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THE ECONOMIC DOWNTURN, THE WEATHER, AND KNOWN
increases in purchased power costs all affected Board of Water & Light
(BWL) financial results for the 1992 fiscal year.
In an average year, electric sales increase 1.8 percent. Water
and steam sales rise and fall with the weather, but usually increase
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.5 percent to .8 percent each year. In 1992 the BWL felt the effects of
both a mild recession and mild weather. Purchased power costs for Belle
River increased by 15 megawatts (MW) and will continue to phase in
until the BWL receives all of its 150 MW entitlement in January, 1995.
Sales were down 8.5 percent in water, due primarily to an
extremely wet summer. Sales were up 1 percent and 10 percent in elec-
tric and steam respectively, compared to fiscal year 1991. The increase
in steam sales was due to lower than usual General Motors production
the previous fiscal year. The increases in sales, a 4.5 percent electric
rate increase in January and lower interest income meant that gross rev-
enue increased only 1 percent, from$143.7 million to$145.2 million.
Total expenses increased 4.8 percent, from $128.6 million to
T 0 0 L E O F C O N T E N T S $134.8 million. Purchased power costs increased $6.2 million during
the fiscal year. Operating expenses for all three utilities, excluding
Highlights 1
depreciation, fuel and purchased power, were $58.6 million, an increase
Electric Utility 2 of 2.2 percent over 1991.
Water Utility 4 The combination of 4.8 percent higher expenses and only
Steam Utility 5 1 percent higher revenue led to a 32.4 percent decline in net income,
Commissioners&Executive Staff 6
Financial Report 7 from$14.4 million in 1991 to$9.8 million in 1992.
Gross cash flow (net income plus depreciation) was $25.8
I million. Debt service payments and capital expenditures amounted to
$27.5 million, resulting in a negative balance of$1.7 million for 1992.
The Board of Water & Light (BWL) serves Lansing, Michigan and surrounding communities
with electricity, water and steam. Financial results like this probably will continue through
Chartered in 1885 by a vote of Lansing's citizens, the BWL remains a public power utility in 1995. Cash balances, programmed electric rate increases in 1993 and
its second century of service. Lansing's City Charter vests the utility with full and exclusive 1994, and a planned$25 million bond issue in 1993, will be sufficient
management of water, heat, steam and electric services for the city.
An eight-person hoard of commissioners sets policy which is carried out by a staff of 906 to cover projected expenses through the 1995 fiscal year. This plan,
employees under the direction of a general manager. Board members are appointed to four-year
plus cost reduction programs already in place, will keep rates for water,
terms by the mayor with the advice and consent of City Council. Commissioners serve without pay.
—Commissioners&Executive staff electric and steam low for the future.
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E L E C T R I C U T I L I T Y N 1 G H L 1 G H T S
In January, 1992, the BWL implemented the first of three annual electric rate Consumers Power and Detroit Edison
increases, the first for the electric utility since 1987. 0 Overall, called it the worst outage in their history,
the rates are designed to raise $23 million in additional revenue through reporting more than 500,000 customers
1994 and will help offset the costs of new capacity entering the BWL without power. I The storm took a half hour to
system from the Belle River Plant. I Overall electric rates work its way through the BWEs service territory.
increased 4.5 percent effective January 1, 1992. Commissioners When it passed, an estimated 9,000 customers were
approved additional increases of 4.6 percent effective January without power, or about a tenth of the utility's customer
1, 1993, and 4.6 percent effective January 1, 1994. For base. Wind sensing equipment at the Erickson Station
the average residential customer consuming 555 recorded one gust of 80 miles per hour at the height of the
kilowatt hours of electricity, monthly bills will rise storm. While the large investor-owned utilities struggled for a
about $1.30 per month each year for three years. week to restore service to all their customers, BWL crews had power
Purchased power from the Belle River Plant restored within 48 hours. For the fiscal year, the electric system recorded
increased from 15 MW to 30 MW in a reliability factor of 99.99367 percent. Excluding major storms, the
January. I The Belle River purchase average customer experienced 37.2 minutes without electricity for the fiscal
dates to 1983 when 11 municipal year. 0 The BWL received recognition from the American Public Power
utility members of the Michigan Public Power Agency (MPPA) bought a 37 Association for its safety performance in 1991. BWL electric utility employees
percent ownership interest in the plant. For the first seven years of the posted a record of 5.29 work-related incidents per
agreement, the BWL sold all of its entitlement back to Detroit Edison, 200,000 hours of exposure, earning the utility an ELECTRIC REVENUE OOLLRR—FISCOL 1992
Belle River's builder and principal owner. The sell-back agreement honorable mention among publicly owned utilities of a production 56.2%
Capital Transmission&
reduced the BWEs capital cost by approximately 40 percent. similar size. The utility's new Northeast Substation Projects 17.0% Distribution 5.0%
Belle River power began flowing into the BWL system in was honored by electric Light and Power, a national trade
January, 1991 and will be phased in through 1995, the publication. The substation tied for second place in the
first year we receive our full 150 MW entitlement. engineering and operations design category and was awarded third
Debt Customer
Mid-Michigan experienced one of its worst storms place for aesthetics in competition sponsored by the magazine. The Service 0.6% Accounting 2.3%
Administration 18.9%
in recent memory in July, 1991. The Sunday Northeast Substation is the first 138 KV station built by the BWL in
night storm brought the 4th of July holiday over ten years.
weekend to a thunderous close.
W0TEH UTILITY HIGHLIGHTS �65;z STE0M UTILITY HIGHLIGHTS
The BWL continued to pursue
interconnections of the region's water
systems during 1992. & Efforts concentrated
both on regionalization of the water supply and on The steam
wholesale water contracts with specific communities. utility ended the 1992
Interconnections will open markets for the BWEs excess fiscal year with a strong per-
formance. R Sales were up 10 percent
production capacity and will increase service reliability of all S T E B M REVENUE 0 0 L L O N—F I S C O L 1992 over 1991, while operating expenses
the systems which interconnect with one another. increased only 4.3 percent. For the second
Regionalization would provide man of the same benefits of Production 68.4%
g P y Capital Transmission Fy straight year, Moores Park station broke all
interconnected electric systems, and should also reduce the cost )Debt
ects 21.6% Distribution 3.0% earlier records with a production efficiency of
of providing drinking water to all customers. A major 1.499 million BTU's per net thousand pounds
improvement in water system pressure will result from of steam produced. The utility continued
installation of a 30-inch-diameter water main from the Cedar its efforts to create a District Cooling
Complex to Mt. Hope Road. This main will provide water System in Lansing's core business
from the Cedar Pumping Station to the district. A Department o
p g Southeastern portion F n e r g y
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of Lansing,improving service to that area.The new main will also Se 0.0% Accounting 0.2%
improve our flexibility in loading our two water conditioning Administration 6.8%
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plants to meet system water demand. In the future, this main
will tie in to a new high-pressure pumping station to act like grant h as been ob-
a freeway in transporting water where our customers need it. tame d to evaluatesavings that can
CNew regulations under the Federal Safe Drinking Water be realized by utilizing •mnovative technologies.works with the
Act require all large water systems to test tap water for lead. project schedules are delayed as the BWL f
Health officials are concerned that ingesting high levels of stem'a anchor customer to refine its received and positive
lead can cause damage, particularly in infants and children. proposed ay g The utility 1
g ' P y current and future cooling requirements.
a neutralizing amine to the steam we supply.
In 1992, water suppliers ran extensive testing for lead in the W 8 T E N REVENUE O O L L 8 N—F I S C N L 1992 customer feedback for adding the steam's corrosiveness.
e will enhance product quality by reducing system
tap water of homes thought to be at high risk. Results of Thewilding Y
amm in treatment expense and b erna
our testing showed that lead levels on the BWL system are Production 42.0% This will save customers money took steps to imp ement a p
Capital Transmission& P e reduced load during General
below federal standards. C BWL water distribution Projectps ls.l% Distribution u.9% maintenance.Based on customer res onse the utility
The utility took advantage of tls owe us
employees demonstrated their skill in international nent amine feed system. PT take a complete shutdown of Moores park. Toss Lg p of
e. The outs e project
Motors'.model changeover t e ant on fan,
e done with th p the
competition in 1992. The American Water Works maintenance that could not b distribution upgrade p
to erform Pursuing its
Association sponsored the contest to determine who P feted on time and under budget. ® The duplex is actually a six-inch
could tap a water main and install a residential service was comp ear-old duplex in elieved to e the last of its
utility began replacement of its 68-Y low-pressure ma
and is b b
in the shortest time. After demonstrating that they Debt Customer ressure main inside a 16-mch low-p r. not be found and repairs had
Service 2.5% Accounting 9.2% high-p acement fittings Cold
were the fastest in Michigan, a four-man team from kind in the United States. RePI in the utility's system reliability
Administration 19.3% pg9ible. Replacement is a key o er controls and
the BWL advanced to competition in Vancouver, become nearly imp is the upgrade of b
Another major project under way k We expect
British Columbia. They competed against 27 teams plans.® y fuel
� an energy management system at Moores Par ue
from the United States, Canada and Great installation o 3 percent to 5 percent reduction in
this project tonneult in a P ow ns to commit and load Moores
Britain, finishing second to a team from consume ll also all includes
Los Angeles. park units on an economic basis. Theproject
replacement of pneumatic controls installed
1 .L la„t was built•
COMMISSIONERS E EXECUTIVE S T 0 F F I N 0 E P E N 0 E N T 0001T0R ' S REPORT
COMMISSIONERS EXECUTIVE STAFF Honorable Mayor, Members of City Council, and Commissioners of
the Board of Water&Light:
Phillip E. Hassler Joseph Pandy, Jr. We have audited the accompanying balance sheets of the
Chairman General Manager -
Board of Water & Light—City of Lansing as of June 30, 1992 and
Jack R. Sebolt Joseph D. Wolfe 1991, and the related statements of income, changes in City equity,
Vice Chairman Assistant General Manager
and cash flows for the years then ended. These financial statements are
Gerald W. Williams Dana W. Tousley the responsibility of the Board's management. Our responsibility is to
Chairman Pro Tem Treasurer/Controller
express an opinion on these financial statements based on our audits.
Sister Mary Janice Belen, R.S.M. Clyde R. Dugan
Director, Water Utility We conducted our audits in accordance with generally accepted
Ernest Christian Roy E. Peffley auditing standards. Those standards require that we plan and perform
Director, Electric Utility the audit to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the financial
Dr. Eva Evans Joette C. Woodard-Yaule statements are free of material misstatement. An audit includes
Director, Steam Utility examining, on a test basis, evidence supporting the amounts and
David O'Leary John Elashkar disclosures in the financial statements. An audit also includes assessing
Director, Technical Services the accounting principles used and significant estimates made by
R. John Strolle Terry D. Graham management, as well as evaluating the overall financial statement
Director, Consumer Services presentation. We believe that our audits provide a reasonable basis for
Roger A. Ophaug our opinion.
Director, Engineering Planning In our opinion, the financial statements referred to above
John Strickler present fairly, in all material respects, the financial position of the
Director, Communications Board of Water & Light—City of Lansing, as of June 30, 1992 and
and Marketing
1991, and the results of its operations and its cash flows for the years
Mark Vander Jagt
Director, Human Resources
then ended in conformity with generally accepted accounting principles.
Our audits of the financial statements of the Board of Water
Staff Attorney, special
Lawrence Wilhite & Light—City of Lansing for the years ended June 30, 1992 and
Assistant City Attorney 1991, were made for the purpose of forming an opinion on the basic
Mary E. Sova financial statements taken as a whole. The additional information on
Secretary of the Board pages 19 through 25 is presented for purposes of additional analysis
Kellie L. Willson and is not a required part of the basic financial statements. Such
Internal Auditor information, which is the responsibility of the Board's management,
has been subjected to the auditing procedures applied in the audits of
the basic financial statements and, in our opinion, the information is
fairly stated in all material respects in relation to the basic financial
statements taken as a whole. -
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0 0L0NCE SHEETS J U N E 30 BALBNCE SHEETS J U N E 30
ASSETS 1992 1991 CITY EQuITY AND LIABILITIES 1992 1991
Utility Plant(Na.1) City Equity
Water $ 79,665,500 $ 76,086,976 Contributions in aid of construction $ 22,929,477 $ 21,541,780
Electric 317,500,356 307,417,327 Retained income 287,707,763 284,083,020
Steam 20,635,054 18,772,620 Total City equity 310,637,240 305,624,800
Common facilities 41,294,563 38,832,305 '
Total 459,095,473 441,109,228 Long-Term Debt, Less Current Portion(Note 5) 15,618,122 16,739,700
Less accumulated depreciation 245,423,387 233,208,746
Total 213,672,086 207,900,482 Arbitrage Rebate Payable(Note 12) 190,303 166,288
Construction in progress(Note 3) 20,880,151 18,264,733
Total utility plant 234,552,237 226,165,215 Deferred Compensation(Note 1,10) 16,260,143 14,304,943
Noncurrent Restricted Funds (Note4,11) 961,159 4,652,738 Advances for Construction 241,501 44,765
Other Assets Current Liabilities
Project funds(Note 3,11) 22,345,974 23,194,009 Accounts payable 7,161,657 7,644,876
Deferred compensation plan assets(Note 1, 10) 16,260,143 14,304,943 Compensation and related amounts withheld _ 1,782,170 1,568,640
Deferred costs(Note 1) 598,176 Customer deposits and related accrued interest 1,098,858 1,179,093
Perpetual care fund 12,887 6,451 Accrued compensated absences 2,234,887 2,072,716
Other work in progress 107,037 84,043 Accrued interest 459,786 502,075
Total other assets 38,726,041 38,187,622 Current portion of long-term debt 1,133,393 1,124,860
Total current liabilities 13,870,751 14,092,260
Current Assets
Demand deposits(Note 11) 30,500 30,500 Contingencies (Note 8)
Other securities(Note 1,11) 30,983,619 27,977,607
Accounts receivable,less
allowance for uncollectible accounts of Total City Equity and liabilities $356,818,060 S 350,972,756
$615,000 in 1992 and 1991 10,336,515 11,610,731
Interest and dividends receivable 549,623 820,169 /
Inventories(Note 1) 18,015,458 18,912,880
Prepaid expenses 345,483 341,304
Restricted funds(Note 4,11) 20,082,538 20,201,274
Deferred compensated absences 32,2 4,887 02, 72,716
Total current assets 82,578,623 81,967,181
Tota7Assets $356,818,060 L35MY 756
See notes to financial statements.
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S T R T E M E N T S O F I N C O M E JUNE 3 0 S T R T E M E N T S O F C R S N F L 0 W S J U K E 3 0
1992 1991 1992 1991
Operating Revenues (Note 1) Cash Flows from Operating Activities
Water $12,908,882 $ 13,321,263 Cash from customers
Electric 115,822,204 112,997,219 Water $ 13,907,449 $ 14,038,103
Steam 10,590,119 10,245,253 Electric 116,892,415 114,179,394
Total operating revenues 139,321,205 136,563,735 Steam 10,624,658 10,351,775
Total 141,424,522 138,569,272
Operating Expenses
Production Cash paid to suppliers and employees
Fuel and other operating expenses 711169,099 67,106,685 Suppliers of coal and freight (48,512,126) (53,278,231)
Maintenance 8,535,351 9,197,044 Other suppliers and employees (67,816,598) (59,456,737)
Transmission and distribution Total (116,328,724) (112,734,968)
Operating expenses 4,758,377 4,512,516 Equity returned to City of Lansing (6,142,991) (4,478,115)
Maintenance 3,152,165 2,887,279 Net cash provided by operating activities 18,952,807 21,356,189
Administrative and general 29,929,023 28,757,718
Depreciation(Note 1) 16,076,210 14,876,445 Cash Flows from Capital and Related Financing Activities
Total operating expenses 133,620,225 127,337,687 Proceeds from new borrowings 11,816 11,053
Contribution in aid of construction—water 1,387,697 1,174,109
Operating Income 5,700,980 226 048 Major construction (11,726,796) (14,595,815)
Normal construction (12,759,430) (14,163,045)
Other Income Principal payments on debt (1,046,020) (1,047,972)
Interest 4,398,400 6,018,131 Interest on debt 6106 (1,290,540)
Other 813,664 452,659 Net cash used for capital and related
Total other income 5,212,064 6,470,790 financing activities (25,093,802) (29,912,210)
Interest Expense Cash Flows from Noncapital Financing Activities
Bonded debt 897,095 973,999 Customer deposits (80,235) (468,814)
Other 248,215 278,915 Interest on customer deposits (62,871) (85,447)
Total interest expense 1,145,310 1,252,914 Pension fund debt payments (78,840) (74,730)
Interest on pension fund debt (163,660) (167,770)
Net Income L 9,767,734 L 14,443,924 Customer advances 196,736
See notes to financial statements. Other 8,580 22,052
Net cash used for noncapital financing activities 180 2 0 (774,709)
Cash Flows from Investing Activities
S T R T E M E N T S 0 F " C N R N G E S I N C I T V E 0 U I T 4 J U N E 3 0 Proceeds from the sale and maturity of investments 53,353,126 56,210,775
Interest received 4,668,947 6,298,666
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Cofioin Aid Retained Purchase of investments (51,819,524) (49,989,548)
Income Total Net cash provided by investing activities 6,202,549 12,519,893
Balances at June 30, 1990 $20,367,671 $274,117,211 $294,484,882
Contributions(Note 1) 1,174,109 1,174,109 Net Increase (Decrease) in Cash and Cash.equivalents (118,736) 3,189,163
Net Income 14,443,924 14,443,924
Equity returned to City(Note 6) (4,478,115) (4,478,115) Cash and Cash equivalents at Beginning of Year 20,231,774 17,042,611
Balances at June 30, 1991 21,541,780 284,083,020 305,624,800 Cash and Cash Equivalents at End of Year L 20, -13,038 L 20,231,774
Contributions(Note 1) 1,387,697 1,387,697
Net income 9,767,734 9,767,734 Reconciliation of Operating Income to Net Cash Provided by Operating Activities
Equity returned to City(Note 6) (6,142,991) (6 142 1 Operating income $5,700,980 9,226,048
Adjustments to reconcile operating income to net
Balances at June 30, 1992 L22-a2l M477 $287,707,763 $310,637,240 cash provided by operating activities
Equity returned to City of Lansing (6,142,991) (4,478,115)
See notes to financial statements. Depreciation 16,076,210 14,876,445
Reconciliation (Continued from page 11) 1992 1991. Contributions in Aid of Construction represent non-refundable amounts received from cus-
tomers for construction of utility plant. In accordance with BWL policy, contributions for water
Amortization of deferred costs 803,915 513,810 are credited to City equity upon receipt and electric and steam contributions are credited against
Sewerage collection fees 803,915 513,810 the related assets.
Merchandising 25,185 29,418
Changes in assets and liabilities Revenue is recorded when the customer is billed. Accordingly, the current year revenue from
Accounts receivable 1,274,216 1,462,309 customers whose billing period ends after June 30 will be recognized when billed.
Inventories 897,422 (1,295,522) The water, electric and steam operations of the BWL bill each other for services provided, and these
Prepaid expenses (7,520) 595,1 1 services are reported as revenue to the generating operation and expense to the consuming oper-
Payables (168,607) 595,191 ation. Such internal billings aggregated$2,660,000 and$2,915,900 in 1992 and 1991,respectively.
Other and deferred costs 168 607 14( 4,371)
Total adjustments 13,251,827 12,130,141 Deferred Compensation—In accordance with the provisions of Governmental Accounting
Net Cash Provided by Operating Activities 18.95?j,807 21,356,189 Standards Board Statement (GASB) No. 2, deferred compensation funds and the associated
liability(see Note 10) are reflected in the financial statements.
Noncash Transactions—During the years ended June 30,1992 and 1991 the Board of Water & Deferred Costs—The BWL has adopted the provisions of Statement of Financial Accounting
Light—City of Lansing recorded$24,015 and$112,621, respectively, for arbitrage rebate expense, Standards (SFAS) No. 71, which provides for the deferral of costs which will be recovered through
which have not been reflected in the statements of cash flows. future rate increases. The BWL began amortizing deferred costs on the straight-line basis over five
See notes to financial statements.
years effective with the June 1987 rate increase. At June 30, 1992, these deferred costs have been
completely amortized.
NOTES T O F I N fl N C I fl L S T fl T E M f N T S Cash and Cash equivalents—The BWL considers only the amounts of demand deposits and
current restricted funds, which consist of cash and highly-liquid investments, as cash and cash
equivalents for purposes of the statements of cash flows.
1. SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES
Other ,securities—The BWL has established special purpose funds designated to meet specific
Reporting entity—The financial statements include the financial activities of the water, electric operating requirements. These funds consist principally of certificates of deposit and United States
and steam operations of the Board of Water & Light (BWL). The Charter of the City of Lansing Government securities and are segregated as follows:
established the BWL to manage the utility systems of the City, and the commissioners of the
governing board are appointed by the Mayor with approval of the City Council. The BWL is an Carrying Value at June 30
agency of the City, but is not included in the financial statements of the City. The BWL is exempt Designated Purpose 1992 1991
from taxes on income because it is a municipal entity.
Coal inventory fluctuation $ 4,363,882 $ 2,921,455
System of Accounts—The BWEs accounts are maintained substantially in accordance with the Litigation, environmental and uninsured losses 8,733,177 8,170,676
Uniform Systems of Accounts of the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission for the electric and Future power requirements 15,554,395 14,663,656
steam systems and in accordance with the Uniform Systems of Accounts of the National General purpose 2,332,165 2,221,820
Association of Regulatory Utility Commissioners for the water system. Total L0,983,619 $27,977,607
Utility Plant is stated on the basis of cost, which includes expenditures for new facilities and those
which extend the useful life of existing facilities and equipment. Expenditures for normal repairs 2. RATE MATTERS
and maintenance are charged to maintenance expense as incurred.
Depreciation of utility plant is computed using the straight-line method based on estimated useful Rates charged to customers are established solely by the governing board. The BWL has agreed to
charge rates sufficient to meet certain requirements of the bond resolution for the outstanding
lives. The resulting provisions for depreciation in 1992 and 1991 expressed as a percentage of the revenue bonds.
average depreciable cost of the related assets are as follows:
Average Rate
Classification of Utility Plant 1992 1991 3. CONSTRUCTION IN PROGRESS
Water 2.5% 2.2% Construction in progress consists of major projects for expansion or addition to utility plant. The
Electric 3.3 3.3 _ estimated additional cost to complete these projects, based on BWL authorizations, approximates
Steam 2.8 2.5 $70,827,112 at June 30, 1992, including commitments on existing construction contracts
Common facilities 7.2 7.2 approximating $10,161,717. These projects will be funded through operational cash flow,
including the project funds reported as other assets, and, to the extent that favorable rates can be
When units of property are retired, their costs are removed from utility plant and charged to obtained, through the issuance of bonded debt.
accumulated depreciation.
4' Inventories are stated at weighted average cost and consist of the following at June 30: 4. RESTRICTED FUNDS
1992 1991 The restricted funds at June 30, 1992, are required under the 1989 Revenue Bond resolution and
the Nonarbitrage and Tax Compliance Certificate. These funds, which consist of cash, certificates
Coal $12,532,812 $13,556,789 of deposit, and United States Government securities, are segregated into the following funds:
Materials and supplies 5,482,646 5,356,091
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Required at Carrying Value at Carrying Value at Aggregate annual principal payments applicable to long-term debt are as follows:
June 30, 1992 June 30, 1992 June 30, 1991 1993 $ 1,133,393
Current
Operations and Maintenance 1994 1,142,5569903
Fund $14,388,500 $18,213,628 $18,322,460 1995 1,122,985
Bond and Interest Redemption
1996 1,122,985
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Fund 1,422,640 186; 8,910 1,878,814 her 1,122,016
Total current 20,082,538 20,201,274 Thereafter 11,122,016
Noncurrent Total S 16,751,515
Construction Fund 794,871 794,871 4,599,071 In order to ensure the availability of funds necessary to redeem the Series B bonds, which are
Rebate Fund 166,288 166,288 53,667 redeemable on demand, the BWL obtained a ,
b d �2,000 000 unsecured line of credit. At June 30
Total noncurrent 69 1,159 4,652,738 1992, there were no outstanding borrowings under this line of credit.
043,69 Total $24,854,012 All Water Supply and electric Utility System Revenue Bonds were issued by authority of the
Board of Water & Light—City of Lansing, Michigan. These bonds were issued on a parity basis
The restrictions of the various funds are as follows: and are payable solely from the net revenues of combined water and electric operations of the
Operations and Maintenance Fund—By the end of each month, this fund shall include sufficient BWL•
funds to provide for payment of the succeeding month's expenses. The BWL may redeem outstanding Water Supply and Electric Utility System Revenue Bonds
Bond and Interest Redemption Fund—This fund is restricted for payment of the current portion prior to maturity at a premium and in the manner specified in the resolution.
of bond principal and interest.
6. TRANSACTIONS WITH THE CITY OF LANSING,MICHIGAN
Rebate Fund—This fund shall include sufficient funds to enable the BWL to rebate arbitrage
investment earnings'to the federal government in accordance with Section 148(f)(2) of the Operations—The BWL recognized revenues of$5,284,646 and $5,269,716 in 1992 and 1991,
Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended.At June 30, 1992, the estimated liability for excess respectively, for water, electric and steam services provided to the City. The BWL incurred expenses
earnings is approximately $19o,000. The BWL has 60 days to fund the additional estimated for sewerage services purchased from the City of $116,215 and $198,035 in-1992 and 1991,
arbitrage rebate liability. (See Note 12). respectively.
Construction Fund—This fund is restricted for payment of costs of the 1989 bonded projects and Additionally, the BWL bills and collects sewerage fees for the City. In connection with these
costs of issuance of the 1989 revenue bonds. services, the BWL received sewerage collection fees of $803,915 and $513,810 in 1992 and
1991, respectively.
5. LONG-TERM DEBT Equity Returned—The BWL returned to the City$6,142,2� 1992 and$4,478,115 in 1991
of operational cash flow in excess of debt service requirements.
Long-term debt as of June 30 consists of the following:
1992 1991 Other—During 1992, the BWL entered into an agreement to purchase, from the City, land, with
Water Supply and Electric Utility system Revenue an estimated fair value of$300,000, on which its principal offices are located.
Bonds, Series 1989A, due serially through
July 1, 2004, plus interest at rates ranging 7. RETIREMENT PLAN
from 5.75%to 7.75% $12,000,000 $13,000,000
Water Supply and Electric Utility System Revenue Plan Description—The BWL has a noncontributory pension plan covering substantially all full-
Bonds, Series 1989B, due serially through time employees.A participant's interest is fully vested when the participant has been credited with
July 1, 2004, plus interest at rates ranging 10 years of vesting service.
from 6.30%to 6.75% 1,636,522 1,624,627 j Funding g e amount labeled th "p benefit obligation" in th
F d' Status and Progress—The as e "pension ene bl' e
Land contract, due in annual installments of accoihpanying table is a standardized disclosure measure of the present value of pension benefits,
$40,000, including interest at 8%, through adjusted for the effects of projected salary increases estimated to be payable in the future as a result
July 26, 1994 103,085 132,486 of employee service to date. The measure is the actuarial present value of credited projected
Amount due Plan for Employees' Pensions in benefits and is intended to (a) help users assess'the pension plan's funding status on a going-
annual installments of$242,500, including concern basis, (b) assess progress being made in accumulating sufficient assets to pay benefits when
interest at 5.5%, through June 30,2012 2,896,789 2,975,630 due, and (c) allow for comparisons among other municipal utility,pension plans. The measure is
Note payable, due in annual installments of independent of the actuarial funding method used to determine contributions to the pension plan.
$31,245, including imputed interest at
7.0%, with final payment September 30, 1996 115,119 131,817 The pension benefit obligation was determined as part of an actuarial valuation of the Plan as of
Total 16,115,119 17,131,817 February 29, 1992 and February 28, 1991. Valuation data was projected forward to June 30,
Less current onion 1,133,393 751 1,124,860 6 1992 and 1991. Significant actuarial assumptions used in determining the pension benefit
pobligation include (a) a rate of return on the investment of present and future assets of 7.5% in
Total L 15,618,122 1 16139,700 1992 and 1991, compounded annually, (b) projected salary increases of 5.5% in 1992 and 1991,
compounded annually, attributable to inflation, (c)_additional projected salary increases ranging
from 0.0%to 5.3% in 1992 and 1991, depending on age, attributable to seniority/merit, and A
0 0
At June 30, 1992 and 1991, the assets in excess of pension benefit obligation were 24,977,777 A separate report—Plan for Employees' Pension of the Board of Water & Light—provides historical
and$17,891,691, respectively,as follows: trend information regarding progress made in accumulating sufficient assets to pay benefits when
1992 1991 due.
Net assets available for plan benefits, at market $134,286,496 $118,132,308
The amount due the pension plan (see Note 5) results from unfunded current service costs for the
Pension benefit obligation
years 1968 through 1972 and is included in plan assets for actuarial valuation purposes.
Retirees and beneficiaries currently receiving
benefits and terminated employees with In addition to providing pension benefits, the BWL provides certain hospitalization, major medical
vested benefits 40,529,841 37,952,021 and life insurance benefits for retired employees in accordance with Sec. 5-203 of the City of
Current employees Lansing Charter. Substantially all of the BWEs employees may become eligible for health care
Vested benefits—employer financed 61,640,775 55,942,494 benefits and life insurance benefits if they reach normal retirement age while working for the
Nonvested benefits—employer financed 7,138,103 6,346,102 BWL. The entire cost of life insurance benefits will he paid by bargaining unit employees. The
Total pension benefit obligation 109,308,719 100,240,617 benefits are provided through an insurance company whose premiums are based on the benefits
a paid during the year. The BWL recognizes the cost of providing these benefits by expensing the
Assets in excess of pension benefit obligation 24,977,777 $ 17,891,691 annual insurance premiums, which were $1,520,519 for 1992 and$1,316,669 for 1991. There
were 482 and 483 participants eligible to receive benefits at June 30, 1992 and 1991, respectively.
Contributions Required and Contributions Made—The pension plan's funding policy provides for
periodic employer contributions at actuarially determined rates that, expressed as percentages of 8. COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES
annual covered payroll, are designed to accumulate sufficient assets to pay benefits when due. The At June 30, 1992, the BWL has an unused open letter of credit totaling $817,220 issued to the
normal cost and amortization payment for the years ended June 30; 1992 and 1991, were
Michigan Department of Natural Resources. The letter of credit was issued to satisfy requirements
determined using an attained age actuarial funding method. Over-funded actuarial accrued
of the Michigan Department of Natural Resources to provide financial assurance to the State of
liabilities were amortized as a level dollar reduction of contributions over a period of 30 years.
Michigan for the cost of closure and post-closure monitoring and maintenance of a landfill site
During the year ended June 30, 1992 and 1991, employer contributions totaling$3,953,622 and operated by the BWL.
$3,344,848, respectively, were made in accordance with contribution requirements determined by The BWL has been named as a Potential Responsible Party (PRP) by the U.S. Environmental
an actuarial valuation of the Plan as of February 28, 1991 and 1990. In 1992 and 1991,
ed of �5,080,191 and �4,701,689, respectively, for normal costs Protection Agency (EPA) with respect to an environmental contamination matter currently under
employer contributions'consist
less �1,126,569 and �1,356,841, respectively, for amortization of the overfunded actuarial review. The BWL has determined that its responsibility for the alleged contamination is minimal,
less than 1/o; however, due to joint and several liability provisions under Superfund, exposure to
accrued liability. The employer contributions for 1992 and 1991 represented 11.16%and 9.91%,
respectively, of ro'ected covered payroll (projected payroll is equal to 1.036822 times the February loss is possible, and would depend on, among other things, the financial ability of other PRPs to
projected P Yr (P J P Y �N rY
pay their respective shares of site remediation costs, estimated at33 million.
28, 1991 and 1990, valuation payroll).
'Plan changes in benefit provisions caused an increase of$4,051,339 in the pension benefit obhi- The BWL is involved in various other legal actionpwjkq, have arisen in the normal course of
gation in the February 28, 1991 actuarial valuation. There were no changes in the actuarial assump- business. Such actions are usually brought for clainfrin excess of possible settlement or awards, if
lions or methods or changes in benefit provisions affecting the February 28, 1990 actuarial valuations. any, that may result. After taking into consideration legal counsel's evaluation of pending actions,
management is of the opinion that the outcome thereof will not have a material effect on the
Significant actuarial assumptions used to compute contribution requirements were the same as financial position of the BWL.
those used to compute the standardized measure of the pension benefit obligation.
Analysis of Funding Progress—Analysis of the dollar amounts of net assets available for plan 9. POWER SUPPLY PURCHASE
benefits, pension benefit obligation, and assets in excess of the pension benefit obligation, in In 1983, the BWL entered into 35-year power supply and project support contracts with the
isolation, can be misleading. Expressing net assets available for plan benefits as a percentage of the Michigan Public Power Agency (MPPA), of which the BWL is a member. Under the agreement,
pension benefit-obligation provides one indication of the extent to which the Plan is funded. the BWL will purchase 64.29%of the energy generated by MPPAs 37.22% ownership in Detroit
Analysis of this percentage over time indicates whether the Plan is becoming financially stronger or Edison's Belle River Unit#1,which became operational in August 1984. These contracts require
weaker. Trends in unfunded pension benefit obligation and annual covered payroll are both affected the BWL to purchase approximately 15 megawatts of power in 1991, increasing to 156 megawatts
by inflation. Expressing the assets in excess of the pension benefit obligation as a percentage of the in 1995 and thereafter. Detroit Edison repurchased 100% of MPPAs entitlement from 1984 to
annual covered payroll approximately adjusts for the effects of inflation and aids analysis of the 1991. During the repurchase period, MPPA used the net cash flow generated from the sell-back to
Plan's funding progress. Detroit Edison to retire a portion of the outstanding bonds. Through June 30, 1992, the BWL
Fiscal paid $9.3 million to purchase power to fulfill its 1992 commitment. The price of this power was
Year (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) calculated on a basis, as specified in the contracts, to enable MPPA to recover its production,
1987 $80,536,399 $71,581,468 112.5% $8,954,931 $26,375,807 33.9% transmission and debt service costs.
1988 85,945,213 78,467,688 109.5 7,477,525 29,003,074 25.8 Under the terms of its contract, the BWL must make minimum annual payments equal to its
1989 98,993,574 83,698,572 118.3 15,295,002 30,784,780 49.7 share of debt service and its share of the fixed operating costs of Detroit Edison's Belle River Unit
1990 108,561,375 89,973,351 120.7 18,588,024 31,160,563 59.7 #1. The estimated required payments presented below assume no early calls or refinancing of
1991 118,132,308 100,240,617 117.8 17,891,691 32,553,571 55.0 existing revenue bonds and a 4.5%annual inflation of fixed operating costs.
1992 134,286,496 109,308,719 122.9 24,977,777 34,168,564 73.1
1=Net assets available for Plan Benefits(At Market) 4=Assets in Excess of PBO(1)-(2)
=PP.,a;. R—Af nbl;d.f;n IPRn) 5=A ,.1 C.A P-11
Fiscal Year Debt Service Fixed Operating Total Required Category Carrying Market
1993 $ 13,113,000 $ 3,658,000 $ 16,771,000 1 2 3 Amount Value
1994 18,900,000 6,422,000 25,322,000 United States Government '
1995 19,871,000 7,499,000 27,370,000 securities 14 664 97814,664,97814 703,045
1996 20,971,000 8,240,000 29,211,000 Commercial paper $2,318,000 2,318,000 2,318,000
1997 21,966,000 8,611,000 30,577,000 Total investments None $L3.18000 i14,664,978 16 82 78 $17,021,045
1998-2019 479,350,000 326,664,000 806,014,000 Due to higher cash flows at certain times of the year, the BWEs investment in uncollateralized
Total $574,171,000 $361,094,000 S 935,265,000 deposits, unregistered securities and in repurchase agreements for which the underlying securities
were held by the bank increased significantly at times. The maximum amount during the year of
In addition to the above required payments the BWL must pay for fuel, other operating costs, and "Uninsured and unregistered" securities was $21,138,879, and "Uninsured and uncollateralized"
transmission costs related to any KWHs purchased under these contracts. deposits was$67,824,013.
In connection with the Belle River purchase, MPPA issued$590,000,000 of Belle River Project The BWL did not violate any legal or contractual provisions for deposits and investments during
Revenue Bonds in September 1983. In March 1986, MPPA defeased $335,000,000 of the the year.
initial Revenue Bonds with interest rates ranging from 10-3/8% to 10-5/8% through the sale of
$369,365,000 of refunding bonds with interest rates ranging from 5%to 7-3/8%.
12. ESTIMATED LIABILITY FOR EXCESS EARNINGS ON WATER SUPPLY AND
10. DEFERRED COMPENSATION ELECTRIC UTILITY SYSTEM REVENUE BONDS
The BWL offers its employees a deferred compensation plan created in accordance with I.R.C. In accordance with Section 148(f)(2) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended, the
Section 457. All amounts of compensation deferred under the Plan have been recorded as BWL BWL is required on each anniversary date (July 1) of the Water Supply and Electric Utility System
assets (Note 1) and all property rights purchased with such amounts, and all income attributable to Revenue Bonds, Series 1989 A and B, to compute amounts representing the cumulative excess
such amounts, property or rights, are (until made available to the employee or other beneficiary) earnings on such bonds. That amount essentially represents a defined portion of any excess on
solely the property and rights of the BWL and (without being restricted to the provisions of interest earned of funds borrowed over the interest cost of the tax exempt borrowings. Expense is
benefits under toe Plan) subject only to the claims of the BWEs general creditors. In the past, the charged (credited) annually in an amount equal to the,estimated increase (decrease) in the
Plan assets have been used only to pay benefits. The BWL believes it is unlikely that it will use the cumulative excess earnings for the year. On every fifth anniversary date and upon final maturity of
assets to satisfy the claims of general creditors in the future. The Plan is administered by a trustee, the bonds, the BWL is required to remit to the Internal Revenue Service the amount of any
The International City Management Association Retirement Corporation. The value of the Plan cumulative excess earnings computed on the date of such maturity plus an amount equal to
assets at June 30, 1992 and 1991,was$16,260,143 and$14,304,943, respectively. estimated interest earned on previous years' segregated funds.
11. CASH AND INVESTMENTS At June 30, 1992,'the estimated liability for excess earnings is approximately $190,000. In
The BWL maintains special purpose investment funds designated to meet specific operating accordance with the requirements of the Internal Revenue Code, the BWL is required to set aside
requirements. The total of these special purpose funds is presented on the balance sheet as "Other any current year additions to this estimated liability in a Rebate Fund within 60 days of the
securities." In addition, investments are separately held by several of the BWEs funds. anniversary date of the bonds.
The captions on the June 30, 1992, balance sheet related to cash and investments are as
follows. INCOME RVRILRBLE FOR REVENUE BOND DEBT RETIREMENT
Other securities $30,983,619
Current restricted funds 20,082,538 Years Ended Tune 30, 1992 and 1991. 1992 1991
Project funds 22,345,974 Net Income Per Income Statement $9,767,734 $14,443,04
Noncurrent restricted funds 961,159 Add
Demand deposits 30,500 Depreciation expense 16,076,210 14,876,445
Total "403 Amortization of deferred costs 598,176 598,176
Deposits At year-end, the carrying amount of the BWEs deposits was57,420,812. Of the Interest on long-term debt—notes 21,627 25,822
amount, $500,000 was covered by federal depository insurance and$56,920,811 was uninsured and Interest on long-term debt—revenue bonds 593,108973,9994442
uncollateralized. Collateral is not required for deposits not covered by federal deposit insurance. Total 17,593,108 16,474,442
Income Available for Revenue Ronde and
Investments—Statutes limit the BWL to investing in the obligations of the United States Interest Redemption 27,360,842 30,918,366
Government and its agencies and commercial paper that is rated in the highest category by a
national recognized rating agency. Debt Retirement Pertaining to Revenue Bonds
Principal 1,000,000 1,005,000
The BWEs investments are categorized in the following table to give an indication of the level of Interest 897,095 79 3,999
risk assumed by the BWL at year-end. Category 1 includes investments that are insured or Total 1,897,095 1,978,999
registered or for which the securities are held by the BWL or its agent in the BWI:s name.
