This may be a local issue but,

This is precisely why the government is so invested in global warming. Without the scare this kind of scam would be laughed out of contention. What will another layer of bureaucracy, salaries and pension do to produce one more kilowatt of power.

Let's call it what it is extortion by government agency. There is widespread opposition but the unelected thugs carry on with their plans. They've learned from the Democrat administration that you can put a fancy title to something odious, give out no cost/benefit analysis and claim the mantle of civic responsibility. How can this anything but raise rates.



Get the Facts
What is the Marin Energy Authority's plan?
The plan is to replace the local electric company, PG&E, as the provider of electric power. PG&E would continue to deliver and bill for the power. The plan automatically enrolls everyone within the Marin Energy Authority's (MEA) area who does not affirmatively opt out, and permits MEA to charge unspecified "exit fees" for those who opt out more than 60 days after they begin receiving service.
What will it cost?
The MEA electricity will cost over $375 million. And to pay for it, the MEA would use ratepayer money, creating as much as $5,000 in debt, per Marin household, in participating towns and cities.
Who will be affected?
All Marin County residents and businesses will automatically be enrolled—whether you like it or not—except for those who affirmatively opt out or those in Corte Madera, Larkspur, or Novato where elected leaders have already rejected the plan due to its risks.
What can I do to avoid being penalized?
The MEA will begin automatically enrolling customers in June. Sign up today and we’ll send you special notifications so you stay informed and can tell your elected representatives to put the Marin Energy Authority to a vote.
For any further questions, please contact us at info@commonsensemarin.com.

"Placing this complex, expensive, and volatile business venture in the hands of rotating city/county elected officials charged with other obligations, presents the Marin taxpayers with an unacceptable risk."
Marin County Civil Grand Jury December 2, 2009
"The authority's procedures raises serious questions about treatment of local ratepayers."
Marin Independent Journal October 26, 2009
"...does not provide much transparency for either the ratepayers or the voters (taxpayers)."
Marin County Civil Grand Jury December 2, 2009
"...during its first few years the agency will not produce or even buy any new clean energy."
Marin Independent Journal December 13, 2009
"We long have been troubled by several aspects... especially its requirement that consumers 'opt out' of the program rather than consciously choose to participate in it."
Marin Independent Journal December 10, 2009
"Citizens of Marin are being led down a costly and extremely risky path not yet traveled by any other community in California."
Marin County Civil Grand Jury December 2, 2009
"The next steps could be costly and uncertain."
Marin Independent Journal October 26, 2009
"...could present unforeseen legal and financial risks to the participating cities, the County of Marin, and the citizens as taxpayers."
Marin County Civil Grand Jury December 2, 2009
"Marin is going where few other municipalities have ventured, let alone succeeded."
Marin Independent Journal October 26, 2009
"We repeatedly have urged the county to hold an advisory vote on the plan."
Marin Independent Journal December 10, 2009

This information was provided by the Coalition for Reliable and Affordable Electricity, a coalition that includes Pacific Gas and Electric Company