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Updated 2026-03-04T22:06:08.502+00:00
1) Overview: In the last 90 days, local political focus on utilities has intensified, particularly following major blackouts in San Francisco. Lawmakers are actively exploring options to reduce reliance on Pacific Gas and Electric (PG&E), signaling a push for alternative energy management or providers. Multiple committee and board meetings have addressed related infrastructure, water management, and policy oversight, reflecting a broad approach to utility challenges in the region. 2) Concrete updates: - On February 24, 2026, San Francisco lawmakers increased efforts to break ties with PG&E after significant blackouts disrupted service. - Numerous meetings of the Board of Directors and various committees (Recycled Water, Capital Improvement, Water Supply and Demand Management, Board Audit, SCW Independent Monitoring, Board Policy and Monitoring) were held between January 28 and March 9, 2026, focusing on utility-related issues. - The Recycled Water Committee met on February 24, indicating attention to sustainable water resource management as part of utility planning. - The Capital Improvement Program Committee and Water Supply and Demand Management Committee met on February 22, suggesting ongoing infrastructure and resource planning efforts. - Despite multiple meetings, no specific agenda items linked directly to utilities were publicly noted, indicating discussions may be in preliminary or internal stages. 3) What to watch next: - Outcomes from the March 9, 2026, Board of Directors meeting may provide further clarity on strategic decisions regarding PG&E and alternative utility options. - Any forthcoming agenda items explicitly addressing utility restructuring or new energy partnerships. - Updates on infrastructure investments or policy changes emerging from the various committees focused on water and capital improvements. - Public communications or legislative proposals from San Francisco lawmakers concerning utility management reforms.

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3/10/2026, 12:00:00 PM
Page 1 of 18 BOARD OF SUPERVISORS Otto Lee, District 3, President James R. Williams Sylvia Arenas, District 1, Vice President County Executive Betty Dương , District 2 Susan Ellenberg, District 4 Tony LoPresti Margaret …
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2026-03-09 • 1:00 PM
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2026-02-24 • 12:00 PM
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2026-02-23 • 11:00 AM
Board of Directors
2026-02-19 • 11:00
Board Audit Committee
2026-02-17 • 1:00 PM
Board of Directors
2026-02-09 • 11:00 AM
Board of Directors
2026-01-28 • 6:00 PM

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