MINUTES
Note: Each item on the Consent or Regular agenda may include explanatory documents, including an Executive Officer’s report and public correspondence.
These items will be available for review at City Hall, Room 244, Reception Desk.
Regular Meeting - LAFCo
March 25, 2011, at 2:00 p.m.
City Hall, Legislative Chamber, Room 250
Chairperson David Campos
Vice-Chair Ross Mirkarimi
Members
Commissioners John Avalos and Hope Schmeltzer
Alternates
Commissioners Eric Mar and Leah Pimentel
REGULAR AGENDA
1. Call to Order and Roll Call
The meeting convened at 2:11 p.m.
Present: Chairperson David Campos, Commissioners Ross Mirkarimi, and Leah Pimentel.
Absent: Commissioners John Avalos, and Hope Schmeltzer.
There was a quorum.
2. Approval of the Minutes from the February 28, 2011, Special LAFCo Meeting
Public Comment: None.
Commissioner Pimentel, seconded by Chairperson Campos, moved to approve the minutes from the February 28, 2010 regular meeting of LAFCo. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Chairperson Campos, Commissioners Mirkarimi, and Pimentel.
Noes: None.
Action: Approved.
Item Nos. 3 and 5 were heard together.
3. Report on the Status of Community Choice Aggregation (CCA) Activities
Michael Campbell, CCA Director, SFPUC, presented information on activities concerning the CCA program and related matters, including an update on the pilot pole-mounted solar program.
Nancy Miller, Interim Executive Director, SF LAFCo, relayed additional information on activities and events.
A. San Francisco Program
Michael Campbell, CCA Director, SFPUC, presented information on activities related to the CCA program, including a status update on the selection of a provider.
B. State Legislation: Consideration of a Resolution of Support for SB 790
Jason Fried, Senior Program Officer, SF LAFCo, presented background information on the resolution of support and SB 790.
Commissioner Mirkarimi, seconded by Commissioner Pimentel, moved to approve the resolution as presented. The motion passed by the following vote:
Ayes: Chairperson Campos, Commissioners Mirkarimi, and Pimentel.
Noes: None.
Action: Approved.
C. Report on Other Legislation Affecting Community Choice Aggregation Programs
Jason Fried, Senior Program Officer, SF LAFCo, presented information on upcoming legislation that may have an effect on CCA programs and what staff will be doing in the future.
D. Status on Marin Clean Energy
Michael Campbell, CCA Director, SFPUC, gave an update on Marin Clean Energy’s program and where they are in the process of selecting new projects to build their own renewable energy sources.
E. Status of Proceedings at California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC)
Michael Campbell, CCA Director, SFPUC, provided a brief update on activities at the CPUC that could affect CCA programs.
Public Speakers: Eric Brooks, SF Green Party, spoke on other CCA programs and provided suggestions on next steps.
Commissioner Pimentel, seconded by Commissioner Mirkarimi, moved to continue this item to the call of the Chair. The motion passed by the following vote:
Ayes: Chairperson Campos, Commissioners Mirkarimi, and Pimentel.
Noes: None.
Action: Continued to the Call of the Chair.
4. Report on the Issuance of the Request for Proposal (RFP) for a study on Refuse Collection, Hauling, and Disposal in the Greater Bay Area
Nancy Miller, Interim Executive Director, SF LAFCo, gave an update on the RFP process and presented information on the respondents.
Jason Fried, Senior Program Officer, SF LAFCo, answered questions from the Commission and provided information on future meetings.
A. Ratification of Contract with Provider
Commissioner Pimentel, seconded by Commissioner Mirkarimi, moved to approve the contract with provider. The motion passed by the following vote:
Ayes: Chairperson Campos, Commissioners Mirkarimi, and Pimentel.
Noes: None.
Action: Approved.
Public Comment: None.
5. Update Report on Pilot Pole-Mounted Solar Program
See Item No. 3.
6. Consideration and Approval of SF LAFCo Budget for Fiscal Year 2011/2012 (pursuant to Government Code Section 56381)
Jason Fried, Senior Program Officer, SF LAFCo, presented information on the proposed budget for fiscal year 2011/2012 and answered questions throughout the discussion.
Commissioner Pimentel, seconded by Commissioner Mirkarimi, moved to approve the SF LAFCo budget for fiscal year 2011/2012. The motion passed by the following vote:
Ayes: Chairperson Campos, Commissioners Mirkarimi, and Pimentel.
Noes: None.
Action: Approved.
Public Comment: None.
7. Presentation of Awards for the CleanPowerSF Photo Contest
Jason Fried, Senior Program Officer, SF LAFCo, presented an award to the CleanPowerSF photo contest winner, Emily, and Gabriel who took the photo.
The Commission congratulated Emily and Gabriel, and thanked all participants.
Public Comment: None.
Commissioner Mirkarimi, seconded by Commissioner Pimentel, moved to file this matter. The motion passed by the following vote:
Ayes: Chairperson Campos, Commissioners Mirkarimi, and Pimentel.
Noes: None.
Action: Filed.
8. Executive Officer’s Report
No report.
Public Comment: None.
9. Public Comment for Items Not on the Agenda
Public Comment: None.
10. Future Agenda Items
No report.
Public Comment: None.
11. Adjournment
The meeting adjourned at 2:54 p.m.