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Low Income Energy Efficiency Program (LEEP) Update
Staff will provide a brief summary of the LEEP program results since inception including customer feedback.
explanation
Staff received a DEED (Demonstration of Energy Efficiency Design) grant in 2006 to investigate the energy intensity and relative condition of low income households in Gainesville. As a result of this study, a pilot program was implemented in March of 2007 to address the relatively high usage of energy in low income households and install efficiency measures to improve the performance of the house and lower the utility usage. Lessons learned from the pilot program allowed for a full scale program to be started in FY'07. Since then the program has helped make 700 homes more efficient and affordable for their occupants. When the City of Gainesville received ARRA funding in 2008, a large portion was used to increase the number of low income homes that could receive assistance. Staff has seen significant savings in these homes and has received numerous letters of gratitude for the services provided.
Fiscal Impact
The LEEP program is included in the FY2012 budget so no additional action is needed at this time.
Recommendation
The City Commission receive a brief presentation from staff on the current status of the LEEP program.