Category 2 includes uninsured and unregistered investments for which the securities are held by Income in Excess m Revenue Bonds and
the bank's trust department or agent in the BWEs name. Category 3 includes uninsured and Interest Requirements 5 463 747 28,939.367
unregistered investments for which the securities are held by the bank or by its trust department or Percent Coverage of Revenue Bonds and
0E10ILS OF STflTEMENTS OF INCOME
Years Enc dj.ne 30, 1992 and 1991
COMBINED ELIMINATIONS WATER ELECTRIC STEAM
Operating Revenues
1992 1991 1992 1991 1992 1991 1992 1991 1992 1991
Water $ 12,908,882 $ 13,321,263
Electric 12,908,88213 321,263
Retail 109,918,650 106,874,845 $(516,952) $(516,952) 110,435,602
Sales for resale 5,903,554 6,122,374 5,903,554 10 6,121,374
Steam 10,590,119 10,245,253 ,122 74
Total 139.321,205 136.563,735 516 52 516 52 53
12,908,882 13,321,263 116,339156 113 5514 171 10,590,119 10,245,2532
Operating Expenses
Production
Fuel and other
operating
expenses 71,169,099 67,106,685 (516,952) (516,952) 4,716,024 3,776,780 60,381,447 57,343,141 6,588,580 6,503,716
Maintenance 8,535,351 9,197,044 1,102,613 1,109,378
Transmission and distribution
9, 6,589,190 7275,969 843,548 811,697
Operating expenses 4,758,377 4,512,516 849,539 877,691 3,875,773 3,613,031 33,065
Maintenance 3,152,165 2,887,279 799,152 738,653 2,061,354 1,918,447 21,794
Administrative and general 29,929,023 28,757,718 3 950 247 3,284,768 291,659 230,179
Depreciation25,218,539 24,769,171 760,237 703,779
P 16,620,225 7,337,687 2,360,925 2,025,745 13,007,033 12,274,576 708,252 576,124
Total 133,620,225 127,337,687 516 52 516 52 13,778,500 11,813,015 111,133,336 107,194,335 341 8 847
9,225. .289
Operating Income
(LOSS) 5,700,980 9,226,048 (869,618) 1,508,248 5,205,820 6,319,836 1,364,778 1,397,964
Other Income
Interest 4,398,400 • 6,018,131 (153,856) (158,885) 493,431 714,899 3,615,156 4,841,040 443,669 621,077
Other 813,664 452,659 794,868 474,443 18,461 (22,146) 335 362
Total 5,212,064 6,470,79Q (153,856) 158 885 1,288,299 1,189,342 3,633,617 4,818,894 444,004 621,439
Interest Expense
Bonded debt 897,095 9731999 302,770 328,725 594,325 645,274
Other 248,215 278,915 (153,856) 8 885 39,664 45,436 1
Total 1,145,310 1 5 14 153 856 99.067 223,531 163,340 168,833
�--�� � 8 885 342,434 374,161 793,392 868,805 163,340 168,833
Net Income 9,767,734 14,443,924 No.. None 8 76,247 $2,323,429 8,046,045 10,269,925 1 645 442 $ 1,850,570
U 0
DETAILS OF STATEMENTS OF CHANGES IN CITY EQUITY
Years Ended June 30, 1992 and 1991
COMBINED WATER ELECTRIC STEAM
Contributions Contributions Contributions Contributions
in Aid of Retained in Aid of Retained in Aid of Retained in Aid of Retained
Construction Income Construction Income Construction Income Construction Income
Balance at July 1, 1990 $20,367,671 $274,117,211 $20,367,671 $10,128,430 $247,494,000 $16,494,781
Contributions 1,174,109 1,174,109
Net income 14,443,924 2,323,429 10,269,925 1,850,570
Equity returned to City 4 478 115 r (453,772) 3 674 440 34 03
Balance at June 30, 1991 21,541,780 284,083,020 21,541,780 11,998,087 254,089,485 17,995,448
Contributions 1,387,697 1,387,697
Net income 9,767,734 76,247 8,046,045 1,645,442
Equity returned to City (6,142,99115� 90,476) 5 067 7 6 (484,7891
Balance at June 30, 1992 $22,929,477 $287,707,763 $22,929,477 $11,483,858 None $257,067,804 None $19,156,101
j
OETAILS OF SOURCES ONO USES OF CASH ONO INVESTMENTS (Notel)
COMBINED WATER ELECTRIC STEAM
1992 1991 1992 1991 1992 1991 1992 1991
Sources
Net income $ 9,767,734 $14,443,924 $ 76,247 $ 2,323,429 $ 8,046,045 $ 10,269,925 $ 1,645,442$ 1,850,570
Charge to income not affecting cash
Depreciation 16,076,210 14,876,445 2,360,925 2,025,745 13,007,033 12,274,576 708,252 576,124
Amortization of deferred costs 598,176 598,176 598,176 598,176
Total from operations 26,442,120 29,918,545 42, 37,172 4,349,174 21,651,254 23,142,677 352, 3,694 2,426,694
Contributions-in aid of construction "� 1,387,697 1,174,109
1,387,697 1,174,109
Decrease(increase)in inventories 897,422 (1,295,522) (32,606) (110,942) 920,204 (1,182,263) 9,824 (2,317)
Increase in long-term debt 11,816 11,053 3,988 3,730 7,828 7,323
Increase(decrease)in allowance for uncollectible accounts 83,160 300 (80,514) (230) (2,646) (70)
Decrease in accounts receivable 1,274,216 1,462,309 194,652 203,029 1,045,026 1,152,758 34,538 106,522
Decrease(increase)in interest and dividends receivable 270,546 280,535 105,015 (16,230) 153,615 276,651 11,916. 20,114
Increase in customers'advances 196,736 196,736
Increase in arbitrage rebate payable 24,015 112,621 8,105 38,010 15,910 74,611
Total sources 30,504,568 31,663,650 4,187,183 5,641,180 23,910,059 23,471,527 402, 7,326 52, 50,943
Uses
Additions to utility plant-major construction 11,726,796 14,595,815 2,496,431 2,333,852 7,122,890 11,317,411 2,107,475 944,552
Additions to utility plant-normal construction 1.2,759,430 14,163,045 3,616,290 3,537,358 8,456,972 9,667,144 686,168 958,543
Payments of long-term debt
Bonded 1,000,000 1,005,790 337,500 339,454 662,500 666,336
Other 124,860 116,912 11,440 10,843 108,911 101,794 4,509 4,275
Equity returned to the City 6,142,991 4,478,115 590,476 453,772 5,067,726 3,674,440 484,789 349,903
Advances between utilities (85,034) (80,221) 85,034 80,221
Increase in deferred compensated absences 162,171 137,921 47,659 52,587 91,191 34,985 23,321 50,349
Increase(decrease)in prepaid expenses 4,179 27,200 10,362 (19,947) (11,932) 44,992 5,749 2,155
Increase in perpetual care fund 6,436 6,451 5,832 5,904 604 547
Decrease in customer deposits 80,235 468,814 17,136 68,311 60,324 387,571 2,775 12,932
Decrease in accrued interest payable 42,289 290,843 13,078 97,024 29,211 193,819
Decrease(increase)in accounts payable and other -
accrued expenses 107,520 5 5 1 1 34 177 450 746 173,289 (100,729 (31,592) (43,716)
Total uses 32,156,907 34,695,715 710� 6,195 6,422,508 21,681,880 25,913,446 3,368,832 32, 59,761
y
Net Sources (Uses)of Cash and Investments iakE33 $(3,032,065) 1 O1 t9K 3 8 LZ228�179 JLZA41 1 61 506 1 1 18
I
j 1. Allocation to water, electric and steam operations-components affecting cash and funds
are allocated to the respective operation based on actual sources or uses of cash by opera-
tion or on a basis derived from an identifiable source or use of cash.
FIN0NCI0L R S T 0 T I S T I C 0 L INF00M0T10N DUNE 30
�922 1991 1990 1989 1988 1987 1992 1Q21 12900 1989 1� 1 87
water Utility
Number of Customers(Average) Steam Utility
Residential 41,140 40,571 39,857 39,646 39,472 39,319 Number of Customers(Average)
Commercial 5,588 5,371 4,947 4,869 4,819 4,765 Residential 27 29 32 36 36 38
Industrial 966 966 944 933 84 73
Total 46,824 46,038 44,898 44,608 44,375 44,157 Commercial 32 Industrial 1 1 1 1 1 341 36 1 38 1 371 381
. 1 1
Water Sales(CCP) Total 350 371 396 417 416 420
Residential 3,515,097 3,935,420 3,491,005 3,911,286 3,796,992 3,560,064
Commercial 3,296,251 3,507,073 3,206,178 3,414,421 3,380,632 - 3,300,521 Steam Sales(MLB)
Industrial 1,632,845 1,796,815 1,861,758 1,998,869 1,925,283 2,116,538 Residential 3,751 3,596 3,845 4,242 4,033 3,872
Other 112,200 112,240 112,137 112,237 112,934 11122,7_64 Commercial 544,498 558,459 537,360 566,138 567,860 493,115
Total 8,556,393 9,351,548 8,671,078 9,436,813 9,215,841 9,089,877 Industrial 924,827 769,346 846,250 968,208 928,641 1,016,980
Operating Revenues Other 38,998" 43,657 64,434 58,042 km 60,501
Residential $5,839,450 $5,979,894 $5,178,803 $5,360,249 $5,190,686 $4,853,182 Total 1,512,074 1,375,058 1,451,889 1,596,630 1,546,926 1,574,468
Commercial 4,178,936 4,357,311 3,791,160 3,842,497 3,818,295 3,432,291
Industrial 1,647,559 1,756,598 1,760,152 1,849,247 1,791,290 1,786,510 Operating Revenues
Other 1,242,937 1,227,460 103, 5,709 1,010,060 998,869 918,591 Residential $24,892 $23,800 $25,327 $28,468 $29,972 $29,484
Total $12,908,882 $13,321,263 $11,765,824 $12,062,053 $11,799,140 $10,990,574 Commercial 3,584,095 3,687,872 3,622,977 3,733,638 4,111,781 3,630,298
Operating Expenses
Industrial 6,709,819 6,230,306 6,696,633 7,804,956 7,369,417 6,929,046
8
(Incl.Depr.) 13 778 500 11 813 015 118 4 1 11004 808 10 887 43 1 271.313 303,275 436,861 401
07 Other 401,829 356,229 351,006
Total $10,590,119 $10,245,253 $10,781,798 $11,968,891 $11,867,399 $10,939,834
Operating Income $(869,618) $1,508,248 $(126,667) $1,057,245 $911,197 $1,797,667
Operating Expenses
Net Income $76,247 S-2-323-429 $746,245 $1,996,107 18 211 5871 (Incl.Depr.) $9,225,341 $8,847,289 $8,601,328 $8,622,671 $9,387,224 $9,156,902
.Electric Utility
Number of Customers(Average) Operating Income $1,364,778 $1,397,964 $2,180,470 $3,346,220 $2,480,175 $1,782,932
Residential 77,646 77,029 75,777 75,281 74,625 73,507
Commercial 11,652 11,336 10,840 10,818 10,672 10,460 Net Income $1,645,442 $1,850,570 $2,714,563 $3,793,044 $2,408,553 $1,630,010
Industrial 151 142 135 138 143 150
Total 89,449 88,507 86,752 86,237 85,440 84,117 Consolidated Utilities Balance Sheet
Electric Sales(KWH) Plant in Service
Residential 523,290 511,232 509,173 512,571 499,143 467,054 (Incl.Common) $459,095,473 $441,109,229 $410,383,926 $388,829,870 $368,592,595 $351,666,565
Commercial 940,834 950,161 926,058 895,886 855,939 810,016 Reserve for
Industrial 671,975 654,241 714,735 -781,014 777,907 785,710 Depreciation $(245,423,387) $(233,208,746) $(220,744,835) $(210,935,075) $(199,291,588) $(188,965,460)
Sales for Resale 187,643 185,515 230,244 514,321 406,488 491,946 Construction Work
Other 36M 36M 36.211 36.309 34.672 35,6D in Progress 20,880,151 18,264,732 22,589,851 17,317,236 15,429,697 11,684,907
Total 2,360,339 2,337,221 2,416,421 2,740,101 2,574,149 2,590,416 Current Assets 82,578,623 81,967,181 78,263,828 75,176,566 71,574,461 68,845,907
Operating Revenues
Other Assets 39,687,200 42,840,360 48,581,343 40.969,697 31,210,648 28,580,977
Residential $28,319,671 $27,044,813 $26,903,707 $27,902,245 $27,534,055 $24,194,221 Total $356,818,060 $350,972,756 $339,074,113 $311,358,294 $287,515,813 $271,812,896
Commercial 46,631,031 46,012,782 44,843,659 44,799,077 43,725,161 37,814,429
Industrial 29,176,493 28,250,222 30,669,438 34,302,585 34,790,986 31,772,070 City Equity $310,637,240 $305,624,800 $294,484,882 $278,485,810 $254,876,647 $236,888,983
Sales for Resale 5,963,554 6,122,374 7,365,103 14,027,271 10,594,792 11,876,581 Long-Term Debt 15,618,122 16,739,700 17,859,297 7,356,845 9,466,351 11,396,592
Other 6,308,407 6,083,980 5,817,865 5,626,808 6,261,303 4,346,241 Total $116,339,156 $113,514,171 $115,599,772 $126,657,986 $122,906,297 $110,003,542 Current Liabilities 13,870,751 14,092,260 14,248,778 14,968,347 14,343,873 15,954,759
Other Liabilities 16,691,947 14,515,996 12,481,156 81,156 10,547,292 8,828,942 7,572,562
Operating Expenses Total $356,818,060 $350,972,756 $339,074,113 $311,358,294 $287,515,813 $271,812,896
(Incl.Depr.) $111,133,336 $107,194,335 $105,180,890 $110,371,976 $108,770,309 $103,977,472
Operating Income $5,205,820 $6,319,836 $10,418,882 $16,286,010 $14,135,988 $6,026,070
Net Income 8 046 045 $10-269,9L5 $15,406,269 $21,065,81217 474 884 $9,073,867
1992 1991 1220 1989 l
Income Statement
Operating
Revenues $139,321,205 $136,563,735 $137,630,442 $150,211,406 $146,572,836 $131,933,950
Operating Expenses
(Incl.Depr.) 133,620 225 127 337,687 125,157,757 129,521,931 129,045,476 122,327,281
Operating Income $5,700,980 $9,226,048 $12,472,685 $20,689,475 $17,527,360 $9,606,669
Net Income $9,767,734 $14,443,924 $18,867,077 6 854 63 $21,775,549 $13,290,999
WATER&LIGHT
Lansing Board of Water& Light
123 West Ottawa
Lansing, Michigan 48933
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MINUTES OF BOARD OF CONE IISSIONERS' MEETING
LANSING BOARD OF WATER AND LIGHT
Tuesday, December 22, 1992
The Board of Commissioners met in regular session at 5:30 p.m, at the Main Office
Building, 123 W. Ottawa Street, Lansing, Michigan. The meeting was called to order
by Vice Chair Sebolt.
Present: Commissioners Belen, Christian, Evans, O'Leary, Sebolt, Strolle,
and Williams -7
Absent: Commissioner Hassler - 1
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The Secretary declared a quorum present.
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General Manager Pandy, Secretary Sova and Staff members were present.
The Invocation was given by Vice Chair Sebolt. „
The Pledge of Allegiance was said by all. :_
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APPROVAL OF MINUTES
BY COMMISSIONER STROLLE--
SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER EVANS
That minutes of regular session of November 24, 1992 be approved as
mailed.
Adopted unanimously.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
VICE CHAIR SEBOLT ANNOUNCED THAT MEMBERS OF THE PUBLIC WILL
BE AFFORDED THE OPPORTUNITY TO ADDRESS THE COMMISSIONERS
REGARDING ANY ITEM ON THE AGENDA AT THE TIME SUCH ITEM IS OPEN
FOR DISCUSSION BY THE COMMISSIONERS. ANYONE WISHING TO
COMMENT ON ANY MATTER NOT ON THE AGENDA MAY DO SO AT THIS
TIME OR IMMEDIATELY PRIOR TO ADJOURNMENT.
December 22, 1992 145
Lloyd Teets of 116 East Elm Street, Lansing, read an excerpt from his letter to General
Manager Joseph Pandy, dated November 19, 1992. The Commissioners acknowledged
having received a copy of Mr. Teets' letter along with Mr. Pandy's response. Mr. Teets
spoke on the importance of customer relations. He stated that a true measure of
customer relations is the ability of a company to settle disagreements with a minimum of
inconvenience.
Harold Leeman of 529 North Francis, Lansing, called attention to the absence of the
committee reports in the Public Information Notebook available to the public for
viewing prior to Board meetings. Corporate Secretary Mary Sova noted that through an
oversight, the reports were inadvertently missed; the agenda and General Manager
Recommendations were included, however. Copies of the committee reports were given
to Mr. Leeman during the meeting for review
COMMUNICATIONS AND PETITIONS
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE REPORT
December 22, 1992
Board of Commissioners
Board of Water and Light
Lansing, Michigan
The Committee of the Whole met on December 8, 1992 to discuss matters relating to
Capital Projects and Environmental Engineering.
Present were Commissioners Williams (Chair Pro Tem), Christian, Evans, Hassler,
O'Leary, Sebolt, Strolle. Absent was Commissioner Belen.
Capital Projects. A 12-month review of closed capital projects for Fiscal Year ending
June 30, 1992 was presented by Bill Kirchmeier, Superintendent of Project Engineering.
This report was for information only, and no action was required.
Continuous Emissions Monitoring System: Mike Ring of Project Engineering
presented an overview of the Continuous Emissions Monitoring System (CEMS)
requirement under the Clean Air Act Amendments of 1990. In summary, the Act
mandates the following by the year 2000 and is subject to revision every ten years:
■ Reducing SO2 by 10 million tons below the 1980 level, but not to
exceed 8.9 million tons/year nationwide.
■ Reducing NOx by 2 million tons below the 1980 level, but not to
exceed 2.5 million tons/year nationwide.
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Allowances the Board of Water and Light is scheduled to receive are as follows:
■ Total SO2 allocated allowances at 17,800 tons/year as of July
1992.
■ The NOx maximum allowable emission rate (not yet issued by
EPA) expected at 0.45 lb/million BTU input.
The Acid Rain Impact Project includes the CEMS plus the required NOx emissions
control. CEMS bids are currently being evaluated by Project Engineering and an award
is expected in January, 1993. The revised estimate for the CEMS is $3.5 million.
Following discussion, the Committee of the Whole adopted the following resolution and
recommends Board approval:
#92-12-1
Resolution Regarding
Continuous Emissions Monitoring_System
RESOLVED, That the Acid Rain Impact Project be moved from an
evaluation status to a planned capital project for Fiscal Year 1992-93.
Environmental Sites. A brief synopsis of Board of Water and Light (BWL)
environmental sites and concerns was presented by Ron Hohenstein, Superintendent of
Environmental Engineering. Mr. Hohenstein advised the Commissioners about the
BWL's efforts to protect the groundwater in the area of the Motor Wheel Disposal Site.
This briefing was for information only, and no action was required.
Respectfully submitted,
Gerald W. Williams, Chair Pro Tern
BY COMMISSIONER WILLIAMS--
SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER EVANS
That the Committee of the Whole Report, including Resolution 92-12-1
regarding the Continuous Emissions Monitoring System, be accepted as
presented.
Adopted unanimously.
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FINANCE CONIl fl=E REPORT
December 22, 1992
Board of Commissioners
Board of Water and Light
Lansing, Michigan
The Finance Committee met on November 24, 1992 to receive a quarterly status report
from the Internal Auditor and related matters.
Present were: Commissioners Belen, Christian, Hassler (Chair), and Williams.
Also present was Commissioner Sebolt.
Internal Auditor Kellie Willson updated the Commissioners on her quarterly activities in
the areas of:
Technical Services Division
Consumer Services
External Audit
Other Major Responsibilities
It was noted that the Board of Water and Light has completed five consecutive years
without receiving a negative management letter comment from the external auditors.
Discussion was held regarding the General Manager's planned trip with the Northwest
Public Power Delegation to Russia, Czechoslovakia, and Germany as part of the Citizen
Ambassador Program.
Presented by
Ernest Christian
for Phillip E. Hassler, Chair
Finance Committee
BY COMMISSIONER CHRISTIAN--
SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER BELEN
That the Finance Committee Report be received as read.
Adopted unanimously.
Commissioner Christian commended Internal Auditor Kellie Willson for her
accomplishment in working with management to receive five years of consecutive audits
without a negative management letter.
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December 22, 1992
Recommendations Board of Water and Light
of Director and Lansing, Michigan
General Manager
Dear Ladies and Gentlemen:
The following items are recommended for your approval:
ADMINISTRATIVE
Res. No. 92-12-2
That in accordance with Article H, Section 2.1 of the Board's Rules of
Administrative Procedure, it is recommended that the following list of dates be
adopted as the regular meeting schedule for the Board of Water and Light
Commissioners for the ensuing six (6) months.
1993
January 26 - Tuesday
February 23 -Tuesday
March 23 - Tuesday
April 27 - Tuesday
May 25 - Tuesday
June 22 - Tuesday
Regular meetings of the Board shall commence at 5:30 p.m.
