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RESOLUTION NO. 9155
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
VERNON APPROVING AND ADOPTING CITY OF VERNON
LIGHT & POWER DEPARTMENT PUBLIC BENEFITS PROGRAMS
AND APPROVING CERTAIN EXPENDITURES CONSISTENT
THEREWITH
WHEREAS, the City of Vernon ("City") is a chartered municipal
corporation of the State of California that owns and operates a system
for the generation, purchase, transmission, distribution and sale of
electric capacity and energy; and
WHEREAS, City serves electricity to consumers at retail from
City's distribution system located within its municipal boundaries; and
WHEREAS, California Assembly Bill 1890 (AB 1890) enacted by
the California Legislature and signed into law by Governor Pete Wilson
in 1996 requires publicly owned utilities like the City to collect a
nonbypassable usage based Public Benefits Charge on local distribution
service to fund investments in energy efficiency, low-income services,
renewable energy, and Research, Development and Demonstration (RD&D)
1programs; and
WHEREAS, since January 1, 1998, pursuant to AB 1890 and
Resolution No. 7062 adopted by the City Council on December 16, 1997,
the City has collected from electric customers a Public Benefits Charge
of 2.850 of the total bill before any special fees or charges to be
used for certain public defined benefits pursuant to AB 1890; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to Resolutions 7511, 7632, 7771 and 7899,
the City Council adopted certain Public Benefits Programs to be funded
from the revenues derived from the Public Benefits Charge; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to Resolution 8495, the City Council
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temporarily suspended and rescinded the then -existing Public Benefits
Programs and directed staff to consider what future programs would be
consistent with the policies of the City and AB 1890 and would best
benefit the residents and electric customers of the City; and
WHEREAS, it has been a policy of the City to undertake cost
effective measures which will increase the energy efficiency of various
City -owned facilities which consume electricity, including traffic
signals, exit signs, motors, lighting consoles, air conditioning, air
compressors, and other equipment; and
WHEREAS, consistent with that policy, the Community Service
Department, with the assistance of the Light & Power Department, has
over the past several months undertaken a process of replacing all
incandescent traffic signals within the City with more efficient LED
signals (the "LED Traffic Lights Program"); and
WHEREAS, consistent with that policy, the Light & Power
Department is in the process of conducting a study of the entire
electricity transmission and distribution system within the City to
determine if upgrades to portions of that system can be made which
twill, in part, increase the efficiency and decrease the loss of energy
which occurs through the transmission of electricity through that
system; and
WHEREAS, the City Council has concluded that it would be in
the best interests of the City and the electric customers within the
City to establish certain Public Benefit Programs, similar to those
which the City has been pursuing such as the LED Traffic Lights
Program, to be funded with revenues derived from the Public Benefits
Charge, in order to continue to encourage cost effective energy
efficiency programs throughout the City; and
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WHEREAS, the City Council has concluded that the LED Traffic
Lights Program, and all past, present and future costs thereof
including administrative costs, should be eligible for funding under
the Public Benefit Programs adopted pursuant hereto.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF VERNON AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1: The City Council of the City of Vernon hereby
finds and determines that the recitals contained hereinabove are true
and correct.
SECTION 2: The City Council of the City of Vernon hereby
approves and adopts the City of Vernon Light & Power Department Public
Benefits Program, in substantially the same form as the copy which is
attached hereto as Exhibit A and incorporated by reference.
SECTION 3: The City Council of the City of Vernon hereby
authorizes the expenditure of revenues derived from the Public Benefits
Charge, pursuant to the Public Benefits Program adopted hereby, to
provide rebates to the Community Service Department in the amount of
$0.075 per projected annualized kWh saved or 500 of the installed cost,
1whichever is less and whenever incurred, for the LED Traffic Signals
JProgram.
SECTION 4: The City Council of the City of Vernon hereby
authorizes the Light & Power Department to administer the Public
Benefits Program adopted pursuant hereto and to expend revenues derived
from the Public Benefits Charge, not to exceed $100,000 per year
without further authorization from the City Council, to fund the Public
Benefits Program, said expenditures to be separate from and in addition
to the funds expended to provide rebates for the LED Traffic Signals
Program approved pursuant hereto.
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SECTION 5: The City Council of the City of Vernon hereby
authorizes the Light & Power Department to report to any interested
California or Federal department or agency all expenditures made from
time to time pursuant to this resolution, the Public Benefits Program
adopted pursuant hereto and all other energy efficiency measures
undertaken by the City.
SECTION 6: The City Council of the City of Vernon hereby
authorizes the Light & Power Department to collect information on and
report to any interested California or Federal department or agency all
energy efficiencies obtained and/or electricity saved from time to time
by the City and its electric customers pursuant to the Public Benefits
Program and all other energy efficiency measures undertaken by the
City.
SECTION 7: The Acting City Clerk of the City of Vernon
shall certify to the passage of this resolution, and thereupon and
thereafter the same shall be in full force and effect.
APPROVED AND ADOPTED this 18th day of October, 2006.
