HomeMy WebLinkAbout3.8 Supporting PG&E's Project HELP CITY OF DUBLIN
AGENDA STATEMENT
CITY COUNCIL MEETING DATE: November 14, 1983
SUBJECT Resolution Supporting PG&E ' s PROJECT HELP
EXHIBITS ATTACHED Letter from Lou Holveck dated October 14 , 1983 ;
Information Letter and Brochure ; Resolution
RECOMMENDATION Z Adopt Resolution
FINANCIAL STATEMENT: None
DESCRIPTION The City has been requested by PG&E to adopt a
resolution supporting PROJECT HELP . This project
provides free weatherization for eligible low income
honeowners . Mr. Lou Holveck of PG&E will be available
at the meeting to describe the program in more detail .
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2 COPIES TO: Lou Holveck
ITEM NO. y • 8
PACIFIC GAS AND ELECTRIC COMPANY
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L. R. (LOU) HOLVECK
MANAGER-LIVERMORE October 14, 1983
Mr. Richard Ambrose R E C E I V ED
City of Dublin
P. 0. Box 2340 ��r 241981
Dublin, CA 94568 City 0,
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Dear Mr. Ambrose: '
As our energy costs rise so must our commitment to energy conservation. The
growth rate of our state additionally increases the demand for energy.
Conservation provides a means of saving both energy and money.
PGandE has contracted with Cal-Neva, a Community Action Association to provide
FREE weatherization for eligible low income homeowners through a program called
PROJECT HELP. The project has $19,000,000 available to insulate qualifying
homes in the PGandE service area. Their goal in Contra Costa and Alameda
Counties is 4,050 homes during 1983,
The program does not cost the City or the homeowner anything yet provides a
vital service to those members of your community economically unable to take
advantage of other weatherization programs.
We realize that this program will not solve all of our energy problems but it
is a positive step and I urge the City Council to endorse this effort through
adoption of a resolution of support.
I have enclosed copies of a draft resolution and a program brochure for each
council member as well as copies of a letter which may be reproduced for use
by the council members in encouraging local participation in this program.
It is requested that this item be placed on your October 24, 1983 City Council
agenda for consideration. I will plan to attend and answer any questions the
council may have.
Sincerely,
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L. R. Holveck
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Enclosures
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Dear Friend:
As our energy costs rise so must our commitment for energy conservation.
We in Northern California have a tremendous growth record and as we grow, so does
the demand for energy. These demands can be cut if we conserve, thereby saving
both energy and money.
I am very concerned about the effects that rising energy costs are having
on our senior citizens and others who may be living on fixed incomes or experiencing
an economic hardship. '
PGandE has contracted with California/Nevada (Cal-Neva) , a Community
Action Association and Family Tutorial to provide a FREE weatherization program
for eligible low income home owners in-Alameda County.
This is one of the ways PGandE is addressing your concern and my concern
for saving energy.
You may, therefore, hear or see advertising of this program called PROJECT
HELP. I assure you this is a program which all homeowners who qualify should take
advantage of.
I know you may find it 'difficult to believe the weatherization program
being offered by PGandE, Cal-Neva, and Family Tutorial is FREE to all eligible
home owners; but it is. You may qualify if:
1 . You are a home owner living in your home.
2. You meet the program' s income guidelines.
Family Tutorial will determine if you are eligible to benefit from the
program. If you qualify, they will provide the materials and labor FREE of charge.
Neither PGandE, Cal/Neva, nor Family Tutorial will bill you or place a lien on your
property; the weatherization is at NO COST to you now or in the future.
We realize that this FREE weatherization program will not solve all of
our energy problems, but it is a step in the right direction, and I as your City
Council member endorse these efforts.
With your help and .mine, conservation can help keep the cost of gas and
electricity down. I encourage you to take advantage of this FREE weatherization
program.
If you feel you quality or need more information on how you qualify, you
may call Family Tutorial at 889-0921 or your local PGandE Office.
Sincerely,
Item 5.2 Exhibit Missing
PG&E Project HELP Brochure
RESOLUTION NO. - 83
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF DUBLIN
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SUPPORTING PG&E ' s NO COST WEATHERIZATION PROGRAM
PROJECT HELP
WHEREAS, the City of Dublin is committed to energy
conservation and recognizes the importance of weatherizing homes
in an effort to make them more energy efficient and control
utility bills during time of extreme weather conditions; and
WHEREAS, conservation efforts are being fostered by
Pacific Gas and Electric Company in cooperation with Family
Tutorial for the purpose of weatherizing eligible customers '
homes ; and
WHEREAS , this no-cost weatherization program is being
offered by Pacific Gas and Electric Company and Family Tutorial to
the qualifying utility customer .
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City of Dublin
joins in supporting Pacific Gas and Electric Company and Family
Tutorial in their efforts to help promote energy conservation
through the free home weatherization program called PROJECT HELP .
PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED this 14th day of November,
1983 .
AYES :
NOES :
ABSENT:
Mayor
ATTEST:
City Clerk