, February 13, 2026 10:00:10 AM
-----Original Message-----
From: Ricki McGlashan
Sent: Thursday, February 12, 2026 1:55 PM
To: City Council (San Mateo) <[email protected]> Subject: Reduce gas emissions from existing buildings.
I am proud to live in San Mateo and proud of all the steps our council has taken over the years to tighten the rules about reducing greenhouse gas emissions. I’m very pleased that you are taking further steps. Don’t quit now. With climate change upon us, now is the time to redouble efforts, not give up the fight. We in our home have gone all electric, and I sleep better at night knowing we are doing something to help.
PLEASE PASS THE ELECTRIFICATION ORDINANCE.
Ricki and Doug McGlashan
SM
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From: Martin McTaggart
Sent: Tuesday, February 17, 2026 11:25 AM
To: Andrea Chow
Cc: Christina Horrisberger
Subject: FW: writing regarding March 2, 2026, council meeting From: Lynda Paffrath
Sent: Friday, February 13, 2026 12:38 PM
To: City Council (San Mateo) <[email protected]> Subject: writing regarding March 2, 2026, council meeting Dear City Council Members,
I am writing regarding the upcoming City Council meeting on March 2, 2026, where a building electrification ordinance is scheduled to be considered. I support the adoption of the proposed ordinance as outlined below.
Cooling upgrades - residential: I support adopting an ordinance that requires cooling upgrades, or specific options, for residential properties (single-family houses, duplexes, and townhomes) when an air conditioning unit is replaced or installed. This will help reduce overall energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions.
Cooling upgrades, non-residential: I support adopting an ordinance that mandates cooling upgrades for non-residential properties up to 20 tons.
Renovation of 1,000 square feet or more of residential space, with a score of 12 on the City’s building permit worksheet: I support adopting the new ordinance and request that the effectiveness of this requirement be reviewed after one year.
Electric Readiness: I support adopting electric readiness standards because they will help reduce greenhouse gases and prepare us for the Air District NOx standards. They will also ensure residents are prepared if gas prices increase, as expected.
Thank you for your ongoing climate leadership and thoughtful attention to this important issue.
Sincerely,
Lynda Paffrath
San Mateo Resident for 50 years
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From: Martin McTaggart
Sent: Tuesday, February 17, 2026 11:25 AM
To: Andrea Chow
Cc: Christina Horrisberger
Subject: FW: please support strong reach codes for existing buildings From: Mike Swire
Sent: Friday, February 13, 2026 12:37 PM
To: City Council (San Mateo) <[email protected]> Cc: Robert Whitehair ; Michelle Hudson
Subject: please support strong reach codes for existing buildings Dear City Council,
Thank you for your work in making the City of SM more sustainable. In that vein, I ask that you please consider and approve strong reach codes for existing buildings. I support all proposals put forward by Robert Whitehair, Michelle Hudson, San Mateo Climate Action team, and the other environmental groups that are promoting strong reach codes.
Thank you,
Mike Swire
San Mateo resident
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From: Martin McTaggart
Sent: Tuesday, February 17, 2026 11:21 AM
To: Andrea Chow
Cc: Christina Horrisberger
Subject: FW: 2-Mar City Council meeting
From: Gary Trott 2
Sent: Monday, February 16, 2026 11:19 AM
To: City Council (San Mateo) <[email protected]> Cc: 'Gary Trott 2'
Subject: 2-Mar City Council meeting
Dear San Mateo City Council
On Monday, 2-March 2026, the San Mateo City Council will be considering several building code opƟons to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from exisƟng buildings.
I am a San Mateo resident who is deeply concerned about the climate crisis, and I urge the City to conƟnue strong acƟon to combat the climate crisis at the local level.
Thus, I am writing you regarding the upcoming City Council meeting of March 2, 2026, at which a building electrification ordinance is scheduled to be considered. I support adoption of the proposed ordinance as described below.
Cooling upgrades - residenƟal: I support adopƟon of an ordinance that requires cooling upgrades, or certain opƟons, for residenƟal properƟes (single family houses, duplexes, and townhomes) at the Ɵme an air condiƟoning unit is being replaced or added. This will reduce overall energy use and greenhouse gas emissions.
Cooling upgrades, non-residenƟal: I support adopƟon of an ordinance that requires cooling upgrades for non-residenƟal properƟes up to 20 tons.
RenovaƟon of 1,000 square feet or more of residenƟal space, with a score of 12 on the City’s building permit worksheet: I support adopƟon of the new Ordinance and request that the effecƟveness of this requirement be revisited in one year.
Electric Readiness: I support adopƟon of electric readiness standards because they will lead to greenhouse gas reducƟons and prepare us for the Air District NOx standards. They will also allow our residents to be prepared, should gas prices increase, as is expected.
Thank you for your conƟnued climate leadership, and thoughƞul aƩenƟon to this important issue.
Sincerely,
Dr. Gary Trott
San Mateo Resident
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From: Martin McTaggart
Sent: Tuesday, February 17, 2026 11:25 AM
To: Andrea Chow
Cc: Christina Horrisberger
Subject: FW: electrification ordinance
From: PETER PAFFRATH
Sent: Friday, February 13, 2026 12:27 PM
To: City Council (San Mateo) <[email protected]> Subject: electrification ordinance
Dear City Council Members,
I am writing about the upcoming City Council meeting on March 2, 2026, where a building electrification ordinance is scheduled for review. I support adopting the proposed ordinance as detailed below.
Cooling upgrades - residential: I support passing an ordinance requiring that residential Properties, such as single-family houses, duplexes, and townhomes, incorporate energy-efficient air conditioning units when replacing or installing. This helps reduce overall energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions. For non-residential buildings, I support adopting an ordinance that requires cooling upgrades for properties up to 20 tons.
Renovation of 1,000 square feet or more of residential space, with a score of 12 on the City’s building permit worksheet: I support adopting the new ordinance and request that the effectiveness of this requirement be reviewed after one year.
Electric Readiness: I support adopting electric readiness standards because they will help reduce greenhouse gases and prepare us for the Air District NOx standards. They will also ensure residents are prepared if gas prices increase, as expected.
Thank you for your ongoing climate leadership and thoughtful attention to this important issue.
Sincerely,
Pete Paffrath
San Mateo Resident for 50 years
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From: Martin McTaggart
Sent: Tuesday, February 17, 2026 11:23 AM
To: Andrea Chow
Cc: Christina Horrisberger
Subject: FW: Message to all members of the San Mateo City Council Attachments: Message to City Council of San Mateo .doc
From: Rick Moody
Sent: Saturday, February 14, 2026 4:51 PM
To: City Council (San Mateo) <[email protected]> Subject: Message to all members of the San Mateo City Council Message to City Council of San Mateo Feb. 13, 2026
This is Harry (Rick) Moody writing to the San Mateo City Council. San Mateo is the place I live and I’m really worried about the climate situation. I’m now 81 years old and last year I published a book, CLIMATE CHANGE IN AN AGING SOCIETY (Routledge, 2025). You can quickly see why I’m so concerned about the place where I live.
I know you’re going to be meeting on Mar. 2, and I have heard that you’re going to look at building electrification. I’m not expert on this subject, but I do live in a condo building, and I want you to push for an ordinance to protect our community. That includes me at 10 Scenic Way, right near Piazza’s Supermarket), which is where our condo is located.
I don’t know all the costs and the technology, but I am in favor an ordinance that would enforce cooling upgrades. You’ll have make some variations depending on whether we’re dealing with single family houses or places like the condo where my wife and I live. We don’t have air conditioning ourselves—we don’t need it. But other people, even in our building, do need it, so you’ll have to deal with the challenge of air conditioning when it’s replaced. When I wrote my book on climate and aging I learned a lot about air conditioning related to greenhouse gas emissions. It’s a tremendous problem and could get much worse, even in a place like Sa Mateo.
You should act on this problem.
You can probably treat non-residential property in a different way in ordinances, but they will need to have cooling upgrades, too.
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2 In all this I want to say-- Why no try out a new ordinance and then evaluate effectiveness after a year? An academic person, I know the importance of evaluation.
I’ve also been looking at electric readiness. I dismayed by electric rates, even though my wife and I did get rid of our gas stove and replace it with an induction coil in the kitchen. She knows more about this than I do, but the new technology seems to work fine. Whatever you do, just do something to promote greenhouse gas reductions. We have three little grandchildren who live in South San Francisco—only a half hour from here. I ask myself: What sort of world will they grow up in? They’re growing pretty rapidly right now. I may not be around to see them, but I care about the world that they’ll live in.
I’m proud of what San Mateo has already done on climate action, and I tell people about this whenever I travel and talk to people: I get lots of requests because of my book and because I used to work for AARP in Washington. I am proud to tell people what the City of San Mateo is doing.
I live here in San Mateo and I want you to do what’s right for me and for future generations.
Harry R. Moody, Ph.D.
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From: Martin McTaggart
Sent: Friday, February 13, 2026 3:17 PM
Cc: Andrea Chow; Christina Horrisberger; Alex Khojikian Subject: FW: Comments for upcomong City Council Meeting Good afternoon, City Council (Bcc’d),
Kindly see the below public comment.
Best wishes,
Martin
From: Bruce Naegel
Sent: Friday, February 13, 2026 1:35 PM
To: Sustainability & Infrastructure Commission <[email protected]>; Clerk <[email protected]>
Subject: Comments for upcomong City Council Meeting
As a resident of Mountain View, I look at what other cities are doing on sustainability. San Mateo has been a leader in advancing sustainability measures. We need to succeed in sustainability
measures across the Bay Area as well as the state and the country. Here are some thoughts on sustainability measures on the agenda for the upcoming council meeting in San Mateo.
Electric Readiness
The path forward is one moving to all electric buildings.
The least expensive fuel in the future and now is from
renewable sources like Solar and Wind. Getting ready with Electric Readiness Support means one less issue to deal with when converting to all electric. Planning now also means working on panel sizing. Careful consideration of the true electrical demands means avoiding unnecessary panel upgrades.
Cooling Upgrades Residential
Air conditioners will wear out and need to be replaced .
Consider replacing the AC unit with one that provides both heating and cooling. Heat from a heat pump provides continuous temperature regulation. This provides heat with more comfort than the sudden off and on cycling of a normal heater. It is also more energy efficient. The upgrade from an AC unit to one that supports both heating and cooling is minimal.
Cooling Upgrades Non Residential (up to 20 Tons).
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2 There are many smaller offices that will need AC to be replaced over time. Air Conditioner systems are getting more energy efficient over time. They can also supply heat.
They work well in many configurations.
Gas prices are projected to grow more than electric prices as customers migrate from gas to electric. When one migrates, the cost of the gas infrastructure is spread over fewer customers raising the gas price per customer. As the gas distribution ages, it is more likely to need repairs and become more expensive.
Commercial HVAC units up to 20 Tons.
These HVAC systems also provide benefits of smoother
heat transition as compared to standard units, improving comfort for the occupants. New technology HVAC units
are more energy efficient, saving money and the environment.
Renovation of 1000 square feet or more with a score of 12 on the city's Building Permit Worksheet (Flex Path).
The Flex Path worksheet provides a list of upgrades to make the building more efficient. A score of 12 on this worksheet will lower energy costs over time. Energy costs have been going up. Prepare for tomorrow with part the retrofits today
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From: Martin McTaggart
To: Andrea Chow
Cc: Christina Horrisberger; Alex Khojikian
Subject: RE: March 2 item: building code ordinance (Cooling upgrades, FlexPath, Electric Readiness) Date: Friday, February 13, 2026 9:42:56 AM
From: Wendy Chou
Sent: Friday, February 13, 2026 9:42 AM
To: City Council (San Mateo) <[email protected]> Subject: March 2 item: building code ordinance (Cooling upgrades, FlexPath, Electric Readiness) Dear Mayor Loraine, Deputy Mayor Fernandez, and Councilmembers Diaz Nash, CwirkoGodicki, and Newsom, Thank you for taking up on March 2 a proposed building "reach" code ordinance for existing buildings in San Mateo, the city where my family and I have lived for the past 7+ years.
I fully support, and respectfully urge you to adopt, the proposed ordinance in all the categories it covers, namely:
Cooling Upgrades (at the time A/C is being added/replaced) - Residential (singlefamily houses, duplexes, and townhomes); Cooling Upgrades, Non-Residential (properties with cooling capacities up to 20 tons);
FlexPath (for significant renovation of residential space, i.e. 1,000 sq ft and above, and achieving a score of 12 on the City’s building permit worksheet); and Electric Readiness (a.k.a. "pre-wiring", involving kitchen & laundry remodels and similar major alterations that affect the electrical system/panel).
As a voting San Matean and parent who thinks daily about climate impacts close to home, I'm so proud of the progress San Mateo has made toward building decarbonization. Approving this ordinance will be a great sign of our city's leadership, because:
Every gas appliance that is replaced with an electric one means a safer, cleaner, and healthier home. These days we all spend a lot of time indoors, so removing fossil fuel combustion from indoor settings improves air quality, especially for younger lungs.
Swapping out defunct central air conditioners in favor of newer heat pump devices (with both heating and cooling functions) makes good practical sense and will 558 of 662
allow many owners to skip over an expensive furnace replacement in the future.
Being prepared and thinking ahead to prioritize clean energy will save a lot of money in the long run. Clinging to gas, on the other hand, would mean being subjected to rapidly rising fuel prices, costly gas line replacements, and the constant fear of leaks and deadly explosions, aside from being antithetical to fixing the climate crisis.
As a renter, I look to our local building code enforcement to help landlords make the right decisions to protect the welfare of building occupants like myself. People in the business world are fond of complaining about "unpopular" mandates, but these mandates effectively save lives. Buildings today have smoke detectors, triggered sprinklers in multifamily buildings, are free from leaded paint and asbestos, and are far more seismically safe -- thanks to building codes. They do this quietly behind the scenes but their role is so important.
