RMC Monthly Report January 2022 FY22 Water Conservation Division City of Austin | Austin Water s t i n U f o r e b m u N 400 300 200 100 0 Residential Program Participation, FY22 YTD FY19 FY20 FY21 FY22 253 200 153 91 163 119 122 42 29 31 20 11 13 11 15 2 Irrigation Upgrade Irrigation Audits WaterWise Landscape + Rainscape Rainwater Harvesting RMC Monthly Report – January 2022 02 60 50 40 30 20 0 Commercial & Multifamily Program Participation, FY22 YTD FY19 FY20 FY21 FY22 54 10 8 11 1 0 0 2 3 0 0 0 0 3 2 1 0 Commercial Audit Commercial Process Rebates Commercial Kitchen Rebates Rainwater Harvesting RMC Monthly Report – January 2022 03 $450,000 $400,000 $350,000 $300,000 $ e v i t n e c n I $250,000 $200,000 $150,000 $100,000 $50,000 $0 Rebates and Incentives Budget, FY22 YTD FY22 Total Budget Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 $420,000 $245,000 $65,000 $- $- Commercial Commercial Multi-Family Multi-Family Residential Residential RMC Monthly Report – January 2022 $29,269.65 04 140 120 100 80 60 40 20 0 Water Waste/Watering Restrictions Enforcement Activity, FY22 YTD Warnings Issued and 311 Reports 120 97 45 Oct 53 38 4 Jan 2 Nov 3 Dec Warnings 311 Reports Current Drought Response Stage: Conservation Stage RMC Monthly Report – January 2022 05 Regulated Compliance Program Activity, December 2021 3009 3500 3000 2500 2000 1500 1000 500 0 339 169 43 240 52 Commercial Facility Irrigation Assessments Commercial Vehicle Wash Facility Efficiency Assessment Cooling Tower Efficiency Assessments Compliant Non-Compliant RMC Monthly Report – January 2022 06 Total Public Outreach Activity, FY22 YTD Number of Events FY21 FY22 Populations Reached FY21 FY22 6 3 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0 25,000 20,000 15,000 10,000 5,000 0 0 0 1,560 605 0 0 Community Events School Presentations Community Events School Presentations RMC Monthly Report – January 2022 07 Total Social Media Activity, FY22 YTD Oct Nov Dec Jan s n o i t c a r e t n I f o r e b m u N 140,000 120,000 100,000 80,000 60,000 40,000 20,000 0 Facebook Twitter Monthly activity by platform Instagram RMC Monthly Report – January 2022 08 My ATX Water Meter (AMI) Installations, FY22 YTD 35000 30000 25000 20000 15000 10000 5000 0 Oct Nov Dec Jan Monthly Installations Overall Installations RMC Monthly Report …
Customer Energy Solutions FY22 – Quarter 1 Report As of 12/31/2021 Quarterly Rebates by District and Outside of COA Solar PBI not included. Rebates paid may not align with AE Finance eCombs system as of Q1-2022. Dollars are unaudited. Data is as of Q1-2022 and is not a complete year. Energy Efficiency Services Residential Programs AE Weatherization (WAP) – Direct Install In Q1 of FY22, the Weatherization Assistance Program returned to performing final QC • inspections in the field with our third party vendors. This move will ensure that customers are receiving the highest quality of installations. • The Weatherization Assistance Program also launched the Medically Vulnerable Registry (MVR) AC (Air Conditioning) Pilot Program. This Pilot Program will provide CAP customers on the MVR with new or repaired AC units. Appliance Efficiency Program (AEP) FY22 Q1, The Appliance Efficiency Program is in the process of working on a new proposal and • processes for implementing an additional measure, Solar Screens, to the program. Target go live date is Spring of FY22. • The Appliance Efficiency Program is currently working on outreach material to target new potential contractors in the Austin Energy service area; to provide program eligibility, incentives, etc. Home Performance w/Energy Star (HPwES) 1 • The program team worked with Texas Gas Service in December to add them to FY22 the Limited Time Offer. Texas Gas Service joined the Limited Time Offer on 1/7/2022 with an $100 rebate for eligible Texas Gas Service customers. • To promote quality control, the Home Performance with ENERGY STAR program resumed Third Party QA /QC inspections in Q1. Instant