Curbside EV Charging Palo Alto Petition

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There are least three EV curbside models today

Shared Private Model

  • Homeowner or landlord installs and operates charging equipment.

  • Connects to the property’s existing utility meter.

  • Requires city permitting, easement, and liability insurance.

  • The City of Palo Alto may subsidize installation, with the condition that chargers offer some free community use.

  • May offer tax incentives for property owners / landlords.

  • Pros: Low city cost; encourages private investment.

  • Cons: Complex permits/liability; uneven access.

Provider Model (3rd Party Operated)

  • Companies such as itselectric.us install and manage chargers.

  • Equipment connects to the homeowner’s or landlord’s meter with consent.

  • Residents and community members share chargers.

  • Revenue-sharing model: property owners may receive a portion of usage fees.

  • Pros: Professionally installed/maintained; revenue-sharing incentive.

  • Cons: Dependent on landlord consent; may favor affluent areas.

Utility Owned Model (City-Operated)

  • EV chargers integrated directly into existing streetlight poles.

  • Power comes from the city’s electrical grid.

  • Owned and operated by the City of Palo Alto.

  • Provides equitable, public charging across neighborhoods.

  • Pros: Equitable, public access with city oversight.

  • Cons: High upfront city cost; slower rollout.

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What is your primary reason for supporting curbside EV charging in Palo Alto?
How do you currently charge your EV or plan to?
Which EV curbside charging model are you most interested in? *
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Which areas of Palo Alto do you believe have the highest need for curbside EV charging?
What type of charging speed would be most beneficial for curbside locations? *
How important is the availability of curbside EV charging to your decision to purchase an EV? *
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Would you be willing to pay a premium for the convenience of curbside EV charging? *
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