With federal safeguards on climate sadly crumbling around us, I am very grateful for the commitment of this City Council and others around the Bay Area to improving our existing buildings and maintaining climate action when we need it most.
Thank you for your service to San Mateo. I also wish to thank the hard-working staff / consultant team who engaged the public and made this ordinance possible.
Sincerely,
Wendy
Resident of San Mateo
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From: Martin McTaggart
To: Andrea Chow
Cc: Christina Horrisberger; Alex Khojikian
Subject: FW: Building Electrification Reach Code Support Date: Monday, February 23, 2026 12:44:26 PM
From: Sue Blockstein
Sent: Monday, February 23, 2026 9:51 AM
To: City Council (San Mateo) <[email protected]> Subject: Building Electrification Reach Code Support
I am a resident of San Mateo. I am deeply concerned about climate change and urge you to support the proposed ordinance to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from existing buildings.
In light of the federal governments backward movement on reducing emissions, it is even more important to take action locally.
I am writing regarding the upcoming City Council meeting of March 2, 2026, at which a building electrification ordinance is scheduled to be considered. I support adoption of the proposed ordinance as described below.
Cooling upgrades - residential: I support adoption of an ordinance that requires cooling upgrades, or certain options, for residential properties (single family houses, duplexes, and townhomes) at the time an air conditioning unit is being replaced or added. This will reduce overall energy use and greenhouse gas emissions.
Cooling upgrades, non-residential: I support adoption of an ordinance that requires cooling upgrades for non-residential properties up to 20 tons.
Renovation of 1,000 square feet or more of residential space, with a score of 12 on the City’s building permit worksheet: I support adoption of the new Ordinance and request that the effectiveness of this requirement be revisited in one year.
Electric Readiness: I support adoption of electric readiness standards because they will lead to greenhouse gas reductions and prepare us for the Air District NOx standards.
They will also allow our residents to be prepared, should gas prices increase, as is expected.
Thank you for your continued climate leadership, and thoughtful attention to this important issue.
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Sincerely,
Sue Blockstein
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From: Clerk
To: Andrea Chow
Cc: Christina Horrisberger; Alex Khojikian
Subject: FW: Support for Building Electrification Ordinance - March 2, 2026 City Council Meeting Date: Tuesday, February 24, 2026 10:25:03 AM
From: Michelle Hudson
Sent: Monday, February 23, 2026 9:16 PM
To: City Council (San Mateo) <[email protected]>; Clerk <[email protected]> Subject: Support for Building Electrification Ordinance - March 2, 2026 City Council Meeting Dear Mayor Loraine and City Council Members,
I am a San Mateo resident who is deeply concerned about the worsening climate crisis, and the detrimental impact of climate change on our community, particularly our youth and future generations. I urge the City to continue strong action to combat the climate crisis at the local level, specifically by reducing greenhouse gas emissions from our local building stock.
In the upcoming City Council meeting of March 2, 2026, a building electrification ordinance is scheduled to be considered. I support adoption of the proposed ordinance as described below.
· Cooling upgrades - residential: I support adoption of an ordinance that requires cooling upgrades, or certain options, for residential properties (single family houses, duplexes, and townhomes) at the time an air conditioning unit is being replaced or added. This will reduce overall energy use and greenhouse gas emissions.
· Cooling upgrades, non-residential: I support adoption of an ordinance that requires cooling upgrades for non-residential properties up to 20 tons. · Renovation of 1,000 square feet or more of residential space, with a score of 12 on the City’s building permit worksheet: I support adoption of the new Ordinance and request that the effectiveness of this requirement be revisited in one year.
· Electric Readiness: I support adoption of electric readiness standards because they will lead to greenhouse gas reductions and prepare us for the Air District NOx standards. They will also allow our residents to be prepared, should gas prices increase, as is expected.
Thank you for your continued climate leadership, and thoughtful attention to this important issue.
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Sincerely,
Michelle Hudson
San Mateo resident and homeowner
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From: Robert Whitehair
To: City Council (San Mateo)
Cc: Clerk; Andrea Chow; Michelle Hudson; Wendy Chou
Subject: Please approve Reach Codes for Existing Buildings Date: Tuesday, February 24, 2026 9:52:26 AM
Attachments: San Mateo Reach Code Letter March 2, 2026.pdf Dear Mayor Loraine and City Council
On behalf of The San Mateo Climate Action Team, many other organizations, and many individuals, we urge you to approve the Reach Codes for Existing Buildings that we understand will be considered by Council on March 2
Attached is a sign on letter from these organizations and individuals. We understand too that others have emailed you with their support
Thank you for all you do for the climate!
Robert Whitehair and Michelle Hudson, Co-Leaders, San Mateo Climate Action Team To TEXT Me
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2 On October 27, 2025, the Secretary General of the United Nations, Antonio Guterres said:
“Humanity has failed to limit global heating to 1.5C and must change course immediately.” We agree, and we urge strong local action.
City Council action on March 2, 2026: We understand that San Mateo staff will propose adoption of an ordinance that follows the direction Council gave at a November 3, 2025, study session meeting and that Council will be considering several building code options to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from existing buildings. These include cooling upgrades for both residential and non-residential properties, as well as “Flex Path” and “Electric Readiness”. We support adoption of such an ordinance as set forth below.
A. Cooling upgrades – residential. We understand that the City Council will be considering a proposal that when a residential air conditioning unit is being replaced or is being added to an existing building, a heat pump must be installed by the building owner, OR, the property owner must at that time install energy efficient measures. If adopted, this would apply to single family homes, townhomes, and duplexes. Following this standard would also prepare the property owner to be in compliance with upcoming Air District “zero NOx” standards on gas fired furnaces.
We support adoption of an ordinance that requires cooling upgrades, or certain options, for residential properties at the time an air conditioning unit is being replaced or added.
B. Cooling upgrades, non-residential. We understand that, similar to that for residential properties, the City Council will be considering a requirement for non-residential buildings that when an air conditioning unit fails, it must be replaced with a heat pump by the building owner, OR, the owner must install energy efficient measures. State Code already requires such action for smaller air conditioning units. The City Council will be asked to consider extending those standards to larger air conditioning units, up to 20 tons in size. Existing state building codes apply for failed air conditioning units up to 5 tons in size.
We support adoption of an ordinance that requires cooling upgrades up to 20 tons for non-residential properties.
C. Flex Path - Renovation of 1,000 square feet or more of residential space. We understand that the City Council will be considering a proposed requirement that single family, townhomes, and duplex building renovations of 1,000 square feet or more include greenhouse gas reducing improvements, with a target score of 12.
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3 D. Electric Readiness Finally, we understand that the City Council will be considering a proposed requirement for electric readiness for single family, townhomes, and duplex buildings, when improvements are being made within kitchen or laundry space. The requirements would include such work as reserved breaker space on electrical panels, electrical plugs that will accommodate electric appliances, and wiring and conduit in preparation for future installations of greenhouse gas reducing electrical appliances.
We also understand that the cost of gas is increasing faster than electricity. Over the next few years, this will create pressure to electrify the home, creating another benefit in addition to the climate benefits.
We support adoption of an Ordinance that includes electric readiness standards.
The four components of the Ordinance being considered by the Council will improve the living conditions of our residents and improve our overall health. The ordinance as we understand its composition will lead to greenhouse gas reductions, and it will prepare us for the coming Air District NOx standards. Finally, implementation of the Ordinance will allow our residents to be prepared, should gas prices increase.
Thank you for your continued climate leadership, and for your thoughtful attention to this important opportunity to tackle the climate crisis at the local level.
Electronically approved by the individuals and the authorized representatives of the organizations shown below.
Michelle Hudson and Robert Whitehair, Co Leaders, 350 Silicon Valley San Mateo City Team, and San Mateo Climate Action Team
Cheryl Weiden, signed on behalf of 350 Silicon Valley
Elaine Salinger, Leader, signed on behalf of Citizens Climate Lobby Lauren Weston, Executive Director, signed on behalf of Acterra Margo Meiman, Leader, signed on behalf of Pacifica Climate Committee Bruce Hodge, signed on behalf of Carbon Free Silicon Valley Amir Gur, signed on behalf of Value Economy
Harry R Moody, signed on behalf of Indivisible San Mateo Carbon Free Palo Alto
Wendy Chou, San Mateo
Natalie Dias
Jayden Wan
Belinda Chlouber, San Mateo
Laura Brash, San Mateo
Mary Rose LeBaron, San Mateo
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4 Mike Caggiano, San Mateo
Mike Swire, San Mateo
Gerard Manning, Burlingame
John McKenna, Menlo Park
Linh Dan Do, Menlo Park
Nancy Federspiel
Nancy Larocca Hedley, Menlo Park
Kristel Wickham, Sunnyvale
Nina Wouk
Peri Caylor
Robert Wenda Zhou
Teletha Derrington
Alma Carrizosa
Julia Ahn
Brody Jake Friedeberg
Joanna Falla
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1 From: John McKenna
Sent: Monday, March 2, 2026 2:29 PM
To: Clerk; City Council (San Mateo)
Subject: March 2, 2026 City Council Meeting - Agenda Item 6 Honorable Councilmembers,
As the father of an 11-year-old daughter, I am dismayed by the lack of progress that society has made to address climate change, which delay has unfairly placed the majority of the cost, health, and emotional burden on young people, future generations, and communities of concern. At the same time, I am heartened by leaders like you that have supported actions like these in the past and have the ability to move us forward tonight. While the reach codes in front of you this evening are not nearly enough on their own, they will enable commonsense reductions of greenhouse gas emissions at the most inexpensive juncture - when work on an existing building is already being done. Moreover, these codes will result in more efficient buildings, healthier air quality, enhanced safety, and cost savings. Additionally, they will help advance the development of a clean energy workforce that is ready to take off, creating high road jobs. Also, San Mateo will continue to show leadership, furthering the momentum of many jurisdictions across the state that have already adopted similar codes, which will inspire more cities and counties to do the same.
I fully support the reach code options that will be presented to you this evening and hope to see them pass unanimously.
Thank you for everything you do to improve our communities and to thoughtfully address our most pressing needs.
Sincerely,
John McKenna
Menlo Park, CA
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1 From: Mary Rose LeBaron
Sent: Saturday, February 28, 2026 11:01 AM
To: City Council (San Mateo)
Subject: Please Support the Building Electrification Ordinance on March 2 Dear City Council of San Mateo,
I am writing about the March 2, 2026 City Council meeting, where you will consider a building electrification ordinance, and I want to express my support for adopting the proposal.
For residential properties (single-family homes, duplexes, and townhomes), I support requiring certain cooling efficiency upgrades when an air conditioning unit is installed or replaced, because this will lower overall energy use and greenhouse gas emissions.
For non-residential buildings, I support requiring cooling upgrades for systems up to 20 tons, to further reduce energy use and emissions in our commercial and institutional spaces.
For residential renovations of 1,000 square feet or more that receive a score of 12 on the City’s building permit worksheet, I support adopting the new ordinance now, and I ask that the City review how effective this requirement is after one year.
I also support adopting electric-readiness standards, since they will help cut greenhouse gas emissions and align us with upcoming Air District NOx standards. These requirements will also help residents be better prepared if, as expected, gas prices rise in the future.
Thank you for your continued climate leadership and for your thoughtful attention to this important decision.
Sincerely,
Mary Rose LeBaron
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1 From: Natalie Dias
Sent: Monday, March 2, 2026 3:47 PM
To: Clerk
Subject: Public Comment Today - Reach Codes
Hi,
Here is my public comment on the reach codes. I will be commenting through Zoom. https://docs.google.com/document/d/1GAngLUKQt3ZsTtTkF7eBTePR0rn2dkuvTcyi4CnKOc/edit?usp=sharing Best,
Natalie Dias
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1 From: Anne Adams
Sent: Monday, March 2, 2026 9:13 AM
To: Anne Adams
Cc: City Council (San Mateo); Clerk
Subject: Our response to the climate crisis
Importance: High
Dear San Mateo City Council,
I am deeply concerned about the climate crisis, and I urge the San Mateo City Council to continue strong action to combat the climate crisis at the local level.
For your meeting tonight, March 2, 2026, PLEASE consider a proposed Ordinance to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from existing buildings.
I support adoption of the proposed ordinance as described below. Cooling upgrades - residential: I support adoption of an ordinance that requires cooling upgrades, or certain options, for residential properties (single family houses, duplexes, and townhomes) at the time an air conditioning unit is being replaced or added. This will reduce overall energy use and greenhouse gas emissions.
Cooling upgrades, non-residential: I support adoption of an ordinance that requires cooling upgrades for non-residential properties up to 20 tons.
Renovation of 1,000 square feet or more of residential space, with a score of 12 on the City’s building permit worksheet: I support adoption of the new Ordinance and request that the effectiveness of this requirement be revisited in one year. Electric Readiness: I support adoption of electric readiness standards because they will lead to greenhouse gas reductions and prepare us for the Air District NOx standards. They will also allow our residents to be prepared, should gas prices increase, as is expected.
Thank you for your continued climate leadership, and thoughtful attention to this important issue.
Sincerely,, Anne Adams
Don't ask yourself what the world needs –
Ask yourself what makes you come alive, and then go do it.
Because what the world needs is people who have come alive.
Dr. Howard Thurman
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2 If we want to change the story of the human race in the 21st century, we have to change the stories we tell ourselves.
