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Utility Advisory Committee - Special Meeting
Public Works Conference Room
Port Angeles, W A 98362
May 8, 2007
3:00 P.M.
AGENDA
I. Call To Order
Councilman Larry Williams sitting in for Mayor Rogers became Acting Chairman due to the
absence of both Mayor Rogers and Chairman Reed. Acting Chairman Williams called the
meeting to order at 3:05 p.m.
II. Roll Call
Members Present:
Acting Chairman Williams, Orville Campbell, Grant Munro (3:10),
Betsy Wharton,
Members Absent:
Dean Reed, Karen Rogers
Staff Present:
Mark Madsen, Bill Bloor, Glenn Cutler, Mike Puntenney, Scott
McLain, Gary Kenworthy, Steve Sperrr, Tom McCabe, Larry
Dunbar, Rick Hostetler, Jim Klarr (4:08), Cate Rinehart
Others Present:
Brian Gawley - Daily News
III. Approval Of Minutes:
Acting Chairman Williams asked ifthere were any corrections to the minutes of April 9, 2007.
Councilmember Wharton moved to approve the minutes. Orville Campbell seconded the
motion, which carried unanimously.
IV.
Late Items:
Public Power Council Ninth Circuit Court Of Appeals Ruling On
IOU Settlement Agreements
V. Discussion Items:
A. Storm water Utility Rates
This is a continuation of discussions started in May 2006 regarding the need for added funding
for the Stormwater Utility. Gary Kenworthy, City Engineer, identified November 2007 as the
deadline for the 2008 tax mailing, proposed a two year budget revision, and provided a
calculation model for various scenarios. There was a lengthy discussion. Staff was given general
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guidance to continue exploring base rates of $6 to $10, the equivalent residential unit area, and
the possibility of a rebate program for those who make environmental improvements.
B. Benefit Dump Day
Tom McCabe, Solid Waste Superintendent, reviewed the information contained in the packet,
responded to questions, and provided clarification. A total of713 vehicles participated with 223
tons received. There was a brief discussion.
No action taken. Information only.
C. GridWise Project Electric Meter Transfer Agreement
Larry Dunbar, Power Resources Manager, advised that the City had participated in the US
Department of Energy's Olympic Peninsula GridWise Appliances Demonstration Project. As
part ofthe project advanced metering equipment was provided. Now that the project is complete,
it is proposed that ownership of the advanced meters be transferred from the federal government
to the City. There was a brief discussion.
Councilman Munro moved to recommend City Council accept the agreement to transfer
ownership of advanced meters to the City. Councilmember Wharton seconded the motion,
which carried unanimously.
D. Electrical Interconnection And Net Metering Standards
Scott McLain, Deputy Director of Power Systems, explained that in accordance with the Public
Utility Regulatory Policies Act as amended by the Energy Policy Act of2005, the City is
required to conduct an investigation on interconnection and net metering standards, and
determine if it is appropriate for the electric utility. Staff will present its findings at the June
2007 meeting. There was a brief discussion.
No action taken. Information only.
E. Time-Based Metering And Communications
Larry Dunbar, Power Resources Manager, reminded the committee that the City was required to
complete an investigation and issue a decision by August 8, 2007 on whether or not it is
appropriate to provide and install time-based meters and communications devices for each
electric customer. A hearing schedule was discussed.
No action taken. Information only.
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F. NERCIWECC Entity Registration
Scott McLain, Deputy Director for Power Systems, announced that new regulations contained in
the Energy Policy Act of2005 mandate increased reliability and accountability of the bulk power
system. A brief explanation of standards was given. There was a brief discussion.
No action taken. Information only.
G. Public Power Council Ninth Circuit Court Of Appeals Ruling On IOU
Settlement Agreements
Scott McLain, Deputy Director for Power Systems, noted he had just received paperwork that
indicates the Bonneville Power Administration had violated a law when it made settlement
agreements with IOU's. More will be given on this subject when it becomes available. There
was a brief discussion.
No action taken. Information only.
H. Information
Glenn Cutler, Director of Public Works and Utilities provided the following items:
The Landfill Closure bid opening had been held with the engineer's estimate of$2,458,101.00
and the low bid by Del Hur Industries of $1 ,867,584.31.
The Lower Elwhat Tribe has accepted the sewer agreement.
A Street Utility transportation item will be on the June agenda involving a $20 vehicle
registration fee.
This is Gary Kenworthy's last UAC meeting with a celebration at the end of the month. Thank
you to Gary for 19 years of vital contributions to the City.
VL Executive Session - To be continued to a date and time to be announced.
Orville Campbell moved to continue the session. Councilman Munro seconded the motion,
which carried unanimously.
VIL Next Meeting Date: May 8, 2007
VIIL Adjournment: The meeting was adjourned at 5:45 p.m.
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