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Cibolo council asks member to approach EDC about EV charging stations near HEB pond
Summary
After debate over cost, maintenance and grant options, council authorized Councilwoman Norma Sanchez Stevens (motion made by Councilwoman Roberts) to raise the prospect of placing EV chargers in the pond/HEB parking area with the Economic Development Corporation and to explore grant funding.
Council members discussed placing electric vehicle charging stations in the parking area near the pond/HEB during the Jan. 13 meeting and ultimately approved a motion to allow a councilmember to approach the Economic Development Corporation (EDC) to discuss investment and grant possibilities.
Proponents argued chargers could increase local retail visits and sales tax revenue, and noted there are federal and state grants that could offset the high installation cost. Opponents cautioned about maintenance requirements, safety and uncertain return on investment for chargers placed away from interstate corridors; one councilmember estimated two‑port fast chargers could cost in the hundreds of thousands of dollars depending on configuration.
Staff said chargers had not been a strategic priority in past council directives but that, if directed, staff and the city’s grant writer would pursue relevant grant programs. Following discussion, Councilwoman Roberts moved that she attend the next EDC board meeting to discuss potential EDC investment and grant pursuit for chargers near the pond/HEB; the motion carried.