Savings is pursuing a rebate for Austin Water in Instant Savings for Spring 2022 pilot for SPUR – Instant Savings • hose-end timers. Vendor CLEAResult in beta testing. • The vendor held four instore events this quarter to bring awareness to Instant Savings, Power Partner and other EES programs. The field representative was able to provide education on lighting (esp. Holiday lighting), the Power Partner Seasonal special and general energy efficiency questions. • Direct Install - Low-income outreach with Foundation Communities (FC) – Residents of 11 out of a total 23 properties have received weatherization kits. The pandemic has had quite an impact on delivering these due to the property manager’s concern of Covid exposure during the delivery. FC will personally deliver to the four single resident occupancy properties. CR is hoping to deliver …
RESOURCE MANAGEMENT COMMISSION February 15, 2022 6:00 p.m. Austin Energy Headquarters; 1st Floor; Shudde Fath Conference Room 4815 Mueller Blvd, Austin, Texas 78723 Some members of the Resource Management Commission maybe participating by videoconference. The meeting may be viewed online at: http://www.austintexas.gov/page/watch-atxn-live AGENDA Members: Jonathan Blackburn, Chair (District 8) Kaiba White, Vice Chair (District 2) Charlotte Davis (District 1) Sam Angoori (District 3) Shane Johnson (District 4) Tom “Smitty” Smith (District 5) Louis Stone (District 6) Dana Harmon (District 9) Rebecca Brenneman (District 10) Lisa Chavarria (Mayor) Vacant (District 7) For more information, please visit: www.austintexas.gov/rmc CALL MEETING TO ORDER CITIZEN COMMUNICATION: GENERAL Speakers who register to speak no later than the day before the meeting will be allowed a three- minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve minutes of the January 24, 2022 Special Called Meeting of the Resource Management Commission. CITIZEN PRESENTATION STAFF REPORTS AND BRIEFINGS Water Heating. ITEMS FROM COMMISSIONERS 2. Presentation from citizen Paul Robbins regarding toxic materials in buildings. 3. Quarterly update from Texas Gas Service. 4. Quarterly update from Austin Water. 5. Update regarding Alternatives for EV ready, Electric ready, and Residential Multifamily 6. Discussion and possible action regarding a resolution on Electric Readiness and EV- Ready. (Sponsors: White; Johnson; Smith) The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the American with Disabilities Act. Reasonable modifications and equal access to communications will be provided upon request. Meeting locations are planned with wheelchair access. If requiring Sign Language Interpreters or alternative formats, please give at least two days (48 hours) before the meeting date. TTY users route through Relay Texas at 711. To register for Citizen Communication or for additional information regarding the Resource Management Commission, please email Natasha.Goodwin@austinenergy.com . Natasha Goodwin, Austin Energy, (512)322-6505 or call at FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS 7. Discuss potential future agenda items. ADJOURN The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the American with Disabilities Act. Reasonable modifications and equal access to communications will be provided upon request. Meeting locations are planned with wheelchair access. If requiring Sign Language Interpreters or alternative formats, please give at least two days (48 hours) before the meeting date. TTY users route through Relay Texas at 711. To register for Citizen Communication or for additional information regarding the Resource Management Commission, please email Natasha.Goodwin@austinenergy.com . Natasha Goodwin, Austin Energy, (512)322-6505 or …
