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Utility Advisory Committee
Public Works Conference Room
Port Angeles, W A 98362
February 10, 2009
3:00 p.m.
L Call To Order
Chairman Reed called the meeting to order at 3:15 p.m.
IL Roll Call
Members Present:
Chairman Reed, Orville Campbell, Karen Rogers, Dan Di Guilio
(3:17), Betsy Wharton (3:17)
Members Absent:
None
Staff Present:
Glenn Cutler, Bill Bloor (3:23), Mike Puntenney (3:20), Larry
Dunbar, Steve Sperr, Phil Lusk, Cate Rinehart
Others Present:
Diane C Nelson - League Of Women Voters
IlL Approval of Minutes:
Chairman Reed asked if there were any corrections to the minutes of January 13, 2009.
Councilmember Rogers moved to approve the minutes. Orville Campbell seconded the motion,
which carried unanimously.
IV.
Late Items
Washington State Recycling Association Press Release
Stormwater Appeal Phase 2 Decision
V. Discussion Items:
A. Parametrix Consultant Agreement For Landfill Services
Steve Sperr, City Engineer, explained that additional work outside the original scope of work
under the terms of the agreement and been done and a final close-out agreement had been
negotiated. There was a lengthy discussion.
Orville Campbell moved to recommend City Council approve Amendment No.1 to
Consultant Agreement 07-11, increasing the total amount by $66,325.00, from $694,491.00
to $760,816.00. Councilmember Wharton seconded the motion which passed on a vote of
three to two with Councilmember Rogers and Councilman Di Guilio declining.
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B. Changes to Upper Golf Course Road Sanitary Sewer Connection Charges
Steve Sperr, City Engineer, noted that the original connection charges established by ordinance
3038 needed to be update to reflect current development and zoning standards. The proposed
change in fee structure would encourage additional connections, increase development
opportunities, and reduce the cost for development as compared to when the ordinance was
passed in 1999. A discussion followed.
Councilmember Rogers moved to recommend City Council proceed with a public hearing
and approve the proposed changes to P AMC 13.72. Councilmember Wharton seconded
the motion with Chairman Reed abstaining.
C. Web-Based Geographic Information System Upgrades
Steve Sperr, City Engineer, pointed out that phased upgrades to the City's electronic systems,
including its Geographic Information System, are needed to enhance access to utility, zoning,
parcel, and other information by both the public and City Departments. There was a brief
discussion.
Councilmember Rogers moved to recommend City Council authorize the Web-based GIS
upgrades using existing utility funds, for a total amount estimated at $63,537 to be included
in the Capital Facilities Project. Orville Campbell seconded the motion, which carried
unanimously.
D. Bonneville Power Administration Accord And Satisfaction Agreement
Larry Dunbar, Deputy Director of Power Systems, advised that BP A and staff was interested in
terminating the billing credit agreement and fulfilling the City's responsibilities under a legacy
conservation agreement. If the agreements remain in effect the City will continue to be required
to prepare quarterly reports, invoices and payments for at least an additional fourteen years.
There was a brief discussion.
Councilmember Rogers moved to recommend City Council approve and authorize the
Director of Public Works and Utilities to sign the Accord and Satisfaction Agreement.
Councilmember Wharton seconded the motion, which carried unanimously.
E. Bonneville Power Administration Tier 2 Power Supply Planning Workshop
Larry Dunbar, Deputy Director of Power Systems, reviewed the information contained in the
packet, responded to questions, and provided clarification. The dates of June 10th and 11 th were
established to hold the workshop with a starting time of 8 a.m. The entire City Council is being
requested to attend.
Information only. No action taken.
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F. Interagency Agreement For Performance-Based Contracting
Larry Dunbar, Deputy Director of Power Systems, observed that the City had been offered
participation in the state sponsored performance-based contracting program for reductions in the
use of cost of energy, water, wastewater, and solid waste. Services would include assistance in
selecting an Energy Service Company and identifying potential projects. A discussion followed.
Coouncilmember Rogers moved to recommend City Councill) adopt a resolution in
accordance with RCW 39.35A for a performance-based contract, 2) authorize the Public
Works and Utilities Director to sign the interagency Agreement with the State of
Washington and 3) submit a notice of intent and credit form under the Washington State
LOCAL lease/purchase program. Orville Campbell seconded the motion, which carried
unanimously.
G. Bonneville Power Administration Smart Grid Demonstration Project
Larry Dunbar, Deputy Director of Power Systems, noted BP A had recently announced the
availability of a Smart Grid Demonstration Project related to advanced metering infrastructure,
which was included in the Electric Utility's 2008-2014 Capital Facilities Project. Staff was
advised to pursue participation and further information. There was a brief discussion.
Information only. No action taken.
H. Storm water Appeal Phase 2 Decision
Bill Bloor, City Attorney, reviewed the process and advised that the appeal had succeeded in
lessening the most troublesome portions.
Information only. No action taken.
1. Washington State Recycling Association
Larry Dunbar, Deputy Director of Power Systems, passed out a press release which covered
general recycling trends.
Information only. No action taken.
J. Conservation Potential Study
The Utility Advisory Committee acknowledged the information only staff report, which was not
presented and did not require discussion.
Information only. No action taken.
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K. Power Generation Preliminary Feasibility Studies
The Utility Advisory Committee acknowledged the information only staff report, which was not
presented and did not require discussion.
Information only. No action taken.
L. Western Climate Initiative
Tabled until March 10,2009.
VI.
Next Meeting Date:
March 10,2009
The meeting was adjourned at 5:00 p.m.
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