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HomeMy WebLinkAboutAgenda Report - July 7, 2010 C-01i AGENDA ITEM C isCITY OF LODI COUNCIL COMMUNICATION M AGENDA TITLE: Proclamation Commemorating One Hundred Years of Electric Utility Service (EUD) MEETING DATE: July 7,2010 PREPARED BY: Electric Utility Director RECOMMENDED ACTION: Mayor Katzakian present a proclamation commemorating 100 years of electric utility service by the Electric Utility Department. BACKGROUND INFORMATION: The City of Lodi acquired and began to operate its electric utility in July 1910. This July marks the 100th anniversary of the City -owned electric utility providing safe, reliable electric service to the residents and businesses of this community. Elizabeth Kirkley, Electric Utility Director, will be presentto accept the proclamation. To further recognize this milestone of service and dedication to the Lodi community, the Electric Utility Departmentwill be hosting a family -style celebration on the exterior grounds of Hutchins Street Square on Saturday, July 17, 2010, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The free community event will feature utility demonstrations, electric safety presentations, children's activities, a hot dog/beverage lunch, comments from local dignitaries, an antique car show, and more. The event is intended as a heartfeltthank you to the customers of the electric utility. For more information regardingthe event, residents and business owners are encouraged to call (209) 333-6815 or visit www.lodielectric.com. FISCAL IMPACT: FUNDING: Prepared By: EAK/KAW/RUlst Not applicable. None required. Eliz eth A. Kirkley Electric Utility Director Ken Weisel, Assistant Electric Utility Director APPROVED: , Interim City Manager