RESOURCE MANAGEMENT COMMISSION February 15, 2022 6:00 p.m. Austin Energy Headquarters; 1st Floor; Shudde Fath Conference Room 4815 Mueller Blvd, Austin, Texas 78723 Some members of the Resource Management Commission maybe participating by videoconference. The meeting may be viewed online at: http://www.austintexas.gov/page/watch-atxn-live Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely by telephone. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once either in-person or remotely and will be allowed up to three minutes to provide their comments. Registration no later than noon the day before the meeting is required for remote participation. To register contact Natasha Goodwin at Natasha.Goodwin@austinenergy.com or 512-322-6505. REVISED AGENDA Members: Jonathan Blackburn, Chair (District 8) Kaiba White, Vice Chair (District 2) Charlotte Davis (District 1) Sam Angoori (District 3) Shane Johnson (District 4) Tom “Smitty” Smith (District 5) Louis Stone (District 6) Dana Harmon (District 9) Rebecca Brenneman (District 10) Lisa Chavarria (Mayor) Vacant (District 7) For more information, please visit: www.austintexas.gov/rmc CALL MEETING TO ORDER CITIZEN COMMUNICATION: GENERAL Speakers who register to speak no later than the day before the meeting will be allowed a three- minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve minutes of the January 24, 2022 Special Called Meeting of the Resource Management Commission. CITIZEN PRESENTATION STAFF REPORTS AND BRIEFINGS 2. Presentation from citizen Paul Robbins regarding toxic materials in buildings. 3. Quarterly update from Texas Gas Service. 4. Quarterly update from Austin Water. 5. Update regarding Alternatives for EV ready, Electric ready, and Residential Multifamily Water Heating. The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the American with Disabilities Act. Reasonable modifications and equal access to communications will be provided upon request. Meeting locations are planned with wheelchair access. If requiring Sign Language Interpreters or alternative formats, please give at least two days (48 hours) before the meeting date. TTY users route through Relay Texas at 711. To register for Citizen Communication or for additional information regarding the Resource Management Commission, please email Natasha.Goodwin@austinenergy.com . Natasha Goodwin, Austin Energy, (512)322-6505 or call at ITEMS FROM COMMISSIONERS 6. Discussion and possible action regarding a resolution on Electric Readiness and EV- Ready. (Sponsors: White; Johnson; Smith) FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS 7. Discuss potential future agenda items. ADJOURN The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the American with Disabilities Act. Reasonable modifications and equal access to communications will be provided …
Water Conservation Update Resource Management Commission Kevin Kluge | February 15, 2022 Agenda Water supply outlook On-going activities: • Onsite water reuse • Reclaimed water • Austin Energy partnerships • Water Forward strategy - Landscape Transformation Ordinance New activities: • Winter enforcement activities • New conservation supervisors • Conservation penalty ordinance • Bright Green Future School Grants Drought Stage Triggers: Stage 1: 1.4 Million Acre Feet (MAF) Stage 2: 0.9 MAF Stage 3: 0.6 MAF Highland Lakes Storage summary as of February 8, 2022 Combined lake storage: 1.55 million acre feet Combined reservoir total: 78% On-going activities Onsite water reuse Incentives approved 1 app. in review 1 app. reserving funds On-site blackwater reuse system (CLARA) Reclaimed water Mandatory connection increased 250’ to 500’ Voluntary incentives • Irrigation conversion • Cooling tower conversion • Up to $100,000 per account Austin Energy - Instant Savings Austin Energy – All-Star Program Pilot project for hose water timers at The Home Depot Energy and water conservation education Instant savings of $5 6,000+ sixth graders Water Forward strategy - Landscape Transformation Ordinance Spring/Summer 2022 – stakeholder outreach • Feb. 10 - Stakeholder Meeting • Feb. 23 - Public Meeting Fall/Winter 2022 - review of proposal Winter 2022 – Commissions and Council New activities Winter enforcement activities