Anne Adams, PhD
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Reach Codes for Cooling
Upgrades and Planned
Home Renovations –
Ordinance Introduction
March 2, 2026
City Council
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Recommendation
Introduce an Ordinance to amend San Mateo Municipal Code Chapter 23.24 "Energy Code" to require:
• energy conservation measures for air conditioner alterations, replacements and installations in single family homes, duplexes and townhomes; • energy conservation measures for heating, ventilation and air conditioner replacements and installations in nonresidential buildings; • increased efficiency and electric readiness requirements for additions and alterations to single family homes, duplexes, and townhomes
Adopt a Resolution making findings that the proposed changes or modifications are reasonably necessary due to local climactic, geographical or topographical conditions. 2 575 of 662
What are Reach Codes?
• California Building Standards Code
standardizes the construction of residential
and non-residential buildings in California
• Reach codes = Local amendments to the
state code that reach above the state
requirements
• Current code cycle: January 1, 2026 –
December 31, 2028
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City Climate Goals
On-road transportation
53%
Commercial/industria
l built environment
16%
Residential built
environment
22%
Off-road equipment
3%
Solid waste generation
4%
Landfill
1%
Rail
1%
Water and wastewater
0.32%
San Mateo GHG Emissions Inventory
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Bay Area Reach Codes
• Collaboration supporting agencies in adopting Reach Codes for a sustainable future
• Co-led by Peninsula Clean Energy
• Peninsula Clean Energy is San Mateo County’s not for profit locally-led electricity provider, providing 100% carbon free electricity for use in our homes, businesses, and electric vehicles
• Mission: To reduce greenhouse gas emissions by
expanding access to sustainable and affordable energy
solutions
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• Reviewed the Bay Area Reach Code group's four reach code options in detail, including cost-effectiveness analysis, GHG reductions, permit data, cities with similar reach codes • Summarized the broad outreach and engagement: community and contractor meetings, flyer distribution, online social media channels, SIC feedback
• At the November 3, 2025 City Council meeting, City Council directed staff to develop an ordinance that includes all four model codes
November 3, 2025 City Council Study
Session on Reach Codes
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• Cooling upgrade requirements for single family homes, duplexes and townhomes
• Cooling upgrade requirements for non-residential buildings • FlexPath for single family homes, duplexes and townhomes for additions or alterations of 1,000 square feet or more, target score of 12
• Electric-readiness requirements for single family homes, duplexes and townhomes
Proposed Ordinance – key requirements
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• Requires more stringent standards for new and
replacement air conditioning installations and
maintains state minimum requirements for new heat
pump installations
• Energy standards: attic insulation, duct insulation, air sealing, fan efficacy and refrigerant charge verification • Does not impact gas furnace replacements or repairs
Cooling upgrade requirements for single
family homes, duplexes and townhomes
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• Requires more stringent energy standards for AC
system installation and maintains state minimum
requirements for heat pump installations
• Property owners can install a single zone air
conditioner system with a furnace plus a heat
recovery ventilator or a single zone heat pump
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• Applies to additions or alterations of 1,000 square feet or more • Requires the project to incorporate energy efficiency measures or electrification upgrades selected from a menu to achieve a target score of 12
• Does not apply to routine repairs and maintenance, hazard mitigation, roof or window projects, or ADUs
• Includes economic hardship and technical infeasibility exceptions
FlexPath for single family homes,
duplexes and townhomes
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• requires specific additions and alterations to include electric readiness as part of their project, such as
when conducting electrical work within three feet of an existing appliance
• focused on pre-wiring for gas cooking, water heating, clothes drying and outdoor appliances to reduce future
retrofit costs
Electric-readiness requirements for single
family homes, duplexes and townhomes
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• Includes express finding in support of local
amendments to the California Energy Code, 2025
Edition
• Makes findings that local amendments are reasonably
necessary because of local climactic, geological and
topographical conditions
Proposed Resolution
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• Pending City Council approval, staff will file reach
codes ordinance with California Energy Commission
(CEC) and Building Standards Commission (BSC)
• CEC approval required before enforcement
• Staff will educate the public about reach codes
• Staff will monitor and evaluate reach code
implementation and provide a report out in the annual
Climate Action Plan progress report
Next Steps
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Recommendation
Introduce an Ordinance to amend San Mateo Municipal Code Chapter 23.24 "Energy Code" to require:
• energy conservation measures for air conditioner alterations, replacements and installations in single family homes, duplexes and townhomes; • energy conservation measures for heating, ventilation and air conditioner replacements and installations in nonresidential buildings; • increased efficiency and electric readiness requirements for additions and alterations to single family homes, duplexes, and townhomes
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Thank you!
Taylor Taylor
[email protected]
(510) 431-8547
15 Andrea Chow
[email protected]
(650) 522-7007
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CITY OF SAN MATEO
CITY OF SAN MATEO
Agenda Report
City Hall
330 W. 20th Avenue
San Mateo CA 94403
www.cityofsanmateo.org
Agenda Number: 7 Section Name: PUBLIC HEARING Account Number: 10-1311 File ID: 25-10653 TO: City Council
FROM: Alex Khojikian, City Manager
PREPARED BY: City Manager's Office
MEETING DATE: March 2, 2026
SUBJECT:
Operation of Leaf Blowers — Ordinance Introduction
RECOMMENDATION:
Introduce an Ordinance to amend San Mateo Municipal Code Chapter 10.80 "Operation of Leaf Blowers" to prohibit the use of gas leaf blowers.
BACKGROUND:
The City’s current regulations are codified in San Mateo Municipal Code Chapter 10.80 “Operation of Leaf Blowers,” which limit the use of leaf blowers from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm on weekdays, and 9:00 am to 5:00 pm on Saturdays. The use of leaf blowers is prohibited on Sundays and certain designated holidays. The hours of operation apply to residential zoning districts and in areas bordering residentially zoned neighborhoods. Use of leaf blowers in residential zoning districts, or areas bordering residential zoning districts, also require the operator to use a blower nozzle extension and operate the leaf blower at a low speed to minimize noise. No more than one leaf blower may be operated at a residence at any time.
Material blown by leaf blowers cannot be blown onto neighboring properties or onto the public right-of-way without being immediately removed. These restrictions have been in place since 1997.
At the October 6, 2025, City Council meeting, City Council directed staff to develop an Ordinance to prohibit gas leaf blowers, which can help reduce greenhouse gas emissions and address air quality impacts. Additionally, the City Council provided directions on when to begin enforcement of the Ordinance, the assignment of penalties, and on the development of leaf blower hours of operation. Key changes to the Ordinance are summarized below.
The proposed Ordinance includes the following key changes:
• The proposed Ordinance prohibits the use of gas leaf blowers citywide. • The proposed Ordinance includes an effective date of January 1, 2027, a clean start date that would be approximately nine months after Ordinance adoption, if introduced at this meeting. Over these next nine months, staff will prioritize Ordinance outreach and education to promote compliance with the new regulations. After the City’s print newsletter distribution in October 2025 and announcement of the potential Ordinance to prohibit gas leaf blower use, there was an increase in residential electric leaf blower rebates. There has not been an increase in rebates issued to commercial landscaping businesses; additional engagement with commercial landscaping businesses will be critical to a smooth transition.
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The proposed Ordinance also includes three options for the hours of operation for electric leaf blower use:
1) Option 1 retains the current regulations for leaf blower hours of operation that applies to residential zones and areas adjacent to residential zones. Option 1 would mean community members and landscapers would not need to adjust their current practices. Option 1 only applies to residential zones and areas adjacent to residential zones which means other areas of the City do not have hours of operation limitations. 2) Option 2 expands the current regulations for leaf blower hours of operation to apply citywide. If hours of operation apply citywide, this would likely have an impact on commercial businesses and City operations where leaf blowers are used to clear debris from parking lots early in the morning. This would impact City contractors that clear leaves and debris early in the morning to avoid conflicts with cars and business operations. The same would be true of existing commercial and office properties, some of which are near locations which may be suitable for housing now or in the future. Option 2 provides a blanket citywide approach that would be simple to communicate for enforcement.
3) Option 3 establishes hours of operation citywide (8:00 am - 5:00 pm Monday through Friday, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm on Saturdays) with a carveout for specific uses including commercial, office, or industrial use, or City-owned property.
This would allow specific use areas to have extended hours of leaf blower use (7:00 am - 6:00 pm Monday through Friday, 8:00 am - 6:00 pm on Saturdays) compared to the rest of the city. Creating hours of operation based on land use ensures that hours of operation are applied to every area where community members live, including in mixed-use zoning. Option 3 establishes limitations on leaf blower use in non-residential land use areas to allow for more extended hours of use. This approach would result in slightly different hours of operation on neighboring parcels within the same zoning district, which may create impacts on neighbors in some cases and could complicate enforcement.
Staff recommends City Council adoption of the proposed Ordinance after selecting one of the three options for hours of operation for electric leaf blower use.
BUDGET IMPACT:
The implementation and enforcement of this Ordinance will be integrated into the City’s existing code enforcement procedures. On average, the City has issued 23 electric leaf blower rebates and amounting to an average of $3,142 per year, supported by the City’s Sustainability Program budget. Staff anticipate budgeting $10,000 per year for electric leaf blower equipment and battery replacement in future budget cycles.
ENVIRONMENTAL DETERMINATION:
This Ordinance prohibiting gas leaf blower operations is categorically exempt from CEQA because it consists of an action to protect the environment by reducing greenhouse gas emissions. (Public Resources Code Section 15308.)
NOTICE PROVIDED
All meeting noticing requirements were met.
ATTACHMENTS
Att 1 – Proposed Ordinance
Att 2 – Proposed Ordinance – Tracked Changes
Att 3 – Public Comment
STAFF CONTACT
Andrea Chow, Sustainability Analyst
[email protected]
(650) 522-7007
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DRAFT ORDINANCE
Amending San Mateo Municipal Code Chapter 10.80 “Operation of Leaf Blowers.” WHEREAS, gas-powered leaf blowers emit greenhouse gases and other pollutants including carbon monoxide, nitrogen oxides and hydrocarbons that are harmful to human health and the environment; and WHEREAS, research by the California Air Resources Board has identified the use of gas-powered small off-road engines, including leaf blowers, as detrimental to the environment as they emit high levels of air pollutants like nitrogen oxides and other reactive organic gases; and WHEREAS, modern, readily available electric leaf blower equipment generally produces less noise and air pollution; and
WHEREAS, in 1997, the City Council adopted a leaf blower ordinance to regulate leaf blower use and establish hours of operation; and
WHEREAS, the City of San Mateo Climate Action Plan seeks to reduce greenhouse gas emissions 40% below 1990 levels by 2030 and 85% below 1990 levels and achieve carbon neutrality by 2045; and WHEREAS, the City Council seeks to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and air pollution by prohibiting the use of gas leaf blowers in San Mateo and modify hours of operation of leaf blower use.
NOW, THEREFORE, THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN MATEO ORDAINS AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. Section 10.80.010 of the San Mateo Municipal Code is amended as follows:
10.80.010 Purpose.
It has been found that leaf blowers cause considerable noise and air pollution and have been the source of numerous complaints by San Mateo residents. This chapter is intended to regulate the use of leaf blowers to minimize noise and air pollution in the City.
Section 2. Section 10.80.020 of the San Mateo Municipal Code is amended as follows:
10.80.020 Leaf Blower – Definition.
“Electric leaf blower” is defined as any leaf blower powered by electric means, including but not limited to, battery-powered equipment.
“Gas leaf blower” is defined as any leaf blower powered by a combustion engine using gasoline or any other liquid or gaseous fluid.
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blowing, dispersing or redistributing dust, dirt, leaves, grass, clippings, cuttings and trimmings from trees, shrubs or other debris.
Section 3. Section 10.80.025 of the San Mateo Municipal Code is added as follows:
10.80.025 Prohibition of Gas Leaf Blowers.
It shall be unlawful for any person to operate or authorize the operation of a gas leaf blower within the city limits.
Section 4. Section 10.80.030 of the San Mateo Municipal Code is amended as follows:
10.80.030 Restriction of Electric Leaf Blowers - Hours of Operation.
OPTION 1:
No person shall use or operate an electric leaf blower in a residential zoning district or in areas bordering a residential zoning district before 8:00 a.m. or after 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday, nor prior to 9:00 a.m. or after 5:00 p.m. on Saturdays. Use of electric leaf blowers on Sundays or on the following holidays is prohibited: New Years Day, Martin Luther King, Jr. Birthday, Presidents' Day, Memorial Day, 4th of July, Labor Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas.
OPTION 2:
No person shall use or operate an electric leaf blower before 8:00 a.m. or after 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday, nor prior to 9:00 a.m. or after 5:00 p.m. on Saturdays. Use of electric leaf blowers on Sundays or on the following holidays is prohibited: New Years Day, Martin Luther King, Jr. Birthday, Presidents' Day, Memorial Day, 4th of July, Labor Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas.
OPTION 3:
(a) Except as provided in subsection (b), no person shall use or operate an electric leaf blower before 8:00 a.m. or after 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday, nor prior to 9:00 a.m. or after 5:00 p.m. on Saturdays. (b) No person shall use or operate an electric leaf blower on properties with a commercial, office or industrial use, or on City-owned property, before 7:00 am or after 6:00 pm Monday through Friday, nor prior to 8:00 am or after 6:00 pm on Saturdays.
(c) Use of electric leaf blowers on Sundays or on the following holidays is prohibited: New Years Day, Martin Luther King, Jr. Birthday, Presidents' Day, Memorial Day, 4th of July, Labor Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas.
Section 5. Section 10.80.060 of the San Mateo Municipal Code is amended as follows:
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10.80.060 Violations.
It is unlawful for any person or entity to violate the provisions of this chapter. Enforcement of this chapter shall be subject to enforcement pursuant to Title 1 of the San Mateo Municipal Code or any legal remedy available by law. Violations of this chapter may be enforced against the leaf blower operator and/or property owner who has hired, employed or engaged the services of a person or business utilizing leaf blowers.
