HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes 04/09/2001 UTILITY ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Port Angeles, Washington
April 9, 2001
Call to Order:
Chairman Reed called the meeting to order at 3:00 p.m.
II. Roll Call:
Members Present: Chairman Reed, Mayor Doyle, Orville Campbell, Larry Williams, Allen
Bentley
Members Absent: None
Staff Present: Craig Knutson, Glenn Cutler, Scott McLain, Gary Kenworthy, Larry Dunbar,
Mark Hughey, Cate Rinehart
Others Present: None
III. Approval of Minutes:
Chairman Reed asked if there were any changes or additions to the agenda. Scott McLain, Deputy
Director of Power Systems, added an additional item under j. - Contribution to Electric Utility Rural
Economic Development Revolving Fund for 2001. Chairman Reed then asked if there were any
additions or corrections to the meeting minutes of March 5, 2001. Councilman Campbell moved to
approve the minutes. Allen Bentley seconded the motion, which carried unanimously.
IV. Discussion Items:
A. Surplus Equipment and Materials
Gary Kenworthy, Deputy Director of Engineering Services, advised the City has three substation
transformers, a substation control center, fifty-six tons of bentonite from the landfill and silica sand from
the downtown project that can be sold. A short discussion followed.
Allen Bentley moved to recommend to the City Council that the transformers, bentonite, and silica
sand be declared surplus and that the Director of Public Works and Utilities be authorized to proceed
with advertising for bids for their sale. Councilman Campbell seconded the motion, which carried
unanimously.
B. Conservation Program
Larry Dunbar, Power Resources Manager, introduced Mark Hughey, the new Commercial Energy Analyst.
Mr. Dunbar reviewed the history of the conservation programs indicating some measures could be
implemented now that would qualify for BPA renewable credits in October of 2001. Mr. Dunbar explained
the a Regional Technical Forum had been established to validate savings and credit amounts for each
qualifying measure. A discussion followed with concerns expressed over BPA correctly crediting the City.
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Councilman Campbell moved to recommend to City council that the Director of Public Works and
Utilities be authorized to implement conservation program measures that qualify for the Bonneville
Power Administration conservation and renewables credit. Mayor Doyle seconded the motion, which
carried unanimously.
C. Compact Fluorescent Lamp Campaign
Larry Dunbar, Power Resources Manager, reviewed a new BPA ENERGY STAR compact fluorescent lamp
coupon rebate program. Coupons would be distributed to customers allowing them to purchase lamps at
a savings of six dollars apiece. The program is scheduled to begin sometime in May and will be offered
three times. A short discussion followed with suggestions for various means of distribution.
Mayor Doyle moved to recommend to City Council that the Mayor be authorized to sign the
ENERGY STAR Labeled Compact Fluorescent Lamp Coupon Rebate Agreement. Allen Bentley
seconded the motion, which carried unanimously.
D. Landfill Site Permit
Glenn Cutler, Director of Public Works and Utilities, announced that the County had approved the permit
with no vocal objection from the FAA. There was no discussion.
No action taken. Information only.
E. Telecommunications and Related Ordinances Final Report
Larry Dunbar, Power Resoumes Manager, summarized the steps that had been taken to reach the final report
indicating that the various concerns had been addressed. A short discussion followed.
Councilman Campbell moved to recommend to City Council adoption of the new Telecommunications
Pole Attachment and Wireless Telecommunication Tower and Facilities ordinances and adoption of
telecommunications related updates to existing Fees, General Provisions, Public Utility Tax,
Construction or Excavation Work Within Right-of-Way, and Right-of-Way Use ordinances. Allen
Bentley seconded the motion, which carried unanimously.
F. Pole Attachment Fee
Larry Dunbar, Power Resources Manager, indicated that since fees had not been adjusted in seventeen years
rates were substantially below cost. Mr. Dunbar reported an analysis had been completed with the final
results pending BPA's rate announcement. Scott McLain, Deputy Director of Power Systems, explained
the different methodologies and various reasons why the increase was necessary. A discussion followed
with concerns regarding fee amounts. Staff agreed to bring additional information to the City Council.
Mayor Doyle moved to recommend to City Council that the pole attachment fee be adjusted annually,
beginning in the year 2002 through year 2005, in the amounts of $8.50, $9.00, $9.50, and $10.00
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respectively. Councilman Campbell seconded the motion, which carried unanimously.
G. Proposed Electric Franchise Ordinance
Chairman Reed noted the packet was missing a number of pages.
Mayor Doyle moved to place the item on the May 7th UAE agenda. Councilman Campbell seconded
the motion, which carried unanimously.
H. Fiber Optic Backbone Business Plan Update
Larry Dunbar, Power Resources Manager, indicated around 1,500 business received a direct invitation to
participate in expressing concerns and opinions at a Means/Interest workshop. Mr. Dunbar indicated the
first draft of the plan had arrived however there hadn't been enough time for staff to go through it. The plan
will be reviewed and distributed to UAC members as soon as possible.
A special meeting was set for April 30, 2001 at 3 p.m. to discuss the business plan.
L Olympic National Park Franchise Permits
Scott McLain, Deputy Director of Power Systems, noted permits for electrical service in the Park
Headquarters area and Visitor center area and for the road appurtenances along Park Street had expired. Mr.
McLain gave an overview of the new permits which will be valid for ten years. A short discussion followed.
Allen Bentley moved to recommend to City Council that the Mayor sign the right-of-way permits with
the National Park Service to allow City facilities along Park Street and within the Park headquarters
and Visitor Center area. Councilman Campbell seconded the motion, which carried unanimously.
J. Contribution to Electric Utility Rural Economic Development Revolving Fund for 2001
Scott McLain, Deputy Director of Power Systems, pointed out the past funding traditionally was a part of
the budget process and explained the City can receive a $25,000 credit on excise taxes owed to the State.
Glenn Cutler, Director of Public Works and Utilities, pointed out the rationale was to attract new businesses
while retaining old business. There was a discussion regarding the justification.
Councilman Williams moved to recommend City Council authorize the transfer of $75,000 from the
Electric Fund to the Electric Utility Rural Economic Development Revolving Fund. Councilman
Campbell seconded the motion. A vote was taken on the motion which carried four to one with
Chairman Reed in opposition.
V. Late Items
VII. Next Meeting:
A special meeting has been set for April 30, 2001 in the City Council Chambers.
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The next regular meeting will be held May 7, 2001, at 3:00 p.m. in the Public Works Conference Room.
VIIL Adjournment:
The meeting adjourned at 5:05 p.m.
D"~an Reed, Cha~-~ Cate~-~nehart, A~ni;fisT~ative Assistant
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