Dirac Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) Project

Expressed health and safety concerns for children, seniors, and residents regarding the battery project through a translator.

Spoke in support of the battery project on behalf of IBEW, highlighting future energy needs and safety.

Expressed support for the project as a safety manager with Cupertino Electric, noting extensive construction experience.

Spoke as an IBEW 477 member supporting the project while acknowledging resident concerns.

An IBEW union electrician endorsed the project's safety record and quality installation.

The president of IBEW Local 477 spoke strongly in favor of the project, citing rigorous apprenticeship training and career opportunities.

Spoke on behalf of Breathe Southern California in support of the project, emphasizing clean air and reduced reliance on polluting peaker plants.

A lifelong Chino resident and VP at Rexford Industrial supported the project, citing engineering background and reliable power needs.

A 70-year Chino resident passionately opposed the battery facility near Ayala Park, fearing safety risks to children and grandchildren.

Raised cybersecurity concerns regarding remote command centers and potential hacking risks.

Questioned who benefits from the project, ratepayer costs, and requested robust financial escrows for safety accidents.

Supported the project on behalf of Riverside San Bernardino building trades, highlighting local workforce agreements.

An engineer questioned whether the project should be built so close to residential areas, asking about worst-case failure scenarios and independent studies.

Expressed support on behalf of Iron Workers Local 416, emphasizing infrastructure needs and local apprenticeships.

An iron worker voiced support for local jobs and community well-being.

Spoke for the Sunrise Movement supporting the clean energy project to combat climate change and reduce peaker plant reliance.

Supported the project on behalf of Iron Workers Local 433, noting the electrification transition and veteran employment.

Raised concerns about unforeseen catastrophes and suggested subterranean vacuum filtration for battery gas plumes.

Expressed support on behalf of Rexford Industrial, emphasizing that reliable power is critical to attracting businesses.

Opposed the project, arguing that family safety should be prioritized over corporate money.

Chino resident opposed the project, citing past lithium-ion fires in California and arguing that zero risk claims are false.

Urged the council to uphold the Planning Commission's unanimous denial, raising concerns over uninvited developer visits and lack of decommissioning funds.

Supported the project and appeal on behalf of the Coalition for Clean Air, citing smog reduction and public health benefits.

Expressed opposition as a nearby resident, doubting electricity bill savings and citing fire risks.

Expressed concerns about home resale values, lack of local blackouts, and why the facility couldn't be built in the desert.