This schedule is subject to change as a result of date conflicts with rescheduled City
Council meetings.
It is further recommended that a notice of the meeting schedule be published in the
Lansing State Journal the week of January 3, 1993.
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HUMAN RESOURCES
Res. No. 92-12-3
That a one year contract, effective January 1, 1993,for$28,726 for Board of Water
and Light (BWL) bid specifications dated October 13, 1992, be awarded to the
Center of Occupational Health Services-Ingham Medical Center, for "Medical
Surveillance Testing" based on their bid submitted November 16, 1992.
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HUMAN RESOURCES (Continued)
(Res. No. 92-12-3)
Others submitting bids were: St. Lawrence Hospital Work & Health Institute, and
Lansing Occupational Medical Center.
Those declining to bid were: Lansing General Hospital and Sparrow Hospital.
Bids received were evaluated based on the following criteria:
1. Accommodation Procedures
2. Time
3. Process explanation
4. Qualifications
5. Results format
6. Price
7. Hearing Van-Onsite vs. Remote Location Testing
This testing program is required by MIOSHA rules and regulations. The final
amount paid under their contract will be based on the actual number of tests
performed, multiplied by applicable unit price.
The bid summary is attached.
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Res. No. 92-12-4
That Jerry VanLancker, a Maintenance Mechanic for Water Production Department,
be awarded a total of$271 for suggestion proposal number 1993-024,to draw a
simple map showing locations of pump risers and discharge valves and place it in
each wellhouse cabinet to assist crews in more rapidly locating valves, etc. This will
assist crews doing pump outs as well as assisting in emergency situations.
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By implementing this proposal, it is estimated that the BWL will realize a net
savings of$1,960 in the first year.
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Res. No. 92-12-5
That Karl Bachman, a First Line Supervisor for Overhead Line Construction, be
awarded a total of$624.48 for suggestion proposal number 1992-161, to put reel of
wire for Outdoor Protective Lighting on Line Department truck#109 to eliminate the
need for Marketing Department to measure the job and write a requisition, and
reduce wasted time and material used on these jobs.
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By implementing this proposal, it is estimated that the BWL will realize a net
savings of$5,494.79 in the first year.
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L50 DecanbPs 22, 1992
TREASURER/CONTROLLER
Res. No. 92-12-6
Authorize disposal of obsolete American Hoist Locomotive Crane, Serial No.J3512,
by sale to The Coopersville & Marne Railway Company, Coopersville, Michigan,
for the amount of$3,100. This unit was purchased in 1955 and has been declared
obsolete by the Electric Production Maintenance Department.
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Eighteen other companies were invited to bid but declined. A list of these
companies is on file with the Secretary of the Board.
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Res. No. 92-12-7
That the present car allowance reimbursement rates effective November 1, 1991,
applicable to BWL employees required to provide personal transportation in
performing their respective job assignments, be amended effective December 1,
1992 as follows:
Plan A- 28 cents per mile for all miles driven.
Plan C - No change
Further,that all other procedures under the plans as adopted July 1980 and amended
July, 1985, remain in effect.
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The recommended increase results from the annual review of vehicle operating costs
and survey of other Lansing area firms. Annual reimbursement payments will
increase approximately$320 or 1.8%.
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Respectfully submitted,
Joseph Pandy,Jr.
General Manager
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BY COMMISSIONER WILLIAMS--
SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER BELEN
RESOLVED, That Resolution 92-12-2 (Administrative) of the General
Manager's Recommendations be approved.
Adopted unanimously.
BY COMMISSIONER WILLIAMS--
SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER BELEN
RESOLVED, That Resolutions 92-12-3, 92-12-4, and 92-12-5 (Human
Resources), respectively, of the General Manager 's Recommendations be
approved.
Adopted unanimously.
BY COMMISSIONER WILLIAMS--
SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER BELEN
RESOLVED, That Resolutions 92-12-6 and 92-12-7 (Treasurer/Controller)
of the General Manager's Recommendations be approved.
Adopted unanimously.
NEW BUSINESS
#92-12-8
RESOLUTION OF APPRECIATION AND SEASONS GREETINGS
TO ALL BOARD OF WATER AND LIGHT EMPLOYEES
In this season of caring, it is appropriate that all employees of the Board of Water
and Light be made aware of the gratitude of the BWL Commissioners and management
for the outstanding support given this past year.
1992 has been a challenging year for all of us. The BWL employees rose to
every occasion, and did an excellent job of serving our community, as well as showing
their loyalty to the organization.
As Commissioners who represent the citizens and customers of our utilities, we
want to thank you for a job well done in all areas. We have asked management to
provide coffee and doughnuts during the week of Christmas, as a small gesture of our
appreciation. We hope that you will use the time together with fellow employees in
friendship to reflect on the values which we receive from the BWL, and the tremendous
support we received from our community this year.
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The BWL Commissioners value our employees as our most important asset. We
pledge to the employees our continuing best efforts to uphold our responsibilities as
Commissioners.
We can all be proud of our performance in 1992, and look forward to our 108th
year of service to this community. Sincere thanks to all of you for your efforts on behalf
of the BWL.
MERRY CHRISTMAS AND A SAFE AND HEALTHY 1993!
Phillip E. Hassler, Chair Jack R. Sebolt, Vice Chair
Gerald W. Williams, Chair Pro-Tern Sister Mary Janice Belen, R.S.M.
Dr. Eva L. Evans David O'Leary
R. John Strolle Ernest J. Christian
Joseph Pandy, Jr., General Manager
BY COMMISSIONER SEBOLT--
SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER EVANS
That Resolution 92-12-8 be approved as presented.
Adopted unanimously.
Commissioner Sebolt noted that he would be representing the Commissioners at
departmental staff meetings during the morning of December 23 to extend the
Commissioners' thanks and gratitude for loyal support to the BWL. All the
Commissioners were invited to accompany him if their schedules permitted. The
resolution will be read and a copy of the resolution is to be made available to all
employees.
GENERAL MANAGER'S REMARKS
General Manager Pandy reported on the following activities:
Moody's Municipal Credit Report Update. A copy of an opinion, dated December 14,
1992, issued by Moody's Investors Service was handed out. The appraisal and rating
was prepared in conjunction with the Michigan Public Power Agency's November 24,
992 sale of$42.7 million Belle River Refunding Revenue bonds, Series 1992 A.
General Manager Pandy noted that an "Aa" rating was obtained with a very good interest
rate partially due to the BWL's strong financial position.
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Oneida Tie Line U11date. A copy of a memo from Electric Utility Director Roy Peffley,
dated December 17, 1992, regarding the Consumers Power Co. (CPCo)-Oneida Tie Line
Project was handed out. It was reported that cooperation between all departments
involved has been excellent to meet the critical energization date of December 28, 1992.
General Manager Pandy noted that as of the end of the year, the BWL will have two
strong electrical interconnections.
BWL and Lansing Fire Department Communication Task Force. A copy of a memo
from Electric Utility Director Roy Peffley and Water Utility Director Clyde Dugan,
dated December 16, 1992, regarding a Communication Task Force was handed out. A
task force has been assembled in conjunction with the communication breakdown
between the BWL and the Lansing Fire Department (LFD) during the November 15,
1992 power/water outage. The assignment of the task force is to review and recommend
a reliable and timely communication link between the BWL and the LFD during
electrical and/or water emergency conditions. General Manager Pandy reported that one
suggestion being addressed is the addition of water pressure sensors in fire stations. An
update will be presented to the Commissioners once all recommendations are finalized.
Joseph Pandy on St. Lawrence Hospital Board. General Manager Pandy has agreed to
accept an additional three-year term as a member of the Community Health Care System
Board of St. Lawrence Hospital. His new term will commence January 1, 1993 through
December 31, 1995.
Capitol Area Health Alliance to be Formed. General Manager Pandy announced that he
will be serving with area business leaders in the Capitol Area Health Alliance (Alliance)
to promote high quality health for area citizens and to control health care costs in the tri-
county area. The Alliance is being formed under the leadership of General Motors (GM)
as a non-profit organization to deal with health care costs, quality and access. Human
Resources Director Mark Vander Jagt will also be serving in the Alliance.
Commissioner Belen inquired about the relationship between the Alliance and Ingham
Medical Center/Lansing General Hospital group. She suggested that a cohesive structure
between the Alliance, the Ingham Medical group, and other health care facilities should
be implemented to prevent unnecessary duplication. Mr. Pandy agreed with
Commissioner Belen and stated that he would pass her thoughts along to the Alliance
regarding collaborative efforts. Commissioner Sebolt asked if there could be potential
conflicts of interest with BWL labor negotiations for both Mr. Pandy and Mr. Vander
Jagt being Alliance members. Mr. Pandy responded that he did not believe there would
be a conflict. It is in the interest of the BWL's labor union and employees who are
impacted by health care costs that he has decided to become involved with health care
cost containment efforts. Mr. Pandy noted that unions are going to be represented on
the Alliance as well.
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Community Events Committee Recognized Re: Caring Tree Adopt-A-Child. Members
of the BWL Community Events Committee were acknowledged for their efforts of
involving the BWL in sponsoring a "Caring Tree" to make Christmas brighter for 100
children at the Lansing North American Indian Center on Center Street. Last year BWL
employees sponsored approximately 90 children with gifts of clothing and toys. This
year, the BWL was asked to increase the total to 100 children--our original target was
pushed up to 118. On the week of the event, the BWL was asked to do an additional 67
children. With the help of credit unions, Meijers, and other organizations, the
Community Events Committee received additional donations which brought the total up
to 185 children. The BWL more than doubled its support for the North American Indian
Center Christmas event . General Manager Pandy recognized Community Events
Committee members who worked hard to emphasize the BWL's "Home Town People -
Home Town Power" theme. Present in the audience were:
■ Nancy Beck
■ Barbara Reynolds
■ Anne Stump
■ Kathy Templeton
■ Sue Ramsey
■ Greg Mann
Human Resources Division Reorganization. General Manager Pandy handed out a copy
of a new organizational chart for the Human Resources Division. Mr. Pandy announced
that two significant vacancies have been created in Human Resources as a result of
Safety Manager Larry Brown's pending retirement on February 1, 1993 and the
impending departure of Personnel Services Manager Terrie Stevens who will be
relocating with her family to Tennessee in June. As a means of maintaining
organizational efficiency while reducing administrative staff, Mr. Vander Jagt offered to
assume a dual role as both Director of Human Resources and Manager of Safety and
Training. Mr. Pandy also announced the promotion of Linda Gardner to the position of
Personnel Manager. Ms. Gardner will assume responsibility for daily BWL personnel
administration. Mr. Gardner was introduced to the Commissioners. She thanked Mr.
Pandy and Mr. Vander Jagt for their vote of confidence. Mr. Pandy handed out a copy
of her resume for review.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Harold Leeman commented on the Finance Committee Report relative to General
Manager Pandy's planned trip with the Northwest Public Power Delegation. He asked
when the trip would take place. Mr. Leeman was asked to contact the Corporate
Secretary for the exact date.
Lloyd Teets thanked the public for the 4.5 percent electric rate increase to take effect
January 1, 1993. (This is the second of a three-year increase implemented January 1,
1992.) Mr. Teets asked about the status of the BWL's cash reserve. This information
was not immediately available, but may be obtained on request from either the General
Manager or Treasurer/Controller Dana Tousley.
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EXCUSED ABSENCE
BY COMMISSIONER STROLLE—
SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER OTEARY
That the absence of Commissioner Hassler be excused.
Adopted unanimously.
ADJOURNMENT
On motion of Commissioner Christian, the Board adjourned at 6:00 p.m.
Mary E. va, Secretary
Filed: December 30, 1992
James D. Blau, City Clerk
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MINUTES OF BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS' MEETING
LANSING BOARD OF WATER AND LIGHT
Tuesday, November 24, 1992
The Board of Commissioners met in regular session at 5:30 p.m, at the Main Office
Building, 123 W. Ottawa Street, Lansing, Michigan. The meeting was called to order
by Chairman Hassler.
Present: Commissioners Belen, Christian, Evans, Hassler, O'Leary, Sebolt,
Strolle, and Williams -8
The Secretary declared a quorum present.
General Manager Pandy, Secretary Sova and Staff members were present.
The Invocation was given by Chairman Hassler.
The Pledge of Allegiance was said by all.
APPROVAL OF 11L UTES
BY COMMISSIONER SEBOLT-- _
SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER WILLIAMS
That minutes of regular session of October 27, 1992 be approved as mailed.
Adopted unanimously.
PUBLIC COMNIENTS
CHAIRMAN HASSLER ANNOUNCED THAT MEMBERS OF THE PUBLIC WILL
BE AFFORDED THE OPPORTUNITY TO ADDRESS THE COMMISSIONERS
REGARDING ANY ITEM ON THE AGENDA AT THE TIME SUCH ITEM IS OPEN
FOR DISCUSSION BY THE COMMISSIONERS. ANYONE WISHING TO
COMMENT ON ANY MATTER NOT ON THE AGENDA MAY DO SO AT THIS
TIME OR IMNIEDIATELY PRIOR TO ADJOURNMENT.
Lloyd Teets of 116 East Elm Street, Lansing, commented on his letter addressed to
General Manager Pandy, dated November 19, 1992. He directed a copy to each
Commissioner.
General Manager Pandy noted that a response has been mailed to Mr. Teets.
November 24, 1992 135
Chairman Hassler introduced Dr. Roland Strolle, a retired professor, who was in the
audience. Dr. Strolle is Commissioner John Strolle's father.
COMMUNICATIONS AND PETITIONS
A letter from Daniel Stouffer, President, Learning Care, Inc., Lansing, requesting BWL
support in developing a downtown child care program.
A response from General Manager Pandy was received. Mr. Stouffer's letter and Mr.
Pandy's response letter were acknowledged and placed on file.
CObIlV =E OF THE WHOLE REPORT
November 24, 1992
Board of Commissioners
Board of Water and Light
Lansing, Michigan
The Committee of the Whole met on November 10, 1992 for discussion on the following
topics:
1. Board of Water and Light advertising program.
2. Joint meeting with City officials.
Present were Commissioners Hassler, Belen, Evans, O'Leary, Strolle and Christian.
Absent were Commissioners Sebolt and Williams.
Advertising Campaign: John Strickler, Director of Communications and Marketing,
presented an executive summary presentation of the planned Board of Water and Light
(BWL) advertising program. An ad campaign is to kick off during Public Power Week
on November 30 - December 5. The basic theme for the campaign is "Hometown
People. Hometown Power." The focus of the campaign will be to showcase the people
who work for the BWL and who represent the utility through volunteer services in the
community. The initial ads will highlight the BWL's centennial celebration of providing
Lansing customers with 100 years of electric service. The ad campaign will include
newspaper ads and several billboards featuring BWL employees on the job. A television
commercial will also be featured to reinforce the pride of the utility and its employees.
Joint Meeting with City Council and the Mayor: The Commissioners met to prepare
for their joint meeting with the City Council and the Mayor scheduled for November 17
at 5:30 p.m. at the University Club of MSU. The purpose of the joint forum is to
exchange information and to establish ongoing communication with City officials. The
Commissioners reviewed the seven issues outlined in Mayor McKane's memo to the
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Board of Commissioners, dated October 30, 1992. If agreeable with the City Council
and the Mayor, the following issues regarding the BWL are to be prioritized and
addressed at a mutually acceptable time:
1. Employment
2. Belle River
3. Quality
4. Rates
5. Regulation
6. Suburban
7. Return on Equity
Respectfully submitted,
Phillip E. Hassler, Chairman
BY COMMISSIONER HASSLER--
SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER BELEN
That the Committee of the Whole Report be accepted as read.
Adopted unanimously.
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November 24, 1992
Recommendations Board of Water and Light
of Director and Lansing, Michigan
General Manager
Dear Ladies and Gentlemen:
The following items are recommended for your approval:
ADMINISTRATIVE
Res. No. 92-11-1
That the Board approve Amendment No. 3 to C-7615 Transportation Contract with Norfolk
Southern Railroad (NS) and Grand Trunk Western Railway (GTW), subject to approval as
to form by the BWL's Legal Counsel. The amendment particulars are as follows:
1. The term of this agreement will be extended one (1) year, with an expiration date of
December 31, 1993.
2. Volume commitment shall be a minimum of 25,000 tons.
3. Rates to be the same as in CY '92 and will be held firm and free froM� escalation for the
entire amendment period.
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By amending this contract with Norfolk Southern and Grand Trunk Western,the BWL will
be able to maintain its broad base of potential Spot coal suppliers. This will ensure that Spot
coal competition is maximized.
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CORPO E PLANNING
Res. No. 92-11-2
Recommend the property described below be declared surplus and sold to Charter Township
of Lansing for$1.00 and other consideration subject to approval of City Council as required
under Article 2, Section 5-203.3 of the Lansing City Charter and Charter Township of
Lansing granting an easement to BWL for operation and maintenance of existing utilities on
this property.
A parcel of land in the South 1/2 of Section 14, T4N, R2W, City of
Lansing, Ingham County, Michigan,particularly described as follows:
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CORPORATE PLANNING(Continued)
(Res. No. 92-11-2)
Beginning at the Southwest corner of Lot 289, "Urbandale No. 1",
Charter Township of Lansing,thence Easterly along the South line of
"Urbandale No. 1" to the West line of U.S. 127 a distance of 865 feet,
more or less; thence Southwesterly along the West line of U.S. 127
104 feet, more or less,to the North line of "Urbandale No. 2" at a
point 124.85 feet Easterly of the Northwest corner of Lot 553,
"Urbandale No. 2",thence Westerly along the North line of
"Urbandale No. 2" to the East line of Mifflin Street 841 feet,more or
less; thence Northeasterly along the East line of Mifflin Street 100
feet, more or less,to the point of beginning, containing 2 acres of
land, more or less, and subject to the rights of the public in Charles
Street and Detroit Street, and subject to any and all easements and
restrictions of record. This description is intended to describe the
land South of "Urbandale No. 1", North of "Urbandale No. 2", West
of U.S. 127, and East of Mifflin Street.
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The City of Lansing has requested that BWL sell this property to Charter Township of
Lansing for development, operation and maintenance of a neighborhood park as a
replacement site for a park which the township planned to develop on their property South
of Harton Street and East of Mifflin Street. The city requires the township's property for
construction of an equalization basin in conjunction with the Combined Sewer Overflow
Control Project. The township has agreed to the construction of the equalization basin if an
alternate site for the park is provided.
The township is granting an easement for access for operation and maintenance of existing
utilities and for protection of the two wells on the property. The sale of the property and its
development as a park will not interfere with the operation and maintenance of BWL
facilities.
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Respectfu ly submitted,
Joseph Pandy,Jr.
General Manager
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ADDENDUM
November 24, 1992 Board Meeting
WATER
Res. No. 92-11-3
That the Board agree to contract with PROLIME Services for removal of
residual lime from the Filter Press for use in reclamation of their Beard Road
gravel pit, and authorize the General Manager and Corporate Secretary to sign
said agreement.
Further,that the Board authorize a Feasibility Study and Application for
Designation, at a cost of$15,000,to get the necessary DNR permits for this
reclamation project.
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This agreement will provide up to 50% of the production at the Filter Press on
an annual basis to PROLIME Services for use in their process of gravel pit
reclamation. The proposed contract would extend to June 30, 1998.
This contract will be in addition to the existing contract with Great
Lakes/Enviroland (GL/E),wherein residual lime is used as an agricultural soil
amendment. The GL/E contract extends to June 30, 1998, and guarantees a
minimum 50%of the Filter Press production.
The quote by PROLIME Services represents a 5%reduction in price from GL/E,
which will result in a savings of up to$10,588 in the first year, and$68,853 over
the term of the agreement. An alternate in the proposal will allow BWL forces
to haul the material to the Beard Road site,potentially at additional savings.
The fees associated with the Feasibility Study and the Application for
Designation will be fully rebated to the BWL at a rate of$3.00 per ton of
residual lime.
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140 November 24, 1992
BY COMMISSIONER SEBOLT--
SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER WILLIAMS
RESOLVED, That Resolution 92-11-1 (Administrative) of the General
Manager's Recommendations be approved.
Adopted unanimously.
BY COMMISSIONER SEBOLT--
SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER CHRISTIAN
RESOLVED, That Resolution 92-11-2 (Corporate Planning) of the General
Manager 's Recommendations be approved.
Commissioner Belen asked why the property was being sold to Lansing Township for
$1.00. General Manager Pandy responded that the sale was a gesture of the BWL's
cooperative spirit with the City of Lansing.
Adopted unanimously.
