TO: Board of Supervisors
FROM: Executive Office
MEETING DATE: February 26, 2019
DEPARTMENT CONTACT:
Carmel J. Angelo
PHONE:
463-4441
DEPARTMENT CONTACT:
Steve Dunnicliff
PHONE:
463-4441
ITEM TYPE: Regular Agenda
TIME ALLOCATED FOR ITEM: 60 min
AGENDA TITLE:
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Discussion and Possible Action Regarding Presentation from Aircon Energy Regarding Energy and Sustainability Services for County-Owned Facilities, Including Results of an Initial Feasibility Study
(Sponsor: Executive Office)
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RECOMMENDED ACTION/MOTION:
recommendation
Receive the presentation, including the results of an initial feasibility study from Aircon Energy, and provide direction that may include having Aircon Energy conduct a formal investment grade audit of County facilities and return to the Board to present final recommendations and options to implement and fund energy efficiency improvements.
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PREVIOUS BOARD/BOARD COMMITTEE ACTIONS:
On January 2, 2002, the Board approved an agreement with Aircon Energy for energy retrofit services for the Public Health facility on Dora Street. On September 20, 2016 the Board received a presentation from Aircon Energy and directed staff work with the firm to complete a feasibility study. In budget planning for FY 18-19, there was Board discussion regarding the exploration of solar at County facilities.
SUMMARY OF REQUEST:
Aircon Energy, serving northern California since 1974, specializes in turnkey energy and sustainability project identification, development and implementation for state and local governments. Projects range from identifying and implementing solutions to reduce energy and water costs, such as interior/exterior lighting and controls to water usage and irrigation. The premise behind project identification is to determine what facility renewal measures are applicable and will generate a proportionate amount of savings that basically make the project cost neutral, such as alternative energy solution...
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