Community Needs Assessment
To ensure SDCP is investing in the proper initiatives and programs, and that the Community Power Plan is reflective of the community, the first step in developing the plan is conducting a community needs assessment. SDCP is conducting community engagement in partnership with Community Based Organizations and community stakeholders. Listening sessions hosted by community-based organizations and interviews with key stakeholders are paired with broad public listening workshops, info gathering via a survey, and community event attendance. This allows SDCP to further understand the goals, priorities, and needs of the community to inform the plan.
Public Listening Sessions
We have a seat at the table for you. We want to understand the issues you are facing that intersect with power and energy, such as climate, resiliency, health, and equity and needs within our community. Tell us what’s important to you by attending one of our listening sessions.
Virtual Public Session #1 – Hosted in English with Spanish interpretation
When: Tuesday, July 26, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM – This session was already held
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Virtual Public Session #2 – Presentada en español con interpretación en inglés
Cuándo: miércoles 17 de agosto, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM (18:00 – 19:00)
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Business Listening Sessions
We want to hear from our local business community about how energy, and climate change are impacting their business needs, how their energy needs are evolving, and the kinds of customer programs that can help meet their needs. Tell us what’s important to your business by attending one of our listening sessions.
Virtual Morning Session for Local Businesses
When: Thursday, July 21, 8:00 AM – 9:00 AM – This session was already held
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Virtual Afternoon Session for Local Businesses
When: Thursday, July 21, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM – This session was already held
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Survey
SDCP will be asking for additional public input through a survey coming in late-August. We’ll be sharing the link to the survey soon!
Next Steps
Following community engagement and survey, SDCP will report back to the community on what it heard are the needs. SDCP will take these needs and the universe of programs to determine which programs align with community needs and advance its mission of investing in our community to “create an equitable and sustainable future for the San Diego region.”
This will form the initial portfolio of program ideas that SDCP can seek funding for, develop, and launch over the next five years. A draft version of the plan will be presented for feedback and input before being adopted by the SDCP’s Board of Directors.