ATTEST
BRUCE V. LKENHORST, JR.
Acting City Clerk
LEONIS C. MALB RG, Ma or
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STATE OF CALIFORNIA )
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COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES )
I, BRUCE V. MALKENHORST, JR., Acting City Clerk of the City of
Vernon, do hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution, being
Resolution No. 9155, was duly adopted by the City Council of the City
of Vernon at a regular meeting of the City Council duly held on
Wednesday, October 18, 2006, and thereafter was duly signed by the
Mayor of the City of Vernon. 1-1
((SEAL)
BRUCE VMALKENHORST, JR.
Acting City Clerk
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EXHIBIT
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CITY OF VERNON
LIGHT & POWER DEPARTMENT
PUBLIC BENEFITS PROGRAM
BACKGROUND
California Assembly Bill 1890 (AB 1890) was passed by the State Legislature in
August 1996 and signed into law by Governor Pete Wilson in September 1996.
The legislation requires publicly owned utilities like the City of Vernon (the "City") to
collect a nonbypassable usage based Public Benefits Charge (PBC) on local
distribution service to fund investments in energy efficiency, low-income services,
renewable energy, and Research, Development and Demonstration (RD&D)
programs. The amount that publicly owned utilities must designate for these
programs is tied to historical levels of funding by the IOUs. The legislation was
interpreted by the California Municipal Utilities Association to require publicly owned
utilities to collect and spend the equivalent of 2.85% of the utility's revenues during
the years 1998 through 2000, and 2.7% of revenues in 2001.1
Assembly Bill 995, which was approved by Governor Gray Davis on September 30,
2000, extended the collection of the nonbypassable PBC through January 1, 2012 at
a rate not to exceed the level that was used to collect these charges on January 1,
2000.
At its meeting on December 16, 1997, the City Council of the City of Vernon
approved implementation of the public benefits charge effective January 1, 1998.
The City Council approved a public benefits charge for electric customers equal to
2.85% of the total bill before any special fees or charges to be used for certain
defined public benefits pursuant to AB 1890.
POLICY STATEMENT
It is the policy of the City of Vernon to allocate revenues derived from the Public
Benefits Charge, less the cost to administer programs, in a fair and equitable
manner. Specific projects and expenditures will be consistent with Section 385 of the
Public Utilities Code.
' California Municipal Utilities Association, Energy Services and Marketing Committee, AB 1890 Public
Benefits Program Guidebook May 7, 1997. Sacramento, California.
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The full text of AB 1890, Article 8 is as follows:
Article 8. Publicly Owned Utilities
385. (a) Each local publicly owned electric utility shall establish a
nonbypassable, usage based charge on local distribution service
& not less than the lowest expenditure level of the three largest
electrical corporations in California on a percent of revenue
basis, calculated from each utility's total revenue requirement for
the year ended December 31, 1994, and each utility's total
annual expenditure under paragraphs (1), (2), and (3) of
subdivision (c) of Section 381 and 382, to fund investments by
the utility and other parties in any or all of the following:
(1) Cost-effective demand -side management services to promote energy
efficiency and energy conservation.
(2) New investment in renewable energy resources and technologies
consistent with existing statutes and regulations, which promote those
resources, and technologies.
(3) Research, development and demonstration programs for the public
interest to advance science or technology, which is not adequately
provided, by competitive and regulated markets.
(4) Services provided for low-income electricity customers, including but not
limited to, targeted energy efficiency services and rate discounts.
PROGRAMS
The City from time to time will approve programs consistent with its policy statement.
All programs approved by the City will be made public through the Light & Power
Department Customer Service Division.
ELIGIBILITY
Each program described herein is targeted to utility customers. Only customers with
valid and active City customer accounts may participate.
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ENERGY AUDITS
The Department believes that it is advantageous for companies to conduct energy
studies of facilities in order to identify opportunities for energy and cost savings. The
Department intends to achieve these objectives through customer participation in the
Energy Audit Program.
How the Energy Audit Program satisfies the Intent of Assembly Bill 1890
The Energy Audit Program provides interested City utility customers with the initial
energy usage analyses needed to develop a broader energy management plan.
Informed decision -making is a critical first step to implementing energy efficiency and
conservation measures, which are key objectives of the Public Benefits Programs
required by AB 1890.
Marketing
Department staff and consultants will meet with interested customers and provide an
overview of energy audits. The following definitions and descriptions are intended to
provide City customers with an understanding of the concepts which shape the
energy audit process.
Background
Audits will be conducted on all facility types, such as residential, commercial and
industrial buildings. Audits may include the entire facility or can focus on a targeted
area of the structure, identified equipment, or specific processes and systems.
Energy audits can provide groundwork for greater equipment and structural retrofits,
certification of compliance to governmental laws and regulatory codes, corporate
energy planning and financing of projects.