Section 6. Environmental Determination. In accordance with California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines Section 15308, this action is categorically exempt from CEQA, because it consists of an action to protect the environment by reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
Section 7. Severability. In the event any section, clause or provision of this ordinance shall be determined invalid or unconstitutional, such section, clause or provision shall be deemed severable and all other sections or portions hereof shall remain in full force and effect.
Section 8. Publication. This Ordinance shall be published in summary in a newspaper of general circulation, posted in the City Clerk's Office, and posted on the City's website, all in accord with Section 2.15 of the City Charter.
Section 9. Legislative History and Effective Date. This ordinance was introduced on Clerk to complete., and adopted on Clerk to complete., and shall be effective on January 1, 2027. 593 of 662
Chapter 10.80
OPERATION OF LEAF BLOWERS
10.80.010 PURPOSE.
It has been found that leaf blowers cause considerable noise and air pollution and have been the source of numerous complaints by San Mateo residentscitizens living in residential zoning districts. This chapter is intended to regulate the use of leaf blowers to minimize noise and air pollution in the City's residentially zoned neighborhoods and in areas bordering residentially zoned neighborhoods.
10.80.020 LEAF BLOWER—DEFINITION.
“Electric leaf blower” is defined as any leaf blower powered by electric means, including but not limited to, battery-powered equipment. “Gas leaf blower” is defined as any leaf blower powered by a combustion engine using gasoline or any other liquid or gaseous fluid.
“Leaf blowers” are defined as portable equipment that is powered by a selfcontained fuel engine and used in any landscape, maintenance, construction, property repair, or property maintenance for the purpose of blowing, dispersing or redistributing dust, dirt, leaves, grass, clippings, cuttings and trimmings from trees, shrubs or other debris.
10.80.025 PROHIBITION OF GAS LEAF BLOWERS.
It shall be unlawful for any person to operate or authorize the operation of a gas leaf blower within the city limits.
10.80.030 RESTRICTION OF ELECTRIC LEAF BLOWERS - HOURS OF OPERATION.
OPTION 1:
No person shall use or operate aan electric leaf blower in a residential zoning district or in areas bordering a residential zoning district before 8:00 a.m. or after 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday, nor prior to 9:00 a.m. or after 5:00 p.m. on Saturdays. Use of electric leaf blowers on Sundays or on the following holidays is prohibited: New Years Day, Martin Luther King, Jr. Birthday, Presidents' Day, Memorial Day, 4th of July, Labor Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas.
OPTION 2:
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No person shall use or operate an electric leaf blower before 8:00 a.m. or after 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday, nor prior to 9:00 a.m. or after 5:00 p.m. on Saturdays.
Use of electric leaf blowers on Sundays or on the following holidays is prohibited: New Years Day, Martin Luther King, Jr. Birthday, Presidents' Day, Memorial Day, 4th of July, Labor Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas.
OPTION 3:
(a) Except as provided in subsection (b), no person shall use or operate an electric leaf blower before 8:00 a.m. or after 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday, nor prior to 9:00 a.m. or after 5:00 p.m. on Saturdays.
(b) No person shall use or operate an electric leaf blower on properties with a commercial, office or industrial use, or on City-owned property, before 7:00 am or after 6:00 pm Monday through Friday, nor prior to 8:00 am or after 6:00 pm on Saturdays. (c) Use of electric leaf blowers on Sundays or on the following holidays is prohibited: New Years Day, Martin Luther King, Jr. Birthday, Presidents' Day, Memorial Day, 4th of July, Labor Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas.
10.80.040 LIMITATIONS ON USE.
Any person who uses or operates a leaf blower in a residential zoning district or in areas bordering a residential zoning district shall use a blower nozzle extension and shall run the blower at a low speed to minimize noise. No more than one blower shall be operated at a residence at any time.
10.80.050 REMOVAL OF DEBRIS.
No material or matter blown by leaf blowers shall be blown upon neighboring properties or onto any portion of the public right-of-way, including but not limited to sidewalks and streets, without being immediately removed.
10.80.060 VIOLATIONS.
It is unlawful for any person or entity to violate the provisions of this chapter.
Enforcement of this chapter shall be subject to enforcement pursuant to Title 1 of the San Mateo Municipal Code or any legal remedy available by law. Violations of this chapter may be enforced against the leaf blower operator and/or property owner who has hired, employed or engaged the services of a person or business utilizing leaf blowers.
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10.80.070 CONSTRUCTION.
No section of this chapter shall impose a mandatory duty on the City, or on any officer, official, agent, employee, board, council, or commission of the City. Instead, if any section purports to impose a mandatory duty of enforcement, that section shall be deemed to invest the City, and the appropriate officer, official, agent, employee, board, council, or commission with discretion to enforce the section or not to enforce it. 596 of 662
From: Martin McTaggart
To: Andrea Chow
Cc: Christina Horrisberger
Subject: Fw: Ban leaf blowers!!
Date: Saturday, January 24, 2026 9:00:16 AM
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From: Susan Shankle < t>
Sent: Saturday, January 24, 2026 4:36 AM
To: City Council (San Mateo) <[email protected]> Cc: Clerk <[email protected]>
Subject: Ban leaf blowers!!
RE: City ordinance to prohibit the use of gas-powered leaf blowers to help reduce greenhouse gas emissions and improve local air quality.
Hello,
I agree with all the proposals submitted over the past decade to ban leaf blowers. Why do we have to put up with these things?
Gas leaf blowers were banned in CA in 2024, but they are still being used. And the electric ones are still a problem: they blow dust, dirt, pesticides and allergens into the air we breathe, and create terrible noise pollution. They generate between 65-100 decibels.
Instead of chasing those leaves around the street in the wind, workers should use brooms or rakes. No big deal.
At one point, it was suggested that at least the frequency of use could be regulated, like only at certain times or certain days of the week. But they can interrupt a conversation or a peaceful moment at any time of the day or week.
Just ban them, and be done with it.
Thank you,
Susan Shankle
33-year San Mateo resident
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Lifelong Bay Area Resident
Citizen, taxpayer and voter
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From: Chantal Eaton
To: Andrea Chow
Cc: Christina Horrisberger; Alex Khojikian; Prasanna Rasiah Subject: FW: LEAF BLOWERS, REACH CODES, AND PCE
Date: Sunday, October 12, 2025 6:01:20 PM
Please see comment below.
Best,
Chantal
From: Anne Adams < >
Sent: Sunday, October 12, 2025 4:18 PM
To: City Council (San Mateo) <[email protected]> Subject: LEAF BLOWERS, REACH CODES, AND PCE
City Council.
I have been away,
AND
I missed the meeting
and I support what has been done in Burlingame,
Hillsborough, Menlo Park, and Pall Alto; and what was also recommended by the San Mateo Sustainability and
Infrastructure Commission
PLEASE
1) Place a limit on hours of leaf blower operation in residential areas and adjacent commercial areas.
2) Begin enforcement of the new leaf blower Ordinance nine months after adoption, and
3) Recommend whether you think penalties should be assigned to the property owner, or the leaf blower operating company.
Thank you taking these measures/actions,
Anne Adams
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Don't ask yourself what the world needs –
Ask yourself what makes you come alive, and then go do it.
Because what the world needs is people who have come alive.
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If we want to change the story of the human race in the 21st century, we have to change the stories we tell ourselves.
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https://humanenergycollaborative.com/
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From: Gail Lee
To: Sustainability & Infrastructure Commission
Subject: Leaf blowers and Reach code
Date: Wednesday, October 8, 2025 8:51:53 PM
Dear members of the San Mateo City Council,
I would like to urge members to support what has been done in Burlingame, Hillsborough, Menlo Park, and Pall Alto; and which was also recommended by the San Mateo Sustainability and Infrastructure Commission at its meeting of September 10, 2025:
1) Place a limit on hours of leaf blower operation in residential areas and adjacent commercial areas.
2) Begin enforcement of the new leaf blower Ordinance nine months after adoption, and 3) Recommend whether you think senalties should be assigned to the property owner, or the leaf blower operating company
With regard to the Reach codes under consideration for existing buildings, I would like to urge members to support Reach Codes for cooling upgrades and planned home renovations for the 2025 building code cycle. The new codes will ensure that alternatives to use of methane gas are selected and reduce reliance on methane which is known to cause fires, contrlbute to indoor air pollution, contribute to respiratory illnesses, and reduce carbon emissions that contribute to climate change and worsen environmental justice.
Thank you for your consideration of these positive environmental, health and climate positive improvements for our community.
Sincerely,
Gail Lee, REHS, MS, LEED Green Associate
Executive Board, Sustainable San Mateo County
Community Advisory Committee, Peninsula Clean Energy
Professor, University of San Francisco
Resident, San Bruno
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From: Nancy
To: Lisa Diaz Nash; Adam Loraine; Nicole Fernandez; City Mgr; City Attorney"s Office; Rob Newsom; Andrea Chow; Danielle Cwirko-Godycki Subject: Re; Leaf blowers ban: when convenient, can you kindly confirm receipt of this email? Thank you Date: Thursday, November 6, 2025 6:36:57 PM
Re; Leaf blowers ban: when convenient, can you kindly confirm receipt of this email? Thank you Nancy < > Oct 8, 2025, 9:39 PM
to CityCouncil, citymanager, achow, , Simona, cityattorneysoffice, , contact, rnewsom, alo To : San Mateo City Council, City Manager, City Attorney, Staff (cc to interested parties such as Quiet Clean San Mateo and Sustainable San Mateo County) If I understood the council comments at last Monday October 6, 2025 meeting re item# 17 leaf blowers, a couple of the council members seemed ready to extend leaf blower usage to Sundays. I completely disagree with this. I think this is the time to think hard about why we need to allow the already extensive hours for leaf blowers --- whether electric or gas. I was shocked to hear that this would even be considered especially when cities throughout the country are moving in the other direction i.e. to less noise. It seemed rather tone deaf (no pun intended) to suggest this.
Many cities have not only banned gas leaf blowers, but also restrict hours of operation of electric leaf blowers much more than San Mateo does.
Some cities outright ban all leaf blowers i.e. including electric. Such cities include the following as reported by Sustainable San Mateo County: Leaf Blower Regulation "Santa Monica, Manhattan Beach, Hermosa Beach, Laguna Beach and Del Mar ban the use of all leaf blowers, both gas and electric." Many cities that do allow electric leaf blowers (but not gas), do not allow their commercial operation on Saturdays as well as Sundays.
Cities like Burlingame, have banned gas blowers and only allow electric blower usage on certain days of the week.
Here are a couple of excerpts from Burlingame City site:
Leaf Blowers | Burlingame, CA
Gas Leaf Blower Ordinance
Gas leaf blowers are prohibited for use starting July 1, 2024 to reduce noise and air pollution in Burlingame.
Leaf Blowers | Burlingame, CA
Day of Use Restrictions
The City of Burlingame's Ordinance still restricts the number of days blowers may be used in each neighborhood:
Commercial blowers may be used on only one day per week, per area, with an extra day for R3 and R4 buildings.
Residents may use their own blowers on Saturdays from 9 am to 2 pm and Sundays from 10 am to 2 pm, as well as on their assigned weekday.
Leaf blower Operation Map
Leaf blower day of the week flyer in English, and Spanish How did we get here?
At some point, the usage of leaf blowers "exploded" in the last 25 years ago. It became socially acceptable to allow these obnoxious machines to proliferate in our neighborhoods. As the wealth gap in areas like the Bay Area increased, it became acceptable to farm out activities such as this to low-wage earners. (Similarly, the number of people in our city who have their bathrooms cleaned by low-wage earners, dramatically increased.) Leaving aside the debate for now on the equity issues here, it is puzzling to me why we would so readily give up the peace in our neighborhoods (especially as more and more research shows how important keeping noise pollution down is to the health of individuals, families, and communities).
There is a movement I read about called Make America Rake Again. Some cities like Mill Valley (which ban gas blowers), actually include such rake encouragement in their communications.
Here is an excerpt from the City of Mill Valley site FAQs • Are gas-powered leaf blowers allowed in Mill Valley? regarding raking. It lists raking before using any motorized equipment. "Instead of using gas-powered leaf blowers, residents and gardeners are encouraged to rake or sweep leaves and debris into piles and dispose of them in the appropriate green trash bin. Residents and gardeners can also use electric leaf blowers or electric leaf vacuums to collect and dispose of leaves. Please do not leave piles of leaves in the roadway. Leaves left in the street will block storm drains and may lead to flooding." (By the way, I wonder if there is a certain fascination / obsession with motorized equipment/ tools in this country that does not exist in other countries. Recently I was in western Europe and surprised and delighted to see how many accommodations have washers but still no dryers. They each had plastic folding simple racks that do the same job very well for the most part and with less energy of course.) :
In conclusion, I personally support the total ban of leaf blowers. For one, they are a noise nuisance that would not be tolerated in another form (e.g. a dog barking issue or neighbors yelling consistently).
If at this time, the council does not feel inclined to go this far, I would request serious consideration of policies that places like Burlingame have which assign one weekday for usage.
I would argue that a majority of residents would favor this. (By the way, time-permitting, I may start some informal surveying to see if my position is far off from others. I would send the results to the council, staff and interested parties like Sustainable San Mateo County and Quiet Clean.) P.S. I hope this is not offensive, but I would not advocate for keeping the policies on this issue "simple" at the expense of sound regulation. Honestly, it was not simple to research this issue and advocate for years about it. We residents, all taxpayers in a democracy, should expect that things not be kept "simple" in lieu of our representation.
Thank you for your efforts and consideration,
Nancy Gogan
Addendum at 11.6.25
I did see there were many letters to the Council from other residents attached to the October 6 packet. All expressed dislike of blowers.
An issue that I saw there, and really have not considered too much, is what is the actual content of the material that is being blown around --- whether by gas or electric blowers. It is a little disturbing I think to contemplate the variety of pollutants, including from animal waste, that is distributed from these machines. 602 of 662
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How did we get here?
