Discussion Regarding Orange County Power Authority – Presentation by Scott Smith, Public Works Director

Criticized city transparency, advertising practices, and communications regarding OCPA.

Voiced strong opposition to OCPA, citing higher costs and regional dropouts.

Expressed support for OCPA's community-centered programs and energy choice.

Argued that OCPA cannot compete with Edison on renewable energy purchasing power or costs.

Shared negative financial experiences with OCPA in Irvine and urged caution.

Supported OCPA as a local partner that provides local accountability and green energy choices.

Criticized OCPA's financial stability, high executive costs, and dropouts by other cities.

Supported OCPA on behalf of younger residents valuing environmental protection and choice.

Expressed appreciation for OCPA's community engagement and business support.

Spoke in favor of OCPA, highlighting relief from rising utility monopoly rates.

Supported community choice aggregation as a vital tool for clean energy and local control.

Longtime resident supporting OCPA for competition, customer service, and solar incentives.

Supported OCPA as a homeowner with solar panels anticipating better financial return.

Detailed financial troubles, reserve depletion, and higher rates under OCPA.

Questioned the necessity of adding an administrative layer while Edison maintains infrastructure.

Requested clear bullet points on why cities left OCPA and questioned city liability.

Supported OCPA, arguing that market competition is necessary to drive progress.

Supported OCPA to challenge utility monopoly rates and provide alternative choices.

Shared frustration with Edison's frequent rate hikes and willingness to give OCPA a chance.

Suggested an opt-out system be replaced with an opt-in system and criticized council voting records.

Expressed support as a community advisory committee member for resident choice and education.