Basic Definitions
Energy audits will consist of three key parts:
➢ data -gathering: identification of where and how a structure, process or
equipment uses energy along with the costs affecting the energy consumption;
➢ data analysis: identification of energy conservation measures that when
implemented, will make the energy usage more efficient, less expensive or
more environmentally friendly; and
➢ recommendations: a final report detailing the findings, areas for
improvement and recommended actions accompanied by economic
justification for such actions.
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The audit will typically identify and quantify energy (both electrical and natural gas)
conservation measures that can meet reasonable investment justification. This audit
is normally _sufficient for most applications where completeness and cost-
effectiveness is desired without excessive detail or unnecessary depth.
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ENERGY EDUCATION AND DEMONSTRATION WORKSHOPS
The Department believes that a necessary first step in promoting energy efficiency
measures among utility customers is creating heightened awareness of existing
opportunities for energy conservation. The "market transformation" intended by AB
1890 begins with imparting the knowledge and tools crucial for customers to become
active participants and beneficiaries of the Public Benefits Programs.
To this end and to accomplish the education function contemplated by AB 1890, the
Department will expend funds to ensure that energy consumers have information
about managing energy consumption.
Basis of Design
The workshops will cover a variety of topics relative to energy efficiency and current
technologies. The Department intends for the range of topics to meet the interests
and needs of Vernon's broad business base. The Department expects that
presentations will heighten the awareness of customers by focusing on topics,
including but not limited to, the following:
• Financing energy efficiency projects
• Selling energy efficiency projects internally
• Benefits of an energy audit
• Motor retrofits
• Lighting technologies
• Chiller technologies
• Energy accounting
• Preventative maintenance
Marketing
Department staff will conduct outreach to Vernon customers in order to generate
awareness and encourage participation in the proposed Energy Education and
Demonstration Workshops. The Department will use various channels for outreach,
including informational packets, customer on -site visits, postcards, brochures,
monthly bill inserts, the City web site, and telemarketing.
Program Measurement and Verification
The Department expects energy and/or cost savings resulting from customers'
increased awareness and subsequent implementation of energy efficiency measures.
The workshops are designed to stimulate customers' interest in implementing energy
efficiency measures.
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Feedback from participating customers will serve as an indicator of program success.
The feedback customers provide will gauge the effectiveness of the workshops and
the level of customer interest. Customer support for the energy education seminars
will be the overriding indicator of program success.
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CUSTOMER INCENTIVE PROGRAM
Objectives
The Customer Incentive Program is designed to assist the Department in achieving
demand -side management goals. The program objectives are as follows:
➢ Promote long-term energy efficiency by encouraging commercial and industrial
customers to implement energy efficiency measures that exceed the minimum
standards established by Title 24 of the California Building Code or general
industry standards;
➢ Provide incentives for customers to apply the latest technology and energy
using devices that otherwise may be cost -prohibitive;
➢ Promote economic development and business retention by serving as an
instrument to attract and retain customers who will enjoy the long-term
benefits of energy efficiency;
➢ Encourage customer investigation of efficiency opportunities;
➢ Improve competitiveness of City businesses; and
➢ Increase customer awareness of efficient practices (including operation and
maintenance).
Eligible Projects
Energy efficiency projects involving replacement of existing equipment or systems
with high efficiency equipment and new installation may be eligible. In order to
ensure ongoing energy savings for City customers, equipment or systems installed
must be expected to operate for at least five years from the date of installation.
Proposed projects may not overlap with other projects funded under the
Department's Public Benefits Program.
Electrical generation and fuel -switching projects are not eligible. Projects that receive
incentives from other sources (excluding tax related incentives) are also not eligible.
Program Description
The Customer Incentive Program is designed to encourage energy efficient lighting
systems and the exploration and implementation of energy efficient technologies.
Often, such technologies are overlooked because customers are either unfamiliar
with them, think they are too costly to apply at their facilities, or do not believe such
technologies can effectively meet their energy needs. These technologies may
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address either equipment or operational change; therefore, if the Department can
quantify a demand reduction and/or energy savings, there is a basis for providing an
incentive to assist the customer.
This program provides incentives in two separate areas -lighting and energy efficient
equipment.
Lighting
The lighting incentive portion of the program is designed to provide a cash incentive
to City customers interested in implementing the latest lighting technology.
Developments in technology have produced new lamps and related equipment,
including T-8 and T-5 fluorescent lamps, electronic ballasts, and more affordable
compact fluorescent lamps that use less energy and last longer. The future promises
continuing advancement in lighting technology in the future.
De-lamping measures (removal of bulbs) and reflector retrofit are eligible if
undertaken as an integral part of a lighting upgrade.
This program provides rebates of $0.075 per annualized kWh saved. The maximum
annual rebate for lighting improvements by qualified customers is $75,000 or 50% of
the total cost, whichever is less.
Small Business Lighting
This program provides rebates for interior lighting improvements by small
businesses. For the purpose of this program, small business is defined as a
commercial facility that is less than 5,000 square feet. The program provides rebates
of $15 per Fixture or 50% of the installed cost, whichever is less, for T-8, T-5 and
compact fluorescent lamps with electronic ballast installations. Lamps must be rated
for a minimum Color rendering index (CRI) of 76 and have initial operating lumens of
2,950.
