San Francisco approves $220M Clean Power SF solar and energy storage amendment
October 27, 2021 | San Francisco County, California
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The San Francisco County Board of Supervisors convened on July 4, 2025, to discuss several key agenda items, primarily focusing on energy sustainability and community support initiatives.
The meeting commenced with a resolution to amend the Clean Power SF Power Purchase Agreement with Blythe Solar, IV LLC. This amendment aims to incorporate energy storage capabilities into the existing solar energy facility, increasing the contract amount by approximately $83 million, bringing the total to around $220.2 million. The amendment is set to commence in October 2022 without altering the contract's term. Mike Himes from the San Francisco Public Utilities Commission (SFPUC) presented the item, emphasizing the community benefits tied to the project, including labor practices and social impact partnerships. NextEra Energy representatives were also present to discuss their commitment to union labor and community contributions, which included emergency relief during the COVID-19 pandemic and educational scholarships.
Following public comments, which included support from local representatives, the board voted unanimously to forward the resolution to the full board with a positive recommendation.
The second item on the agenda involved a resolution to retroactively approve amendments to a grant agreement with the Japanese Community Youth Council for the Mayor's Youth Employment and Education Program. The total funding for this initiative is approximately $39.6 million, covering the period from July 1, 2018, to June 30, 2024. Brett Connor from the Department of Children, Youth, and Their Families provided updates on the grant's compliance and the department's commitment to addressing community concerns regarding subcontracting practices. After a brief public comment period, the board again voted unanimously to recommend the item to the full board.
The final agenda item addressed the seventh amendment to the contract with Haluna Health, aimed at extending outreach and case management services for the homeless population in San Francisco. This amendment would increase the contract amount by approximately $14.1 million, raising the total to about $43.2 million. Emily Cohen from the Department of Homelessness and Supportive Housing highlighted the contract's history and the addition of staff positions to enhance service delivery. The board discussed the importance of maintaining staffing levels to effectively address homelessness in the city.
In conclusion, the meeting underscored San Francisco's ongoing commitment to renewable energy, youth employment, and homelessness support, with all items moving forward to the full board for further consideration. The board's unanimous votes reflect a collaborative effort to enhance community welfare through strategic partnerships and funding initiatives.
The meeting commenced with a resolution to amend the Clean Power SF Power Purchase Agreement with Blythe Solar, IV LLC. This amendment aims to incorporate energy storage capabilities into the existing solar energy facility, increasing the contract amount by approximately $83 million, bringing the total to around $220.2 million. The amendment is set to commence in October 2022 without altering the contract's term. Mike Himes from the San Francisco Public Utilities Commission (SFPUC) presented the item, emphasizing the community benefits tied to the project, including labor practices and social impact partnerships. NextEra Energy representatives were also present to discuss their commitment to union labor and community contributions, which included emergency relief during the COVID-19 pandemic and educational scholarships.
Following public comments, which included support from local representatives, the board voted unanimously to forward the resolution to the full board with a positive recommendation.
The second item on the agenda involved a resolution to retroactively approve amendments to a grant agreement with the Japanese Community Youth Council for the Mayor's Youth Employment and Education Program. The total funding for this initiative is approximately $39.6 million, covering the period from July 1, 2018, to June 30, 2024. Brett Connor from the Department of Children, Youth, and Their Families provided updates on the grant's compliance and the department's commitment to addressing community concerns regarding subcontracting practices. After a brief public comment period, the board again voted unanimously to recommend the item to the full board.
The final agenda item addressed the seventh amendment to the contract with Haluna Health, aimed at extending outreach and case management services for the homeless population in San Francisco. This amendment would increase the contract amount by approximately $14.1 million, raising the total to about $43.2 million. Emily Cohen from the Department of Homelessness and Supportive Housing highlighted the contract's history and the addition of staff positions to enhance service delivery. The board discussed the importance of maintaining staffing levels to effectively address homelessness in the city.
In conclusion, the meeting underscored San Francisco's ongoing commitment to renewable energy, youth employment, and homelessness support, with all items moving forward to the full board for further consideration. The board's unanimous votes reflect a collaborative effort to enhance community welfare through strategic partnerships and funding initiatives.
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