At some point, the usage of leaf blowers "exploded" in the last 25 years ago. It became socially acceptable to allow these obnoxious machines to proliferate in our neighborhoods. As the wealth gap in areas like the Bay Area increased, it became acceptable to farm out activities such as this to low-wage earners. (Similarly, the number of people in our city who have their bathrooms cleaned by low-wage earners, dramatically increased.) Leaving aside the debate for now on the equity issues here, it is puzzling to me why we would so readily give up the peace in our neighborhoods (especially as more and more research shows how important keeping noise pollution down is to the health of individuals, families, and communities).
There is a movement I read about called Make America Rake Again. Some cities like Mill Valley (which ban gas blowers), actually include such rake encouragement in their communications.
Here is an excerpt from the City of Mill Valley site FAQs • Are gas-powered leaf blowers allowed in Mill Valley? regarding raking. It lists raking before using any motorized equipment.
"Instead of using gas-powered leaf blowers, residents and gardeners are encouraged to rake or sweep leaves and debris into piles and dispose of them in the appropriate green trash bin. Residents and gardeners can also use electric leaf blowers or electric leaf vacuums to collect and dispose of leaves.
Please do not leave piles of leaves in the roadway. Leaves left in the street will block storm drains and may lead to flooding."
(By the way, I wonder if there is a certain fascination / obsession with motorized equipment/ tools in this country that does not exist in other countries. Recently I was in western Europe and surprised and delighted to see how many accommodations have washers but still no dryers. They each had plastic folding simple racks that do the same job very well for the most part and with less energy of course.) :
In conclusion, I personally support the total ban of leaf blowers. For one, they are a noise nuisance that would not be tolerated in another form (e.g. a dog barking issue or neighbors yelling consistently).
If at this time, the council does not feel inclined to go this far, I would request serious consideration of policies that places like Burlingame have which assign one weekday for usage.
I would argue that a majority of residents would favor this. (By the way, time-permitting, I may start some informal surveying to see if my position is far off from others. I would send the results to the council, staff and interested parties like Sustainable San Mateo County and Quiet Clean.)
P.S. I hope this is not offensive, but I would not advocate for keeping the policies on this issue "simple" at the expense of sound regulation. Honestly, it was not simple to research this issue and advocate for years about it. We residents, all taxpayers in a democracy, should expect that things not be kept "simple" in lieu of our representation.
Thank you for your efforts and consideration,
Nancy Gogan
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From: Alex Khojikian
To: Andrea Chow
Cc: Christina Horrisberger
Subject: FW: Please consider refining the leaf blower ban Date: Wednesday, November 12, 2025 11:39:09 AM
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FYI
Alex Khojikian
City Manager | City Manager’s Office
330 W. 20th Ave., San Mateo, CA 94403
650-522-7002 | [email protected]
From: Dave Clark
Sent: Wednesday, November 12, 2025 11:26 AM
To: City Council (San Mateo) <[email protected]> Cc: Dustin Chase
Subject: Please consider refining the leaf blower ban
We are almost there! What a relief it will be to throttle back the noise and pollutants from gas powered leaf blowers. San Mateo is one of the largest cities in the county; this decision will have impact for neighboring towns.
Dustin Chase and I have followed this issue for a decade or so. We would like to add to the SIC recommendations and add stronger enforcement measures. https://quietcleansanmateo.org/
"I want to support landscaping worker's safety, my community's safety, and the City of San Mateo's climate goals. I want to help code enforcement with the challenging job of enforcing the gas leaf blower ban. Please reconsider using citizen affidavits in gas leaf blower ban enforcement."
Sincerely
Dave Clark
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From: Clerk
To: Andrea Chow; Christina Horrisberger
Cc: Alex Khojikian; Prasanna Rasiah
Subject: FW: Advocating for action on a gas leaf blower ban Date: Wednesday, October 8, 2025 2:23:24 PM
Please see comment below.
Best,
Chantal
From: Mark Miller
Sent: Tuesday, October 7, 2025 3:11 PM
To: Clerk <[email protected]>
Subject: Fwd: Advocating for action on a gas leaf blower ban Forgot to reply-all. ♂
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From: Mark Miller
Date: Tue, Oct 7, 2025 at 3:09 PM
Subject: Re: Advocating for action on a gas leaf blower ban To: <[email protected]>, <[email protected]>, Lisa Diaz Nash <[email protected]>, <[email protected]>, <[email protected]>
Another thought came to mind about adding operational hours to Sunday. I'm not sure where the request for Sunday is coming from and haven't heard anyone say that they want this. I'm concerned that if San Mateo is the only municipality to offer Sunday blowing, all of the operators will descend on San Mateo on Sunday and disturb the quiet, peaceful environment during one of two days when most residents are enjoying time at home. Meanwhile, there could be no usage during Monday - Friday when many residents are out of the house and the noise will be not as concerning.
On Tue, Oct 7, 2025 at 2:22 PM Mark Miller wrote:
Dear Mayor Newsom, San Mateo City Council and San Mateo City Clerk, Thank you for taking the time to review my letter regarding the consideration of a gas leaf blower ban for the City of San Mateo. I appreciate your ongoing commitment to protecting both the health and well-being of our residents and our environment. 607 of 662
I understand that there are a variety of factors to consider when implementing a new policy, especially regarding the operational hours for electric leaf blowers in residential areas.
However, after careful thought, I would like to address one specific concern that has been raised regarding expanding the operational hours to include Sundays which was discussed at the City Council Regular Meeting on Monday, October 6, 2025.
I strongly believe that adding Sunday to the operational hours would create an unnecessary disturbance to the quiet, peaceful environment that is so vital for the well-being of San Mateo’s residents. Sundays, in particular, serve as an important day for relaxation, reflection, and family time. It is a day when many of us are home and deserve the opportunity to enjoy a quieter, more serene environment.
Even the noise generated by electric powered leaf blowers can be disruptive and detrimental to the quality of life for residents, many of whom work long hours during the week. Limiting their use to Monday - Saturday would strike a better balance -- allowing the necessary yard work to be done while also respecting the need for a peaceful environment.
I respectfully urge the Council to maintain the current proposal, which restricts leaf blower use to Monday - Saturday for residential areas, and to avoid expanding the operational hours to include Sundays. This compromise would achieve the desired environmental benefits, while also protecting the tranquility that so many of us cherish.
Once again, thank you for your leadership in protecting our environment and the health of our community. I trust that the City Council will continue to consider both the environmental impact and the quality of life for San Mateo residents as you move forward with this important decision.
I appreciate your attention and your consideration of this request. -- Mark Miller
On Mon, Apr 7, 2025 at 8:30 PM Mark Miller wrote:
Dear Mayor Newsom and the San Mateo City Council,
Good day. I am a resident of District 5.
I am asking the City Council to reconsider a gas leaf blower ban for the City of San Mateo, now that the City of Burlingame has instituted its own ban effective July 1, 2024. As we are 608 of 662
all aware California law AB 1346 has gone into effect, however online retailers continue to sell gas powered leaf blowers and restock their shelves given little oversight related to enforcement, which means that this law will take several long years to have any measurable impact on the use of these poorly regulated machines that generate a deafening whine of noise that feels inescapable and pollute the atmosphere with high levels of carbon dioxide.
One of the main issues that have prevented municipalities such as San Mateo to institute a ban on gas powered leaf blowers is that landscapers are resistant to change and will have a hard time making the switch to battery operated machines. In order to make the switch, landscapers will need to be pushed into making the change as this group is resistant to change until told to do so apparently.
I am asking the City Council to please have the courage and leadership needed to institute a ban on gas powered leaf blowers to protect the environment for ourselves and more importantly for future generations. Please consider what the City of Burlingame has instituted and the strong message that this says to their residents and businesses, that we care about both your health and the health of our environment with a strong ban on gas powered leaf blowers that goes into effect in a short time table as well as restricting the use of leaf blowers for use by certain areas one day per week and only on weekdays thereby giving back weekends to residents to enjoy without having to endure the noise of these machines.
I appreciate your attention and your consideration of this request. -- Mark Miller
https://www.burlingame.org/573/Leaf-Blowers
https://www.hillsborough.net/618/Leaf-Blowers-in-Hillsborough https://www.losaltosca.gov/development-services/page/gas-powered-leaf-blowersprohibited https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/billNavClient.xhtml?bill id=202120220AB1346 --
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From: Clerk
To: Andrea Chow
Subject: FW: Decision Framework - Electric Leaf Blower Transition Date: Friday, October 24, 2025 5:06:00 PM
Attachments: Decision Framework.pdf
Hi Andrea,
Please see comment attached.
Best,
Chantal
From: Dustin Chase
Sent: Wednesday, October 22, 2025 9:02 AM
To: City Council (San Mateo) <[email protected]> Cc: City Attorney's Office
<[email protected]>; City Mgr <[email protected]>; Clerk <[email protected]>
Subject: Decision Framework - Electric Leaf Blower Transition Honorable Council,
Quiet Clean San Mateo’s goal is to bring the best of the best ideas to the gas leaf blower prohibition program in San Mateo. We appreciate the feedback and comments presented during the October 6 study session.
Finalizing the electric leaf blower prohibition program can be challenging. Please find attached a decision framework we hope will ease the process.
Thank you,
Dustin
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Decision Framework
The San Mateo City Council’s October 6 gas leaf blower prohibition study session raised many questions regarding various ordinance details. It appeared difficult to resolve some of the policy questions.
In response, Quiet Clean San Mateo is offering a decision framework that will hopefully ease the burden on decision makers. This seeks to restate the goals and principles we observe in San Mateo government, and illustrate the status quo in San Mateo regarding gas leaf blowers.
Our Goals and Guiding Principles
Our Goal
Our goal is to foster community vibrancy. The means to achieve our goal is reducing or eliminating machine interference in community activities.
I live in the Mission District of San Francisco. I experience many amazing community activities, such as impromptu street dance parties. Sometimes those things are louder than I’d like, but these activities are about people expressing themselves and living joyfully. It’s people making my community more vibrant.
In San Mateo, we prioritized closing some streets to cars downtown and reducing train noise.
Both those actions reduced machine activity, so people can enjoy a better quality of life in San Mateo.
Guiding Principles
People increase community vibrancy. Machines dull it. We’re eliminating a particularly nasty machine from our community.
Simplicity. We want to minimize city workload and set clear expectations for landscaping businesses, property owners and the entire community. We will have one set of rules for everyone to follow, and simple procedures for accepting and resolving complaints.
Decision Factors
The Impact
The low frequency noise a gas leaf blower produces is extremely loud, carries over 2 football fields away, has little drop off over that distance, and penetrates physical barriers such as doors, windows, and even walls. This noise causes hypertension, stress and aggression. 612 of 662
Every single gas leaf blower violation matters because even a single gas leaf blower can severely impact hundreds of homes.
For those of us who are not exposed to this noise, it is all too easy to dismiss it. But it’s undeniable physics. Noise is vibration, and gas leaf blower noise powerfully affects the human nervous system. It is undeniable physics vs fragile human beings.
It’s no contest: physics always wins. That is why we see people like the resident who asked at the October 6 study session for an immediate gas leaf blower ban. He seems to be struggling much the same way I was in San Mateo, and I hate to think he might end up making an emergency escape from San Mateo as I was forced to.
There is high tension and much conflict in San Mateo neighborhoods over gas leaf blowers. We will relieve that tension by both prohibiting gas leaf blower use in San Mateo, and effectively enforcing that prohibition.
Electric Compromise
Leaf blowers are not necessary for plant care. They are a convenience for property owners, and they’ve become the de facto tool for landscapers.
Banning leaf blowers altogether would best serve our goal of fostering community vibrancy. But property owners like the convenience of leaf blowers, and landscaping businesses insisted they need them, so we compromised on electric models.
These are substantially quieter and produce higher frequency noise than gas leaf blowers do.
So, electric leaf blower noise does not travel nearly as far as gas leaf blower noise does, and it is more easily blocked. But many electric leaf blower models are still quite loud, and many people find them disturbing. My experience with electric leaf blower noise has varied, with some electric models being easily tolerable and others setting my nerves on edge. I could never adapt to gas leaf blower noise, but I can to electric ones. It’s a compromise.
Electric leaf blowers have some of the same drawbacks gas models do because they do exactly the same thing: blow. They can still kick up pollen, dust and animal feces. Those with asthma and other respiratory illnesses will still be affected by electric leaf blowers. However, successfully transitioning to electric leaf blowers requires businesses to use them much more efficiently than the old gas models. The resulting lower speeds should mitigate the huge clouds of dust we see around gas leaf blower operators. Again, this is a compromise with landscaping business owners and their customers in the name of harm reduction.
In this compromise, landscaping business owners got what they asked for and more than they knew. They not only got to keep using leaf blowers, but also got safer working conditions and higher profit margins. They also get financial assistance with the upfront investment in superior tools.
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Their workers’ safety is the main driver behind this change. So, the individuals who are so often thought to be most harmed by this prohibition are those who benefit most.
Our biggest gain with this transition is the elimination of local gas leaf blower emissions. The community will still have to contend with leaf blower noise and dust, but at much lower levels with electric models than with the old gas ones. In exchange for tolerating electric leaf blowers, they get significantly cleaner air, safer neighborhoods and a more vibrant San Mateo.
The XY Problem
Some landscaping business owners have some concerns about electric leaf blowers. Let’s not address these one by one. Instead, let’s address their source.
Many landscaping businesses are trapped in what is called an “XY Problem” with leaf blowers.
It’s a common problem amongst human beings. It’s when we discuss the end user's attempted solution (X) rather than the root problem itself (Y).
