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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMINUTES Light and Power Committee 1989-04-060 0’ RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS /Light and Power Committee April 6,1989 Committee:Chairman Hix,Trustees Aldrich and Habecker Attending:All Also Attending:Mayor Dannels,Trustees Barker and Garrett,Town Administrator Kiaphake, Light and Power Director Dekker,Elec trical Engineer Matzke,Line Foreman Dragon,Finance Officer Vavra,Craig Poulsen and Robert Gates/C.S.I.,Inc., EPURA Technical Planner Joseph,Clerk 0’Connor Absent:None Chairman Hix called the meeting of the Light and Power Committee to order at 2:05 P.M. CABLE SYSTEMS,INC.-PROGRESS TO DATE. Craig Poulsen/Cable Systems,Inc.updated the Committee on the “flashing”the system is experiencing due to the current wind conditions.Major problem areas include Fall River Road,the intersection of Moraine and Marys Lake Road,Stanley Circle,and Elkhorn/Cleave/MacGregor.CSI intends to totally rebuild the system to alleviate this situation;work has begun on Fall River Estates,and the line should be completed by mid-April.Trustee Barker presented a video tape of the reception he is receiving, and Mr.Poulsen stated CSI will correct the situation no later than April 14th.CSI anticipates a May 31st deadline to complete all work on the system. All mapping has been completed and said maps have been submitted to the Department.Revised channel directories have been provid ed to all subscribers. CSI has met with Executive Director Art Anderson/EPURA,concern ing public access Channel 8.The primary objective is to list a schedule of activities/attractions in the Estes Park area. The Town intends to conduct signal strength testing following the May 31st deadline. The Committee suggested CSI also attend the Committee meeting on May 4,1989. SERVICE BUILDING. Review of Excavation Bids.The Committee reviewed a memorandum submitted by Director Dekker.Staff is recommending acceptance of the bid in the amount of $129,000 submitted by Connell Resources for excavation and crushing.Gavell Excavating submitted a bid in the amount of $67,275 for excavation only.By crushing excess material,the Town could receive a reasonably priced supply of base course material for several years.Crushing would also eliminate the need to store the unsightly surplus rubble on—site. The Committee recommends accepting the bid in the amount of $129,000 submitted by Connell Resources,and that the sale of the excess material be limited to public agencies. Request Authorization to Solicit Construction Bids.Director Dekker reported construction plans and specifications have been completed.The Committee recommends the Department be authorized solicit RFPs. 0 0 RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS Light and Power Committee -April 6,1989 —Page two STREET LIGHTING -DISCUSSION. Courtyard Area.Representatives from the Courtyard Merchants Association appeared before the Committee requesting street lights be extended up Virginia Drive to include this complex. The merchants have expended a considerable amount of money to improve exterior lighting;however,foot traffic has not been improved.The merchants desire to become involved in EPURA’s streetscape project.The lighting schedule for this area has been delayed due to the uncertainty of the site selection for the Library.Director Dekker reported the area could involve approx imately eight (8)decorative street lights,with an estimated expenditure of $1,500/light.EPURA will be addressing this request during the Board meeting April 7th.The Committee recommends tabling this request,pending a recommendation from EPURA. Beaver Point Area.During the annexation of the Beaver Point area,the Town stated street lights would be installed on Moraine Avenue.Delays were experienced due to opposing views of the residents,including the National Park Service.Staff researched various fixtures to address “stray light”concerns,and have determined a “hooded”street light could be installed near the west end (commercial area).The National Park Service has offered their approval of this particular style of fixture.A total of approximately 30 street lights would be required,and all lights would be installed on the north side of Moraine. Current budget restraints would allow installation of 1/2 of the lights beginning at the intersection of Moraine and Marys Lake Road east to Telemark.The Department could complete this section during the summer season;the remaining 1/2 could be completed in 1990.The Committee recommends proceeding with this project,installing 1/2 of the street lights in the area stated above. REPORTS. Light and Power Director Dekker reviewed current projects, including the south line,Marys Lake underground feeders,Mall Road,Big Thompson line,and new services. Staff commented on the APPA E&O Workshop held in Washington,and various other training and education conferences which will be held in the near future. In comparing the Delinquent Account Report for March 88/89, telephone calls were up 61%,notes were up 7%,and disconnects were down 30%. Electrical Engineer Matzke presented the year—end comparison chart for Ski Estes Park.If the District would have remained on the Large Service Rate,the total electric bill would have been $42,547.30.With the load-shedding eauipment,their bill was $27,366.32;which resulted in a savings of $15,200. Bob Winokur,Mayor of Fort Collins,has joined the Platte River Power Authority Board of Directors. Colorado Ute recently defaulted on indebtedness payments.At this time,PRPA is not aware how such a default may affect its members. Following completion of all agenda items,Trustee Aldrich moved the Committee enter Executive Session to discuss personnel matters.Trustee Habecker seconded the motion and it passed unanimously. 0 0 BRADFORD PUBLISHING .RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS Light and Power Committee -April 6,1989 -Page three Chairman Hix adjourned the meeting at 3:19 P.M.to Executive Session. Chairman Hix convened the meeting at 3:43 P.M. PERSONNEL ACTION -RON BEITZ. The Committee discussed the expenses incurred by Ron Beitz due to his on-the-job accident in 1983 which resulted in a prothesis for his left hand.The Committee recommends the Town offer payment for the initial cost of the prothesis and current repairs subject to a release form to be prepared by Town Attorney White.Any additional expense will be reviewed on a case—by—case basis. There being no further business,Chairman Ilix adjourned the meeting at 3:44 P.M. /, 2 Vickie O’Connor,Town Clerk APP RC.VE APRil1989 lu4N UF ESTES PARK , BOARD Of TES’