Suspend regular patrols Shift staff time to • expanded irrigation audits • water waste investigation New supervisors Customer Programs Supervisor Research and Planning Supervisor Conservation penalty ordinance Penalty process changed in Dec. 2022 Currently, all penalties start at $250 New framework will delineate by violation type and occurrence Timeline • March 9 – Water & Wastewater Commission • March 22 – Resource Management Commission • April/May – City Council Bright Green Future School Grants Austin Water sponsorship 6 Rain garden projects • Conserve water • Native plant education • Minimize soil erosion QUESTIONS? Kevin Kluge Water Conservation Division Manager City of Austin | Austin Water 512-974-0400 kevin.kluge@austintexas.gov
BOARD/COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION Resource Management Commission Resolution on Electric Readiness and EV-Ready WHEREAS, the Austin City Council approve the Austin Climate Equity Plan on September 30, 2021, which commits the city to achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2040, and reducing greenhouse gas emissions by approximately 75% by 2030; and WHEREAS, the Austin Climate Equity Plan calls for code amendments, incentives and education to enable electrification of buildings; and WHEREAS, the Austin Climate Equity Plan calls for codes that address future EV charging needs; and WHEREAS, the majority of the public comments submitted during the 2021 Austin Energy Conservation Code adoption process were supporting adoption of Electric Readiness and EV-Ready code amendments; and WHEREAS, it is more affordable to do electric wiring and install and appropriately sized electric panel at the time of construction than to retrofit buildings later; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE RESOURCE MANAGEMENT COMMISION OF THE CITY OF AUSTIN: The Resource Management Commission supports adoption of Electric Readiness and EV-Ready amendments to the Austin Energy Conservation Code as soon as possible. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT: The Commission supports staff plans to conduct stakeholder meetings starting no later than January 17, 2021 and recommends that the Austin City Council request regular updates on this work. Date of Approval: _____________________________ Record of the vote: Attest: _____________________________________________ (Staff or board member can sign)
BOARD/COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION Resource Management Commission Resolution on Electric Readiness and EV-Ready WHEREAS, the Austin City Council approve the Austin Climate Equity Plan on September 30, 2021, which commits the city to achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2040, and reducing greenhouse gas emissions by approximately 75% by 2030; and WHEREAS, the Austin Climate Equity Plan calls for code amendments, incentives and education to enable electrification of buildings; and WHEREAS, the Austin Climate Equity Plan calls for codes that address future EV charging needs; and WHEREAS, the majority of the public comments submitted during the 2021 Austin Energy Conservation Code adoption process were supporting adoption of Electric Readiness and EV-Ready code amendments; and WHEREAS, Austin Energy committed to initiating a public process to consider adoption of Electric Readiness and EV-Ready code amendments, as well as other solutions to encourage electrification, before the end of 2021; and WHEREAS, it is more affordable to do electric wiring and install and appropriately sized electric panel at the time of construction than to retrofit buildings later; and WHEREAS, Electric Readiness and EV-Ready code provisions have already been drafted by the International Code Council and came very close to being included in the Energy Conservation Code; and WHEREAS, the Resource Management Commission has previously recommended changes to Austin’s Energy Conservation Code and utility programs that will allow and encourage electrification of buildings; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE RESOURCE MANAGEMENT COMMISION OF THE CITY OF AUSTIN: The Resource Management Commission supports adoption of Electric Readiness and EV-Ready amendments to the Austin Energy Conservation Code and recommends that the Austin City Council direct that the City Manager initiate a formal process to make these code updates immediately. