Develop policies to expand electric vehicle charging stations citywide
In Plain English
The city currently has limited rules about where electric vehicle charging stations can be installed. Staff will present options for making it easier to build charging infrastructure throughout the city. If approved, new policies could speed up permits for home and business charging stations to prepare for more electric vehicles.
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Votes
Approved expanding allowable installation of EV charging stations including City of Richmond recreational (public) parks, and developing an EV plan that supports changes in transportation technologies
7 to 0
Public Comments
3 public comments — 3 spoken
- Jose LopezIn person
- Cesar ZepedaIn personvice mayor
- Adam TaylorIn person
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