In June 2021, the San Diego City Council approved the electric and gas franchise agreements with San Diego Gas & Electric (SDG&E). The Franchise is a 10-year agreement with the option to extend for an additional 10 years and allows SDG&E to use the public right of way to install and maintain the infrastructure - such as pipes, poles and wires - necessary to provide energy to San Diego's residents and businesses.
The Franchise Agreements also include an Energy Cooperation Agreement (ECA). The ECA works to ensure alignment with the City’s Climate Action Plan (CAP) goals and advocates for equity programs for rooftop solar, affordable housing and energy efficiency. Additionally, the ECA ensures transparency by requiring regular meetings and presentations to City Council regarding energy rates, major projects, customer equity and climate equity.
SDG&E Electric Franchise Agreement
SDG&E Gas Franchise Agreement
Energy Cooperation Agreement - May 25, 2021
SDG&E Electric and Gas Franchise Administrative MOU
SDG&E Utility Undergrounding Program MOU
Franchise Compliance Review Committee
The Franchise Compliance Review Committee (committee roster) was created in accordance with Section 6 of the Franchise Agreement. This Committee is established every two years to ensure compliance with the terms of the franchise and to provide City Council with recommendations on the renewal for the secondary term of the Franchise.
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franchise@sandiego.gov
Committee Creation and Appointments
r-314189 Creation of committee
Mayor Gloria's appointments - July 22, 2022
r-314220 Tomasulo appointment
r-314356 Quient appointment
Mayor Gloria's appointments - April 26, 2023
2023 Meeting Agendas, Minutes, Presentations and Video Recordings
Energy Cooperation Agreement overview slides
Energy Cooperation Agreement implementation plan May 31, 2023 Public Comments
May 31, 2023 Public Comments Attachments May 31, 2023 Meeting Minutes April 19, 2023 Meeting Minutes v2
FCRC Undergrounding Overview Handout Slides - April 19, 2023 April 19, 2023 Meeting Minutes April 19, 2023 Public Comments March 15, 2023 Meeting Adjourned
SDG&E Admin MOU Presentation Franchise Financial Obligations Presentation Feb. 13, 2023 Meeting Minutes Feb. 13, 2023 Public Comments The City of San Diego entered into a 50-year franchise for electric and gas services in 1970 with San Diego Gas & Electric (SDG&E). This franchise expired in January 2021. The City then developed the terms of a new franchise for both gas and electric services.
Request for Expressions of Interest for Gas & Electric Services Memorandum RFEI Franchise for Electric and Gas Services Energy Franchise Agreements - Questions and Answers
Previous San Diego Gas and Electric Franchise Agreements:
City Council Minutes of December 11, 2001 (Item 335)
SDG&E Electric Franchise Agreement (1970)
SDG&E Electric Franchise Agreement Amendment (2002)
SDG&E Electric Franchise Agreement MOU
Resolution of City Council Approving an MOU with SDG&E Regarding Franchise Fees and Undergrounding
Cancellation of the Invitation to Bid for Franchise of Gas and Electric Services
The City of San Diego previously offered the following Invitations to Bid. The links below include instructions on the bidding process and the provisions for the respective franchises.
The City received a significant amount of questions. These documents include questions and responses:
