Approve $45,000 contract with Solar Richmond for energy program marketing

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In Plain English

The city wants to hire Solar Richmond to promote its energy efficiency and solar programs to residents. Solar Richmond is a local nonprofit that helps homeowners access clean energy upgrades. If approved, the city pays up to $45,000 for marketing services to increase participation in existing energy programs.

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Votes

Adopt Resolution No. 51-11

Passed

5 to 2

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Why This Vote Matters

The city approved a contract with Solar Richmond, a local nonprofit, to market the city's energy efficiency and solar programs to residents. The contract allows the city to pay up to $45,000 for these marketing services, aimed at getting more homeowners to participate in existing clean energy programs. The council passed this in a divided 5-2 vote, with Councilmembers Bates and Boozé voting against the contract. Solar Richmond will help promote programs that assist residents with accessing clean energy upgrades for their homes.

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