BY COMMISSIONER WILLIAMS--
SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER CHRISTIAN
RESOLVED, That Resolution 92-11-3 (Water Utility) of the General
Manager's Recommendations be approved.
Adopted unanimously.
GENERAL MANAGER'S REMARKS
General Manager Pandy reported on the following activities:
Electric Service Centennial Activities. The Board of Water and Light will be
observing its 100th birthday in the electric utility business the week of November 30.
An ad has been placed in the LANSING STATE JOURNAL announcing the following
centennial activities:
November 30
■ Public Open House, Main Office Lobby
■ Official Lighting of Centennial Candles on Ottawa Station
■ Resolution before the Lansing City Council honoring Public Power
and the Electric Centennial
■ Lobby display of BWL artifacts, photographs, equipment will be
held all week.
December 5
■ Erickson Station Open House
■ 5 K competitive Run, Erickson Station Grounds
The Commissioners received a special centennial button commemorating the electric
utility's "100 years of Hometown Power." The BWL was founded in 1885 when
Lansing citizens approved a $100,000 bond issue to build a publicly owned water
works. The BWL entered the electric utility business December 1, 1892.
November 24, 1992 141
APPA Human Resources Report Regarding Attempted Buyout of BWL. An article
which appeared in the American Public Power Association (APPA) Human Resources
Report (8:3) relative to UtiliCorp's proposed buyout of the BWL was handed out.
Human Resources Director Mark Vander Jagt, with input from Communications &
Marketing John Strickler, wrote the informative story on "Loyal employees help avert
buyout of Lansing Utility." Union workers and non-bargaining employees joined
together to let City Council and the public know that a proposed sale was not in the
best interest of the citizens.
Increase in Number of Sick Hours Used. A tabulation was handed out indicating an
increase in the number of sick hours used during the first four months of this fiscal year
compared to last year. The sick leave comparison showed an increase of 15.52 percent
during the months of July and September. The stress caused by the attempted buyout
of the BWL is believed to have contributed to the increased number of sick hours used.
John Strickler named Vice Chair of APPA's Energy/Customer Services &
Communications Section. Director of Communications and Marketing John Strickler
was elected Vice Chair of APPA's Energy/Customer Services & Communications
Section at the association's 1992 Energy/Customer Services & Communications
Workshop, held in October.
Thank You Letter From the Lansing School District. A copy of a thank you letter
from Mike Beach, Electrical Supervisor of the Lansing School District, was handed
out. Mr. Beach extended the school district's appreciation for the newly completed
lighting project at Everett High School. BAIL employees who were directly involved
with the project were acknowledged.
Erickson Station Superheat Tube Failure. Due to a superheat tube leak, Erickson
Station was out for a few days as of Sunday morning, November 22. The unit was
repaired and will be back on line Wednesday, November 25. Mr. Pandy noted that the
superheat tube was scheduled for a routine 18-month maintenance checkup in April,
1993. Coincidentally, Belle River also experienced a tube leak at the same time. The
concurrent tube leaks resulted in Eckert Station having to run available generation to
get by on Sunday and Monday. General Manager Pandy noted that this incident
illustrates the need for Eckert Station plus additional capacity in certain situations.
Status on November 15 System Outage. General Manager Pandy reported that all
BWL customers will he receiving a personal letter advising them of the BWL's regrets
over the temporary power outage of November 15, which subjected customers to a
"boil water" advisory. The letter, dated November 20, 1992, thanks them for their
patience and understanding. Action steps outlined in the letter include (1) new
switching arrangement for the water pumps at the John Dye Conditioning Plant to
improve reliability of the backup circuits, (2) a new 1500-kilowatt backup generator,
(3) reviewing emergency procedures, and (4) investing $12 million in system
maintenance and $25 million in capital improvements this year. A point of view article
has been written in response to the LANSING STATE jouRNALIs November 17 editorial
on "Board must safeguard our water, lights." Mr. Pandy further reported that
approximately 75 claims have been submitted by BWL customers for various
equipment/appliances alleged damaged because of voltage conditions during the outage.
Risk Manager Jerry Blanchard is handling all claims.
Belle River Project Refunding Revenue Bonds 1992 Series A. The Michigan Public
Power Agency (MPPA) is in the process of refunding Belle River Revenue Bonds. The
refunding will include $44 million worth of bonds issued at rates of interest of 6.5% to
6.6% vs. the current 10% to 10-1/8%, plus $20 million of bonds were called early
using MPPA funds. The net present value of savings associated with lower interest
rates for 1993-2003 is $17 million of which $11 million is the BWL's share. This will
lower the cost of power immediately by $1 million each year beginning in 1993. The
Official Statement is being prepared and certification in connection with the issuance of
the Belle River Refunding Revenue Bonds is to be signed shortly. General Manager
Pandy noted that Belle River is a good deal, and the cost declines each time a portion
of MPPA's Belle River Project Revenue Bonds are refunded.
MMCG Interested in MECS's Economy Transactions. Assistant General Manager
Joseph Wolfe has been in communication with the Michigan Electric Coordinated
Systems (MECS) on behalf of the Michigan Municipal Cooperative Group (MMCG).
In essence Detroit Edison and Consumers Power Company--MECS members--operate
as a pool with a dispatch center in Ann Arbor. MMCG would like to become a full
participant in the MECS pool. MECS has formed a task force to consider MMCG's
membership.
Assignments of Coordinated Operating Agreements. The City of Holland and the
Michigan South Central Power Agency have been advised that Lansing Board of Water
and Light intends to assign its coordinated operating agreements to the MPPA Power
Pool. Under the terms of the MPPA Power Pool Agreement, the parties, including
Lansing, can no longer make separate transactions with third parties. All power sales
and purchases must be made through the Pool.
Christmas Lighting for Potter Park Zoo. The BWL is proceeding with Christmas
lighting at the Potter Park Zoo. Approximately $10,000 in materials and labor is being
provided by the BWL for this project.
1993 LPGA Oldsmobile Classic. Dates set for the 1993 LPGA Oldsmobile Classic
are: May 31 - June 6.
Commissioners to Meet Quarterly with City Council . The Board of Commissioners
met with the Mayor and Councilmembers on November 17 to discuss issues concerning
Belle River, Suburban Rates and Regionalization. General Manager Pandy noted that
additional information regarding Belle River and related topics were delivered to the
Councilmembers in response to questions raised at the meeting. Mr. Pandy reported
that at the Council's November 19 Committee of the Whole meeting, it was decided by
a 4-4 vote to continue the Mayor's ad hoc committee to evaluate the BWL's operations.
Council President Jim Crawford said he would recraft the ad hoc committee's mission
statement and take action after Thanksgiving. The Commissioners and
Councilmembers plan to meet quarterly at 5:30 p.m. on the following dates:
1993
Date Meeting Location
February 11 - City Council Conference Room
May 13 - BWL Board Room
August 12 - City Council Conference Room
November 18 - BWL Board Room
Evaluation of Impact of Lower Electricity Prices on the U. S. Economy and U. S.
Carbon Dioxide Emissions. General Manager Pandy handed out a copy of a report
entitled "Sustainable Development and Cheap Electricity," prepared by Mills.McCarthy
Associates, October, 1992. The report indicates that industrial, commercial, residential
sectors consumed 50% of their fuel as electricity; by the year 2010, over 63% of their
energy will be consumed as electricity. In 1970 only 32% of their energy consumption
was in the form of electricity. The analysis finds that lowering electricity costs to an
achievable national average of 5.9G/kWhr instead of 7.2C /kWhr would result in over
$1 trillion more economic activity in 2010.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Lloyd Teets of 116 E. Elm Street, Lansing, thanked General Manager Pandy for
meeting with him on November 11. Mr. Teets made reference to his letter to Mr.
Pandy, dated November 19, 1992, with a copy directed to the Board of
Commissioners, concerning a new dispute regarding a bad debted amount.
ADJOURNNUENT
On motion of Commissioner Christian, the Board adjourned at 6:00 p.m.
U 01A'Jwl�
Mary E ova, Secretary
Filed: December 1, 1992
Qat'r- . N au
I es D. Blair, City Clerk
134
MINUTES OF BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS' MEETING
LANSING BOARD OF WATER AND LIGHT
Tuesday, November 24, 1992
The Board of Commissioners met in regular session at 5:30 p.m, at the Main Office
Building, 123 W. Ottawa Street, Lansing, Michigan. The meeting was called to order
by Chairman Hassler.
Present: Commissioners Belen, Christian, Evans, Hassler, O'Leary, Sebolt,
Strolle, and Williams -8
The Secretary declared a quorum present.
General Manager Pandy, Secretary Sova and Staff members were present.
The Invocation was given by Chairman Hassler.
The Pledge of Allegiance was said by all.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
BY COMMISSIONER SEBOLT--
SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER WILLIAMS
That minutes of regular session of October 27, 1992 be approved as mailed.
Adopted unanimously.
PUBLIC CONIlVIENTS
CHAIRMAN HASSLER ANNOUNCED THAT MEMBERS OF THE PUBLIC WILL
BE AFFORDED THE OPPORTUNITY TO ADDRESS THE COMMISSIONERS
REGARDING ANY ITEM ON THE AGENDA AT THE TIME SUCH ITEM IS OPEN
FOR DISCUSSION BY THE COMMISSIONERS. ANYONE WISHING TO
COMMENT ON ANY MATTER NOT ON THE AGENDA MAY DO SO AT THIS
TIME OR IMMEDIATELY PRIOR TO ADJOURNMENT.
Lloyd Teets of 116 East Elm Street, Lansing, commented on his letter addressed to
General Manager Pandy, dated November 19, 1992. He directed a copy to each
Commissioner.
General Manager Pandy noted that a response has been mailed to Mr. Teets.
November 24, 199z 135
Chairman Hassler introduced Dr. Roland Strolle, a retired professor, who was in the
audience. Dr. Strolle is Commissioner John Strolle's father.
COMMUNICATIONS AND PETITIONS
A letter from Daniel Stouffer, President, Learning Care, Inc., Lansing, requesting BWL
support in developing a downtown child care program.
A response from General Manager Pandy was received. Mr. Stouffer's letter and Mr.
Pandy's response letter were acknowledged and placed on file.
CON M]=E OF THE WHOLE REPORT
November 24, 1992
Board of Commissioners
Board of Water and Light
Lansing, Michigan
The Committee of the Whole met on November 10, 1992 for discussion on the following
topics:
1. Board of Water and Light advertising program.
2. Joint meeting with City officials.
Present were Commissioners Hassler, Belen, Evans, O'Leary, Strolle and Christian.
Absent were Commissioners Sebolt and Williams.
Advertising Campaign: John Strickler, Director of Communications and Marketing,
presented an executive summary presentation of the planned Board of Water and Light
(BWL) advertising program. An ad campaign is to kick off during Public Power Week
on November 30 - December 5. The basic theme for the campaign is "Hometown
People. Hometown Power." The focus of the campaign will be to showcase the people
who work for the BWL and who represent the utility through volunteer services in the
community. The initial ads will highlight the BWL's centennial celebration of providing
Lansing customers with 100 years of electric service. The ad campaign will include
newspaper ads and several billboards featuring BWL employees on the job. A television
commercial will also be featured to reinforce the pride of the utility and its employees.
Joint Meeting with City Council and the Mayor: The Commissioners met to prepare
for their joint meeting with the City Council and the Mayor scheduled for November 17
at 5:30 p.m. at the University Club of MSU. The purpose of the joint forum is to
exchange information and to establish ongoing communication with City officials. The
Commissioners reviewed the seven issues outlined in Mayor McKane's memo to the
136 November 24, 1992
Board of Commissioners, dated October 30, 1992. If agreeable with the City Council
and the Mayor, the following issues regarding the BWL are to be prioritized and
addressed at a mutually acceptable time:
1. Employment
2. Belle River
3. Quality
4. Rates
5. Regulation
6. Suburban
7. Return on Equity
Respectfully submitted,
Phillip E. Hassler, Chairman
BY COMMISSIONER HASSLER--
SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER BELEN
That the Committee of the Whole Report be accepted as read.
Adopted unanimously.
137
November 24, 1992
Recommendations Board of Water and Light
of Director and Lansing, Michigan
General Manager
Dear Ladies and Gentlemen:
The following items are recommended for your approval:
ADMINISTRATIVE
Res. No. 92-11-1
That the Board approve Amendment No. 3 to C-7615 Transportation Contract with Norfolk
Southern Railroad (NS) and Grand Trunk Western Railway (GTW), subject to approval as
to form by the BWL's Legal Counsel. The amendment particulars are as follows:
1. The term of this agreement will be extended one (1) year, with an expiration date of
December 31, 1993.
2. Volume commitment shall be a minimum of 25,000 tons.
3. Rates to be the same as in CY '92 and will be held firm and free from escalation for the
entire amendment period.
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By amending this contract with Norfolk Southern and Grand Trunk Western, the BWL will
be able to maintain its broad base of potential Spot coal suppliers. This will ensure that Spot
coal competition is maximized.
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CORPORATE PLANNING
Res. No. 92-11-2
Recommend the property described below be declared surplus and sold to Charter Township
of Lansing for$1.00 and other consideration subject to approval of City Council as required
under Article 2, Section 5-203.3 of the Lansing City Charter and Charter Township of
Lansing granting an easement to BWL for operation and maintenance of existing utilities on
this property.
A parcel of land in the South 1/2 of Section 14, T4N, R2W, City of
Lansing, Ingham County, Michigan,particularly described as follows:
138 November 24, 1992
CORPORATE PLANNING (Continued)
(Res. No. 92-11-2)
Beginning at the Southwest corner of Lot 289, "Urbandale No. 1
Charter Township of Lansing,thence Easterly along the South line of
"Urbandale No. 1" to the West line of U.S. 127 a distance of 865 feet,
more or less; thence Southwesterly along the West line of U.S. 127
104 feet, more or less,to the North line of "Urbandale No. 2" at a
point 124.85 feet Easterly of the Northwest corner of Lot 553,
"Urbandale No. 2", thence Westerly along the North line of
"Urbandale No. 2" to the East line of Mifflin Street 841 feet, more or
less; thence Northeasterly along the East line of Mifflin Street 100
feet, more or less,to the point of beginning, containing 2 acres of
land, more or less, and subject to the rights of the public in Charles
Street and Detroit Street, and subject to any and all easements and
restrictions of record. This description is intended to describe the
land South of "Urbandale No. 1", North of "Urbandale No. 2", West
of U.S. 127, and East of Mifflin Street.
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The City of Lansing has requested that BWL sell this property to Charter Township of
Lansing for development, operation and maintenance of a neighborhood park as a
replacement site for a park which the township planned to develop on their property South
of Harton Street and East of Mifflin Street. The city requires the township's property for
construction of an equalization basin in conjunction with the Combined Sewer Overflow
Control Project. The township has agreed to the construction of the equalization basin if an
alternate site for the park is provided.
The township is granting an easement for access for operation and maintenance of existing
utilities and for protection of the two wells on the property. The sale of the property and its
development as a park will not interfere with the operation and maintenance of BWL
facilities.
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Respectfu ly submitted,
Joseph Pandy,Jr.
General Manager
JP/bb
November 24, 1992 139
ADDENDUM
November 24, 1992 Board Meeting
WATER
Res. No. 92-11-3
That the Board agree to contract with PROLIME Services for removal of
residual lime from the Filter Press for use in reclamation of their Beard Road
gravel pit, and authorize the General Manager and Corporate Secretary to sign
said agreement.
Further,that the Board authorize a Feasibility Study and Application for
Designation, at a cost of$15,000, to get the necessary DNR permits for this
reclamation project.
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This agreement will provide up to 50% of the production at the Filter Press on
an annual basis to PROLIME Services for use in their process of gravel pit
reclamation. The proposed contract would extend to June 30, 1998.
This contract will be in addition to the existing contract with Great
Lakes/Enviroland (GL/E),wherein residual lime is used as an agricultural soil
amendment. The GL/E contract extends to June 30, 1998, and guarantees a
minimum 50%of the Filter Press production.
The quote by PROLIME Services represents a 5%reduction in price from GL/E,
which will result in a savings of up to $10,588 in the first year, and$68,853 over
the term of the agreement. An alternate in the proposal will allow BWL forces
to haul the material to the Beard Road site,potentially at additional savings.
The fees associated with the Feasibility Study and the Application for
Designation will be fully rebated to the BWL at a rate of$3.00 per ton of
residual lime.
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140 November 24, 1992
BY COMMISSIONER SEBOLT--
SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER WILLIAMS
RESOLVED, That Resolution 92-11-1 (Administrative) of the General
Manager's Recommendations be approved.
Adopted unanimously.
BY COMMISSIONER SEBOLT--
SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER CHRISTIAN
RESOLVED, That Resolution 92-11-2 (Corporate Planning) of the General
Manager 's Recommendations be approved.
Commissioner Belen asked why the property was being sold to Lansing Township for
$1.00. General Manager Pandy responded that the sale was a gesture of the BWL's
cooperative spirit with the City of Lansing.
Adopted unanimously.
BY COMMISSIONER WILLIAMS--
SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER CHRISTIAN
RESOLVED, That Resolution 92-11-3 (Water Utility) of the General
Manager's Recommendations be approved.
Adopted unanimously.
GENERAL MANAGER'S REMARKS
General Manager Pandy reported on the following activities:
Electric Service Centennial Activities. The Board of Water and Light will be
observing its 100th birthday in the electric utility business the week of November 30.
An ad has been placed in the LANSING STATE JOURNAL, announcing the following
centennial activities:
November 30
■ Public Open House, Main Office Lobby
■ Official Lighting of Centennial Candles on Ottawa Station
■ Resolution before the Lansing City Council honoring Public Power
and the Electric Centennial
■ Lobby display of BWL artifacts, photographs, equipment will be
held all week.
December 5
■ Erickson Station Open House
■ 5 K competitive Run, Erickson Station Grounds
The Commissioners received a special centennial button commemorating the electric
utility's "100 years of Hometown Power." The BWL was founded in 1885 when
Lansing citizens approved a $100,000 bond issue to build a publicly owned water
works. The BWL entered the electric utility business December 1, 1892.
November 24, 199_ 141
APPA Human Resources Report Regarding Attempted Buyout of BWL. An article
which appeared in the American Public Power Association (APPA) Human Resources
Report (8:3) relative to UtiliCorp's proposed buyout of the BWL was handed out.
Human Resources Director Mark Vander Jagt, with input from Communications &
Marketing John Strickler, wrote the informative story on "Loyal employees help avert
buyout of Lansing Utility." Union workers and non-bargaining employees joined
together to let City Council and the public know that a proposed sale was not in the
best interest of the citizens.
Increase in Number of Sick Hours Used. A tabulation was handed out indicating an
increase in the number of sick hours used during the first four months of this fiscal year
compared to last year. The sick leave comparison showed an increase of 15.52 percent
during the months of July and September. The stress caused by the attempted buyout
of the BWL is believed to have contributed to the increased number of sick hours used.
John Strickler named Vice Chair of APPA's Energy/Customer Services &
Communications Section. Director of Communications and Marketing John Strickler
was elected Vice Chair of APPA's Energy/Customer Services & Communications
Section at the association's 1992 Energy/Customer Services & Communications
Workshop, held in October.
Thank You Letter From the Lansing School District. A copy of a thank you letter
from Mike Beach, Electrical Supervisor of the Lansing School District, was handed
out. Mr. Beach extended the school district's appreciation for the newly completed
lighting project at Everett High School. BWL employees who were directly involved
with the project were acknowledged.
Erickson Station Superheat Tube Failure. Due to a superheat tube leak, Erickson
Station was out for a few days as of Sunday morning, November 22. The unit was
repaired and will be back on line Wednesday, November 25. Mr. Pandy noted that the
superheat tube was scheduled for a routine 18-month maintenance checkup in April,
1993. Coincidentally, Belle River also experienced a tube leak at the same time. The
concurrent tube leaks resulted in Eckert Station having to run available generation to
get by on Sunday and Monday. General Manager Pandy noted that this incident
illustrates the need for Eckert Station plus additional capacity in certain situations.
Status on November 15 System Outage. General Manager Pandy reported that all
BWL customers will be receiving a personal letter advising them of the BWL's regrets
over the temporary power outage of November 15, which subjected customers to a
"boil water" advisory. The letter, dated November 20, 1992, thanks them for their
patience and understanding. Action steps outlined in the letter include (1) new
switching arrangement for the water pumps at the John Dye Conditioning Plant to
improve reliability of the backup circuits, (2) a new 1500-kilowatt backup generator,
(3) reviewing emergency procedures, and (4) investing $12 million in system
maintenance and $25 million in capital improvements this year. A point of view article
has been written in response to the LANSING STATE JOURNAL's November 17 editorial
on "Board must safeguard our water, lights." Mr. Pandy further reported that
approximately 75 claims have been submitted by BWL customers for various
equipment/appliances alleged damaged because of voltage conditions during the outage.
