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RESOLUTION NO. 22-1323 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PLEASANTON, AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO PURSUE DEPLOYMENT OF SOLAR AND BATTERY ENERGY SYSTEMS AT CRITICAL MUNICIPAL FACILITIES IN PARTNERSHIP WITH EAST BAY COMMUNITY ENERGY (EBCE) AND MAKING FINDINGS OF CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT (CEQA) EXEMPTION WHEREAS, on February 15, 2022, the City Council voted to approve and adopt the Climate Action Plan 2.0 which established a GHG emission reduction target pathway to reduce emission to 4.11 metric tons of carbon dioxide equivalent per capita by 2030 (which reduces emissions by more than the 40% below 1990 levels called for in SB 32) and carbon neutrality per capita by 2045 (which aligns with EO B-55-18); and WHEREAS, on October 15, 2019, the City Council adopted Ordinance No. 2198 authorizing Pleasanton's participation in the East Bay Community Energy program; and WHEREAS, on July 20, 2021, the City Council adopted Resolution No. 21-1233 selecting Renewable 100 as the default electricity product for Pleasanton's residential, commercial, and industrial accounts; and WHEREAS, the City Council has demonstrated its commitment to a sustainable and resilient future through its policy goals and actions, including energy reduction, clean energy programs, and expansion of local renewable power supply; and WHEREAS, the City of Pleasanton aims to provide state-of-the-art, well-maintained infrastructure, amenities and facilities, creating a resilient, safe, connected and prepared city capable of become a leader in addressing climate change and protecting the environment; and WHEREAS, solar and battery energy storage systems provide clean, renewable electricity, reduce time-of-use charges during peak pricing periods, and provide resilience benefits allowing critical facilities to operate the highest priority loads during a power outage. NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PLEASANTON DOES RESOLVE, DECLARE, DETERMINE AND ORDER THE FOLLOWING: SECTION 1: The City Council authorizes and directs the City Manager to pursue deployment of solar and battery energy systems at critical municipal facilities in partnership with EBCE and installation of these systems through a standard Power Purchase Agreement with EBCE, should the City determine that the cost-effectiveness of the project portfolio results in benefits to the City's budget and service to the community.