Energy strategy

Criticized the draft as neither a policy nor a strategy, said it's vague, geothermal-heavy, and overdue, and called for plain-language public involvement.

Said the Board's charge was an energy policy, not a strategy, and suggested disbanding the ad hoc committee if it won't produce one.

Said District 3 doesn't want the projects, cited missed 60- and 90-day deadlines for the policy and element, and thanked supervisors who engaged the public.

Welcomed fast ordinance updates but asked for plain language, firm permitting timelines tied to the energy element, and a data-center moratorium safeguard.

Opposed geothermal development until water use, well impacts, and gas release safety issues are addressed.

Said developers are already circling with no guardrails, asked how long until a real energy element, and pressed for a moratorium or outside expertise.