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City hears pitch for fast EV chargers; council directs staff to return with proposals
Summary
Company representatives from Apollon 7 and partners told the council their fast‑charging technology can fully charge cars in about 5–20 minutes, proposed revenue‑share arrangements and said installations would require long‑term agreements; council directed staff to return with a formal proposal and procurement options.
Apollon 7 and partners introduced a proposal for rapid electric‑vehicle charging stations and asked the City of Livingston to consider partnerships that would place chargers on city‑owned or private property.
"My name is Jose Hernandez. I'm CEO of IDA California," said Jose Hernandez, who joined Harout and a representative from Apollon 7 for the presentation. Harrison Nikur, who identified himself as CEO of Polon Savant Holding, said the company has developed a charging system intended to complete a full charge in roughly 5 to 20 minutes and described an integrated digital advertising screen on each unit.
Company representatives outlined potential business models, including a revenue‑share arrangement they described as an example of an 80/20 split in which the city would receive a percentage of per‑machine revenue rather than an upfront lease payment. They also said their approach is not reliant on government subsidies and that per‑location capital costs could range from several hundred thousand to as much as $1–2 million depending on the configuration and number of machines.
Council members pressed for specifics about contract terms, whether an RFP would be required, security and public‑safety implications of integrated cameras, and power requirements. Engineering and legal staff said the city has not issued an RFP and that procurement and competitive‑bid questions — and whether and how to solicit multiple proposals — will need additional analysis. The company said it would provide a formal proposal and is open to both direct partnership and competitive procurement.
Following the presentation and Q&A, Mayor Moran moved, and the mayor pro tem seconded, to direct staff to return with analysis and formal proposal options for council consideration. The council agreed and asked staff to address procurement pathways, revenue scenarios, security access for law enforcement, and potential budget impacts.
The council did not approve any agreement tonight; staff will bring back recommendations and any required procurement steps for future council consideration.
