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Commissioner Roberts suggested that homeowners considering re-roofing be given this information, but did not believe it should be in the General Plan. She believed that Program 3.5 could include the language "if feasible" but that she would prefer that it be deleted. Commissioner Arkin advised that with respect to Policy 3.3, he had not seen solar water heaters in a long time. Commissioner Roberts noted that the City already practiced Policy 4.2. Commissioner Fox noted that in Policy 4.3, the language should read "when feasible and cost-effective." Regarding Policy 7, Commissioner Roberts agreed with staff to make it more flexible for the City and that Policy 7.2 should be stricken. Commissioner Blank suggested that with respect to Policies 7.8 and 7.9, staff provide additional information to the Planning Commission in order to determine whether an action should be required or encouraged. A discussion about the feasibility and/or cost-effectiveness of the use of PV panels ensued. Mr. Baker noted that current PV panel technology was such that they were very light and that any roof that could hold its own weight could support these panels. Regarding Programs 7.8 and 7.9, Commissioner Fox objected to the use of "concept" and would prefer that instead of discussing those details in the General Plan, a more general statement be included. She believed that encouragement was better than a punitive stick. Commissioner Roberts had a problem with the hydrogen refueling stations and noted that the electric vehicle recharging stations were already obsolete. Commissioner Blank believed that this element should be treated with the same seriousness as the other General Plan elements. Chairperson Maas believed that more general language than "hydrogen refueling stations" should be inserted. Commissioner Fox noted that Policy 8.3 discussed developing an ordinance and did not believe the General Plan should include that discussion. Commissioner Arkin inquired about the meaning of Policy 8.1; staff will respond at a later date. Regarding Policy 9, Commissioner Roberts noted that the language "support affordable electric and natural gas rates" was unnecessary and unclear. Commissioner Blank suggested that the City offer reduced permit rates for homes that were net zero energy homes or had cogeneration capabilities. EXCERPTS: PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES, May 25, 2005 Page 4 of 6