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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMINUTES Light and Power Committee 1989-08-030 0 RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS 7Light and Power Committee August 3,1989 Committee:Chairman Hix,Trustees Aldrich and Hahecker Attending:All Also Attending:Trustee Dickinson,Light and Power Director Dekker,Electrical Engineer Matzke,Craig Poulsen/Cable Systems, Inc.,Lynn Coffman,Lee Hartland,Jim White,Bernie Holien,Jackie Johnson, Far View Lane Residents,Donald Forster, Clerk O’Connor Absent:Town Administrator Kiaphake,Finance Officer Vavra Chairman Hix called the meeting of the Light and Power Committee to order at 2:00 P.M. CABLE SYSTEMS,INC.-UPDATE. Light and Power Director Dekker reported the Department had received approximately 12 -15 complaint calls,and that general ly the customers were located in the Carriage Hills area. Craig Poulsen/CSI,stated that the primary trouble spot at this time is Carriage Hills.Additional men,plus a construction crew,have now joined CSI’s efforts to isolate and resolve the problems in this area.Channels 2,4 and 6 are now receiving their signals from satellite and these stations should be greatly improved.Carriage Hills residents,Lynn Coffman and Jim White expressed their concern and questioned when their reception would be improved?Mr.Poulsen confirmed the service in Carriage Hills would be greatly improved within seven (7)days.Although there may be “isolated trouble spots”,the cable system,in general, should be in good working order after repair/replacement of the Carriage Hills area. Lee Hartland,Miles Cottages stated he,along with other adjacent property owners,were satisfied with CSI.In Mr.Hartland’s opinion,Mr.Poulsen is sincere in his efforts to resolve any discrepancies in the system.Mr.Hartland encouraged residents to treat CSI’s office staff with courtesy. CSI will also attend the Committee meeting scheduled September 7th. U.S.HIGHWAY 36 STREET LIGHTS -DISCUSSION. Light and Power Director Dekker briefed the Committee on the proposed streetlight installation along U.S.Highway 36 along Moraine Avenue to the Beaver Point area.The National Park Service had expressed concern with the potential glare from such lights,and staff researched various fixtures to address “stray light.”Staff anticipates installing “hooded”-type fixtures, which focus light directly downward,in place of the existing lights in the Beaver Point area.Poletop fixtures will be used for the remainder of the project. Bernie Holien,1439 Bluebell Drive,appeared before the Committee and reported he had conducted an informal survey of various High Drive residents.In general,he found that the residents were not in favor of additional streetlight installations.Director Dekker commented that when certain areas of Beaver Point were annexed,the Town made a commitment to install streetlights along 0 0 RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS Light and Power Committee -August 3,1989 -Page two Moraine Avenue.Installation of approximately 15 streetlights would enhance public safety along the bike path. Following discussion,the Committee recommends the Department proceed with the project,authorizing staff to convert existing fixtures in the area to the hooded-type fixtures and install several of the poletop fixtures.Prior to completion,the Committee will conduct an on-site inspection of the project. UNDERGROUNDING OF ELECTRIC POWER LINES -DISCUSSION. As directed by the Committee in July,staff has been researching underground utility construction.Electrical Engineer Matzke presented a survey of seven (7)utilities which compared the practice followed for new developments,new line construction, and existing overhead construction.The majority of those surveyed have adopted an underground policy.The survey also indicated that if a customer requests an overhead line be con verted to underground,the customer must pay the costs of conver sion.The Committee recommends staff continue its efforts in this regard,requesting staff to include a cost—estimate for a conversion of existing overhead lines to underground for review and consideration in September. FAR VIEW LANE -POWER LINE RELOCATION. Staff advised that area homeowners have requested the Department to convert existing overhead power lines on Far View Lane to underground.The Town recently obtained adequate rights—of-way to pave and maintain this street,and work will begin in the near future.The homeowners were given three alternates for the underground conversion with associated costs,and the seven participants selected Alternate #2 for a total cost estimate of $17,069.75.The estimate includes the Light and Power,trenching and conduit costs.This alternate will eliminate overhead power lines beginning at the southwest corner of Tract 7 to the south west corner of Tract 2.The seven participating property owners desire a 15-year payment schedule of $163/year/participant. Staff was requested to review alternate payment schedules and their impact on the Light and Power Department Budget.This project would then be discussed at a special Committee meeting prior to the Town Board meeting scheduled August 22nd. The Committee also recommends Light and Power Director Dekker, Finance Officer Vavra,and Town Attorney White submit a policy for review and discussion;said policy to address incentives and payment schedules.The Committee also expressed their appre ciation to those in attendance. APPRENTICE PROGRAM -DISCUSSION. The Committee reviewed a proposed apprentice program for journeyman lineworker and meter specialist.Staff prepared a list of standards,which included term of apprenticeship,ratio of apprentices to journeymen,apprentice wage schedule,and schedule of work experience.Director Dekker commented this program should enhance safety and career opportunities.Stating such a program is a positive step forward,the Committee recom mends approval of both apprentice programs. REPORTS. The Delinquent Account for July indicated 63 telephone calls were made,23 notes were placed,and 11 accounts were disconnected. Electrical Engineer Matzke briefed the Committee on the Marys Lake Substation and Feeder Project.The new transformer should be energized August 29th. C C RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS Light and Power Committee —Auguts 3,1989 -Page three Approximately one-half of all footings have been poured for the new service facility. Director Dekker briefed the Committee on Colorado Ute and the Platte River Power Authority.Janet Bender Keigley is Estes Park’s recipient of the EPPIC Award.A breakfast honoring all recipients will be held at the Chilson Senior Center in Loveland on October 9th,at 7:00 A.M. There being no further business,Chairman Hix adjourned the meeting at 3:45 P.M. 4} Vickie O’Connor,Town Clerk AUG 8 1989 jF ETE PK U OF TR)STLES •1,