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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMINUTES Light and Power Committee 1987-08-060 0 RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS /Light and Power Committee August 6,1987 Committee:Chairman Hix,Trustees Brown and Habecker Attending:All Also Attending:Mayor Dannels,Town Administrator Hill,Light and Power Dekker,Finance Officer Vavra, Clerk O’Connor Absent:None MANDATORY DEMAND CONTROLLER INSTALLATION -DISCUSSION: Pursuant to the Committee’s recommendation of June 4,1987,Town Attorney White submitted a legal opinion concerning mandatory installation of demand controllers.In summary,the opinion stated the Town could require such an installation;however,the Town would become involved in controlling equipment beyond the electric meter.Following discussion,the Committee recommends (1)the Town continue existing policy of not requiring a demand controller to be installed beyond residential demand meters and (2)a paragraph be incorporated into the Application for Service alerting all potential electric—heat customers to consider installing a demand control ler. CUSTOMER REQUEST FOR RELIEF IN REALIGNMENT OF ELECTRIC LINE: Trustee Habecker,informally representing Rob Erwin,1213 Chasm Road, stated Mr.Erwin has constructed an addition to his house.The addition has created a clearation violation for telephone cable and power lines. Director Dekker presented three (3)alternatives that could correct the situation:(1)innerset a pole and raise the electric wires and cable at a cost of $552.00;(2)install a new pole and raise the electric wires and cable —$797.75;or (3)install a new pole and realign the entire line — $1,500.00.This particular line loops to Glen Haven;adequate clearance (10’)existed prior to the addition.Following existing policy,if a customer causes the Town to remove and/or revise existing facilities,the customer is responsible for all costs incurred.Regardless of what alter nate,if any,the customer requests,the telephone company will relocate their cable and invoice Mr.Erwin.Following discussion,the Committee recommends adhering to existing policy whereby the customer will pay for any change in electric facilities. PUBLIC POWER WEEK -DISCUSSION: The Committee reviewed a letter dated July 28,1987 submitted by Joe Exum, President/American Public Power Association.Public Power Week has been scheduled for October 4 -10;all community-owned electric systems through out the country have been urged to participate.Several materials have been offered which include signs and decals,t—shirts,balloons,etc. Director Dekker advised the Department will prepare a program and advise. The Committee recommends (1)approval of Public Power Week for Estes Park October 4 -10;(2)adoption of a Public Power Week Resolution;and (3)an expenditure not—to—exceed $1,000. CITIZEN REQUEST FOR RELIEF IN TRAFFIC ACCIDENT INVOLVING STREET LIGHT - DISCUSSION: Director Dekker advised an accident,involving Watson Freight Line,oc curred May 18,1987 when Watson’s trailer struck a street light located at the intersection of Elkhorn Avenue and Wiest Drive.The Town’s cost to repair and reset the light is $125.00;Mr.Watson is appealing the charge because,in his opinion,several lights have been placed too close to the street making it difficult to avoid damaging them.In reviewing the “traffic accident report”,the Committee observed if vehicles remain on the roadway damage to street lights should not occur.Discussion followed with 0 0 RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS Light and Power Committee -August 6,1987 -Page two the Committee recommending Mr.Watson be advised the invoice in the amount of $125.00 is due and payable. EPURA REQUEST TO RELOCATE STREET LIGHTS -DISCUSSION: Pursuant to EPURA’s request to relocate four (4)street lights,Director Dekker submitted a cost estimate of $250.00/each for the following lo cations: 1.Southeast corner of Wiest Drive and Elkhorn Avenue (move back 18”) 2.Southwest corner of Wiest Drive and Elkhorn Avenue (move one light back 12”). 3.Southeast corner intersection of Moraine and Elkhorn Avenues (move two lights). Stating the lights were placed as designed,the Committee recommends the Light and Power Department perform the work at EPURA’s expense of approxi mately $1,000.00. POWER LINE FROM CHELEY CAMP TO BALDPATE -DISCUSSION: Director Dekker submitted four (4)alternative routes to rebuild the power line from Cheley Camp to Baldpate.The line was constructed by Public Service Company approximately 50 years ago and it is the main line serving Allenspark.The line must be replaced as soon as possible.Director Dekker advised discussion has taken place with the developers of the Baldpate property.A mutually-beneficial arrangement could take place if the line were relocated to pass through the proposed