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT: The Commission supports staff plans to conduct stakeholder meetings on electrification and recommends that the Austin City Council request regular updates on this work to ensure that it is completed on a timeline that will allow for implementation of the Electric Readiness and EV-Ready code amendments by September 1, 2022. Date of Approval: _____________________________ Record of the vote: Attest: _____________________________________________ (Staff or board member can sign)
Austin Resource Management Commission Update Larry Graham Manager, Strategic Advocacy February 15, 2022 About Us 2 3rd largest natural gas distribution company in Texas Customers: 680,000 Employees: 1,130 Austin is part of our Central- Gulf service area – 231,000 customers in Austin, 320,000 in service area Austin Climate Equity Plan Sustainable Buildings • Goal 1: By 2030, achieve net-zero carbon for all new buildings and reduce emissions by 25% for existing buildings while lowering all-natural gas-related emissions by 30%. 3 • Equitable natural gas emission reduction strategies may include but are not Strategy 3: Achieve energy efficient, net-zero carbon buildings limited to; - Renewable Natural Gas - Expanded Energy Efficiency Programs - System leak detection and reduction - Evaluating of hydrogen integration - Evaluation of onsite carbon capture for industrial customers *Austin Climate Equity Plan, page 50. 4 Renewable Natural Gas • TGS responded to City Council Resolution 20200220-047 by contracting with ICF to identify potential sources of RNG. • ICF identified specific feedstock sources in the area and found that there is enough RNG to offset TGS local emissions. • One potential project is with the Austin Water Utility at the Hornsby Bend Bio-Solids Management Plant. 5 Hornsby Bend Bio-Solids Management Plant Statement from Austin Water Utility “Austin Water is reviewing the alternatives for the methane gas generated by the anaerobic treatment process at Hornsby Bend Biosolids Management Plant. To that end Austin Water and the City of Austin did issue a Request for Information (RFI) to interested parties. Austin Water is now currently evaluating the responses from the RFI and reviewing the alternatives available to Austin Water for repurposing the produced methane gas. Included in the alternatives is providing renewable natural gas into the gas pipeline grid for Renewable Identification Number (RIN) Credit under the Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS).” 6 Energy Efficiency Programs • Three-year budget administratively approved by the City of Austin in December 2021 • Current EE programs authorized from January 1, 2022 through December 31, 2024 7 Efforts to Reduce Emissions Pipeline Replacement Advanced Leak Detection EPA Emissions Reduction Goals 8 Environmental Highlights 9 ONE Gas expects to achieve a 55% reduction in emissions due to leaks from its distribution pipelines by 2035, measured from a 2005 baseline and accounting for projected system growth. Our El Paso Customer Contact Center Technician Questions? 10
