Score: +5 (5/0/0)

Solano County Grand Jury • 2023-2024 • Agency Response

Response to: City of Vacaville

Ron Rowlett Michael Silva City of Vacaville Mayor, Member-At-Large Councilmember, District 3*

Published: July 06, 2022 2 pages

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Findings and Recommendations 5 findings

F1 Page 1

There will not be enough electric vehicle charging stations in Solano County to support the State's goals for electric vehicles identified in Executive Order N-79-20. RECOMMENDATION 1 Solano Transportation Authority (STA) Board members commit to programs to increase the number of electric vehicle charging stations in their jurisdictions at a rate sufficient to meet Executive Order N-79-20. RESPONSE TO RECOMMENDATION 1 The City of Vacaville agrees with the finding and recommendation.

No recommendations for this finding

F2 Page 1

In 2018, the STA adopted an Electric Vehicle Transition Program (EVTP) and the website (solanoev.org) for Solano County The website is no longer working which is of no value; the EVTP is no longer current, minimizing its value and applicability. RECOMMENDATION 2 STA update the EVTP and its website (solanoev.org) to provide accurate and current information for Solano County residents. RESPONSE TO RECOMMENDATION 2 The City of Vacaville agrees with the finding and recommendation.

No recommendations for this finding

F3 Page 1

In the 2018 EVTP, the STA Board approved a plan to install trailblazing signs to identify locations of electric vehicle charging stations. As of 2022, there is no evidence of progress on that plan.

Related Recommendations (1)

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STA Board work with jurisdictions and agencies to install signage denoting the location of existing charging stations and to include appropriate signage as a component of future installations.

F4 Page 2

The 2018 STA EVTP was intended to serve as regional guidance for the transition to electric vehicles, but this guidance has not been effectively communicated. RECOMMENDATION 4A STA increase staff time available for implementation and oversight of the Electric Vehicle Transition Plan. RECOMMENDATION 4B STA add dedicated grant writing staff to bring this function in-house rather than relying on third- party vendors. RESPONSE TO RECOMMENDATION 4A The City of Vacaville agrees with the finding and recommendation. RESPONSE TO RECOMMENDATION 4B The City of Vacaville agrees with the finding and recommendation.

No recommendations for this finding

F5 Page 2

AB 1236 and AB 970 require all California cities and counties to develop an expedited, streamlined permitting process for electric vehicle charging stations. Not all jurisdictions in Solano County have complied.

Related Recommendations (1)

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All Solano County jurisdictions comply with streamlined permitting requirements, including adoption of an ordinance and checklist as required by AB 1236 and AB 970. RESPONSE TO RECOMMENDATION 5 The City of Vacaville agrees with the finding and recommendation. Although the City's municipal code has not been updated for AB 1236 and AB 970, Community Development Department staff do in fact expedite permit processing of electric vehicle charging stations. Community Development intends to address the municipal code update for AB 1236 and AB 970 at soonest possible juncture. Sincerely, Aaron Busch City Manager Vacaville City Council CC: Brian McLean, Interim Director of Public Works, Maintenance

Agency Responses 6

Government agencies' official responses to this report's findings and recommendations. Click on a response to see the structured breakdown.

City of Vacaville

July 06, 2022 • 2 pages • 4 responses • Score: +2 (+2, 0, 0) View Details ▾

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4 responses to findings and recommendations

Response: Agree Score: +1

In 2018, the STA adopted an Electric Vehicle Transition Program (EVTP) and the website (solanoev.org) for Solano County The website is no longer working which is of no value; the EVTP is no longer current, minimizing its value and applicability. RECOMMENDATION 2 STA update the EVTP and its website (solanoev.org) to provide accurate and current information for Solano County residents. RESPONSE TO RECOMMENDATION 2 The City of Vacaville agrees with the finding and recommendation.

STA Board work with jurisdictions and agencies to install signage denoting the location of existing charging stations and to include appropriate signage as a component of future installations.

Response: Unknown

Score: 0

The City of Vacaville agrees with the finding and recommendation. FINDING 4 The 2018 STA EVTP was intended to serve as regional guidance for the transition to electric vehicles, but this guidance has not been effectively communicated. RECOMMENDATION 4A STA increase staff time available for implementation and oversight of the Electric Vehicle Transition Plan. RECOMMENDATION 4B STA add dedicated grant writing staff to bring this function in-house rather than relying on thirdparty vendors.

Response: Agree Score: +1

The 2018 STA EVTP was intended to serve as regional guidance for the transition to electric vehicles, but this guidance has not been effectively communicated. RECOMMENDATION 4A STA increase staff time available for implementation and oversight of the Electric Vehicle Transition Plan. RECOMMENDATION 4B STA add dedicated grant writing staff to bring this function in-house rather than relying on thirdparty vendors. RESPONSE TO RECOMMENDATION 4A The City of Vacaville agrees with the finding and recommendation. RESPONSE TO RECOMMENDATION 4B The City of Vacaville agrees with the...

Response: Unknown

Score: 0

The City of Vacaville agrees with the finding and recommendation. Although the City's municipal code has not been updated for AB 1236 and AB 970, Community Development Department staff do in fact expedite permit processing of electric vehicle charging stations. Community Development intends to address the municipal code update for AB 1236 and AB 970 at soonest possible juncture. Sincerely, Aaron Busch City Manager Vacaville City Council CC: Brian McLean, Interim Director of Public Works, Maintenance

City of Vacaville

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City of Vacaville

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City of Vacaville Office of the City Manager

September 16, 2022 • 1 pages • 1 response View Details ▾

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1 response to findings and recommendations

Response: Unknown

Score: 0

The City of Vacaville receives approximately $500,000 annually in Proposition 172 funds, which are allocated to the police department to support operations. Funding for the fire department is through the general fund with sales and property taxes, as well as other revenue sources. The City of Vacaville places a high priority on fire safety and will ensure the fire department has adequate resources and funding to maintain good fire protection for the City. Please let us know if you have any further questions. Sincerely, karon Busch City Manager Vacaville City Council CC: Kris Concepcion, Fire C...

City of Vacaville Office of the Fire Chief

September 16, 2022 • 2 pages • 4 responses • Score: +3 (+3, 0, 0) View Details ▾

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4 responses to findings and recommendations

Response: Agree Score: +1

The City of Vacaville agrees with the finding. RECOMMENDATION 2 The Board of Supervisors broaden efforts to fund and promote the establishment of a modern digital county-wide emergency communications system.

In the 2018 EVTP, the STA Board approved a plan to install trailblazing signs to identify locations of electric vehicle charging stations. As of 2022, there is no evidence of progress on that plan.

Response: Agree Score: +1

The City of Vacaville agrees with the finding. RECOMMENDATION 3 Expedite JPA agreement within the county and develop a plan to move forward.

STA Board work with jurisdictions and agencies to install signage denoting the location of existing charging stations and to include appropriate signage as a component of future installations.

Response: Unknown

Score: 0

The various agencies continue to meet to draft the JPA. The City of Vacaville continues to be a willing participant in the process. FINDING 4 A county fire department is needed to serve the unincorporated areas of Solano County.

Response: Agree Score: +1

The City of Vacaville agrees with the finding. RECOMMENDATION 4 Solano County establishes a county-wide fire department to serve the unincorporated areas of Solano County.

City of Vacaville

June 25, 2021 • 2 pages View Details ▾

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No Responses Found 1

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Solano Transportation Authority Agency

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