Some landscaping businesses see themselves as a leaf blower service, not a landscaping service. They train and supervise their employees as leaf blower operators, not as landscaping workers. The following examples are given not to demonize anyone, but to show how the XY problem shows up in landscaping services, so we can make better policy decisions.
1. A landscaping business employee is directed to spend 20 minutes at the customer’s property. There is very little debris to clear, but the employee has no choice but to spend the full 20 minutes running their leaf blower at virtually nothing. (San Mateo public comment)
2. A tenant wants the landscaper to, at least, spend less time running the gas leaf blower.
He times the landscaper, then times himself doing the same job with a push broom. They are about the same. Another day, he meticulously clears the entire property with a push broom shortly before the landscaper arrives. The landscaper spends no less time using the gas leaf blower than he usually does, blowing the entire, practically pristine property. (My observation)
3. Using a gas leaf blower at full throttle, a landscaper scatters leaves and debris around the customer’s property. He clears one area, does another, then goes to the previous area to clear the debris he just blew back into the area he just cleared. Back and forth the worker goes, eventually herding all the debris into a single pile in the street. He then blows the pile around and up the street to make it appear that he removed them. (My observation)
4. A leaf blower operator finds a few leaves and trimmings in an apartment courtyard.
Instead of sweeping up the small pile, he blows it all the way around the courtyard and into the street. (Reddit)
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5. A landscaper blows an entire parking lot, whether there was any debris in a particular area or not. As he works, he produces a huge cloud of fine dust, which settle\s over the parking lot. He then blows every inch of the parking lot, again, to remove that dust. (My observation)
The numerous landscaping businesses that work efficiently and use leaf blowers appropriately are not likely to complain about the transition to electric leaf blowers. We’re more likely to hear complaints from businesses that use leaf blowers as much as possible, at the highest power possible. The XY problem is the source of battery life and tool performance complaints.
These landscaping business owners themselves are stuck in legacy practices, with gas leaf blowers the ultimate problem. They invite abuse. Convenient gas/oil refilling means you can get away with wasting fuel, so you use full power all the time. You can also use the blower for every speck of debris, no matter how small. The hurricane-force wind moves so much debris at once that you are fooled into believing you are working quickly. Really, that tool is wasting your time and money.
Moving on from gas leaf blowers means solving the XY Problem. Don’t ask “how can I use my leaf blower?” but “how can I best get my work done?” The City of San Mateo did exactly that when it replaced much of its leaf blowing with a Brush Hog.
Customer Expectations
Landscaping business owners react to customer demands, which can lead to excessive, wasteful leaf blower use. Some property owners expect their outdoor areas to be pristine. One of my old San Mateo neighbors used her leaf blower multiple times each day in pursuit of that goal.
Summary
We are eliminating gas leaf blowers in service to community vibrancy. The challenge to this change is mainly in customer expectations and legacy landscaping practices. We will address these challenges simply and effectively.
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1 From: carol wilhelmy
Sent: Sunday, March 1, 2026 1:30 PM
To: City Council (San Mateo); Clerk
Subject: 3/2/2026 agenda item #7 public comment on leaf blower ordinance Dear San Mateo City Council:
To ensure success, an ordinance must be strong and enforced, and its purpose must be understood by the community. The purpose of the leaf blower ordinance is not to address complaints, it is to protect the health and safety of our community. This point can be clarified in the PURPOSE section 10.80.010 of the municipal code.
Upon receipt of code violation reports during the 9 month period leading up to the enforcement date of January 1, 2027, city staff are encouraged to send courtesy notices to property owners and businesses. This will enable a quicker and more successful transition to cleaner tools, and should ease the enforcement burden on the code
enforcement department once strict enforcement begins. Portions of this process can be automated.
A successful ordinance must be equitable.
Please adopt the ordinance city-wide with no exceptions or exemptions, and add Juneteenth National Independence Day to the list of federal holidays on which all leaf blower operation is prohibited.
Please consider adding the language:
"No person shall operate or authorize the use of an internal combustion generator to charge batteries for, or, provide power to, leaf blowers."
Please incorporate language in the ordinance now that will prohibit the use of gas-powered string and hedge trimmers starting January 1, 2028.
Don't leave this task to a future city council!
And last but not least, allow us members of the community to aid in this 616 of 662
2 healing transition to better health for workers, businesses, residents, and visitors in our city.
Thank you for doing the right thing – protecting our health, safety, and quality of life.
Sincerely,
Carol Wilhelmy
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1 From: Andrea Chow
Sent: Friday, February 27, 2026 9:58 AM
To: Chantal Eaton
Subject: FW: Leaf gas blowers
Can you include this as public comment for Monday’s leaf blower item? From: Carolyn Healy
Sent: Friday, February 27, 2026 9:52 AM
To: Andrea Chow <[email protected]>
Subject: Leaf gas blowers
Please add my name to the list of San Mateo residents who want gas leaf blowers eliminated from our city and add my name as a "write in" to the agenda for the city council meeting regarding gas leaf blowers. When I take my daily morning walks in Sunnybrae, I can barely escape the blast of their engines and the dust and debris they churn up. My sleep is interrupted almost every day and definitely every weekend by my neighbors yard workers using their gas leaf blowers. It's miserable. Why is this such a hard issue to fix in such a wealthy city with money pouring into the city coffers from all those new housing developments? Shouldn't we find new ways to make our ever growing population find living here more enjoyable? As I type this right now, my thoughts are interrupted by a neighbors leaf blower! Thank you.
Carolyn Healy
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Leaf Blower
Ordinance
Introduction
Andrea Chow
Sustainability Analyst, City Manager’s Office
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Recommendation
• Introduce an Ordinance to amend San Mateo Municipal Code Chapter 10.80 “Operation of Leaf Blowers” to prohibit the use of gas leaf blowers.
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SSMC Chapter 10.80 “Operation of Leaf Blowers
• Hours of Operation
• Monday through Friday 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
• Saturday 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
• Applicable to residential zoning districts and areas bordering residentially zoned neighborhoods
• Leaf blower use prohibited on Sundays and certain designated holidays
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Proposed Ordinance – key changes
• Prohibits the use of gas leaf blowers citywide
• Includes an effective date of January 1, 2027
• Allows the assignment of penalties to the gas leaf blower operator and to the property owner who hired or employed the services of a person or business utilizing gas leaf blowers
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Restriction of Electric Leaf Blowers- Hours of
Operation
5 Option Hours of Operation Where
Option 1 Monday through Friday 8:00 am – 5:00 pm;
Saturday 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
residential zoning districts and areas
bordering residentially zoned
neighborhoods
Option 2 Monday through Friday 8:00 am – 5:00 pm;
Saturday 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Citywide
Option 3 Monday through Friday 8:00 am – 5:00 pm;
Saturday 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Monday through Friday 7:00 am – 6:00 pm;
Saturday 8:00 am – 6:00 pm
Citywide except for specific uses
Specific uses: commercial, office, or
industrial use, or City-owned property
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Recommendation
• Introduce an Ordinance to amend San Mateo Municipal Code Chapter 10.80 “Operation of Leaf Blowers” to prohibit the use of gas leaf blowers.
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CITY OF SAN MATEO
Agenda Report
City Hall
330 W. 20th Avenue
San Mateo CA 94403
www.cityofsanmateo.org
Agenda Number: 8 Section Name: NEW BUSINESS Account Number: 10-1511 File ID: 26-10942 TO: City Council
FROM: Alex Khojikian, City Manager
PREPARED BY: City Clerk's Office
MEETING DATE: March 02, 2026
SUBJECT:
Boards and Commissions — Establishment of Annual Appointment Subcommittees and Vacancy Process RECOMMENDATION:
Establish the Appointment Subcommittees for the 2026 annual Boards and Commissions recruitment cycle; provide direction to staff regarding any Council Members who wish to serve on additional Appointment Subcommittees, whether eligible Commissioners may be automatically reappointed to an additional term, which upcoming vacancies will require incumbents to reapply and reinterview, and any additional direction necessary to carry out the 2026 recruitment process.
BACKGROUND:
City Council’s Rules and Procedures provide direction for the selection and appointment process for Boards and Commission members. The City Clerk’s Office administers this process, initially by notifying commissioners with terms that are scheduled to expire, verifying interest in continuing to serve, and coordination of the necessary recruitment, including outreach and engagement with the community.
UPCOMING VACANCIES
For the 2026 annual Boards and Commissions recruitment cycle, the City will have 11 commissioner positions and 7 Youth Commissioner positions with terms set to expire. Two commissioners—Board Member Murphy and Commissioner Robbins—have completed two consecutive four-year terms on their respective advisory bodies and, pursuant to Section
6.05 of the City Charter, are not eligible for reappointment. In addition, Ellie Chiu, the Youth Commissioner to the Senior Advisory Commission, will be ineligible to serve an additional term as she will turn 18 prior to the expiration of her current term.
The Civic Arts Commission was established by Ordinance 2025-10; therefore, all five seats will be open for appointment during this recruitment cycle. The duration of term for each appointee will be determined by lot at the Commission’s first regularly scheduled meeting. Staff will also be recruiting Youth Commissioners for first time for this Commission.
The City’s Rules and Procedures provide that the default process is for currently serving commissioners to participate in an interview for reappointment. Alternatively, the Council may approve an automatic reappointment by majority vote based on outstanding performance or other factors warranting continuity in the role. In 2025, the City Council directed that all commissioners interested in continuing their service reapply and participate in the interview process.
Table 1 below identifies the commissioners with expiring terms, the length of their service on the commission, and their expressed interest in continued service.
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Table 1: Commissioners with Expiring Terms
Commissioner Commission Duration of Service in Current
Commission
Interest in Continued
Service
Sheri Boles Community Relations 4 years and 10 months Yes Jennifer Kim Community Relations 1 year and 11 months Yes Alison Joly Library Board 11 months Yes
Erin Finn Library Board (Youth) 1 year No
Oliver Baker Library Board (Youth) 1 year Yes
Peter Wicher Park and Recreation 2 years and 7 months Yes Dahlia
Anapolsky
Park and Recreation (Youth) 1 year Yes
Tolifili Fa Mosquito & Vector Control
District
2 years Yes
Seema Patel Planning 5 years Yes
Susan Rowinksi Senior Advisory 1 year No
Pranav Sathish Senior Advisory (Youth) 1 year Yes
Sigalle Michael Sustainability & Infrastructure 3 years and 10 months Yes Zachary Scott Sustainability & Infrastructure
(Youth)
1 year Yes
Advika Singh Sustainability & Infrastructure
(Youth)
1 year Yes
Karen Moen Measure S Oversight Committee 3 years and 2 months No William Yang Measure S Oversight Committee 3 years and 2 months Yes There are some factors the Council may wish to consider regarding appropriateness for automatic reappointments or requiring incumbents to reapply and reinterview. The 2025 spring recruitment cycle resulted in a 78% increase in applications compared to the prior year, contributing to a more competitive selection process and expanded community awareness of the role and responsibilities of commissioners. Following the recruitment cycle, staff received feedback from some incumbents, including those appointed to partial terms, regarding the requirement to complete a reapplication and interview process within a relatively short timeframe after their initial appointment. The City Clerk’s Office also monitors commissioner attendance at meetings. For the incumbents referenced above, attendance has been consistent with Council expectations. Council may wish to note that one Youth Commissioner seeking reappointment to the Library Board has had limited attendance during the current term.
Council may wish to balance the goal of expanding community participation through open recruitment with considerations of continuity, institutional knowledge, and fairness to commissioners appointed to partial terms.
Question 1. Does the Council wish to authorize automatic reappointment for any eligible incumbents, or require all interested incumbents to reapply and participate in the interview process?
APPOINTMENT SUBCOMMITTEE ESTABLISHMENT
As part of this discussion, Council will be asked to establish Appointment Subcommittees to serve on interview panels and provide recommendations for appointment to the full Council for any scheduled or unscheduled vacancies that occur throughout the year. The City’s Rules and Procedures provide that, at a minimum, each Appointment Subcommittee shall include the Mayor (or the Mayor’s designee) and the Council liaison to the respective commission. Table 2 below identifies the default Appointment Subcommittee assignments.
The Rules and Procedures further provide that an Appointment Subcommittee may include up to five Council Members.
During the 2025 recruitment cycle, a majority (three or more) of the City Council participated on all Appointment Subcommittees for commission vacancies. When a majority of the Council serves on an Appointment Subcommittee, the interviews constitute a Special City Council meeting, which requires additional noticing and administrative coordination by 627 of 662
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staff. Historically, the use of smaller Appointment Subcommittees was intended to provide scheduling flexibility and to avoid the need to convene additional full Council meetings solely for the purpose of conducting interviews.
Table 2: Default Appointment Subcommittees for 2026
Board, Commission, or Committee Default Appointment Subcommittee Civic Arts Commission Mayor Loraine and Council Member Diaz Nash Community Relations Commission Mayor Loraine and Deputy Mayor Fernandez Library Board Mayor Loraine and Council Member Diaz Nash Park and Recreation Commission Mayor Loraine and Council Member Newsom Personnel Board Mayor Loraine and Council Member Cwirko-Godycki Planning Commission Mayor Loraine and Deputy Mayor Fernandez Senior Advisory Commission Mayor Loraine and Deputy Mayor Fernandez Sustainability and Infrastructure Commission Mayor Loraine and Council Member Cwirko-Godycki Measure S Oversight Committee Mayor Loraine and Council Member Cwirko-Godycki Mosquito & Vector Control District Mayor Loraine and Deputy Mayor Fernandez Question 2. Does the Council wish to confirm the default Appointment Subcommittees as identified in Table 2, or modify assignments and/or expand participation?
2026 OUTREACH AND RECRUITMENT SUCCESS PLAN:
The annual Boards and Commissions recruitment process serves as a critical mechanism for advancing civic participation, strengthening community representation, and supporting the City Council’s policy priorities.