Equipment and Devices
The non -lighting incentive portion of this program includes, but is not limited to,
variable speed drives, air compressors, motors, refrigeration, chiller replacement, air
conditioner replacement, building envelope, energy management systems and other
load and energy controlling devices.
The following is a list of the measures and incentives covered under the non -lighting
portion of the Customer Incentives Program:
Motors — Rebates will be based upon qualifying equipment exceeding the standards
set by the National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA). Customers will
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receive $200 per kW of reduced demand above NEMA standards whether the motor
is new or a replacement. See Attachments A and B.
Air Compressors — Rebates will be based upon the efficiency of the installed device.
There are two sets of efficiencies for two different types of air compressors —oil
flooded and oil -free. The rebate will .be $0.075 per annualized kWh of reduced
energy above,the set standard for ne ,or replacement air compressors. For motor
efficiency standards see Attachments A and B. For air compressor efficiency
standards see Attachment C.
Air Conditioning - All qualifying electric air conditioning equipment (including heat
pumps), which is installed, as replacement equipment shall qualify for rebates based
on cooling capacity. Rebates for customers will range between $100 to $200 per ton.
See Attachment D.
Other Equipment - Rebate will be based upon $200 per kW of reduced demand or
$0.075 per annualized kWh saved, whichever is greater for replacement of existing
equipment. Savings will be established either through customer metering of load for
the existing and new machines or by the Department's calculation of savings.
Variable volume pumps qualify for rebates in other applications whenever kWh
savings can be verified.
Lighting Controls - This measure provides rebates of $0.075 per annualized kWh
saved or 50% of the installed cost, whichever is less, for installation of lighting
controls such as occupancy sensors, time clocks, and lighting energy management
systems for lighting replacements and existing lighting fixtures. For lighting control
installation, energy savings are calculated as the product of the prevailing lighting
energy demand (kW) and reduction of operating hours.
LED Traffic Signals - This measure provides rebates of $0.075 per annualized kWh
saved or 50% of the installed cost, whichever is less, for replacement or retrofit of
incandescent traffic signals with LED traffic signals.
LED Exit Sign - This measure provides rebates of $30 per fixture or 50% of the
installed cost; whichever is less, for replacement of incandescent or compact
fluorescent exit signs.
Other Unspecified Measures — All other measures not specified above that qualify
(including building envelope, refrigeration equipment and operational modification,
motor controllers, variable volume pumps, variable speed drives, chiller replacement,
energy management systems, etc.) will earn rebates in the following manner:
1) $200 per kW of reduced demand, or
2) $0.075 per annualized kWh saved
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The greater amount resulting from the two methods for determining rebates will be
applied at the Department's discretion.
The maximum annual rebate per customer for all measures under the non -lighting
portion of this program will be the lesser of $75,000 or 50% of the investment
(material and labor and taxes).
In addition to cash incentives, the Customer Incentive Program will include funding
for approved feasibility studies to show savings available by upgrading lighting,
heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC), equipment and more. The feasibility
study is often the first step-in determining whether a particular technology applies to a
specific operation or energy -using device. Feasibility studies reimbursement will be
limited to the lesser of $10,000 per customer per year or one -twelfth of the
customer's electric bill for the prior twelve months for the site being studied.
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PROGRAM IMPLEMENTATION
Application and Approval
The Department will develop program implementation application forms. Customers
electing to.participate in the -Customer Incentive Program must follow the following
application procedure. Sample application forms are included herewith for
information purposes only.
Pre -Installation Application
Applicants must submit pre -installation application before beginning project
work. Customer initiated installations prior to Department acceptance of the
pre -installation application may be rejected. The pre -installation application
contains the information necessary to determine the savings and shall be the
basis for the rebate. Subject to availability of funds, the Department reserves
money for the project, pending timely completion of installation. The pre -
installation application shall consist of the following:
• Customer and project site information
• A technical description of the project
• Documentation of the savings estimated, i.e., an engineering calculation
*.. Ne%Nlold equipment specification (if applicable)
Based on its review of the application, the Department will determine eligibility
of the project under the Customer Incentive Program guidelines and will notify
the applicant. The Department may conduct a pre -installation site inspection in
order to verify the existing equipment baseline.
2. Post -Installation Application
The post -installation application shall be submitted by the applicant after the
project is installed. The post -installation application shall be the basis for the
rebate. The application consists of the following:
• Customer and project site information
• A technical description of the project
• Documentation showing actual kW and/or kWh savings
• Original, itemized, paid proof of purchase (sales slip or invoice)
• New/old equipment specifications and performance data (if applicable)
3. Participating customers must allow the Department to conduct scheduled site
visits to verify energy efficiency equipment recommendations, installation, and
impacts.
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4. In order to maintain eligibility, energy efficient equipment installations must
commence within 90 days of approval of the customer's application.
Installation must be completed within a subsequent 90-day period.
