At the U.S. Conference of Mayors’ Annual Meeting, Alameda Mayor Marilyn Ezzy Ashcraft accepted the 2026 Mayors’ Climate Protection Award in the Small City category. As part of the award, Walmart will make a contribution to a nonprofit in Alameda that helps foster sustainability in the community. https://alamedapost.com/news/city-of-alameda-wins-top-award-for-advancing-decarbonization/

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At the April 2026 meeting, the Alameda Public Utilities Board approved a 3% system average rate increase effective July 1, 2026. Despite the increase, AMP customers will still pay 38.2% less than PG&E customers pay in other cities. https://alamedapost.com/news/alameda-municipal-power-announces-3-rate-increase/

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Alameda Municipal Power issued a warning about a misleading flyer labeled “Public Utility Notice” that is currently circulating around Alameda. It references California Public Utilities Code 379.6 and is designed to look official, but it’s not. https://alamedapost.com/news/warning-public-utility-notice-flyer-scam/

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City Council has a busy meeting on Tuesday, December 2, including Infrastructure Workshop #4, discussing the Inclusionary Housing Ordinance, a Recreation and Parks fee update, and a proposed Mylar balloon ban. Karin K. Jensen previews the agenda and how to participate. https://alamedapost.com/news/december-2-city-council-preview/

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When Alamedans open our Alameda Municipal Power bills in July, we’ll see a 4% increase over the previous month. Despite the increase, our cost will still be 44.5% lower than people in neighboring cities who pay to investor-owned utilities such as Pacific Gas & Electric. https://alamedapost.com/news/alameda-electric-rates-increase-4-starting-july-1/

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Qualified multifamily property owners or managers can receive rebates up to $50,000 for the purchase and installation of EV charging at their multifamily properties. AMP is offering a free online webinar on Thursday, June 5, to help you get started. https://alamedapost.com/news/free-amp-webinar-multifamily-ev-charger-rebates-technical-assistance/

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The Home Electrification Fair on May 3 at Faction Brewing offered an opportunity to explore electrification. Residents chatted with representatives from various organizations about the "why" and "how" of switching to electric. Karin K. Jensen details the event and provides resources. https://alamedapost.com/features/alameda-life/home-electrification-fair-answers-why-how-electrify-home/

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Paying your electric bill just got more convenient. Alameda Municipal Power has announced the launch of its new customer mobile app, myAMP. https://alamedapost.com/news/alameda-municipal-power-launches-new-mobile-app-myamp/

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Following rising tides and smokey air, the City is seeking public feedback on its Climate Action and Resiliency Plan Update and Climate Adaptation and Hazard Mitigation Plan. The deadline to provide feedback has been extended until January 26, 2025. https://alamedapost.com/news/alameda-making-progress-climate-goals-seeks-public-input/

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After a comprehensive search, Alameda City Manager Jennifer Ott has officially appointed Tim Haines as General Manager of Alameda Municipal Power (AMP). Haines, who has served as AMP’s Interim General Manager since May, has more than three decades of experience in the energy and water industry.

https://alamedapost.com/news/tim-haines-appointed-lead-alameda-municipal-power/

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