my name is melissa mcdermott. i was also hired through the work force development go solar sf program. i'm one of the low-income single moms this program has benefit. i do not need to get into where i was a few years ago, but i can assure you i was not paying taxes and you never find me in a place like this. i needed to get into something and i needed to do it quick in order to save my relationship with my family and be able to progress and make a difference in. my. -- in my life. in turn, i've also seen things from different perspectives professionally. i've seen families be able to install solar on their homes that would never in a million years be able to do that if it was not for this program. they are able to make a difference in their community and teach their children how to respect our planet and move forward in a positive direction. also, many nonprofits have benefited from the program. i have been able to help with some volunteer installations and i have been able to see people in communities be able to