HomeMy WebLinkAboutResolutions - No. 2005-191RESOLUTION NO. 2005-191
A RESOLUTION OF THE LORI CITY COUNCIL AUTHORIZING THE
CITY MANAGER TO ALLOCATE A PUBLIC BENEFITS PROGRAM GRANT TO
LOEL FOUNDATIONISENIOR CENTER FOR THE PURCHASE AND INSTALLATION
OF A 3kW PHOTOVOLTAIC SYSTEM
WHEREAS, LOEL Foundation representatives contacted the City of Lodi Electric Utility requesting
information regarding the possible installation of a photovoltaic system; and
WHEREAS, LOEL Foundation representatives were also seeking ways to reduce monthly energy
consumption, Following a brief overview of photovoltaic options to the LOEL Foundation Board by Electric
Utility staff, LOEL representatives then contacted several solar installation contractors to solicit project
descriptions and bids; and
WHEREAS, based upon research and information provided by solar installation professionals, the
LOEL Foundation Board approved pursuing a 3kW photovoltaic system; and
WHEREAS, the LOEL Foundation has requested a Public Benefits Program grant in the amount of
$21,607,010, which reflects the most competitive price provided by one of the solar installation contractors that
bid on the proposed LOEL Foundation project; and
WHEREAS, the City of Lodi Public Benefits Program provides direct grants to non-profit organizations
for such projects as demand-side rnanagerrmenVenergy conservation and new and emerging/renewable energy
technologies; and
WHEREAS, Electric Utility staff has reviewed the scope of work for the proposed photovoltaic project
and is supportive of this grant request; and
WHEREAS, this project accomplishes three important goals: 1) the LOEL Foundation reduces monthly
utility expenses and can thea shift these savings to clients' programs and needs; 2) the project serves as
another solar demonstration site for the citizens of Lodi to examine; and 3) the 3kW photovoltaic system will
assist the Electric Utility, by generating electricity during the mid-day and afternoon "peak utility hours," thus
reducing the need to purchase more costly electricity during this time period ("peak" is generally 12 p.m. to
6 p,m., Monday through Friday); and
WHEREAS, the Electric utility staff respectfully recommends approval of this grant request as a
qualifying component of the City of Lodi Public Benefits Program in the category of renewable Energy
Resources and Technologies.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Lodi City Council hereby authorizes the City Manager
to provide a Public Benefits Program Grant in the amount of $21,607.00 to the LOEL Foundation as a
qualifying component of the City of Lodi Public Benefits Program in the category of Renewable Energy
Resources and Technologies.
Dated: September 7, 2005
I hereby certify that Resolution No. 2005-191 was passed and adopted by the Lodi City Council in a
regular meeting Meld September 7, 2005, by the following vote:
AYES:
COUNCIL MEMBERS — Hansen, Hitchcock, Johnson, Mounce, and Mayor Beckman
NOES,
COUNCIL MEMBERS -- None
ABSENT:
COUNCIL MEMBERS -- None
ABSTAIN:
COUNCIL MEMBERS — bone
SUSAN J. BLA ICSTON
City Clerk