Summary
The council approved another $316,800 toward the hydrogen fueling station despite Councilmember Cole's argument that green hydrogen is failing worldwide and the city should pivot to battery electric buses. Staff said canceling now would put roughly $18 million in grants at risk.
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Last discussed May 18, 2026.
Impact analysis
$316,800 now, with a further roughly $12-15 million decision expected within a year.
Dial-A-Ride and transit riders if the hydrogen fleet succeeds in cutting emissions.
Ratepayers could face higher costs and service cutbacks if hydrogen fuel prices remain high, per Councilmember Cole.
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City Council Meeting: - May 18, 2026
The city is locked into hydrogen buses, and the council approved another $316,800 to keep the fueling station moving. Councilmember Cole argued green hydrogen has failed worldwide and the city should cut losses now; the majority said canceling would forfeit roughly $18 million in grants.
City Council Meeting: (Audio Description) - May 18, 2026
The council approved another $316,800 toward the hydrogen fueling station despite Councilmember Cole's argument that green hydrogen is failing worldwide and the city should pivot to battery electric buses. Staff said canceling now would put roughly $18 million in grants at risk.
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