Resource Management Commission Alternatives to Toxic Chemicals in Building Products Paul Robbins February 15, 2022 Pathway 1: Chemicals in Air Pathway 2: Chemicals in Dust Pathway 3: Chemicals from Combustion and Floods Pathway 4: Chemicals from Contact Pathway 5: Chemicals in Water Pathway 6: Chemicals from Landfill Fire Pathway 7: Chemical Emissions from Chemical Factories PVC (Polyvinyl Chloride) • Developmental toxin • Respiratory toxin • Internal organ toxicant • Highly Carcinogenic when burned (dioxin emissions) • Potent Endocrine Disrupting Chemical when burned (dioxin emissions) • Blinds & Curtains • Shower Curtains • Carpet Backing • Fence Material • Sheet Flooring • Plumbing Pipe • Siding • Wallpaper • Windows & Doors Chlorine fire and leak at Louisiana chemical factory Perfluorocarbons (Teflon) • Carcinogen • Developmental toxin • Reproductive toxin • Internal organ toxicant • Persistant Bioaccumulative Toxin • Carpet Coatings • Countertop Coatings • Paint • Caulking & Sealants • Adhesives • Window gliders • Plumbing Tape • Roof coatings • Solar module coatings Antimicrobials 21 Separate Chemicals including Triclosan, Formaldehyde, Silver Nanoparticles, and OBPA Aquatic Toxicant, Carcinogen, Developmental Toxicant, Mutagen, Endocrine Disruptor, Mammalian Toxicant, Eye and Skin Irritation, Internal Organ Toxicant, Neurotoxin, Persistent Bioaccumulative Toxin, Reproductive Toxicant, Asthmagen and Respiratory Sensitizer, Skin Sensitizer • Carpets • Concrete • Countertops • Door handles • Light switches & covers • Paints • Tile • Toilets & toilet seats • Wallpaper • Wood products Antibiotic Resistant Super Bugs Wallboard w/ Coal Ash • Arsenic • Cadmium • Lead • Mercury All are Carcinogenic, Developmental Toxins, Endocrine Disruptors, Internal Organ Toxins, Neurotoxins, Reproductive Toxins, and Persistent Bioaccumulative Toxins Flooring • Over 70% in 2016 was carpet or PVC • Carpet often has antimicrobials, PVC or styrene backing, coal ash fillers with heavy metals, flame retardants, phthalate plasticizers, organotin stabilizers, VOC emissions, and Teflon stain resisters • PVC often has phthalate plasticizers, organotin stabilizers, and VOC emissions • Imported glazed tile can contain lead pigments • Wood floors finished onsite have VOC emissions Caulking • Almost all are petrochemically based and emit VOCs • Various products contain toxic solvents, biocides, phthalate plasticizers, organotin catalysts, isocyanates, antifreeze, and flame retardants. Some even include PVC. Reasons for Staff Opposition State Law Prohibits Building Materials in Code But Green Building is not a code Builders are “clients” Austin citizens are the clients Equity in Toxic Building Materials? The Resource Management Commission should advise City Council to: 1) …
Central Texas Energy Efficiency Program Update Jasmine King-Bush Energy Efficiency Program Supervisor Texas Gas Service Energy Efficiency Program 2022 – 2024 Program Updates Natural Gas Tankless Water Heater Rebate Tiers RESIDENTIAL RETROFIT ≥ 0.82 UEF - ≤ 0.92 UEF: $400 ≥ 0.93 UEF: $650 Natural Gas Tankless Water Heater Rebate Tiers RESIDENTIAL NEW CONSTRUCTION ≥ 0.82 UEF - ≤ 0.92 UEF: $275 ≥ 0.93 UEF: $425 SMART Thermostat: $25 - $30 Texas Gas Service & Austin Energy, HPwES Sunset: Annual Furnace Tune-Up 2 Texas Gas Service Energy Efficiency Program Commercial Program Highlights CLEAResult Planned site visits for 2022 to learn how to better serve our commercial customers Updated program materials and commercial customer outreach efforts 3 Texas Gas Service Energy Efficiency Program Residential Program Highlights Behavioral education Initiated efforts to update all customer-facing forms to align with program changes and process improvements Introduced the “Welcome Home” postcards, with the goal of educating new customers on the Energy Efficiency program Water-Saving Kits Met 3000 kit distribution goal Researching kit modification options for cost savings and components enhancements 4 Texas Gas Service Energy Efficiency Program Residential Program Participation – Through Dec 2021 5 Texas Gas Service Energy Efficiency Program Low-Income/Free Equipment Program Highlights 109 families assisted 178 appliances replaced Fall 2021 initiated targeted email & mail campaign to extend our referral source relationship base Reviewed contractor reimbursement amounts to ensure alignment with current market pricing 6 Questions?
