Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in San Benito County public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
4 issues in water utilities
Tres Pinos Water Project Pass-Through Funding
The county passed through $549,101 in state money to Sunnyslope Water District after a supervisor questioned the thin invoice documentation.
Wastewater/LAMP program discussion requested
Supervisor Zanger asked for a future discussion on the county's Local Agency Management Program for septic systems, after hearing resident concerns; Curro wants the Hollister wastewater plant history included.
Energy bill transparency (AB1761)
The board endorsed AB1761, which would make it clearer how the fee charged to customers who leave utility generation service is calculated — a concern for 3CE community choice customers.
PG&E Rule 20A undergrounding at Southside and Enterprise Roads
About $3.87 million in PG&E ratepayer credits could bury 21 overhead utility poles at Southside and Enterprise Roads — one of the last overhead segments in the area. A PG&E cost estimate is due in March.