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connecting with local governments regarding voluntary load reductions in local government facilities in the event of peak load problems. In response to an inquiry from Commissioner Arkin, Mr. Stoner advised that the ISO is a commission that was set-up by the State. Members of the ISO include industry representatives and members from the Energy Commission. The purpose of the ISO is to make sure that everything runs smoothly, that everyone has access to the grid, and that energy gets to where it needs to go. There has been discussion to making it a non-profit agency and removing individuals who have a potential conflict of interest. Chairperson Sullivan asked if a community or city put together an energy plan or policy, could the plan include the kinds of power facilities that it would allow. Mr. Stoner advised that this is possible, but justification would need to be provided. He noted that without a policy the City would not have a lot to say about proposed facilities and that he would encourage some type of policy. In response to a question from Chairperson Sullivan regarding the proposed P.O. & E. transmission line, Mr. Stoner advised that an energy plan could provide for where the line could be installed or prohibited. He noted that the transmission lines are permitted by the Public Utilities Commission. Mr. Stoner advised that a consultant could help to develop the policies or Energy Element. He noted that funding is available for developing a Community Energy Authority. Mr. Stoner reported that hopefully funding will be available from the State to install photovoltaics on schools by next summer. The Commission recessed for a break at 8:45 p.m. Chairperson Sullivan reconvened the meeting at 8:55 p.m. PUBLIC HEARING WAS OPENED Kathy Smith, 3687 Reflections Drive, thanked the Planning Commission and staff, and voiced her appreciation for the concept of building a strategy awareness of the City's energy needs. She offered her support and stated that she would like to be part of any citizen input needed. Bill Buecker, 1246 OrloffDrive, stated that he attended the November 8 meeting. He advised that he resides northwest of the proposed UAE site and that sometimes this area receives the brunt of this type of development because it is considered an industrial area. He stated that he agrees there should be a study and a moratorium until there is a plan in place. He voiced support for a eonmaunity plan for power generation and stated that he does not believe the proposed Enron site is appropriate because of the noise impacts. He advised that he does not believe power plant applicants should be part of the discussion regarding the power policy. He noted that he does not believe the process should be rushed, but that it should be well thought out. Kevin Best, 3300 Wooden Valley Road, Napa, stated that he is the developer of the Pleasanton Power Park. He recommended that the Planning Commission begin and continue dialogue on PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES November 28, 2000 Page 8