Glendale's public electric utility Glendale Water & Power is proposing rebuild and expand its fossil fuel power generation facility known as “Grayson.” Under the proposal, the “repowering” would include replacing old natural gas turbines with new equipment – ultimately expanding capacity beyond what is necessary to power Glendale in hopes of selling the excess power to other utilities. The cost of the project is estimated to be $500 million, which would be financed with a bond issuance.

On January 23rd, the city council will vote on motion pausing the proposed project while independent consultants can study the cost and feasibility of alternative clean energy options. This meeting is scheduled for 6:00 PM on city hall. We are asking all concerned citizens to attend if possible. You can also support the cause by writing city council and urging them to proceed with the clean energy study.