Resource Management Commission Recommendation No. 20220215-006 Resolution on Electric Readiness and EV-Ready Whereas, the Austin City Council approved the Austin Climate Equity Plan on September 30, 2021, which commits the city to achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2040, and reducing greenhouse gas emissions by approximately 75% by 2030; and Whereas, the Austin Climate Equity Plan calls for code amendments, incentives, and education to enable electrification of buildings; and Whereas, the Austin Climate Equity Plan calls for codes that address future EV charging needs; and Whereas, the majority of the public comments submitted during the 2021 Austin Energy Conservation Code adoption process were supporting adoption of Electric Readiness and EV-Ready code amendments; and Whereas, Austin Energy committed to initiating a public process to consider adoption of Electric Readiness and EV-Ready code amendments, as well as other solutions to encourage electrification, before the end of 2021; and Whereas, it is more affordable to do electric wiring and install appropriately sized electric panel at the time of construction than to retrofit buildings later; and Whereas, Electric Readiness and EV-Ready code provisions have already been drafted by the International Code Council and came very close to being included in the Energy Conservation Code; and Whereas, the Resource Management Commission has previously recommended changes to Austin’s Energy Conservation Code and utility programs that will allow and encourage electrification of buildings. NOW, THEREFORE,BE IT RESOLVED that the Resource Management Commission supports adoption of Electric Readiness and EV-Ready amendments to the Austin Energy Conservation Code and recommends that the Austin City Council direct that the City Manager initiate a formal process to make these code updates immediately. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT: The Commission supports staff plans to conduct stakeholder meetings on electrification and recommends that the Austin City Council request regular updates on this work to ensure that it is completed on a timeline that will allow for implementation of the Electric Readiness and EV-Ready code amendments by September 1, 2022. Vote: 7-0 For: Commissioner Kaiba White, Vice Chair; Commissioner Charlotte Davis; Commissioner Sam Angoori; Commissioner Shane Johnson; Commissioner Louis Stone; Commissioner Rebecca Brenneman; Commissioner Lisa Chavarria None Against: Abstentions: Commissioner Jonathon Blackburn, Chair; Commissioner Tom “Smitty” Smith Off Dais: None Absences: Commissioner Dana Harmon Vacancies: District 7 Natasha Goodwin, Staff Liaison
RESOURCE MANAGEMENT COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES Tuesday, February 15, 2022 The Resource Management Commission convened a hybrid meeting on Tuesday, February 15, 2022 in accordance with social distancing protocols necessitated by the COVID 19 pandemic. Commissioners in Attendance (In-person): Jonathon Blackburn, Chair (District 8); Charlotte Davis (District 1); Louis Stone (District 6) Commissioners in Attendance (Virtual): Kaiba White, Vice Chair (District 2); Sam Angoori (District 3); Shane Johnson (District 4); Tom “Smitty” Smith (District 5); Rebecca Brenneman (District 10); Lisa Chavarria (Mayor); Vacant (District 7) Commissioners Absent: Dana Harmon (District 9) CALL TO ORDER – Chair Blackburn called the meeting to order at 6:03 p.m. CITIZEN COMMUNICATION: None APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve minutes of the January 24, 2022 Special Called Meeting of the Resource Management Commission. The minutes for the January 24, 2022 Special Called Resource Management Commission Meeting were approved on a 6-0 vote with Commissioner White abstaining, Commissioners Johnson and Stone off the dais, and Commissioner Harmon absent. CITIZEN PRESENTATION 2. Presentation from citizen Paul Robbins regarding toxic materials in buildings. Paul Robbins, citizen presented the Toxic Materials in Buildings presentation. STAFF REPORTS AND BRIEFINGS 3. Quarterly update from Texas Gas Service. Jasmine King-Bush, Energy Efficiency Program Supervisor of Texas Gas Service presented the Quarterly update from Texas Gas Service along with Larry Graham, Community Relations Manager. 4. Quarterly update from Austin Water. Kevin Kluge, Environmental Conversation Division Manager presented the Quarterly update from Austin Water. 5. Update regarding Alternatives for EV ready, Electric ready, and Residential Multifamily Water Heating. Kurt Stogdill, Green Building and Sustainability Manager of Austin Energy presented the Briefing regarding Alternatives for EV Ready, Electric Ready, and Residential Multifamily Water Heating. Page 1 of 2 ITEMS FROM COMMISSIONERS 6. Discussion and possible action regarding a resolution on Electric Readiness and EV-Ready. (Sponsors: White; Johnson; Smith) A motion to recommend with amendments was made on Commissioner White’s motion; passed on a 7-0 vote with Commissioners Blackburn and Smith abstaining and Commissioner Harmon absent. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS 7. Discuss potential future agenda items • Update on the Fayette Coal Plant • Discussion on toxic materials in buildings ADJOURN The meeting adjourned at 8:14 p.m. Page 2 of 2