Risk Manager Jerry Blanchard is handling all claims.
142 November 24, 1992
Belle River Project Refunding Revenue Bonds, 1992 Series A. The Michigan Public
Power Agency (MPPA) is in the process of refunding Belle River Revenue Bonds. The
refunding will include $44 million worth of bonds issued at rates of interest of 6.5% to
6.6% vs. the current 10% to 10-1/8%, plus $20 million of bonds were called early
using MPPA funds. The net present value of savings associated with lower interest
rates for 1993-2003 is $17 million of which $11 million is the BWL's share. This will
lower the cost of power immediately by $1 million each year beginning in 1993. The
Official Statement is being prepared and certification in connection with the issuance of
the Belle River Refunding Revenue Bonds is to be signed shortly. General Manager
Pandy noted that Belle River is a good deal, and the cost declines each time a portion
of MPPA's Belle River Project Revenue Bonds are refunded.
MMCG Interested in MECS's Economy Transactions. Assistant General Manager
Joseph Wolfe has been in communication with the Michigan Electric Coordinated
Systems (MECS) on behalf of the Michigan Municipal Cooperative Group (MMCG).
In essence Detroit Edison and Consumers Power Company--MECS members--operate
as a pool with a dispatch center in Ann Arbor. MMCG would like to become a full
participant in the MECS pool. MECS has formed a task force to consider MMCG's
membership.
Assignments of Coordinated Operating Agreements. The City of Holland and the
Michigan South Central Power Agency have been advised that Lansing Board of Water
and Light intends to assign its coordinated operating agreements to the MPPA Power
Pool. Under the terms of the MPPA Power Pool Agreement, the parties, including
Lansing, can no longer make separate transactions with third parties. All power sales
and purchases must be made through the Pool.
Christmas Lighting for Potter Park Zoo. The BWL is proceeding with Christmas
lighting at the Potter Park Zoo. Approximately $10,000 in materials and labor is being
provided by the BWL for this project.
1993 LPGA Oldsmobile Classic. Dates set for the 1993 LPGA Oldsmobile Classic
are: May 31 - June 6.
Commissioners to Meet Quarterly with City Council . The Board of Commissioners
met with the Mayor and Councilmembers on November 17 to discuss issues concerning
Belle River, Suburban Rates and Regionalization. General Manager Pandy noted that
additional information regarding Belle River and related topics were delivered to the
Councilmembers in response to questions raised at the meeting. Mr. Pandy reported
that at the Council's November 19 Committee of the Whole meeting, it was decided by
a 4-4 vote to continue the Mayor's ad hoc committee to evaluate the BWL's operations.
Council President Jim Crawford said he would recraft the ad hoc committee's mission
statement and take action after Thanksgiving. The Commissioners and
Councilmembers plan to meet quarterly at 5:30 p.m. on the following dates:
1993
Date Meeting Location
February 11 - City Council Conference Room
May 13 - BWL Board Room
August 12 - City Council Conference Room
November 18 - BWL Board Room
November 24, 199� 143
Evaluation of Impact of Lower Electricity Prices on the U. S. Economy and U. S.
Carbon Dioidde Emissions. General Manager Pandy handed out a copy of a report
entitled "Sustainable Development and Cheap Electricity," prepared by Mills.McCarthy
Associates, October, 1992. The report indicates that industrial, commercial, residential
sectors consumed 50% of their fuel as electricity; by the year 2010, over 63% of their
energy will be consumed as electricity. In 1970 only 32% of their energy consumption
was in the form of electricity. The analysis finds that lowering electricity costs to an
achievable national average of 5.9C/kWhr instead of 7.2c /kWhr would result in over
$1 trillion more economic activity in 2010.
PUBLIC CONEVIENTS
Lloyd Teets of 116 E. Elm Street, Lansing, thanked General Manager Pandy for
meeting with him on November 11. Mr. Teets made reference to his letter to Mr.
Pandy, dated November 19, 1992, with a copy directed to the Board of
Commissioners, concerning a new dispute regarding a bad debted amount.
ADTOURNA ENT
On motion of Commissioner Christian, the Board adjourned at 6:00 p.m.
Mary E ova, Secretary
Filets: December 1, 1992
James D. Blair, City Clerk
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M NUTES OF BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS' MEETING
LANSING BOARD OF WATER AND LIGHT
Tuesday, October 27, 1992
The Board of Commissioners met in regular session at 5:30 p.m, at the Main Office
Building, 123 W. Ottawa Street, Lansing, Michigan. The meeting was called to order
by Chairman Hassler.
Present: Commissioners Belen, Christian, Evans, Hassler, O'Leary, Sebolt,
Strolle, and Williams -8
The Secretary declared a quorum present.
General Manager Pandy, Secretary Sova and Staff members were present.
The Invocation was given by Chairman Hassler.
The Pledge of Allegiance was said by all.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
BY COMMISSIONER SEBOLT--
SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER WILLIAMS
That minutes of regular session of September 29, 1992 be approved as
mailed.
Adopted unanimously.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
CHAIRMAN HASSLER ANNOUNCED THAT MEMBERS OF THE PUBLIC WILL
BE AFFORDED THE OPPORTUNITY TO ADDRESS THE COMMISSIONERS
REGARDING ANY ITEM ON THE AGENDA AT THE TIME SUCH ITEM IS OPEN
FOR DISCUSSION BY THE COMMISSIONERS. ANYONE WISHING TO
COMMENT ON ANY MATTER NOT ON THE AGENDA MAY DO SO AT THIS
TIME OR IMMEDIATELY PRIOR TO ADJOURNMENT.
No persons spoke.
124 October 27, 1992
COMNVIUI MATIONS
Letter from Guillermo "Chuco" Velasquez, Executive Director, Midwest Hispanic
Institute, requesting monetary support in underwriting their effort to assemble 3,000
students from across the State of Michigan on November 11, 1992 to view the film
"Stand and Deliver." The star of the film and drug abuse advocate, Edward James
Olmos, will be the guest speaker.
Referred to the General Manager.
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE REPORT
October 27, 1992
Board of Commissioners
Board of Water and Light
Lansing, Michigan
The Committee of the Whole met on October 13, 1992 to discuss the following:
1. City's decision relative to the sale of the BWL.
2. Communicating and clarifying issues of concern to the City.
Present were Commissioners Williams (Chair Pro Tem), Hassler, Sebolt, Belen, Evans,
O'Leary, Strolle and Christian.
Following discussion, the Committee of the Whole adopted the following resolution and
recommends Board approval:
Resolution 92-10-1
Resolution in Response to City of Lansing's Decision
to Discontinue Discussions Re arg ding
the Sale of the Board of Water and Light
WHEREAS, The City Council passed Resolution #553 on October 12,
1992, to discontinue all current discussions regarding the sale of the Board
of Water and Light; and
WHEREAS, The Board of Water and Light Commissioners met on
October 13, 1992 to discuss the intent of the City Council resolution; and
WHEREAS, The Commissioners wish to ensure that an ongoing and
mutually beneficial dialogue over issues of concern be established between
the Board of Water and Light, the Mayor and the City Council; and
October 27, 1992 125
WHEREAS, The Board of Commissioners shares with the Mayor and
City Council the goal of providing service that best serves the interests of
the citizens of Lansing; and
WHEREAS, It is the understanding of the Board of Commissioners that
the Mayor may revise the Mission Statement of his Advisory Committee
to focus on analyzing the current operations of the Board of Water and
Light.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, That a joint forum be proposed
between the Board of Commissioners, the Mayor and the City Council at
a mutually agreeable date to discuss issues raised by the City; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That joint meetings between the Board of
Water and Light and the City become an established means of ongoing
communication for the sharing of information; and
BE IT FINALLY RESOLVED, That the Mayor is urged to give the
Commissioners an opportunity to address issues of concern to the City
prior to any issuance of a revised Mission Statement.
Respectfully submitted:
By the Committee of the Whole
Comm issioners:
Phillip E. Hassler Dr. Eva L. Evans
Jack R. Sebolt David O'Leary
Gerald W. Williams R. John Strolle
Sister Mary Janice Belen, R.S.M. Ernest J. Christian
BY COMMISSIONER WILLIAMS--
SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER BELEN
That the Committee of the Whole Report including the Resolution in
Response to City of Lansing's Decision to Discontinue Discussions
Regarding the Sale of the Board of Water and Light (92-10-1) be adopted
as presented.
Adopted unanimously.
126 October 27, 1992
Recommendations Board of Water and bight
of Director and Lansing, Michigan
General Manager
Dear Ladies and Gentlemen:
The following items are recommended for your approval:
ADMINISTRATIVE
Res. No. 92-10-2
It is recommended that the Board adopt a Corporate Records Policy Statement to
identify, maintain, and safeguard records required for the conduct of the company's
business.
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The objective of this policy is to identify, maintain, safeguard, and dispose of
records in the normal course of business; to ensure prompt and accurate retrieval of
records; and to ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
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Res. No. 92-10-3
That the Board award a two year purchase order to Benetech, Inc. to provide freeze
conditioning services for all BWL contract coals. The purchase order particulars are
as follows:
1. The purchase order covers the freeze conditioning seasons for FY'93 and FY
'94.
2. The purchase order utilizes the BWL proven method of application that is
weather forecast dependent, BWL controlled and accountable, and uses
today's best chemistry to maximize the effectiveness of treatment and to
minimize costs.
3. The purchase order contains provisions for termination upon lack of
performance and/or cooperation.
4. Pricing to be as follows:
a) Side Release Agent, BT-944, at$0.91/gallon.
Last year's cost was $2.05/gallon.
b) Body Feed, BT-914, t$0.77/gallon.
Last year's cost was $1.15/gallon.
c) Application fee: $12.00/hour.
Last year's cost was $10.00/hour.
The above pricing will remain in effect and firm for the FY '93 and FY '94 seasons.
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October 27, 1992 127
ADMINISTRATIVE (Continued)
(Res. No. 92-10-3)
By entering into this agreement with Benetech, Inc.,the BWL will further reduce its
freeze conditioning costs, and maintain its low incidence of coal that could not be
unloaded. (See memo dated 10/12/92 attached)
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COMMUNICATIONS AND MARKETING
Res. No. 92-10-4
Authorize$16,000 to Market Strategies, Inc. to conduct semi-annual customer
attitude survey. The survey is used to determine the perception of residential
customers toward the BWL and its services, and to measure performance of certain
communications programs and customer satisfaction for the Share the Success
Program.
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Beginning with the 1993 fiscal year, we are conducting two surveys annually for
approximately the same cost of a single survey. This gives us an opportunity to
more frequently guage where we are in the eyes of our customers without single
events impacting the outcome of the survey. The cost of conducting each survey is
reduced by interviewing 400 customers rather than 600, and by reducing the
questionnaire length by approximately 40 questions.
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CORPORATE PLANNING
Res. No. 92-10-5
It is recommended that a purchase order be issued to ASEA Brown Boveri-
Automated Distribution Division (ABB-ADD), Raleigh, North Carolina, in the
amount not to exceed$30,000,to provide a 15 year small area forecast in accordance
with their proposal dated October 5, 1992 and supplementary letter dated October
15, 1992.
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This project is being recommended for the following reasons:
1. A small area forecast is a requirement for the upcoming electric
Transmission and Distribution 15 Year Plan scheduled to be completed in
fiscal year 1993.
2. The need for assistance to develop a new forecast at this time due to other
scheduled projects.
This is intended to be a sole source because BWL's present small area forecasting
model is propriety to ABB-ADD.
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128 October 27, 1992
HUMAN RESOURCES
Res. No. 92-10-6
That Patrick Harte, an Equipment Mechanic for Fleet Services,be awarded a total of
$243.30 for suggestion proposal number 1992-140,to provide plastic-coated
worksheets for mechanics to fill out necessary information for preventive
maintenance program more efficiently.
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By implementing this proposal,it is estimated that the BWL will realize a net
savings of$1,683 in the first year.
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Res. No. 92-10-7
That Curtis Jackson, a Coal Operator A for Coal Handling, be awarded a total of$75
for suggestion proposal number 1990-158,to install new rail switches at Eckert
Station with individual heating units for each switch.
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By implementing this proposal,it is estimated that the BWL will realize a net
savings of$300 in the first year.
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Res. No. 92-10-8
That Connie Janetzke, a Staff Specialist for Fleet Services,be awarded a total of
$180 for suggestion proposal number 1992-198,to change oil waste disposal vendors
to CF Waste Oil Service to accrue savings through lower disposal costs.
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By implementing this proposal, it is estimated that the BWL will realize a net
savings of$1,050 in the first year.
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Res. No. 92-10-9
That Rodney Jones, a Steam Production Operator at Moores Park Operations, be
awarded a total of$223.60 for suggestion proposal number 1992-205,to plug hose
into end of flyash transport line or install central stand pipe in plant on each floor to
eliminate time consuming task of running hose from Vacuum truck when cleaning
ash from inside boilers.
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By implementing this proposal, it is estimated that the BWL will realize a net
savings of$1,486 in the first year.
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HUMAN RESOURCES (Continued)
Res. No. 92-10-10
That Cezar Libiran, an Instrument and Control Technician for Water Production
Maintenance, and William Grice, an Instrument Control Specialist for Eckert Station
Maintenance, be awarded a total of$935 to be split equally for their suggestion
proposal number 1992-225,to construct a portable crane and hoist mechanism to
reduce labor when assembling or removing Ledeux Bell mercury-based flow
transmitters.
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By implementing this proposal, it is estimated that the BWL will realize a net
savings of$8,600 in the first year.
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PENSION
Res. No. 92-10-11
That William R. Goedert, Electric System Operator C at BESOC, be placed on a
disability pension of$1,175.79 per month effective October 1, 1992. He has
selected Option IV with the provision that after his death, if his wife, Katherine A.
Goedert, survives him she will receive $1,175.79 per month for the rest of her life as
provided under Option IV. If his wife predeceases him, the pension amount of
$1,175.79 will revert back to$1,348.14 for the rest of his life.
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Mr. Goedert has worked for the BWL for 25.13 years and is 50 years of age.
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Respectfull submitted,
Joseph Pandy,Jr.
General Manager
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130 October 27, 1992
BY COMMISSIONER SEBOLT--
SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER WILLIAMS
RESOLVED, That Resolutions 92-10-2 and 92-10-3 (Administrative) of the
General Manager's Recommendations be approved.
Adopted unanimously.
BY COMMISSIONER WILLIAMS--
SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER CHRISTIAN
RESOLVED, That Resolution 92-10-4 (Communications/ Marketing) of the
General Manager's Recommendations be approved.
Adopted unanimously.
BY COMMISSIONER WILLIAMS--
SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER BELEN
RESOLVED, That Resolutions 92-10-5 (Corporate Planning) of the General
Manager's Recommendations be approved.
Adopted unanimously.
BY COMMISSIONER SEBOLT--
SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER BELEN
RESOLVED, That Resolutions 92-10-6 through 92-10-10 (Human Resources),
respectively, of the General Manager's Recommendations be approved.
Adopted unanimously.
BY COMMISSIONER WILLIAMS--
SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER SEBOLT
RESOLVED, That Resolution 92-10-11 (Pension) of the General Manager's
Recommendations be approved.
Adopted unanimously.
GENERAL AfA TAGERIS REMARKS
General Manager Pandy reported on the following activities:
October 27, 1992 131
Electric Centennial Cele Lion. The BWL will mark its 100th year of serving electricity to
the Lansing area on December 1, 1992. Recognition from the American Public Power
Association (APPA) has been received. The Mayor, City Councilmembers and other officials
will be invited to participate in the kickoff. The celebration will begin the week of November
30 - December 5, 1992. Electric centennial activities include:
® Parade of employees dressed in 1892 period costumes through BWL
Office Building - 11/30/92 and 12/1/92
® Official lighting of centennial candles on Ottawa Station - 11/30/92
® Resolution before the Lansing City Council honoring Public Power and
Electric Centennial - 11/30/92
® Main Office Lobby display of BWL artifacts and equipment - week of
11/30/92
5 Public Open douse at Erickson Station - 12/5/92
General Manager Pandy noted that in 1985, the BWL officially celebrated it's 100-year
centennial (1885-1985). The BWL has been involved in the water business for 107 years and
is now completing its 100th year in the electric business (1892-1992).
The EnergyPolicy Act of 1992. General Manager Pandy reported that on October 8, 1992,
the Senate passed the final Conference Report on H.R. 776, "The Energy Policy Act of 1992".
The following provisions of key interest to public power entities were highlighted:
® Transmission Access. Significant and positive changes to the Federal Power
Act concerning transmission access were adopted by the Congress. The
legislation includes the following provisions:
Persons Obligated to feel -- FERC's authority to order
transmission ser r ices applies to any electric utility (including
consumer-owned electric utilities), qualifying cogeneration or
small power production facility, or federal power marketing
agency with wholesale transmission facilities.
_Pricing -- Requires FERC to set rates for transmission services
at "rates, charges, terms, and conditions which permit the
recovery by such utility of all the costs incurred in connection
with the transmission services and necessary associated services,
including, but not limited to, an appropriate share, if any of
legitimate, verifiable economic costs, including taking into
account any benefit to the transmission system of providing
transmission service, and of the cost of any enlargement of
transmission facilities. Such rates, charges, terms, and
conditions shall promote the economically efficient transmission
and generation of electricity and shall be just and reasonable, and
not unduly discriminatory or preferential."
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° PUHCA Reform: Amendments to the Public Utility Holding Act also were
approved by the Congress. PUHCA was amended to permit entities known as
"exempt wholesale generators" to generate and sell power at wholesale free
from the Act's restriction on corporate structure. Self dealing on power sales is
allowed, but state commissions must first approve the sale.
® Electric and Magnetic Fields Research Program. Authorizes $65 million,
over five years, to create a nationally coordinated research and information
dissemination program on electric and magnetic fields (EMF).
° Conservation debate Provisions. The bill excludes from a customer's gross
income conservation rebates given by utilities for the purchase or installation of
any energy conservation measure.
® Renewables. Renewable Energy Production incentive -- Conferees reinstated a
provision directing the Department of Energy to make, subject to
appropriations, renewable energy production incentive payments to qualifying
renewable energy projects owned or operated by public power systems and rural
electric cooperatives.
° Electric Vehicles. The legislation authorizes a multi-year $150 million
comprehensive program of electric vehicle research, development, and
demonstration activities, as well as programs for development and
demonstration of needed infrastructure. The bill also provides tax incentives for
electric vehicles and related refueling property. Moreover, the legislation
requires companies engaged in production, storage, refining, distribution, or
sales of alternative fuels (including municipal electric utilities) to phase in
alternative fuel fleet vehicles, beginning with 30 percent in 1996 and increasing
to 90 percent in 1999.
° Integrated Resource Planning. The bill imposes certain integrated resource
planning (IRP) requirements. State utility commissions, consumer-owned
utilities with annual retail sales in excess of 500 million kilowatt-hours (kWH)
and the Tennessee Malley Authority (TVA) must consider a new integrated
resource planning standard pursuant to the consideration requirement of the
Public Utility Regulatory Policies Act.
° PURPA-based IRP Requirements. The Public Utility Regulatory Policies Act
(PURPA) is amended to include an IRP standard for all "non-regulated" electric
utilities with annual retail sales in excess of 500 million kWH. PUCs and large
non-regulated utilities are required to consider and decide in a public session
whether to implement IRP. They can consider and reject IRP and still comply
with this requirement, as long as public participation is allowed in the decision-
making process. About 130 publicly owned power systems (not including rural
electric cooperatives) exceed the 500 million kWH PURPA threshold.
° Nuclear Power. The Conference agreement includes language to streamline the
nuclear licensing process.
October 27, 1992 133
■ Energy Efficiency. The bill would establish mandatory energy efficiency
standards for incandescent and fluorescent lamps, electric motors, utility
transformers, and heating and cooling equipment for commercial buildings.
■ Miscellaneous Research and Development. The bill establishes research and
development programs for a broad range of energy technologies, including electric
heating and cooling technologies, and electrically powered vehicles.
Pension Fund Custody Services. On October 22, Treasurer/Controller Dana Tousley mailed
requests for proposals to provide custody services for the BWL Pension Fund. The BWL will
continue to manage the day-today operations of the Pension Fund. Custodial services would
include: (a) the safekeeping of securities, (b) collect interest, maturities, and dividends, (c) settle
security transactions, (d) notify the BWL of mergers, exchanges, stock dividends and stock splits,
(e) provide monthly account statements, and other related custodial requirements.
