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TO: The Rules, Administration, and Procedures Committee
FROM: Alderman-At-Large, John Laesch
DATE: March 13, 2024
SUBJECT:
Aurora Solar and EV Charging Rebate Program for Alderman-At-Large, John Laesch
BACKGROUND:
The purpose of the Solar and EV Charging rebate program is to further incentivize Aurora residents to transition to fossil fuel free vehicles and solar energy. This is a pilot program that aims to capitalize on other existing programs and incentives through Citizens Utility Board’s group buy solar program, state, and federal incentive programs, and COMED rebate programs. The alderman will work with residents and other entities to maximize incentives that help Aurora residents save on their energy bills and transition to a carbon-free future.
DISCUSSION:
The Alderman will appropriate up to $15,000 of fiscal year 2024 aldermanic funds as incentives for Aurora residents for the following rebates:
Up to $1,000 reimbursement for installation of solar systems that utilize 5 or more panels.
Up to $500 reimbursement for the installation of a home EV charging system.
Up to $3,000 reimbursement for installation on multi-rooftop townhome projects or larger projects with 60 panels or more.
IMPACT STATEMENT:
N/A.
RECOMMENDATIONS:
Approved the Aurora Solar and EV Charging Rebate Program for Alderman-At-Large, John Laesch
CITY OF AURORA, ILLINOIS
RULES, ADMINISTRATION AND PROCEDURES RESOLUTION NO. _________
DATE OF PASSAGE ________________
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A Resolution establishing the Aurora Solar and EV Charging Rebate pilot program for Alderman-At-Large, John Laesch.
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WHEREAS, the City of Aurora has a population of more than 25,000 persons and is, therefore, a home rule unit under subsection (a) of Section 6 of Article VII of the Illinois Constitution of 1970; and
WHEREAS, subject to said Section, a home rule unit may exercise any power and perform any function pertaining to its government and affairs for the protection of the public health, safety, morals, and welfare; and
WHEREAS, the City Council, in the exercise of said home rule authority has empowered its Rules, Administration and Procedures Committee to from time-to-time adopt rules and policies governing the operations of the Office of the Aldermen; and
WHEREAS, and establishing the Alderman-At Large Solar and EV Rebate pilot program to help maximize incentives for Aurora residents to save on their energy bills and carbon footprint.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Rules, Administration, and Procedures Committee acting pursuant to its final action authority conferred by Sec. 2-123(f)(1)(e) of the Code of Ordinances Hereby authorize the Aurora Solar and EV Charging Rebate Program for Alderman-At-Large, John Laesch.