Summary
Should San Diego buy SDG&E's electric grid and run it as a public utility? The Phase II study says it's feasible and could save ratepayers billions, but union workers fear job losses and the price tag could top $7 billion. No vote was taken — this was informational.
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Last discussed Jun 22, 2026.
Impact analysis
Acquisition could cost $2.4–$7.6 billion plus roughly $1.4 billion in startup and separation costs, with projected ratepayer savings of $7–$19 billion over 30 years.
Ratepayers could see lower electric bills if the city proceeds and savings materialize.
IBEW workers fear job, pension, and benefit losses without guaranteed protections.
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