5. The Light & Power Department staff will verify the installation of approved
energy efficient equipment or lighting improvements. Upon verifying that all
eligible efficiency measures have been installed and the required
documentation has been provided, the Department will process the
application. Upon final approval the customer's rebate check will be mailed
within six weeks.
Marketing
There are a variety of methods available to effectively promote the program. These
include use of the Internet, direct mail to the top 500 customers, newsletters,
customer visits by Department staff, trade show displays, presentations at business
forums and Chamber of Commerce meetings.
Program Benefits
The Customer Incentive Program is an umbrella approach to energy efficiency. The
customer is rewarded for exercising innovation to achieve energy efficiency. A
principal benefit of long-term energy efficiency investment is reduced energy costs.
The community benefits to the extent that the load and energy usage is reduced and,
conceivably, the environment is spared further pollution due to a decrease in
generation requirements over time.
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CUSTOMER INCENTIVE PROGRAM
ATTACHMENT A
OPEN MOTORS
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Motor efficiencies stated at 100% load.
Shaded area indicates NEPA minimum efficiency standard.
Rebates based on motor size, type and efficiency. Rebate is $200/kW of reduced demand above the
minimum qualifying efficiency whether the motor is new or a replacement.
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CUSTOMER INCENTIVE PROGRAM
ATTACHMENT B
ENCLOSED MOTORS
Hp
2 Pole
4 Pole
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Motor efficiencies stated at 100% load.
Shaded area indicates NEPA minimum efficiency standard.
Rebates based on motor size, type and efficiency. Rebate is $200/kW of reduced demand above the
minimum qualifying efficiency whether the motor is new or replacement.
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CUSTOMER INCENTIVE PROGRAM
ATTACHMENT C
AIR COMPRESSORS
Oil Flooded
I Below 50 Hp
3.6
50 to 100 Hp
4.2
Above 100 Hp
4.6
011-Free
Below 50 Hp
3.2
50 to 100 Hp
3.7
Above 100 Hp
4.1
Debate will be $0.075 per annualized kWh of reduced energy above the set standard
for new or replacement air compressors.
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CUSTOMER INCENTIVE PROGRAM
ATTACHMENT D
AIR CONDITIONER REPLACEMENT PROGRAM
Through the Wall Air Conditioner
Less than 65,000 Btu/hr
Efficiency Rating
Rebate
EER 8.7 and above
$ 100/ton
Air -Cooled Central Package and Split
System
Less than 65,000 Btu/hr
Efficiency Rating
Rebate
SEER 11 to 11.9
$ 100/ton
SEER 12 to 12.9
$ 150/ton
SEER 12 to 12.9
$ 200/ton
65,000 Btu/hr to less than 135,000 Btu/hr
Efficiency Rating
Rebate
EER 9.2 to 9.4
$ 100/ton
EER 9.5 to 9.9
$ 150/ton
EER 10 and above
$ 200/ton
135,000 Btu/hr to less than 760,000 Btu/hr
Efficiency Rating
Rebate
EER 8.7 to 8.9
$ 100/ton
EER 9.0 to 9.5
$ 150/ton
EER 9.6 and above
$ 200/ton
760,000 Btu/hr and greater
Efficiency Rating
Rating
EER 8.4 to 8.6
$ 100/ton
EER 8.7 to 9.2
$ 150/ton
EER 9.3 and above
$ 200/ton
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CITY OF VERNON
Customer Incentive Program
Pre -Installation Application
(For Information Only)
Customer Name:
DBA Business Name:
Customer Contact:
Installation Address:
CUSTOMERS MAILING ADDRESS FOR REBATE CHECK
Name of Payee:
Federal Tax ID:
Phone Number:
Vernon, CA Zip Code
Address: City: Vernon State: CA Zip Code:
(To be eligible for rebates, this application must be completed, signed and submitted to the City of Vernon before
beginning project work.)
Thank you for your interest in the Customer Incentive Program. Please provide a summary of your project proposal.
In particular, please describe the energy savings and/or replacement equipment of your proposed project.
AGREEMENT CLAUSE: I/We agree as follows: 1) To begin the project within 90 days of initial registration and finish within 90
days of project commencement; 2) To allow the Vernon Light & Power Department to conduct scheduled site visits to verify
installation of the hardware specified in this project; 3) To provide the original, itemized, paid proof of purchase (sales slip or invoice),
complete a post -installation application form, and worksheet showing actual kW or kWh saved and size, speed and efficiency of
installed equipment (as applicable) all at completion of project; 4) This rebate is not to exceed seventy-five thousand dollars or fifty
percent of the paid proof of purchase (sales slip or invoice), whichever is less; 5) Rebate will be calculated per the rebate schedule in
effect at the time of approval of this application; 6) Rebates are subject to availability of funds; 7) That the City of Vernon may
withhold payment of any rebate until satisfaction of any and all of the above listed conditions are met.