development.If the developers wish a portion of the line be placed underground,the Committee feels the developers should pay the difference in costs.Should nego tiation be successful,the Town could relocate the line which would allow access by vehicle.The range of cost estimates is between $60,000 and $96,000.FEMA funds will pay for a portion of the project.Discussion followed,with the Committee recommending Director Dekker be authorized to negotiate construction options and fees with the developers,returning to the Committee with additional information. HAZARDOUS WASTE DUMPING SITE -DISCUSSION: Director Dekker advised a claim has been filed by EPA against Rose Chemi cal.In 1982,the Town shipped certain capacitors to the Rose Chemical site for disposal.The Town has been identified as a producer of toxic waste and is,therefore,one of several entities responsible for clean—up of the site.The Department shipped a very small amount of products and waste to Rose Chemical and the responsibility for polluting the site will be dispersed among all contributing entities.In a letter dated July 30, 1987,Town Attorney White stated that due to the involvement of numerous insurance carriers for the Town,legal costs are being incurred concerning inquiries for information.Following discussion,the Committee recommends Town Attorney White continue to monitor this issue on behalf of the Town, answering any direct inquiries for information that may arise. PCB TESTING AND CONTROL PROCEDURES -REVIEW: The Committee reviewed PCB testing and control procedures currently being followed by the Light and Power Department.Oil samples from various units are being submitted to National Electric Company for analysis.Following testing,National Electric provides a PCB analysis to the Town.50 samples were submitted in July;2 samples were found to be contaminated.Contam inated units are then identified as such with a “yellow”label and properly disposed.A “blue”label is attached to all units found to be free of PCB agents.All testing records are being maintained by the Department. 0 0 RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS Light and Power Committee -August 6,1987 -Page three SAFETY AND HEALTH PERFORMANCE AWARD -DISCUSSION: In a letter dated July 28,1987,the National Safety Council commended the Light and Power Department in preventing accidents and occupational ill nesses during 1986.Consideration is being given to the possibility of awarding an informal “incentive award”to Department employees. “CPR”INSTRUCTION -DISCUSSION: Director Dekker advised a “CPR”course is available to all Town employees and officials at a cost of approximately $5.00/person.All fees would be paid by the Town;course instructors are Jo Hutter and Steve Smee.The 8—hour course will be offered on two separate days.Anyone desiring to participate in the course is asked to advise Bob Dekker,Light and Power Department,586—5331,extension 202. RMEL CONFERENCE -SEPTEMBER 13 -15,1987: The annual Rocky Mountain Electrical League (RMEL)Conference will be held September 13 -15,1987 in Durango.Those Trustees planning on attending the Conference are asked to advise Clerk O’Connor as soon as possible. TRAPPER MINE AND CRAIG POWER PLANT TOUR: Platte River Power Authority has invited all member officials to attend an all day tour of the Trapper Mine and Craig Power Plant either September 2 or 10,1987. REPORTS: Finance Officer Vavra reported one check in the amount of $46,000 has been received from FEMA for flood-related projects.Officer Vavra will obtain information from FEMA regarding possible stipulations regulating work to be performed by Town crews vs.private contractors. An agreement has been reached with the National Park Service concerning the Cascade Dam Project.The Town has requested proposals for construction of the diversion structure and penstock contingent upon the Town receiving a “404 Permit.”North American Hydro is still interesting in leasing the Town’s property for a generating plant. No further action has taken place on the Olympus Dam Project. Thaine J.Michie has been selected as the General Manager of Platte River Power Authority.Mr.Michie was promoted from within the organization. Year-to-Date kilowatt hour sales are up 7.4%;revenue is up 6.8%. The Delinquent Account Report for July indicated 63 telephone calls were made,16 notes placed at the customer’s residence and 6 accounts were disconnected.Discussion followed concerning alternative methods that could be implemented to advise customers of their delinquent status. Finance Officer Vavra will research information regarding the habitual delinquent customer for presentation at the next Committee meeting. Lineman Joe Beaman has submitted his resignation and will be relocating to Indiana. There being no further business,the meeting adjourned. Vickie O’Connor,Town Clerk 1\UG 11198?