In early 2025, the City Clerk’s Office presented the results of the 2025 Demography Study to the City Council. The survey identified continued disparities between the demographic composition of the broader San Mateo community and representation on the City’s Boards, Commissions, and Committees. Following this presentation, the City Council provided direction to staff to explore additional strategies to strengthen outreach and recruitment efforts.
In response, and informed by further research into best practices among city clerk’s offices throughout the State, as well as alignment with the City’s Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Strategic Framework, staff refined and expanded the City’s outreach strategy. The City Clerk’s Office has since updated the 2026 Outreach and Recruitment Success Plan (Attachment 1) to incorporate Council feedback, including the continued use of digital recruitment advertisements, and include measurable performance metrics.
Digital recruitment advertisements were launched for the first time during the 2025 recruitment cycle and will be utilized again in 2026. In 2025, the campaign generated 251,992 display impressions, significantly expanding the City’s reach beyond traditional communication channels. The 2025 campaign contributed to the significant increase in total applications received during the recruitment period.
Question 3. Does the Council have additional direction regarding outreach strategies, recruitment methods, or performance metrics for the 2026 recruitment cycle?
BUDGET IMPACT:
There is no budgetary impact associated with this administrative action.
ENVIRONMENTAL DETERMINATION:
This action is not a project subject to CEQA, because it is an organizational or administrative activity that will not result in direct or indirect physical changes in the environment. (CEQA Guidelines Section 15378(b)(5).)
NOTICE PROVIDED
All meeting noticing requirements were met.
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ATTACHMENTS
Att 1 – Boards and Commissions List
Att 2 – 2026 Outreach and Recruitment Success Plan
STAFF CONTACT
Martin McTaggart, City Clerk
[email protected]
(650) 522-7044
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Boards, Commissions & Committees List
Updated 11/25/2025
Term
Date
Appt’d
Term
Expires
COMMUNITY RELATIONS COMMISSION (650) 522-7220
Meeting: 3rd Wednesday, 7:00 p.m. City Hall (Room C)
1 Sheri Boles, Chair 07-19-21 06-10-26
1 Lamoin Werlein-Jaén 06-10-25 06-10-29
0 Jennifer Kim 06-17-24 06-10-26
2 Jerold Nugent 06-10-20 06-10-28
1 Alli Fitzgerald, Vice Chair 01-17-23 06-10-28
Term
Date
Appt’d
Term
Expires
PLANNING COMMISSION (650) 522-7212
Meeting: 2nd & 4th Tuesdays, 7:00 p.m. Council Chambers 1 Maxwell Schaumkel 06-10-25 06-10-29
1 Caiti Busch 06-10-25 06-10-29
1 Seema Patel, Chair 06-10-21 06-10-26
2 Margaret Williams 07-15-19 06-10-27
1 Adam Klafter, Vice Chair 06-17-24 06-10-28
PARK AND RECREATION COMMISSION (650) 522-7400
Meeting: 1st Wednesday, 7:00 p.m. City Hall (Room C)
2 Sarah Fields 06-10-21 06-10-29
0 Regina Trapp 10-16-23 06-10-27
1 Sandra Kiapi 06-10-23 06-10-27
0 Peter Wicher, Chair 10-16-23 06-10-26
1 Sabrina Ocampo, Vice Chair 07-15-24 06-10-29
1 Vacant, (YC) 10-21-24 11-06-25
1 Dahlia Anapolsky (YC) 06-02-25 06-02-26
PERSONNEL BOARD (650) 522-7260
Meeting: 3rd Tuesday, 7:00 p.m. City Hall (Room C)
2 Debra Kaiser 06-10-21 06-10-29
1 Sally Porush 06-10-25 06-10-29
2 Gayle Murphy 07-20-15 06-10-26
1 Elizabeth DeWinter, Vice Chair 06-10-23 06-10-27
2 Tony Villanueva, Chair 01-19-21 06-10-28
SENIOR ADVISORY COMMISSION (650) 522-7400
Meeting: 2nd Monday, every other month beginning in January 4:00 p.m. San Mateo Senior Center
1 Thomas Lease 04-17-23 06-10-29
0 Anna Cwirko-Godycki, Vice Chair 02-05-24 06-10-27
1 Karl Lorenz 06-10-24 06-10-28
2 Ellen Wang, Chair 07-20-20 06-10-28
0 Susan Rowinski 06-02-25 06-10-26
1 Pranav Sathish (YC) 06-02-25 06-02-26
1 Ellie Chiu (YC) 06-02-25 06-02-26
SUSTAINABILITY & INFRASTRUCTURE (650) 522-7153
COMMISSION
Meeting: 2nd Wednesday, 7:00 p.m. Council Chambers
1 Kimi Narita, 04-05-21 06-10-27
1 Sigalle Michael, Chair 08-15-22 06-10-26
1 Edward “Rich” Kranz, Vice Chair 06-17-24 06-10-28
2 Clifford S. Robbins 08-06-18 06-10-26
1 Jean-Paul Renaud 06-10-25 06-10-29
1 Zachary Scott (YC) 06-02-25 06-02-26
1 Advika Singh (YC) 06-02-25 06-02-26
LIBRARY BOARD (650) 522-7802
Meeting: 4th Monday, 5:30 p.m. Main Library Cedar Rm.
1 Richard Wysong, Vice President 06-10-23 06-10-27
1 Sheila Canzian 04-17-23 06-10-29
1 Wendy McCall, President 04-17-23 06-10-28
0 Alison Joly 06-30-25 06-10-26
1 Annie Tsai 06-17-24 06-10-29
1 Erin Finn (YC) 06-02-25 06-02-26
1 Oliver Baker (YC) 06-02-25 06-02-26
MOSQUITO & VECTOR CONTROL DISTRICT
(650) 573-8358
1 Tolifili Fa 10-07-24 10-07-26
YOUTH ACTIVITIES COUNCIL (YAC) (650) 522-7472
Meets twice a month, Coordinator: Sergio Contreras
Youth from the following schools represent the voice of San Mateo teens:
Aragon – Hillsdale – Serra – San Mateo
Tolifili Fa
10-07-24
10-070 = appointed to unscheduled opening, eligible to serve a first full term -26 1 = in first term currently
2 = in second (final) term currently
YC = Youth Commissioner
Board and Commission Members are appointed by the City Council. To apply for future vacancies, or for further information, please contact the City Clerk. Members serve a four-year term of office. Qualifications: Registered Voter of the City of San Mateo. 630 of 662
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Date
Appt’d
Term
Expires
MEASURE S OVERSIGHT COMMITTEE (650) 522-7040
Meeting: 3rd Tuesday of the 2nd month of the quarter (February, May, August, November) at 6:00 p.m. City Hall (Room C) 1 Sandy Shepler, Vice Chair 04-17-23 06-10-28
0 Karen Moen, Chair 04-17-23 06-10-26
1 Stephen Mayer 06-10-25 06-10-29
0 William Yang, Chair 04-17-23 06-10-26
0 Valerie Oblath 06-02-25 06-10-27
CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION (650) 522-7164
Meeting: 2nd Monday, every other month beginning in January, 4:00 p.m. City Hall (Room C) Robert Gooyer, Vice Chair
Seema Patel
Stephen Tabler, Chair
Dianne Whitaker
Vacant
INVESTMENT ADVISORY COMMITTEE (650) 522-7100
Meeting: 3rd Thursday of Jan/Apr/Jul/Oct at 3:30 p.m., City Hall (Room C) Jeff Adams
Michael Carney
Chris deLong
Margaret Taylor, Chair
Board and Commission Members are appointed by the City Council. To apply for future vacancies, or for further information, please contact the City Clerk. Members serve a four-year term of office. Qualifications: Registered Voter of the City of San Mateo. /s/ MARTIN MCTAGGART, CITY CLERK
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BOARDS, COMMISSIONS, AND
COMMITTEES
OUTREACH AND RECRUITMENT SUCCESS PLAN
2026 Annual Recruitment
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1 Contents
Overview...................................................................................................................................2 City Clerk’s Office Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Strategic Framework Initiative....2 Outreach Plan and Purpose...........................................................................................................................2 Objectives...................................................................................................................................................................2 Metrics for Success...............................................................................................................................................2 Population..................................................................................................................................................................3 Outreach Objectives............................................................................................................................................3 Outreach Plan......................................................................................................................4 Outreach Priorities............................................................................................................................................... 4 Recruitment Timeline........................................................................................................................................ 4 Survey Findings and Recommendations for the 2026 Boards & Commissions Recruitment Cycle................................................................................................................................................5 Metrics .....................................................................................................................................10 Community Organizations & Resources............................................................11 Social Media Outreach..................................................................................................12 Resignations & Expiring Terms ...............................................................................14 633 of 662
2 Broaden the outreach and recruitment strategies for Boards, Commissions, and Committees to bolster inclusive participation reflecting the diversity of the City of San Mateo’s community.
This plan aims to establish priorities, strategies, and messaging for Boards, Commissions, and Committee’s recruitment outreach in 2026 and beyond within the City Clerk’s Office. Aligned with the Clerk’s Office Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Strategic Framework Initiative, its objective is to enhance communication and engagement during the recruitment process effectively, thereby improving overall effectiveness and wider community participation. • Increase the number of applicants per vacancy.
• Broaden the range of applicants by engaging with individuals from underrepresented groups.
• Utilize established partnerships and explore new collaborations to advertise and highlight vacancies.
• Inform the community about the City's advisory committees and ways for individuals to engage and take part in these opportunities. • Conduct and analyze results from regularly scheduled demographic studies of Boards, Commissions, and Committees, including applicant data.
• Track levels of engagement on recruitment efforts through social media and associated webpages.
City Clerk’s Office Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Strategic Framework Initiative
Outreach Plan and Purpose
Objectives
Metrics for Success
Overview
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3 (See March 3, 2025 Boards and Commissions – 2025 Demography Study Agenda Report for a full comparative analysis).
While the 2025 Boards and Commissions Demographic Survey revealed progress and positive trends, representation disparities were identified.
Several populations are underrepresented. Compared to the city’s general population, people of color, multilingual individuals, renters, and young adults are underrepresented on our Boards & Commissions. The study also revealed geographic disparities in representation between Council districts.
During this year’s recruitment cycle, a concentrated effort will be made to reach these underrepresented populations.
• Identify opportunities to leverage existing relationships with community organizations and faith-based institutions.
• Partner directly with organization leadership to promote vacancies at regularly scheduled meetings and special events.
• Expand existing contact list and further develop connections that have been established but are potentially underutilized.
• Consider smaller groups comprised of volunteers, event organizers, and neighborhood leaders.
Population
Outreach Objectives
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4 Overarching priorities to bolster recruitment and outreach to members of underrepresented communities within the City of San Mateo:
Priority #1: Engage with Community Members & Partner to Bolster Outreach Efforts Work directly with partners to engage, collaborate, and communicate throughout the outreach & recruitment process.
Priority #2: Accurate, Open, and Strategic Communication Efforts Promptly distribute accurate information related to B&C recruitment through a variety of City communication channels. Strategize key messages and create highquality content to effectively reach and educate potential applicants.
Priority #3: Data Collection
Monitor progress and collect data throughout this year’s outreach and recruitment cycle.
Date Event
3/2/2026 Confirm Reappointments and Establish Annual Appointment Subcommittees
3/22/2026 Recruitments Begin
4/24/2026 Recruitments Close
5/5/2026 Appointment Subcommittee Interviews Begin
6/1/2026 Council Action on New Appointees
Recruitment Timeline
Outreach Plan
Outreach Priorities
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5 Outreach to New Residents
According to the 2025 survey, the average number of years lived in San Mateo was 24.5 years, with over 77% residing in San Mateo for over a decade.
A longstanding connection to the city continues to be a desirable attribute for applicants, however, outreach to new community members provides opportunities to bolster participation in future recruitments and attract applicants with different lived perspectives and experiences.
Outreach Objectives:
• Share Boards & Commissions informational material with organizations that provide realty and rental services to new residents. • Include Boards & Commissions informational material in new resident resources.
Expand existing contact list and build relationships with community organizations whose member-base consists of individuals who identify as Hispanic and Latino, as well as those who identify as Asian.
According to the 2025 B&C Demography Survey, none of the survey respondents identified as Hispanic, Latino, or of Spanish origin. 24% of the San Mateo population shares this identification. Representation of respondents who identify as Asian was 14% in 2025. 26% of the San Mateo population identifies as Asian.
Outreach Objectives:
• Identify opportunities to leverage existing relationships with community organizations and faith-based institutions.
o Partner directly with organization leadership to promote vacancies at regularly scheduled meetings and special events. • Expand existing contact list and further develop connections that have been established but are potentially underutilized.
o Consider smaller groups comprised of volunteers, event organizers, and neighborhood leaders.
Survey Findings and Recommendations for the 2025 Boards & Commissions Recruitment Cycle
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6 Expand Messaging to Multilingual Applicants
A smaller proportion of commissioners speak a language other than English at home compared to the general population. B&C members are largely monolingual English speakers. Roughly half of San Mateo’s population speaks a language other than English.
At present, representation on B&Cs for Asian and Pacific Islander and Spanish speaking communities is minimal compared to the San Mateo population.
Note, that while the city is not exploring recruitment specific to members of the community whose primary language is not English, outreach to multilingual individuals broadens the range of input available to advisory members as well as members of the community who speak a language other than English and may have limited English proficiency. Incorporating outreach to multilingual communities and organizations will serve to increase participation, engagement and representation from community members who do not speak English as their primary language.
Outreach Objectives:
• Conduct outreach to applicants who speak a second language to narrow the divide between local government and community members who have limited English language proficiency.
• Provide translated resources.