Customer Signature: Title:
Print Name: Date:
Vernon Light & Power Dept. Only (Worksheet Must he Attached for Each
Project)
Date Pre -Inspection:
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CITY OF VERNON
Customer Incentive Program
Post -Installation Application
(For Information Only)
Customer Name:
DBA Business Name:
Customer Contact:
Installation Address:
CUSTOMERS MAILING ADDRESS FOR REBATE CHECK
Name of Payee:
Address:
Federal Tax ID:
Phone Number:
Vernon, CA Zip Code
City: Vernon State: CA Zip Code:
ATTACHMENTS TO BE INCLUDED WITH THIS FORM: A) Installer's statement of Actual equipment
installation (size and specifications) and/or kWh or kW savings computation. B) Copies of manufacturer's
specifications and performance data, C) Original, itemized, paid proof of purchase (sales slip or invoice).
Thank you for your interest in the Customer Incentive Program. Please provide a summary of your project. In
particular, please describe the energy savings and/or replacement equipment of your project.
AGREEMENT CLAUSE: I/We agree as follows: 1) To begin the project within 90 days of initial registration and finish within 90
days of project commencement; 2) To allow the Vernon Light & Power Department to conduct scheduled site visits to verify
installation of the hardware specified in this project; 3) To provide the original, itemized, paid proof of purchase (sales slip or invoice),
and worksheet showing actual kW or kWh saved and size, speed and efficiency of installed equipment (as applicable) all at
completion of project; 4) This rebate is not to exceed seventy-five thousand dollars or fifty percent of the paid proof of purchase (sales
slip or invoice), whichever is less; 5) Rebate will be calculated per the rebate schedule in effect at the time of approval of this
application; 6) Rebates are subject to availability of funds; 7) That the City of Vernon may withhold payment of any rebate until
satisfaction of any and all of the above listed conditions are met.
Customer Signature:
Print Name:
Vernon Light & Power Dept. Only (Worksheet Must be Attached for Each Project)
Date Post-hispection:
Inspected by:
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Customer Name:
DBA Business Name:
Customer Contact:
Installation Address:
CITY OF VERNON
Customer Incentive Program
Air Compressor Pre -Installation Application
(For Information Only)
Federal Tax ID:
Phone Number:
Vernon, CA Zip Code
CUSTOMERS MAILING ADDRESS FOR REBATE CHECK
Name of Payee:
Address: City: Vernon State: CA Zip Code:
(To be eligible for rebates, this application must be completed, signed and submitted to the City of Vernon before
project work starts.)
Thank you for your interest in the Customer Incentive Program. Please provide a summary of your project proposal.
In particular, please describe the energy savings and/or replacement equipment of your proposed project.
COMPRESSOR INFORMATION
Manufacturer: Model: Compressor Type:
Type of Control:
MOTOR INFORMATION:
Motor Size (HP): Service Factor: Efficiency (nameplate): (at full load)
AGREEMENT CLAUSE: I/We agree as follows: 1) To begin the project within 90 days of initial registration and finish within 90
days of project commencement; 2) To allow the Vernon Light & Power Department to conduct scheduled site visits to verify
installation of the hardware specified in this project; 3) To provide the original, itemized, paid proof of purchase (sales slip or invoice),
complete a post -installation application, manufacturers specifications and performance sheets, and worksheet showing actual kW or
kWh saved and size, and efficiency of installed equipment (as applicable) all at completion of project; 4) This rebate is not to exceed
seventy-five thousand dollars or fifty percent of the paid proof of purchase (sales slip or invoice), whichever is less; 5) Rebate will be
calculated per the rebate schedule in effect at the time of approval of this application; 6) Rebates are subject to availability of funds; 7)
That the City of Vernon may withhold payment of any rebate until satisfaction of any and all of the above listed conditions are met.
Customer Signature: Title:
Printed Name: Date:
Vernon Light & Power Dept. Only (Worksheet must be attached for Each Project)
Date Pre -Inspection: Inspector Name:
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CITY OF VERNON
Customer Incentive Program
Air Compressor Post -Installation Application
(For Information Only)
Customer Name:
DBA Business Name: Federal Tax ID:
Customer Contact: Phone Number:
Installation Address: Vernon, CA Zip Code
CUSTOMERS MAILING ADDRESS FOR REBATE CHECK
Name of Payee:
Address: City: Vernon State: CA Zip Code:
ATTACHMENTS TO BE INCLUDED WITH THIS FORM: A) Installer's statement of Actual equipment
installation (size and specifications) and/or kWh or kW savings computation. B) Copies of manufacturer's
specifications and performance data, C) Original, itemized, paid proof of purchase (sales slip or invoice).
Thank you for your interest in the Customer Incentive Program. Please provide a summary of your project. In
particular, please describe the energy savings and/or replacement equipment of your project.