Electric Vehicle Charging System. General Manager Pandy reported that additional meetings
have been held with people from Hughes Power Control Systems, a subsidiary of General
Motors, with respect to Electric Vehicle charging equipment. Hughes, in association with GM, is
moving forward with the development of technological solutions for charging the battery system.
Transparencies were displayed showing how the inductive charging system works. Hughes' wide
range of chargers and specifications were reviewed. The batteries are to be manufactured by the
Delco Plant in Anderson, Indiana and the Electric Vehicles will be assembled in Lansing at the
former Reatta Plant on West Saginaw Street, Lansing Township. This venture is expected to
bring in approximately 6MW of electric business to the BWL. Mr. Pandy noted that it will take a
consortium of businesses, industrial, governmental and educational groups to assure the success
of Lansing being a model city for Electric Vehicles. The BWL has submitted a request for two or
three of the early models that are being allocated to utilities.
COABUSSIONERS° REMARKS
Commissioner Williams inquired if a response has been received to the Board's letter to the
Mayor and the City Council, dated October 15, 1992, relative to the City's decision to
discontinue any and all current discussions regarding the sale of the BWL. Commissioner Hassler
responded that this matter will be a topic for discussion by the Councilmembers at their
Committee of the Whole meeting on October 29.
ADJOURNMENT
On motion of Commissioner Christian, the Board adjourned at 6:00 p.m.
Mary E. S a, Secretary
Filed: October 29, 1992
James D. Blair, City Clerk
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MINUTES OF BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS' MEETING
LANSING BOARD OF WATER AND LIGHT
Tuesday, September 29, 1992
The Board of Commissioners met in rescheduled regular session at 5:30 p.m, at the
Main Office Building, 123 W. Ottawa Street, Lansing, Michigan. The meeting was
called to order by Chairman Hassler.
Present: Commissioners Belen, Christian, Hassler, O'Leary, Sebolt,
Strolle, and Williams -7
Absent: Commissioner Evans -1
The Secretary declared a quorum present.
General Manager Pandy, Secretary Sova and Staff members were present. c -
The Invocation was given by Chairman Hassler.
The Pledge of Allegiance was said by all.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
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BY COMMISSIONER SEBOLT-- cr,
SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER STROLLE i
That minutes of regular session of August 25, 1992 be approved as mailed.
Adopted unanimously.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
CHAIRMAN HASSLER ANNOUNCED THAT MEMBERS OF THE PUBLIC WILL
BE AFFORDED THE OPPORTUNITY TO ADDRESS THE COMMISSIONERS
REGARDING ANY ITEM ON THE AGENDA AT THE TIME SUCH ITEM IS OPEN
FOR DISCUSSION BY THE COMMISSIONERS. ANYONE WISHING TO
COMMENT ON ANY MATTER NOT ON THE AGENDA MAY DO SO AT THIS
TIME OR IMMEDIATELY PRIOR TO ADJOURNMENT.
Lloyd Teets of 116 East Elm Street, Lansing, stated he was displeased with the changes
made to the BWL's Dispute and Hearing Procedure, adopted by the Board on August
25, 1992. He said he has no choice but to redress this matter in a court of law.
104 September 29, 1992
COMMUNICATIONS AND PETITIONS
A letter from Mr. and Mrs. John Rossi, Lansing, expressing concern over the potential
sale of the BWL to a non-Michigan based company. They emphasized the negative
impact the sale would have on BWL customers and the Lansing community.
Referred to the General Manager for response.
A copy of a letter directed to the Board from Charles R. Fricke, Chairman of the Board
of Commissioners, Michigan Public Power Agency (MPPA), Lansing, to Mayor Terry
McKane was acknowledged. Mr. Fricke expressed MPPA's concern over the BWL's
sell-out consideration, and pointed out the immediate and future impact this would have
on MPPA.
Received and placed on file.
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE REPORT
September 29, 1992
Board of Commissioners
Board of Water and Light
Lansing, Michigan
The Committee of the Whole met on September 15, 1992 to receive staff presentations
on the following items:
1. Water Regionalization Study
2. Belle River Task Force Report
3. Ottawa Station Alternatives
4. Litigation (closed session)
Present were Commissioners Belen, Christian, Evans, Hassler, Strolle, Williams (Chair
Pro Tem). Absent were Commissioners O'Leary and Sebolt.
Water Regionalization Study
Ms. Sue McCormick, Manager of Water and Steam Planning, highlighted the
conclusions of the final draft report of the Tri-County Regional Water Feasibility Study,
conducted by Burns & McDonnell, consulting engineers. This study was prepared for
the Tri-County Regional Planning Commission. The purpose of the study was to
identify a cost-effective and technically feasible regional water supply and distribution
concept which meets the water supply needs of the Tri-County area through the year
2020. Five regional water supply alternatives that can meet future softened water supply
and regulatory demands were evaluated. The analysis shows that the five alternatives
have similar cost levels and all are less costly than Alternative VI, based on each
individual water supply system providing softened water to their customers by
constructing new or expanding their existing facility. Graphs and tables were exhibited
showing the results of the following segments of the study:
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1. Projected service area population.
2. Growth potential in individual areas.
3. Projected service area population summary.
4. Projected Service area water demand (average day and maximum
day).
5. Existing and proposed plant capacities (five alternatives spelled out).
6. Three primary areas for raw water development identified.
7 Proposed year for water systems to join a regional system (for cost
comparisons).
8. Capital and O&M cost phasing plan - net present value summary for
all six alternatives.
9. Alternative III phasing plan (provides an advantage in the first 8-10
years).
10 Regionalization advantages.
11 Legal, fiscal and administrative analysis - enabling statute schemes.
12 Governance options in coordinating a regional system.
This update was to advise the Board of Commissioners that preliminary results of the
study indicate a regional approach to water supply development is feasible. The report
and its conclusions will be finalized in approximately one month at which time the
conclusions will be presented to community leaders to review their options. This report
was presented for information only. No action is required.
Belle River Task Force Report
Mr. Jack Hill, Manager of Eckert Station, presented an overview of the results of the
Electric Utility Task Force on Humanistic Issues Involving Belle River. The task,force
charge was to develop an action plan that minimizes the impact on Electric Utility
employees while maintaining useful productivity during the mid-1990's as Belle River
power is phased in. It was pointed out that Eckert Station is and always will be an
essential component of the Board of Water and Light. In the past, Eckert Station has
accounted for 56.7 percent of the total electric generation. By FY 1995, Belle River is
projected to account for 45.2 percent of the total net electric generation, and Eckert
Station's generation make-up is forecasted at 12.6 percent. A series of exhibits were
displayed detailing the results of the task force report. The task force confirms that the
following changes will need to be made:
■ Implement modified lay-up approach
■ Reduce Electric Utility personnel by attrition/retirements
■ Establish a capacity/labor pool RA (responsibility area)
■ Increase labor utilization on capital projects with surplus labor
■ Begin negotiations with the IBEW on the following issues:
- Work rule changes (unit configurations)
- Utilization of operators with journeypersons
- Development/Utilization of multi-skilled employees
- Establish a three (3) operating classification at Eckert
The BWL's commitment to treat its employees fairly and humanely was emphasized.
It was pointed out that three additional task forces were formed to work out the details of
the transition. All previous Belle River task force reports are being consolidated into
one comprehensive report with specific implementation schedules and financial impacts.
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The Task Force on Humanistic Issues involving Belle River concluded that commitment
to the following requirements is necessary for success and to provide meaningful work
for the anticipated 26 excess positions affected by Belle River through the year 1995:
■ Broaden work rule flexibility
■ Promote a positive employee attitude
■ Supply quality training programs
■ Utilize in-house labor
This report was presented to the Committee of the Whole for information only. No
action was required.
Ottawa Station Alternatives
Ottawa Station is scheduled to be retired as an electric generating station at the end of
this calendar year. Over the past year, the Ottawa Shutdown Task Force has been
reviewing the future and options of Ottawa Station. Mr. Roger Ophaug, Director of
Corporate Planning presented one of the potential alternatives. A proposal has been
submitted by Resource Energy Company (RENCO) and AES, Inc. (AES) to conduct a
feasibility study to determine if it would be technically, economically, and
environmentally feasible to convert, modify, repower, or resume the generation of
electricity at Ottawa Station on a privately financed basis.
RENCO is a Michigan firm involved in cogeneration and alternative energy projects.
AES is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia.
A tour of Ottawa Station was provided to representatives of RENCO and AES on August
12, 1992, at which time the status of the Ottawa Station was reviewed including the
following:
■ Retirement schedule
■ Environmental
■ Equipment Condition
■ Downtown river front location
■ Lack of electric transmission access
■ Steam distribution center operation
■ Electric distribution center operation
RENCO and AES are making preliminary investigations and evaluations of potential
projects to generate electric power in Michigan in preparation to responding to a request
for proposal (RFP) which Consumers Power Company (CPCo) is expected to release
this year for future power supply in accordance with the Michigan Public Service
Commission order. Their interest would be in repowering Ottawa Station as a coal or
gas fired cogeneration facility with BWL wheeling electric power to CPCo and the BWL
being a potential purchaser of steam. There are avenues available to independent power
producers for the production and sale of power that are not available to municipal
utilities. The cogeneration potential is a plus and is a requirement to be a qualified
facility.
September 29, 1992 107
The following list of feasibility study options and constraints are to be explored in the
evaluation:
1. Lease of existing facilities.
2. Joint venture with BWL.
3. BWL operate and maintain facilities.
4. BWL have rights to the capacity and ownership at some future
predetermined date(s).
5. If converted to gas firing, gas supply main to be a captive gas main
dedicated to the station.
6. Availability of steam supply at BWL pressure/temperatures and at a
competitive cost with other energy sources.
7. The EPA Consent Order requires written approval to operate boilers
3, 4 and 5 beyond December 31, 1992. Any request to extend
operation should be submitted with documentation on or before
October 30, 1992.
S. 1990 Clean Air Act Amendment impact and evaluation of "opt-in"
provision.
9. The existing 2500 KW turbine generator, the steam distribution center
and the electric distribution center facilities at Ottawa Station will
continue to be operated and maintained by BWL.
10. BWL has salvaged and anticipates further salvage of equipment and
associated plant equipment for use at other facilities.
11. Other options and/or constraints may be identified and defined during
the feasibility study.
Background information on the AES Corporation was given, including plant locations.
A draft of the Feasibility Study Terms and Conditions as submitted by RENCO and AES
was reviewed by the Commissioners.
Following a lengthy discussion, the Committee of the Whole adopted the following
resolution and recommends Board approval:
Resolution 92-9-1
Ottawa Station - Feasibility Study
to be Performed by Resource Energy Company and AES, Inc.
RESOLVED, That the General Manager be authorized to sign the Feasibility
Study proposal submitted by Resource Energy Company and AES, Inc.
under the terms and conditions outlined in the draft proposal provided to the
Commissioners. The study will review the potential of generating electric
power at the BWL's Ottawa Station on a privately financed basis. The study
will be performed at no expense to the BWL and is expected to be
completed within two months.
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Mayor's Advisory Committee
on the Future of the Board of Water and Light
General Manager Pandy briefed the Commissioners on the membership of Mayor
McKane's Advisory Committee on the future of the BWL. The Committee members are
as follows:
Councilmember Lucile E. Belen
Councilmember Robert L. Brockwell
Councilmember Mark H. Canady
Mr. Charles M. Creamer, Chairperson
Mr. Manuel F. Delgado
Ms. Mary M. Murphy-Woll
BWL Commissioner Phillip E. Hassler
BWL Commissioner Jack R. Sebolt
BWL Commissioner R. John Strolle
The mission of the Mayor's Advisory Committee is "to assess the overall economic
benefit and potential for improving the quality of life of Lansing's citizens from the
conversion of the Board of Water and Light (BWL) from a publicly to a privately owned
utility. The Committee shall gather all appropriate information necessary to determine
whether the City should continue to explore the viability of the potential sale of the BWL
to Utilicorp United, Inc..." The Advisory Committee's first meeting is scheduled to be
held September 23, 1992. Upon completion of the process, the Advisory Committee is
to issue a written report with their recommendations to the Mayor no later than
December 15, 1992, for his consideration and action.
Following discussion, the Committee of the Whole adopted the following resolution and
recommends Board approval:
Resolution 92-9-2
Resolution Concerning the Future
of the Board of Water and Light
WHEREAS, the City of Lansing has been approached by Utilicorp United
to consider a proposal for acquisition of the Board of Water and Light; and
WHEREAS, the Mayor and City Council President have requested that the
Board of Water and Light provide information requested by Utilicorp
United; and
WHEREAS, the Board of Water and Light, in a spirit of cooperation and
communication with the City of Lansing, has provided the requested
information; and
WHEREAS, the Mayor has designated an Advisory Committee representing
the City Council, BWL Commissioners and citizens to determine whether
the City should continue to explore the viability of the potential sale of the
BWL to Utilicorp United, Inc.; and
WHEREAS, the Board of Water and Light Commissioners wish to reaffirm
their responsibilities under the City Charter for the provision of utility
services in a manner consistent with the best practices;
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NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Water and
Light Commissioners do hereby reaffirm the Lansing Board of Water and
Light Mission Statement in its entirety and asserts:
■ The BWL is committed to doing business openly.
■ The BWL strives to be responsive to the needs and desires of
its customers.
■ The BWL is committed to the long term welfare of its
employees.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the BWL Commissioners pledge to
continue to uphold these principles and their responsibilities to BWL
customers and employees.
Respectfully submitted,
Gerald W. Williams, Chair Pro Tem
Committee of the Whole
BY COMMISSIONER WILLIAMS--
SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER SEBOLT
That the Committee of the Whole Report, including the Resolution
Concerning the Ottawa Station Feasibility Study to be Performed by
Resource Energy Company and AES, Inc. (92-9-1) and the Resolution
Concerning the Future of the Board of Water and Light (92-9-2), be adopted
as presented.
Adopted unanimously.
PERSONNEL COMMITTEE REPORT
September 29, 1992
Board of Commissioners
Board of Water and Light
Lansing, MI
The Personnel Committee met on September 23, 1992 to discuss and consider the
following items:
1. Pension Fund Investments
2. Performance Appraisals for the General Manager, Internal Auditor,
and Corporate Secretary.
Present were Personnel Committee Members Sebolt (Chair), O'Leary, and Williams
(alternate). Absent were Commissioners Evans and Strolle.
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Pension Plan
The Committee reviewed the status of the Pension Fund investments for the period
covering April 1, 1992 through June 30, 1992. Committee recommendations were
referred to the Pension Fund Trustees for action.
Performance Appraisals
The Personnel Committee approved the following resolution and recommends Board
adoption:
Resolution Concerning_Performance Appraisals
(92-9-3)
WHEREAS, Performance evaluations and salary increases for the three
positions reporting directly to the Board are administered according to the
BWL Wage and Salary Plan for Non-bargaining Unit Administrative
employees; be it
RESOLVED, That the General Manager, Internal Auditor and Corporate
Secretary are eligible to receive salary increases effective as of July 1, 1992,
according to the Fiscal 1993 Performance Increase Matrix; and
RESOLVED FURTHER, That the ratings for the three persons reporting to
the Board be hereby confirmed as follows:
General Manager Joseph Pandy, Jr. - Rating in the range of 5.0 - 5.49
Internal Auditor Kellie Willson - Rating in the range of 4.5 - 4.99
Corporate Secretary Mary Sova - Rating in the range of 4.5 - 4.99
Respectfully submitted,
Jack R. Sebolt, Chair
Personnel Committee
BY COMMISSIONER SEBOLT--
SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER WILLIAMS
That the Personnel Committee Report, including the Resolution Concerning
Performance Appraisals (92-9-3), be adopted as presented.
Adopted unanimously.
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September 29, 1992
Recommendations Board of Water and Light
of Director and Lansing, Michigan
General Manager
Dear Ladies and Gentlemen:
The following items are recommended for your approval:
ADMINISTRATIVE
Res. No. 92-9-4
That the Board of Water and Light (BWL) retain the services of Energy Services Group,
Inc. (ESG) to assist in the development of coal contract negotiation strategies,for a cost
not to exceed$30,000. The timeframe for all services being rendered is six months.
With the assistance of ESG,the BWL will be able to maximize the coal contract
opportunities currently available.
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ESG has over 15 years of experience in coal contracting from both the utility and coal
producing industries. The potential net present value (NPV) savings is estimated to be in
excess of$10 million through 1999.
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Res. No. 92-9-5
Copies of 1992 audit reports for the Board of Water and Light and for the Plan for
Employees' Pensions of the Board of Water and Light and a copy of the report on the
system of internal control were filed with City of Lansing officials by Deloitte & Touche
on September 15, 1992.
The audit report for the Board of Water and Light and the report on the system of internal
control has been received and placed on file. The auditors found no significant items
which warranted submission of a management letter.
The 1992 audit report for the Plan for Employees'Pensions has been received,reviewed
by the Personnel Committee and referred to the Pension Trustees.
The Corporate Secretary is directed to file copies of both audit reports and the report on
the system of internal control with the State Treasurer as required by law.
Publishing a condensed copy of the Board of Water and Light audit report in the La ink
State Journal is not required by law. However, it may be done at the discretion of the
General Manager.
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COMMUNICATIONS AND MARKETING
Res. No. 92-9-6
That a three-year contract for industrial customer energy audit services be awarded to
Industrial Technology Institute (ITI),the Midwest Manufacturing Technology Center for
the federal government, Ann Arbor, Michigan,for a cost not to exceed$15,000. The
services under this contract are divided into four separate customer audits. These energy
audits will target small to medium BWL industrial customers having 50 to 500
employees.
A written authorization to proceed will be required for each customer audit.
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This recommendation is in accordance with the 1990 five year marketing plan and falls
within the approved FY92/93 Marketing Department budget.
This is intended to be a sole source contract given our familiarity with the quality of ITI's
performance and the available co-funding possible through their federal government
affiliation.
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Res.No. 92-9-7
Authorize the award of a three-year contract,from October 1, 1992 through September
30, 1995,to Pace Creative,Holt, Michigan,in an amount not to exceed$140,000
annually for advertising agency services as required.
Other bidders were Creative Media, Inc. and Aviso Inc./Ciesa&Associates. A report
detailing the point-based proposal evaluation is on record with the Secretary of the
Board.
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The budget is based on a .1 percent of projected revenue for the fiscal year. The exact
amount budgeted for each year's advertising expenditures will be adjusted based on
projected revenue.
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CORPORATE PLANNING
Res. No. 92-9-8
It is recommended that:
1. A contract for Continuing Professional Services be awarded to Stone& Webster
of New York, New York. Tenn of contract is for two (2) years with cost plus
charges estimated at$75,000 per year.
2. A contract for Continuing Professional Services be awarded to Burns&
McDonnell of Kansas City, Missouri. Tenn of contract is for two (2) years with
cost plus charges estimated at$75,000 per year.
3. A contract for Continuing Professional Services be awarded to Novak
Engineering, Inc. of Jackson, Michigan. Tenn of contract is for two (2) years
with cost plus charges estimated at$75,000 per year.
Other bidders were RMI, Commonwealth Associates, Inc., and ABB Power T&D Co.
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Because of extensive studies required to maintain and/or improve reliable electric service
and to expand the BWL service area, the Electric Planning Department engineering staff
cannot fulfill this work load and its routine planning functions in a timely manner.
Rather than adding employees to meet these needs, we have opted to supplement staff
with outside assistance.
The three consultants will be utilized on an as-needed basis. They will be asked to
submit quotes and project personnel for the larger projects, and award will be given to the
best evaluated project team and quote. Small one day type projects will be awarded by
telephone request considering consultant availability,price and personnel.
The utilization of these consultants will be approved by the General Manager or the
Purchasing Authority delegated by him to the Corporate Planning Division Director and
Manager of Electric Planning.
This approach of retaining three consultants for two years will:
a. Reduce evaluation time spent by staff.
b. Improve consultant response time to meet our need.
c. Maintain competitiveness.
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ELECTRIC
Res. No. 92-9-9
That a three year contract be awarded to Calgon, a chemical service vendor,to provide
water treatment chemicals at Eckert Station for a cost of$59,658 for the period beginning
July 1992 thru June 1995.
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The other bidders were: Nalco ($166,926), Dearborn ($149,087), Betz ($147,805) and
Mitco ($130,485).
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Res. No. 92-9-10
That a three year contract be awarded to Betz, a chemical service vendor, to provide
water treatment chemicals at Moores Park Steam Plant for a cost of$81,360.96 for the
period beginning July 1992 thru June 1995.
