John Coté

The committee discussed public concerns regarding ratepayer risks associated with the 10-year capital plan and the agency's lawsuit against the State Water Board. A presentation was provided on the Integrated Resource Plan update, covering energy portfolios, procurement challenges, and renewable energy attributes. The committee also debated how to respond to a community complaint regarding the Folsom Area Stormwater improvement projects, with a focus on notification protocols, the integration of green infrastructure, and watershed management strategies. Additionally, staff reports were reviewed regarding various enterprise budget updates and operations.

The committee meeting agenda includes a presentation and discussion on the SFPUC Wastewater 101, a staff report, and a review of SFPUC communications. Key topics for discussion include the 2024 Wildfire Mitigation Plan, the Q3 fiscal year 2023-24 quarterly audit and performance report, updates on the Water Enterprise capital improvement and supply conditions, and reports on Power Enterprise activities such as CleanPowerSF and PG&E interconnection. The agenda also covers future meeting planning and resolutions.

The agenda focuses on a presentation concerning current water supply conditions and a review of the committee's priorities for fiscal year 2022-2023. Key discussion items include the review of the Amended Commission Rules of Order, the Social Impact Partnership Program regulations, the Biennial Budget and 10-Year Capital Plan for fiscal years 2024-26, and the capital financing plan. Additionally, the committee will receive updates on the Hetch Hetchy Capital Improvement Program and wastewater capital programs.

The committee meeting covers several key items, including a report from the Chair and a presentation on the Affordability Policy. There will also be a discussion regarding the Customer Assistance Program and the resumption of collections following the COVID-19 moratorium. The agenda includes comprehensive staff reports and a review of various SFPUC communications, such as the Wildfire Mitigation Plan, Capital Financing Plan, Quarterly Audit and Performance Report, and the Hazards and Climate Resilience Plan. Additionally, updates will be provided on Water, Wastewater, and Power Enterprise operations, including capital improvement programs, vulnerability assessments, and CleanPowerSF initiatives.

This document presents the 10-Year Financial Plans for multiple enterprises, including Water, Wastewater, Hetch Hetchy Water and Power, and CleanPowerSF. The plans address key updates such as near-term sales volume reductions, revised capital financing assumptions, and reduced future rate assumptions. The overarching objective is to maintain financial stability, ensure costs are covered, adhere to financial policies, and preserve affordability of services over the decade.