COMPRESSOR INFORMATION
Manufacturer:
Type of Control:
Model: Compressor Type:
MOTOR INFORMATION
Motor Size (HP): Service Factor: Efficiency (nameplate) (at full load)
AGREEMENT CLAUSE: I/We agree as follows: 1) To begin the project within 90 days of initial registration and finish within 90
days of project commencement; 2) To allow the Vernon Light & Power Department to conduct scheduled site visits to verify
installation of the hardware specified in this project; 3) To provide the original, itemized, paid proof of purchase (sales slip or invoice),
manufacturers specifications and performance sheets, and worksheet showing actual kW or kWh saved and size, and efficiency of
installed equipment (as applicable) all at completion of project; 4) This rebate is not to exceed seventy-five thousand dollars or fifty
percent of the paid proof of purchase (sales slip or invoice), whichever is less; 5) Rebate will be calculated per the rebate schedule in
effect at the time of approval of this application; 6) Rebates are subject to availability of funds; 7) That the City of Vernon may
withhold payment of any rebate until satisfaction of any and all of the above listed conditions are met.
Customer Signature: Title:
Printed Name: Date:
Vernon Light & Power Dept. Only (Worksheet must be attached for Each Project)
Date Pre -Inspection. Inspector Name:
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CUSTOMER -DIRECTED PROGRAM
Objectives
The portfolio of energy efficiency public benefits programs established by the
: Department does not exhaust all energy efficiency opportunities. The Customer
Directed Program is intended to provide funds for customer -directed projects
involving the use of energy efficient technologies and research, development and
demonstration (RD&D) of energy -related technologies. Projects that are covered by
the Customer Incentive Program are not eligible. The following are the objectives of
the program:
• Help business customers develop sound and effective energy projects to grow
their businesses through appropriate strategies and partnerships.
• Increase the efficiency and productivity of energy use, while limiting
environmental impacts.
• Support the development and demonstration of new energy technologies and
products for business opportunities.
• Stimulate increased energy efficiency in buildings and operations.
• Lead community efforts to develop and utilize efficient energy technologies and to
accelerate their acceptance and use at the community level.
• Strengthen working relationships and, networking among the business community
in Vernon.
Program Description
The Customer -Directed Program may fund up to $150,000 for each project approved
that demonstrates energy -related and/or future commercial market potential in the
area of energy efficiency. The customer must provide at least 25% (twenty-five
percent) of the total project cost. All Vernon commercial and industrial customers are
eligible to participate in the program.
Projects may fall within one of the following two categories:
1. In-house Opportunities
In-house opportunities consist of installing or retrofitting company facilities with
RD&D technologies. Examples here could include electric vehicles charging
systems, electro technologies, and energy efficient or new energy
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technologies that are applied to facilities and/or processes.
2. Product Commercialization
Product commercialization consists of developing new technologies that will
be used for production and sale. These items will most likely fall in the RD&D
category and must be energy related. Products must be ready for testing
and/or production to be considered for funding. Some examples of past
technologies that were developed for commercialization include: nickel -metal
hydride batteries, aerosol duct sealer, which plugs air leaks in duct systems;
and compact fluorescent lights.
All expenses related to proposal preparation and submission and the oral
presentation will be the sole responsibility of the customer. Customers are
allowed to receive funding for one project per year.
Application Process And Rebate Payment
Payment for approved projects is subject to available program funds. Priority for
payment eligibility is established based on date of project approval by the
Department.
Application Process
1. To qualify -for incentive payment, applicants must submit a completed
application with the necessary attachments before beginning project work
starts. A sample application form is included herewith for information
purposes only. Customer initiated projects implemented prior to Department
acceptance of the application may be rejected. Subject to availability of funds;
the Department reserves monies for the project, pending timely completion
and meeting eligibility requirements.
2. In order to maintain eligibility, the project must commence within six -months of
application approval by the Department. The funded project must be
completed within a subsequent six -months period.
3. The Department may conduct a site inspection in order to verify the existing
equipment baseline and/or project progress.
4. At the completion of the project, applicant must submit a completion report
with necessary attachments. The completion report is basically an update of
the initial application with actual results. For projects that involve installation of
equipment, "completion" occurs when the equipment is installed and
operational.
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5. As a condition of incentive payment, participating customers must allow the
Department to conduct reasonably scheduled site visits to verify equipment
installation and operation.
6. Total incentive payment shall not exceed the total incentive reserved.
Payments will be made only after the appropriate documents have been
submitted (within the deadline established) and approved, and a site
verification visit has been satisfactorily completed. Upon final approval of the
project, the Department will process the customer's application and mail the
customer's rebate check within six weeks.
Evaluation Criteria
The Customer -Directed Program applications will be evaluated based on the
following criteria:
• Concept description
• Electricity related innovation/project tasks
• Energy savings
• Environmental impacts
• Economic competitiveness
• Commercialization/technology transfer
• Community benefits
After the Department staff evaluates the applications, applicants may be required to
provide an oral presentation to the Department. Projects will -be evaluated on the
comprehensive knowledge and understanding of the types of technologies developed
or implemented. Research, barriers, and processes for technology development will
be discussed. Other project evaluation components will include a business plan and
budget; cost controls, the probability of fulfillment of contract deliverables, corporate
commitment and dedication to the project, and schedule.