Youth-Targeted Educational Messaging
Age distribution amongst Boards and Commissioners is closely aligned, consistently representative of the 25-44 age bracket, but over-represent the 65+ age bracket. However, San Mateo B&Cs lack young adult representation.
In 2025, there were no young adults between the age of 18 and 24. Youth representation has increased overall, with the introduction of Youth Commissioner positions on the Park and Recreation Commission, Sustainability and Infrastructure Commission, Senior Advisory Commission, and Library Board.
Outreach Objectives:
• Develop material to educate younger populations and introduce them to the idea of serving on a Board or Commission (if they are not presently able to apply or ineligible due to age, they may participate in future recruitments).
• Share educational material with high school student leadership programs and voter education programs to encourage youth engagement.
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8 Outreach to Educational Institutions
According to the 2025 survey, San Mateo’s Boards and Commissions members are highly educated, with about 66.7% holding a post-graduate degree in 2025, which represents a decrease from 75.6% in 2023. 33.3% of Commissioners in 2025 hold a bachelor’s or associate degree, representing an increase from 24.4% in 2023.
An educated applicant pool is greatly desired. However, individuals who do not yet possess but are actively pursuing higher education (or participating in alternative professional programs) may also be potentially viable candidates.
Additionally, those pursuing advanced degrees or certifications are generally comprised of young adults, which is also a target population.
Outreach Objectives:
• Conduct outreach to local educational institutions and professional programs.
Outreach to renters, apartment communities, and nonprofit rental housing providers.
Renters remain under-represented. The results who that 10.8% of boards and commissioners rent or live with parents. 4.4% are identified as other living arrangements. There continues to be an over-representation of homeowners in 2025.
Outreach Objectives
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9 The map below shows the distribution of
Board and Commission Members
currently serving.
The map below shows the distribution of
applicants from January 2023 to present.
Promote Vacancies to Residents of Districts 2, 3, And 4.
District 1 remains the highest represented amongst at 38%, however this was a decrease of almost 10 percentage points from 2023. District 2 remains underrepresented at 8% and experienced a decrease of 2.42 percentage points. Districts 3, 4, and 5 experienced increases in representation.
Outreach Objectives:
• Conduct outreach to neighborhood associations/groups & organizations in those specific areas.
• Partner with Council Members representing these districts to reach members of these communities.
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10 Standard metrics will be tracked to measure the success of this year’s outreach and recruitment efforts.
Email Outreach
• Monitor engagement on vacancy & outreach emails (including eNews messaging containing information related to B&C recruitment) Digital Audio Advertisements
• Track impressions of displays click through rate and total engagement.
Website
• Page views and visitor data on webpages related to recruitment as well as webpages for individual B&Cs.
Social Media
• Engagement, reach and quantity of posts related to outreach and recruitment
Printed Materials
• Number of printed materials distributed to high-traffic locations.
Other Metrics
o Applicant and appointee demographics
o In-Person/Phone inquiries
o Number of materials translated to Spanish or another language o Survey responses
o Proactive collection of applicant demographics data
Metrics
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11 The following list of non-profit/community-based organizations provide a sample of the community organizations and resources to be contacted with to engage with Boards, Commissions, and Committee recruitments. This list is not exhaustive and is expected to grow as partnerships develop. • American Association of University Women (AAUW)
• Center of Independence of Individuals with Disabilities • CORA (Community Overcoming Relationship Abuse)
• Human Investment Project, Inc. (HIP)
• JACL: San Mateo Japanese American Community Center
• Mid-Peninsula Boys & Girls Club, Inc.
• NAACP San Mateo Branch
• Organization of Chinese Americans San Mateo
• Peninsula Conflict Resolution Center
• Peninsula Family Service
• Peninsula Jewish Community Center
• Samaritan House
• San Mateo Adult School
• San Mateo Area Chamber of Commerce
• San Mateo County Health System, Aging and Adult Services • Self-Help for the Elderly
• Silicon Valley Community Foundation
• Taulama for Tongans
Community Organizations & Resources
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12 Twitter Accounts
• @CityofSanMateo
• @SanMateoPD
• @SMCFireDept
• @SMFieldUpdates
Instagram Accounts
• City of SanMateo CA
• San Mateo Public Library
• San Mateo Police Department
• San Mateo Parks and Recreation
• San Mateo Consolidated Fire Department
Facebook Accounts
• City of San Mateo
• Central Park Master Plan
• Dine San Mateo
• Fire Department
• King Center
• Police Department
• Public Library
• San Mateo Parks and Recreation
• San Mateo Teens
Other ways to get the word out to large numbers of people:
• San Mateo Nextdoor - A private social network for your neighborhood.
Make sure to sign up and follow the City's Nextdoor feed for updates, news and events.
• City of San Mateo YouTube Channel - San Mateo has an ever growing collection of videos featuring community events, workshop and much more. See what we’re up too!
• NotifyMe - The City website email notification system offers a wide variety of subscriptions topics for the community.
Social Media
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13 In-Person Community Engagement Opportunities
Recruitment will begin in late March and close in May (with extended recruitment for any vacancies that received limited interest).
Special Events:
Event Date Lead Organization
State of the City Monday, March 30, 2026
Eggstravaganza Saturday, April 4, 2026 Parks & Recreation Earth Day Clean Up Saturday, April 25, 2026 Public Works Mental Health Matters
5K
Saturday, May 31, 2026 SM PAL
Recurring Events:
Event Date Lead Organization
College of San Mateo
Farmers’ Market
Saturdays, 9am –
1:00pm
Pacific Coast Farmers’
Market Association
25th Avenue San Mateo
Farmers’ Market
Begins approx Tuesday
May 7, 2026 Tuesdays
3:00pm – 7:00pm
Pacific Coast Farmers’
Market Association
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14 Commissioner Commission Duration of Service in
Current Commission
Interest in
Continued Service
Sheri Boles Community Relations 4 years and 10 months Yes Jennifer Kim Community Relations 1 year and 11 months Yes Alison Joly Library Board 11 months Yes
Erin Finn Library Board (Youth) 1 year No
Oliver Baker Library Board (Youth) 1 year Yes
Peter Wicher Park and Recreation 2 years and 7 months Yes Dahlia
Anapolsky
Park and Recreation
(Youth)
1 year Yes
Tolifili Fa Mosquito & Vector
Control District
2 years Yes
Seema Patel Planning 5 years Yes
Susan Rowinksi Senior Advisory 1 year No
Pranav Sathish Senior Advisory (Youth) 1 year Yes
Sigalle Michael Sustainability &
Infrastructure
3 years and 10 months Yes
Zachary Scott Sustainability &
Infrastructure (Youth)
1 year Yes
Advika Singh Sustainability &
Infrastructure (Youth)
1 year Yes
Karen Moen Measure S Oversight
Committee
3 years and 2 months No
William Yang Measure S Oversight
Committee
3 years and 2 months Yes
Resignations & Expiring Terms
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Boards and Commissions:
Establishment of Annual
Appointment Subcommittees
and Vacancy Process
Martin McTaggart
City Clerk
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Purpose of This Discussion
Establish the 2026 Appointment Subcommittees and provide direction on upcoming term expirations and the recruitment process.
Question 1. Does the Council wish to authorize automatic reappointment for any eligible incumbents, or
require all interested incumbents to reapply and
participate in the interview process?
Question 2. Does the Council wish to confirm the default Appointment Subcommittees, or modify
assignments and/or expand participation?
Question 3. Does the Council have additional direction regarding outreach strategies, recruitment methods, or performance metrics for the 2026 recruitment cycle?
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Upcoming Term Expirations and Vacancies
Community Relations:
2 Expiring Terms
Library Board:
1 Expiring Term
2 Youth Expiring Terms
Park and Recreation:
1 Expiring Term
1 Expiring Youth Term
Personnel Board:
1 Expiring Term
Planning:
1 Expiring Term
Senior Advisory:
1 Expiring Term
2 Expiring Youth Terms
S&I:
1 Expiring Term
2 Expiring Youth
Measure S:
2 Expiring Terms
Civic Arts Commission:
5 new seats
2 Youth Seats
Mosquito & Vector
Control
1 Expiring Term
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Commissioner Commission Duration of Service in
Current Commission
Interest in
Continued Service
Sheri Boles Community Relations 4 years and 10 months Yes Jennifer Kim Community Relations 1 year and 11 months Yes Alison Joly Library Board 11 months Yes
Erin Finn Library Board (Youth) 1 year No
Oliver Baker Library Board (Youth) 1 year Yes
Peter Wicher Park and Recreation 2 years and 7 months Yes Dahlia Anapolsky Park and Recreation (Youth) 1 year Yes Tolifili Fa Mosquito & Vector Control District 2 years Yes Seema Patel Planning 5 years Yes
Susan Rowinksi Senior Advisory 1 year No
Pranav Sathish Senior Advisory (Youth) 1 year Yes
Sigalle Michael Sustainability & Infrastructure 3 years and 10 months Yes Zachary Scott Sustainability & Infrastructure
(Youth)
1 year Yes
Advika Singh Sustainability & Infrastructure
(Youth)
1 year Yes
Karen Moen Measure S Oversight Committee 3 years and 2 months No William Yang Measure S Oversight Committee 3 years and 2 months Yes 650 of 662
Reappointment Process – Policy Considerations
Default Process (Rules & Procedures)
• Incumbent commissioners participate in an interview for reappointment. • Council may approve automatic reappointment by majority vote based on outstanding performance or continuity considerations.
• In 2025, Council required all interested incumbents to reapply and interview.
Context for 2026
• 2025 spring recruitment saw a 78% increase in applications, expanding community awareness and competition.
• Feedback received from some incumbents (including partial-term appointees) regarding reapplying within a short timeframe of appointment. • Attendance for incumbents referenced above has been consistent with Council expectations.
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Board, Commission,
Committee 2022 2023 2024 2025
Sustainability &
Infrastructure 8 - 6 13
Library Board - 8 10 17
Community Relations 5 - 9 14
Park and Recreation - 4 15 10
Planning - - 12 13
Senior Advisory 0 3 7 7
Personnel Board - 2 - 5
Measure S Oversight - 5 - 8
Mosquito & Vector - - 1 -
Youth Commissioner - - - 20
Total 13 22 60 107
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Council Question #1
Does the Council wish to authorize automatic reappointment for any eligible incumbents, or require all interested incumbents to reapply and participate in the interview process?
Policy Considerations:
• Expanding community participation
• Continuity and institutional knowledge
• Impact on partial-term appointees
• Performance and attendance
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Appointment Subcommittee Establishment
• Appointment Subcommittees:
• Serve on interview panels
• Review applicants
• Provide appointment recommendations to the full Council • Address scheduled and unscheduled vacancies throughout the year Rules & Procedures Requirements:
• Each Appointment Subcommittee shall include:
• The Mayor (or Mayor’s designee)
• The Council liaison to the respective commission
• Subcommittees may include up to five Council Members
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Appointment Subcommittee Establishment
2025 Practice
• A majority (3+ Council Members) participated on all Appointment Subcommittees
• When a majority serves:
• Interviews constitute a Special City Council Meeting
• Additional noticing and staff coordination are required Historical Practice
• Smaller subcommittees were intended to:
• Provide scheduling flexibility
• Avoid convening additional full Council meetings solely for interviews 655 of 662
Council Question #2
Does the Council wish to confirm the default Appointment Subcommittees as identified in Table 2, or modify assignments and/or expand participation? Board, Commission, or Committee Default Appointment Subcommittee Civic Arts Commission Mayor Loraine and Council Member Diaz Nash Community Relations Commission Mayor Loraine and Deputy Mayor Fernandez Library Board Mayor Loraine and Council Member Diaz Nash Park and Recreation Commission Mayor Loraine and Council Member Newsom Personnel Board Mayor Loraine and Council Member Cwirko-Godycki Planning Commission Mayor Loraine and Deputy Mayor Fernandez Senior Advisory Commission Mayor Loraine and Deputy Mayor Fernandez Sustainability and Infrastructure Commission Mayor Loraine and Council Member Cwirko-Godycki Measure S Oversight Committee Mayor Loraine and Council Member Cwirko-Godycki Mosquito & Vector Control District Mayor Loraine and Deputy Mayor Fernandez 656 of 662
Boards & Commissions Recruitment Overview
Expanded Outreach Strategy
In response to Council direction, staff:
• Conducted research into best practices among city clerk offices statewide
• Aligned recruitment efforts with the City’s Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Strategic Framework
• Refined and expanded outreach methods
• Next demography study scheduled for 2027
The 2026 Outreach & Recruitment Success Plan:
• Incorporate Council feedback
• Continue digital recruitment advertisements
• Include measurable performance metrics
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Applicant Survey
Feedback Analysis:
1. Engaged and Diverse Applicants
2. Suggestions for Improvements
3. Strong Civic Motivation
4. Effective Outreach via Direct
Communication
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Council Question #3
Does the Council have additional direction regarding outreach strategies, recruitment methods, or performance metrics for the 2026 recruitment cycle? Recruitment Considerations:
• Targeted Outreach
• Application/Interview Process
• Post-Interview Considerations
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Recruitment Timeline
March 2
Recruitment
Direction
March 22
Application
Period
Opens
April 24
Application
Period
Closes
May 5 -27
Interviews
Conducted
June 1
Applicants Sworn
In
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Council Direction
Establish the 2026 Appointment Subcommittees and provide direction on upcoming term expirations and the recruitment process.
Question 1. Does the Council wish to authorize automatic reappointment for any eligible incumbents, or
require all interested incumbents to reapply and
participate in the interview process?
Question 2. Does the Council wish to confirm the default Appointment Subcommittees, or modify
assignments and/or expand participation?
Question 3. Does the Council have additional direction regarding outreach strategies, recruitment methods, or performance metrics for the 2026 recruitment cycle?
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Thank You
Martin McTaggart
City Clerk
[email protected]
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