Summary
The city signed a nearly $2.9 million, six-year contract to keep its public EV chargers working, and will use Design-Build to speed up two big charging depot projects. Councilmember Hampton championed the buildout for residents and businesses that depend on chargers.
At a glance
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Last discussed May 4, 2026.
Impact analysis
Up to $2,866,130 over six years, with three optional one-year extensions worth up to $1,474,171 more.
EV drivers in Pasadena who rely on public chargers that have been unreliable.
Mentions & discussions (2)
City Council Meeting: (Audio Description) - May 4, 2026
IBEW speaker Kevin Norton flagged that early EV charger vendors went bankrupt, leaving half the city's chargers broken, and argued heavy electric fleet vehicles cost twice as much with half the performance. Staff said 32 of 45 fast chargers will be fully operational within two weeks.
City Council Meeting: - Feb 2, 2026
The city signed a nearly $2.9 million, six-year contract to keep its public EV chargers working, and will use Design-Build to speed up two big charging depot projects. Councilmember Hampton championed the buildout for residents and businesses that depend on chargers.
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