8.C.
City Council Meeting - FINAL
- Meeting Date:
- 10/15/2024
- From:
- Sarah Langley, Public Affairs Director
TITLE:
Consideration and Ratification: Letter of Opposition to ACC Docket 24-0025: Proposed Modifications to the Electric Energy Efficiency Standards Rules – Article 24
STAFF RECOMMENDED ACTION:
Retroactively approve the letter of opposition.
Executive Summary:
The City of Flagstaff's Sustainability Division requested that the Mayor and Council submit a letter of opposition to the Arizona Corporation Commission (ACC) related to an upcoming decision on Proposed Modifications to the Electric Energy Efficiency Standards Rules – Article 24 (Docket 00000A-24-0025). The proposal before the ACC would effectively abolish energy efficiency programs established under Article 24. The City's 2024 State Legislative Priorities include the priority of "urging the Arizona Corporation Commission to adopt a statewide clean energy standard that achieves 100% carbon-free energy in our state".
The letter was submitted as a public comment to Docket No. 00000A-24-0025 on Friday, September 27. Staff is requesting retroactive Council approval of the letter.
The letter was submitted as a public comment to Docket No. 00000A-24-0025 on Friday, September 27. Staff is requesting retroactive Council approval of the letter.
Financial Impact:
None.
Policy Impact:
None.
Previous Council Decision or Community Discussion:
None.
Options and Alternatives to Recommended Action:
None.
Connection to PBB Priorities and Objectives:
Facilitate, develop, and encourage carbon-neutral energy opportunities.
Connection to Regional Plan:
N/A
Connection to Carbon Neutrality Plan:
FS-3: Support fuel switching in existing residential and commercial buildings.
Connection to 10-Year Housing Plan:
N/A