Resource Conservation Advisory Board Agenda and Packet 2009 09 14

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Resource Conservation Advisory Board Agenda DATE Page 2 of 4 (or .com). In addition, she suggested we google "energy tax credits" to find more relevant sites. For specific information about windows, doors and furnaces, she recommends we instruct residents to reference specific manufacturers' sites (i.e. Anderson, Bella or Champion for windows). C. Mark asked about any sites that contain price/savings comparisons or typical ROI and time to recoup for green home improvements, stating that a typical question is "If I pay more for this green alternative, how long will it take to recoup my additional costs." He also mentioned that Council members would appreciate having that information to support any future decisions about adopting green building codes. This may be difficult due to the many variables associated with green home improvements. Beth mentioned that people spend up to $1,600 annually on energy bills, however she has not found any sites that break down savings. More discussion will be required. This may also be something to add to the site in a future phase. D. Annie sent Dave information about PV panels last month. Annie demonstrated the site provided by her contractor that shows the specific energy usage and generation at her house. We discussed linking to that site, but agreed it would be better to take the information from that site and populate our own site, including graphs and charts, rather than appear to endorse her contractor. We also discussed using her experience as an example of a typical cost structure for PV panels (i.e. total cost, Xcel rebate, federal tax credit and net cost). E. Richard Smith will share information about energy audits at a future date. F. Mark will share information about green building criteria at a future date. G. Dave distributed and discussed the preliminary site organization options he developed. We discussed several organizational options and categories/site navigation options including: "Updating your home," "Remodels," "Replacement items/appliances," "Solarizing," "Saving money on utilities" and "energy efficiency/green building." Dave will work on 2-3 site map options and attempt to have that ready to share by the September meeting. VII. LRCAB Table at Community Park, Labor-Day weekend September 5-7, for plastic-bags info distribution A. Mark sent in the application for our space and requested electricity In our space. B. Mark's tent is too small and is looking for a city-owned tent we could use.