HomeMy WebLinkAboutAgenda Report - February 3, 2021 C-14AGENDAITEM 14
CITY OF LODI
COUNCIL COMMUNICATION
AGENDA TITLE: Adopt Resolution Rescinding Resolution 2005-64; Approving Standardization of
ITRON Meters for Residential and Commercial Application; and Authorizing
Purchase of ITRON Meters from ITRON's Authorized Distributor ($350,000)
MEETING DATE: February 3, 2021
PREPARED BY: Electric Utility Director
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Adopt a resolution rescinding Resolution 2005-64; approving
standardization of ITRON meters for residential and commercial
application; and authorizing the purchase of ITRON meters from
ITRON's authorized distributor in an estimated annual amount not -
to -exceed $350,000.
BACKGROUND INFORMATION: Lodi Electric Utility (LEU) uses a proprietary automatic meter
reading network from ITRON which was designed and deployed in
order to allow for the remote collection of utility consumption data.
In 2005 by Resolution 2005-64, the City Council approved the standardization of ITRON meters for
residential and commercial applications. Since that time, prices have increased, new regulations have
been implemented with respect to solar installations on new homes, and Lodi has experienced an
increase in the number of new homes built. As such, LEU has a need for Council to approve an updated
standardization of ITRON meters to include all residential and commercial meters compatible and
communicating with the City's existing fixed network to allow for the appropriate billing of customers. On
average, meter prices range anywhere from $75 for a standard residential meter to a little over $400 for a
solar meter. Commercial meters range from $350 to $500 each. Pricing varies due to the level of
programming capabilities embedded in the respective meter which allows for billing under Lodi's existing
rate tariffs.
In accordance with Lodi Municipal Code, Section 3.20.070, it is necessary to purchase ITRON meters to
ensure compatibility with the City's existing fixed network and associated software and infrastructure.
General Pacific, Inc. is Lodi's current distribution representative for ITRON meters. If approved, this
product standardization would still apply should ITRON make a change to its authorized distributor.
FISCAL IMPACT: Estimated annual not -to -exceed cost of $350,000. Actual annual costs may
vary depending on the actual number and type of meters needed and
purchased.
FUNDING AVAILABLE: Funding available in LEU inventory account number 500.13496.
Andrew Keys
Andrew Keys
Deputy City Manager/Internal Services Director
Jeff Berkheimer
Electric Utility Director
APPROVED:
RESOLUTION NO. 2021-32
A RESOLUTION OF THE LODI CITY COUNCIL RESCINDING
RESOLUTION NO. 2005-64; APPROVING STANDARDIZATION OF
ITRON METERS FOR RESIDENTIAL AND COMMERCIAL
APPLICATION; AND AUTHORIZING PURCHASE OF ITRON METERS
FROM ITRON'S AUTHORIZED DISTRIBUTOR
WHEREAS, Lodi Electric Utility (LEU) uses a proprietary automatic meter reading
network from ITRON which was designed and deployed in order to allow for the remote
collection of utility consumption data; and
WHEREAS, in 2005 by Resolution No. 2005-64, the City Council approved the
standardization of ITRON meters for residential and commercial applications; and
WHEREAS, since 2005, prices have increased, new regulations have been implemented
with respect to solar installations on new homes, and Lodi has experienced an increase in the
number of new homes built; and
WHEREAS, as such, LEU has a need for Council to approve an updated standardization
of ITRON meters to include all residential and commercial meters compatible and
communicating with the City's existing fixed network to allow for the appropriate billing of
customers; and
WHEREAS, meter pricing varies due to the level of programming capabilities embedded
in the respective meter which allows for billing under Lodi's existing rate tariffs; and
WHEREAS, in accordance with Lodi Municipal Code, Section 3.20.070, it is necessary
to purchase ITRON meters to ensure compatibility with the City's existing fixed network and
associated software and infrastructure; and
WHEREAS, while General Pacific, Inc., is Lodi's current distribution representative for
ITRON meters, if approved, this product standardization would still apply should ITRON make
a change to its authorized distributor; and
WHEREAS, the estimated annual not -to -exceed cost is $350,000; however, actual
annual costs may vary depending on the actual number and type of meters needed and
purchased.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Lodi City Council does hereby rescind
Resolution No. 2005-64; approve standardization of ITRON meters for residential and
commercial application; and authorize the purchase of ITRON meters from ITRON's authorized
distributor in an estimated annual amount not to exceed $350,000 — the total actual cost for
which may vary depending on the number and type of meters needed and purchased each year.
Dated: February 3, 2021
I hereby certify that Resolution No. 2021-32 was passed and adopted by the City Council
of the City of Lodi in a regular meeting held February 3, 2021 by the following votes:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS — Chandler, Hothi, Khan, Kuehne, and
Mayor Nakanishi
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS — None
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS — None
ABSTAIN: COUNCIL MEMBERS — None
IE USMIR
City Clerk
2021-32