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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMINUTES Light and Power Committee 1991-08-01n RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS %iqht and Power Committee August 1,1991 Committee:Chairman Aldrich,Trustees Dickinson and Hix Attending:Chairman Aldrich,Trustee HiX Also Attending:Town Administrator Klaphake,Ass’t. Administrator Widmer,Light and Power Director Matzke,Clerk O’Connor Absent:Trustee Dickinson Chairman Aldrich called the Committee meeting to order at 2:04 P.M. EPPIC AWARDS DINNER -PRPA REQUEST FOR FINANCIAL SUPPORT. Ass’t.Administrator Widmer reported that this year’s EPPIC Awards will be presented at a dinner scheduled October 5 in the Estes Park Conference Center.This is the first year that this event has been held as a dinner,and the cost of the ticket is,therefore,higher than in the past.(In past years,the event included a breakfast.) Platte River Power Authority has requested a $2,000 contribution to be used to defray costs for invitations and other miscellaneous items necessary for a successful dinner;this will help keep the cost of the tickets as reasonable as possible and promote attendance at the event.It is anticipated 400—500±people will attend the dinner.Due to the PRPA’s work in recognizing outstanding achievements in the energy field,which is directly related to the Light and Power Department’s goals and objectives, staff,including the Mayor,believes the request is justified.In addition to the aforementioned achievements,the Committee recognized the potential economic impact to the community,and thus recommended approval of the $2,000 expenditure for the EPPIC Awards Dinner. PUBLIC POWER WEEK -REQUEST AUTHORIZATION OF FUNDING AND RESOLUTION. The Department has celebrated Public Power Week for the past four years and has received national exposure in the APPA Newsletter for its efforts.This year,Public Power Week will be held October 6- 12 and the Department is requesting authorization to continue promoting electrical safety and energy conservation as well as community awareness of the Department’s contribution to Estes Park. Staff is requesting authorization to expend $1,000 toward this year’s promotion.A Department breakfast/luncheon will be eliminated in anticipation of the EPPIC Awards Dinner October 5. A resolution recognizing Public Power Week 1991 was presented. Following discussion,the Committee recommends approval of a not— to—exceed expenditure of $1,000 and resolution for Public Power Week. REPORTS. Authorized computer equipment for the Shop facility has been received and employees are now receiving training;the SCADA equipment has also been received,however,it has not yet been programmed for use in monitoring substations,loading,etc.;and the Meter Test Board has been received,factory training will be conducted the end of September. Director Matzke briefed the Committee on current projects:Highway 7 realignment/the State Highway Department will reimburse the Department for expenses incurred in relocating service extensions; work is continuing on the Strong Avenue Lift Station line extension;the new bucket truck should be received in 30-45 days C RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS Light and Power Committee -August 1,1991 -Page 2 and an existing 1983 ½-ton pickup was sold for $2,250.Discussion followed on the Far View Lane undergrounding project,and the Committee recommends staff review the Telephone Franchise Agreement relating to pole attachments. Todd Steichen has been hired to fill the Lineman III position vacated by Bill Bower.Mr.Steichen will be relocating from Fairmont,MN to start work September 3. The Committee reviewed a preliminary rate study report prepared by Max Kiburz/Rate Consultant.A concept of seasonal rates for all rate classes,using a lower energy charge during summer months was presented.In addition,the demand ratchet would be eliminated. Staff is continuing to gather data for the rate study,and Mr. Kiburz was merely presenting early thoughts for discussion. Following discussion,the Committee directed staff to delete data on Hidden Valley from the rate study and so advise the Consultant. Ass’t.Town Administrator Widmer reported on Platte River Power Authority activities:staff is monitoring a decline of total revenues (down 2%);the Rawhide Plant will be off-line for scheduled maintenance for six weeks beginning August 31——tours will be conducted;the Colorado—Ute bankruptcy case is proceeding to court,and due to an opportunity to re—negotiate the coal contract, PRPA will realize a savings of approximately $1 Million;the Thornton water case,as it relates to the value of Windy Gap water, is being monitored;the “Mission Statement”,and the Annual Environmental Report,and Benchmarking of Electric Utilities Report were reviewed. The Rocky Mountain Electrical League Fall Conference will be held in Durango,September 8-11. There being no further business,Chairman Aldrich adjourned the meeting at 3:25 P.M. /_(/ Vickie O’Connor,CMC,Town Clerk rDVEO I AU8131991 U E.JES PARK 80MW 01 TRUSTEES c