Application Approval
In order to award a project, the Department would first seek City Council approval
and a written agreement may be required at the discretion of the City.
Program Benefits
The, priority of the program is to foster increased use of energy efficiency and
facilitate the adoption of new technologies.
The specific benefits to the Department will depend on the types of projects selected.
RD&D projects may result in efficient use of energy. The Department is also
expected to benefit from improved communications with business customers, new
value added services and energy efficiency opportunities.
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Customers can select projects that best meet their needs and concerns, therefore,
adding value to their company's operations. Customers benefits will include financial
assistance for new technologies that may result in business expansion, improved
energy efficiencies in operations and improved environmental applications.
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CUSTOMER -DIRECTED ENERGY SOLUTIONS PROGRAM APPLICATION
Public Benefits Programs
City of Vernon Light & Power Department
(For Information Only)
All commercial and industrial electric customers are eligible to submit applications for
matching funds for projects that qualify in the areas of energy efficiency and RD&D.
This program permits customers to self -design energy efficiency measures that
derive a public benefit. The Department will evaluate the projects and award funds to
qualifying customers. The priorities of the program are to foster increased use of
energy efficiency and facilitate the adoption of new technologies. The Customer -
Directed Program is intended to address unique needs not met through any of the
other Public Benefits Programs.
Title of Project:
Company:
Address:
Project Manager:
Title:
Phone:
Fax:
E-mail:
Project Manager:
Title:
Phone:
Fax:
E-mail:
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Subcontractor(s) if applicable, including contact name, address, and phone number:
Duration of Project:
Proposed Start Date:
Proposed Completion Date:
Amount of funds requested
$
Funding and Other Sources
List each amount from other grants or the proposing company, if applicable. Also,
indicate whether the contribution is in -kind or monetary.
$
$
Total Project Budget
d,
Please provide description in response to the following topics. Please be as specific
as possible. The length of the application should be no longer than six pages,
including the cover sheet. Attach additional pages as needed for subcontractor and
other information pertinent to the proposed project.
Project Description Summary
Provide a summary description of the project, including general scope,
location, and the expected end result of the project.
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2. Project Objective(s)
List the goals and objectives of this project. What does it fix, what does it
improve, what benefits are derived? Include all economic, technical, energy,
and environmental aspects.
3. Scope of Work
Sufficiently detail the scope of work in chronological order.
4. Perceived Risks
List all potential risks associated with implementing the project.
5. Financial Analysis
Provide costs for implementation of the project. Sufficiently itemize all labor,
material, operational processes, and all associated project costs. Indicate the
basis for these costs or provide sufficient back up, such as contractor bids and
vendor proposals. Also, summarize the total financial benefits that result from
the project.
6. Tasks Time Schedule
Provide a project schedule. Show all project milestones and expected
completion date(s).
7. Approval Process
Describe your company's internal approval process for this project. Indicate if
this project has been discussed and has received authorized approval.
8. Energy Savings Calculations
Provide calculations for energy and energy cost savings. Provide a summary
of all key assumptions and inputs. Provide sufficient detail for review.
9. Measurement and Verification
Provide an evaluation criteria and methodology to which the project's
effectiveness can be measured. (Projects that replace or modify lighting or
HVAC energy consuming systems may follow the procedures outlined in the
International Performance, Measurement, and Verification Protocol published
by the Department of Energy.)
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10. Project Type
Please answer one of the appropriate questions below based on whether your
project is for your own facility or for product development and
commercialization.
. • a) In -House Opportunities Projects I . ,
How will the project benefit your organization and the community?
b) Product Commercialization Projects
Have you conducted a literature or product search to determine if
information resulting from a similar project already exists? If so,
describe any similar projects. Please explain how this proposed project
would be different from the one identified in the search.
11. Project Stage
At what stage of development is the project? Please check one of the stages
below.
Projects must be in Stage 3, 4, or 5 to be considered for funding. Please
check off the appropriate stage of the proposed project:
Stage 1: Conceptual
The objective is to demonstrate through tests or analyses the performance
and,the implementation potential of a concept.
Stage 2: Technical Feasibility
The objective is to confirm the performance of the new product by
experimenting or preparing engineering analyses. This stage validates that
there are no technical or economical barriers for implementation.
Stage 3: Development
The objective is to make improvements on the materials, designs, and
processes of the product, as well as to confirm that the product will perform as
specified. This stage entails the construction of testing prototypes.
Stage 4: Commercial Validation or Demonstration
The objective is to develop manufacturing techniques and the introduction of a
new process in a system.
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Stage 5: Full Scale Production and Deployment
The objective is to build the manufacturing or process facility and to make full-
scale production runs.
12. Attachments
Provide all additional documents such as plans and process diagrams that
support the project application. Please do not attach originals, as the
attachments will not be returned to applicants. Upon approval, the City of
Vernon will provide you with a Customer -Directed contract that will specify the
terms and conditions for project acceptance and the total funding allotted for
this project.
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