Summary

Energy and Environment Committee meeting summary

Los AngelesAug 9, 20242 min read

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The committee approved seven items, including an ordinance to amend sewer-related charges, an amendment to a DWP budget and decision‑support contract with Oracle, two advisory appointments, a motion to pilot water‑saving measures at the Gaffey Street Community Garden, a directive to seek federal funding options for abandoned oil wells, and an amended DWP report on e‑bike subsidy feasibility.

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Energy and Environment Committee

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Committee members voted to move forward on several utility and environmental actions. The body approved an ordinance that changes how certain sewer fees are set (the minutes do not include the specific fee amounts). The Department of Water and Power received approval to amend a contract for its budget and decision‑support system, and the committee endorsed looking into an e‑bike subsidy program. The meeting also approved appointments to two advisory committees and actions to explore water‑saving pilots for a community garden and federal funding for abandoned oil wells. These are approvals to proceed; specific program details, funding amounts, and next steps will be decided in later reports or actions.

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Approved City Attorney report and ordinance to amend Municipal Code sections related to the quality surcharge fee, sewer service charge, and sewage conveyance charge.
Approved Board of Water and Power Commissioners report to authorize Amendment No. 1 to Agreement No. 47538 with Oracle America, Inc. for the Budget and Decision Support System and Integration Services (fiscal impact noted).
Approved reappointment of Sarah Nichols to the Climate Emergency Mobilization Commission (Mayor communication).
Approved appointment of Marianne King as the Council District 12 primary representative to the Community Forest Advisory Committee (background check pending).
Approved motion to pursue partnerships and a pilot for sustainable practices at the Gaffey Street Community Garden, including drip systems, water capture, composting, and mulching.
Approved motion instructing the Office of Petroleum and Natural Gas Administration and the Department of City Planning to report on plans to proactively seek federal funding to address abandoned oil wells.
Approved Department of Water and Power report, as amended, on the feasibility of an e‑bike subsidy program with qualifications similar to existing rebates for electric vehicles and residential EV charging stations.

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