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Other bidders were: Dearborn ($139,019.45), Mitco ($98,157.93), Nalco ($93,246), and
Calgon ($75,561). Calgon submitted the lowest bid of those received,but Plant
personnel recommends continuing with Betz because of their proven testing,evaluation
and treatment program.
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Res. No. 92-9-11
That a three year contract be awarded to Nalco, a chemical service vendor, to provide
water treatment chemicals at Erickson Station for a cost of$233,041 for the period
beginning July 1992 thru June 1995.
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Other bidders were: Betz (571,874.77),Mitco ($299,162.25), Dearborn ($266,397.80),
and Calgon ($226,373). Calgon submitted the lowest bid but Nalco's equipment is all in
place and their products are currently DNR approved. Therefore,Plant personnel
recommend continuing with Nalco.
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HUMAN RESOURCES
Res. No. 92-9-12
That Mike Flores, a Supervisor for the Construction Services Department, be awarded a
total of$497.60,for his suggestion proposal number 1991-096,to reduce CSD's
inventory of paint colors to minimize costs associated with inactive inventory.
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By implementing this proposal, it is estimated that the BWL will realize a net savings of
$4,226 in the first year.
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Res. No. 92-9-13
That Michael Spurbeck, an Engineer III for Project Engineering, be awarded a total of
$870 for his suggestion proposal number 1990-058,to provide individual personal
computers to Project Engineering engineers.
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By implementing this proposal, it is estimated that the BWL will realize a net savings of
$8,450 in the first year.
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Res. No. 92-9-14
That Larry Wallman, a Primary Meter Specialist for Electrical Testing, be awarded a
total of$507.48 for his suggestion proposal number 1992-008,to replace mechanical
strip chart recorders with recording RMS voltmeters to improve reliability and reduce
maintenance costs.
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By implementing this proposal, it is estimated that the BWL will realize a net savings of
$4,324.80 in the first year.
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PENSION
Res. No. 92-9-15
That Nelson D. Hedlund, Water Production,be placed on a disability pension of
$1,240.82 per month effective July 1, 1992. He has selected Option V with the provision
that after his death, if his wife, Sharon M. Hedlund, survives him she will receive
$620.41 per month for the rest of her life as provided under Option V. If his wife
predeceases him,the pension amount of$1,240.82 will revert back to the regular pension
amount of$1,344.97 for the rest of his life.
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Mr. Hedlund has worked for the BWL for 28.27 years and is 52 years of age.
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Res. No. 92-9-16
That Michael D. Powell, Eckert Station,be placed on an early reduced pension of
$995.72 per month effective August 13, 1992. He has chosen a straight pension with no
option.
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Mr. Powell has worked for the BWL for 28.01 years and is 51 years of age.
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Res. No. 92-9-17
That Kenneth R. Adsit, Meter Reading,be placed on a pension of$1,743.68 per month
effective September 1, 1992. He has selected Option VI with the provision that after his
death, if his wife, Delores M. Adsit, survives him she will receive 70%or$1,220.58 per
month for the rest of her life as provided under Option VI. If his wife predeceases him,
the pension amount of$1,743.68 will revert back to the regular pension amount of
$2,078.01 for the rest of his life.
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Mr. Adsit has worked for the BWL for 41.11 years and is 62 years of age.
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PENSION (Continued)
Res. No. 92-9-18
That Dale I. Wright,Production Maintenance,be placed on a disability pension of
$1,328.77 per month effective September 3, 1992. He has chosen a straight pension with
no option.
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Mr. Wright has worked for the BWL for 25.60 years and is 51 years of age.
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Respectfu submitted,
Z-IIIT
Joseph Pandy,Jr.
General Manager
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BY COMMISSIONER SEBOLT--
SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER WILLIAMS
RESOLVED, That Resolutions 92-9-4 and 92-9-5 (Administrative),
respectively, of the General Manager's Recommendations be approved.
Adopted unanimously.
BY COMMISSIONER WILLIAMS--
SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER CHRISTIAN
RESOLVED, That Resolution 92-9-6 and 92-9-7 (Communications/
Marketing) of the General Manager 's Recommendations be approved.
Adopted unanimously.
BY COMMISSIONER WILLIAMS--
SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER BELEN
RESOLVED, That Resolutions 92-9-8 (Corporate Planning) of the General
Manager's Recommendations be approved.
Adopted unanimously.
BY COMMISSIONER WILLIAMS--
SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER BELEN
RESOLVED, That Resolutions 92-9-9, 92-9-10 and 92-9-11 (Electric),
respectively, of the General Manager's Recommendations be approved.
Commissioner Strolle inquired why water treatment chemicals for Eckert, Moores Park
and Erickson Stations were bid separately. Electric Utility Director Roy Peffley
responded that each chemical is a different bidding product. He noted that by bidding
chemicals for the plants separately, BWL costs for chemicals have been reduced.
Adopted unanimously.
BY COMMISSIONER BELEN--
SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER SEBOLT
RESOLVED, That Resolutions 92-9-12, 92-9-13 and 92-9-14 (Human
Resources), respectively, of the General Manager's Recommendations be
approved.
Commissioner Sebolt congratulated the three Suggestion Award recipients. He
suggested holding an annual recognition luncheon for suggestion award recipients.
General Manager Pandy noted that approximately 100 suggestion awards have been
granted over the past year.
Adopted unanimously.
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BY COMMISSIONER SEBOLT--
SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER CHRISTIAN
RESOLVED, That Resolution 92-9-15 through 92-9-18 (Pension),
respectively, of the General Manager's Recommendations be approved.
Adopted unanimously.
In the absence of an objection, General Manager Pandy added the following item to the
agenda for consideration.
ADMINISTRATIVE
(Res. No. 92-9-19)
That the General Manager be authorized to retain consultants as required to
assist the BWL in evaluation of the potential Utilicorp United proposal.
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Reimbursement shall be-on-
e on a per-diem basis, plus normal expenses, and
shall be reported to the Board. The consultant will focus on potential
impacts on BWL customers and employees.
Commissioner Sebolt requested that the Board be advised when the consultant(s) is
retained. Discussion was held regarding a possible cap on the total amount to be spent
for the consultant's services. General Manager gave an estimate in the ranged between
$60,000 to $100,000, depending on the complexity of issues raised. Following
discussion, the Commissioners agreed to not set a cap at this time.
BY COMMISSIONER SEBOLT--
SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER WILLIAMS
RESOLVED, That Resolution 92-9-19 (Administrative) of the General
Manager's Recommendations be approved.
Adopted unanimously.
GENERAL MANAGER'S REMARKS
General Manager Pandy reported on the following activities:
Mayor's Advisory Committee Meeting. Officials from Utilicorp plan to meet with
the Advisory Committee on October 6, 1992. Utilicorp has indicated they will not
have a proposal ready on the purchase of the BWL by that date. Mr. Pandy reported
that Utilicorp's electric rates are approximately 10.3% higher as compared to BWL
rates. He also reported that 29.4% of their generation is by hydroelectric power,
which is the lowest cost source of power. He noted that without hydro power, their
rates would be approximately 24% higher. Due to limited information on Utilicorp,
Mr. Pandy used data taken from their 1991 annual report for his analysis.
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Fiscal 1992 Audit Completed. The Commissioners received copies of the Fiscal 1992
audit reports for the BWL and for the Plan for Employees' Pensions. General Manager
Pandy reported that it was a clean audit, with no management comments by the
auditing firm of Deloitte & Touche.
MPPA Authorizes Funding to Assist BWL. The Michigan Public Power Agency
(MPPA) has authorized funding in the amount of$5,000 to provide support to the
BWL with Utilicorp's takeover attempt.
MPPA Looking at Retail Wheeling. The ability to wheel power to customers of
another utility at retail is being investigated by MPPA. General Motors has expressed
an interest in retail wheeling to their facilities in Flint through the MPPA pool
arrangement. Mr. Pandy reported that the Michigan Public Service Commission has
launched a probe to study experimental retail wheeling tariff. This order is in response
to a petition by the Association of Businesses Advocating Tariff Equity (ABATE),
asking the Commission to establish such rates.
Introduction of Compact Fluorescent Light Bulbs. The BWL will be offering an
energy efficient, compact fluorescent light program at substantially reduced prices for
the next three months. Through a special arrangement with Philips Lighting Company,
a large supply of Philips Earth Lights are being stocked at a discounted price until
December 31. Customers may purchase the compact fluorescent light bulb for $14.56
and receive a $10.00 rebate. The final cost of the bulb will be $4.56. As a
comparison, the 18 watt fluorescent bulb delivers about the same amount of light as a
75 watt incandescent, and is rated for 10,000 hours instead 750 hours. There is a limit
of one rebate per household.
Sulfur Dioxide Allowances. A review of sulfur dioxide allowances--under the Clean
Air Act Amendment of 1990--allocated to the BWL units at Eckert and Erickson
Stations indicate that maximum credits have been received. Total allowances from the
year 2000 through 2009 amount to 17,812 tons of sulfur dioxide. Ottawa Station could
be opted in at a later time pending its future. A memo dated September 23, 1992 from
Technical Services Director John Elashkar related to this issue was handed out.
Included with the information was a matrix of allowances for various heat rates.
Alternate Fuels Task Force Status Report. Mr. Pandy reported that alternate fuel
options are being studied by a BWL task force to determine the best environmental and
economical mix. Copies of the Alternate Fuels Task Force meeting minutes, dated
September 23, 1992, were handed out. Alternate fuels being analyzed for BWL
facilities include burning paper pellets,natural gas, tires, Petroleum Coke, and western
coals which are different than the Kentucky coals the BWL currently burns. The
recommendations of the task force will be reviewed at a future Committee of the Whole
meeting.
DEED Project Status Report. The conclusions of two studies performed by BWL
personnel under the American Public Power Association (APPA) DEED Grant
Program were reviewed. The first project was a pilot study on ammonia injection at
the Erickson Station. In essence the study concluded that by injecting ammonia it (1)
eliminated the secondary plume, (2) reduced plume visibility, (3) reduced opacity
exceedances, (4) lowered the injection rate of sulfur trioxide, and basically (5) the
precipitators work better. The second project is the manufacturing of substitute
plasterboard/wallboard using flyash as the byproduct and calcium carbonate (sludge),
processed in a microwave generator. A sample of the wallboard was passed around for
September 29, 1992 121
the Commissioners to inspect. Further work needs to be done to use sheets of the
flyash wallboard on BWL in-house construction projects to prove the realities of the
previous research chemical and physical findings.
BWL Capital Improvement Plan. The BWL's Capital Expenditure Forecast for the
next six fiscal years has been submitted to the Mayor in accordance with Section 5-
203.6 of the City Charter. A copy of the report was handed out.
Ongoing Communication with Councilmembers. Joint one-on-one meetings between
BWL Commissioners and City Councilmembers are being arranged by Corporate
Secretary Mary Sova. This is a continuation of an ongoing process started last year to
enhance communications with the City.
Comments on Ut.ilicorp. Copies of articles published by PUBLIC POWER entitled
Disappearing Trust Funds" and "Public Power Costs Less" were handed out for
information. A copy of a recent income report on Utilicorp was also handed out. The
stock analysis notes Utilicorp is involved in the natural gas business and gives them
high marks as a potential stock investment. Standard & Poor's rates Utilicorp as an A.
Retiree Group to Meet. General Manager Pandy has been invited to speak to a group
of retirees at their October 14 breakfast meeting. BWL retirees have expressed great
concern over the possible sale of the BWL by the City.
EXCUSED ABSENCE
BY COMMISSIONER SEBOLT--
SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER BELEN
That the absence of Commissioner Evans be excused.
Adopted unanimously. RECESS
On motion of Commissioner Christian, the Board recessed at 6:20 p.m. in order to
resolve as Pension Fund Trustees to consider the Personnel Committee Report on
Pension Fund Investments.
CLOSED SESSION
The Board reconvened at 6:25 p.m-
BY COMMISSIONER WILLIAMS--
That the Board go into closed session (6:25 p.m.) to discuss pending
litigation and to review written opinion of legal counsel.
The roll was called and the motion was adopted by the following vote:
Yeas: Commissioners Belen, Christian, Hassler, O'Leary, Sebolt, Strolle,
and Williams -7
Nays: None
Absent: Commissioner Evans
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September 29, 1992
BY COMMISSIONER WILLIAMS--
That the Board return to regular session (6:50 p.m.).
Adopted unanimously.
BY COMMISSIONER WILLIAMS--
SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER SEBOLT
Resolution 92-9-20
Reaffirmation of Resolution 92-4-2
"Lansing Board of Water and Light Resolution to Retain Special Legal Counsel in
Connection with Pending Energy Cases and Related Energy Matters"
RESOLVED, The Board of Commissioners reaffirms Resolution 92-4-2,
Lansing Board of Water and Light Resolution to Retain Special Legal
Counsel in Connection with Pending Energy Cases and Related Energy
Matters." Among other things, this Resolution confirms and authorizes the
law firm of Spiegel & McDiarmid to prosecute a civil antitrust action
against Consumers Power Company and related entities.
Adopted unanimously.
Ikk 1 4VO-0
Mary E. ova, Secretary
Filed: October 2, 1992
James D. Blair, City Clerk
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August 25, 1992
1`Ai UTJT, 1i`EE OF BQAPD OF COMIVUSSIONERS' MEETING
LANSI,10: BOARD OF WATER AND LIGHT
Tuesday, August 25, 1992
The Board of Commissioners met in regular session at 5:30 p.m, at the Main Office
Building, 123 W. Ottawa Street, Lensing, Michigan. The meeting was called to order
by Chairman Hassler.
Present: Commissioners Belen, Christian, Hassler, O'Leary, Sebolt,
Strolle, and Williams -7
Absent: Commissioner Evans -1
The Secretary declared a quorum. present.
General Manager Pandy, Secretary Sova and Staff members were present.
The Invccatim-i was given by Chairman Hassler.
The Pledge of Allegiance was said by all. =-
�•,PPROVAL OF MINUTES � � L
BY COMMISSIONER SEBOLT--
SECONDED B1' COMMISSIONER WILLIAMS
That minutes of rescheduled regular session of June 18, 1992 be approved as
mailed.
Adopted unanimously.
Al JAL ORGANIZATION
Chairman Hassler announced that in accordance with provisions of the City Charter and
the Rules of Administrative procedure of the Board of Water and Light, that this being
the first regular meeting of the fiscal year and designated as the organizational meeting,
that election of officers for the ensuing fiscal year was now in order, and asked the
Secretary to take the chair.
Thereupon, the Secretary asked for the report of the Nominating Committee.
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REPORT OF THE NOMINATING COMMITTEE
(Resolution 92-8-1)
THE NOMINATING COMMITTEE, to whom was referred the duty of establishing the
process of nominating officers of the Board of Commissioners and staff appointments for
Fiscal Year 1992-93,
REPORTS AS FOLLOWS: The Committee submits the following slate of officers for
the ensuing fiscal year, or, until a successor is duly elected, whichever last occurs:
Chair Phillip E. Hassler
Vice Chair Jack R. Sebolt
Chair Pro Tem Gerald W. Williams
The Committee further submits the following slate of staff appointments for the ensuing
fiscal year, or, until a successor is appointed, whichever last occurs:
Director and General Manager Joseph Pandy, Jr.
Corporate Secretary Mary E. Sova
Internal Auditor Kellie L. Willson
SIGNED BY COMMISSIONERS:
John Strolle, Chair
Sister Mary Janice Belen, R.S.M.
David.O'Leary
BY COMMISSIONER WILLIAMS--
SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER BELEN
That the Report of the Nominating Committee, including Resolution 92-8-1,
be approved as presented.
Adopted unanimously.
Commissioner Hassler assumed the role of Chair of the Board.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
CHAIRMAN HASSLER ANNOUNCED THAT MEMBERS OF THE PUBLIC WILL
BE AFFORDED THE OPPORTUNITY TO ADDRESS THE COMMISSIONERS
REGARDING ANY ITEM ON THE AGENDA AT THE TIME SUCH ITEM IS OPEN
FOR DISCUSSION BY THE COMMISSIONERS. ANYONE WISHING TO
COMMENT ON ANY MATTER NOT ON THE AGENDA MAY DO SO AT THIS
TIME OR IMMEDIATELY PRIOR TO ADJOURNMENT.
Lloyd Teets of 116 East Elm Street, Lansing, spoke in opposition to the July 29 full-
page ad in the Lansing State Journal authorized by the Board of Water and Light (BWL).
He stated his opinion regarding the election results of the Board officers and staff
reappointments.
80 August 25, 1992
General Manager Pandy remarked that the July 29th ad, authorized by the BWL
Communications Department, received many compliments. It was necessary to let
customers know what was happening with regard to the drinking water advisory in
portions of Lansing's south end.
Commissioner Sebolt stated that if the Board of Commissioners had the opportunity to
authorize the full-page ad, the Board would have approved. He said it was a bigger way
of saying thanks to the people of Lansing who were inconvenienced.
C0NfVffJNICATIONS AND PETITIONS
A thank you note was received from Mrs. Janet O'Leary for expressions of sympathy on
the death of her mother.
Placed on file.
SPECIAL ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
General Manager announced that the BWL took a proud first place in the 1992 YMCA
Community Corporate Challenge with an astonishing total of 260 points. The nearest
corporate competitor came in at 187 points. Competitions included events such as
distance running, biking, swimming, tug of war, volley ball and most spirited team.
The team captain, James Chandler, acknowledged BWL Corporate Challenge Committee
members Calvin Jones, Kathy Andrews and Roger Andrews who provided support to the
various teams. Calvin Jones introduced the team coordinators and event participants
who were present in the audience. The Board and staff gave the 1992 Corporate
Challenge Team a round of applause and thanked them for their time and effort.
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August 25, 1992
Recommendations Board of Water and Light
of Director and Lansing, Michigan
General Manager
Dear Ladies and Gentlemen:
The following items are recommended for your approval:
ADMINISTRATIVE
Res. No. 92-8-2
WHEREAS, at the regular meeting of June 16, 1992,the Board adopted a resolution
authorizing the General Manager and Corporate Secretary to enter into a Return on
Equity Agreement with the City of Lansing subject to confirmation by a majority vote of
the Board of Commissioners at the next regularly scheduled Board meeting,be it
RESOLVED, That the Agreement between the City of Lansing and the Board of Water
and Light, dated June 30, 1992, governing the transfer of a parcel located at 123 W.
Ottawa Street and a Return on Equity payment is hereby ratified, confirmed, and
approved.
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Res. No. 92-8-3
Re: 457 Deferred Compensation Plan
WHEREAS, the Board of Water and Light adopted a deferred compensation plan under
Section 457 of the IRS Code to be administered by ICMA Retirement Corporation by
resolution dated December 8, 1975 and January 10, 1977; and,
WHEREAS, ICMA has recommended changes in the 457 plan document replacing
section 7.01 that would allow certain employees to choose two different beginning
payment dates; and,
NOW,THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Water and Light adopts the
new language for section 7.01 of the 457 plan document; and
Re: 401 Money Purchase Plan
WHEREAS, the Board of Water and Light adopted a money purchase plan under Section
401A of the IRS Code to be administered by ICMA Retirement Corporation by resolution
dated May 24, 1988; and,
WHEREAS, ICMA is recommending several technical changes to the prototype Money
Purchase Plan and Trust Adoption Agreement to be in compliance with the Tax Reform
Act of 1986 and the Technical and Miscellaneous Revenue Act of 1988; and,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Water and Light adopts the
changes as recommended by the 401A Plan and Trust Agreement.
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See Darold Oxender's Memo of 7/27/92.
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CONSUMER SERVICES
Res. No. 92-8-4
That the attached Dispute and Hearing Procedure be approved effective immediately.
The reasons for change is to improve our chances of resolving a customer problem before
proceeding to the formal hearing stage, thus avoiding time consuming and costly dispute
hearings and ultimate appeals to the BWL Commissioners; and to provide a new
approach that is more customer friendly from the customer's perspective.
The portion to be deleted is d-e t and the new language is shown in bold italics.
(See Page 91)
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HUMAN RESOURCES
Res. No. 92-8-5
WHEREAS,the Board of Water and Light has contracted the services of the Employee
Assistance Program (EAP) CONCERN since 1985, renewed the contract following bids
in 1988 and informally extended the contract since July, 1991; and,
WHEREAS, CONCERN has agreed to accept the same cost per employee of$19.00
since May of 1988 and extend that rate to September of 1993, at which time the rate
would increase to$21.00 per employee with fees to be negotiated every two years
following September, 1993, based upon increase in the Consumer Price Index (CPI); and,
WHEREAS, CONCERN has offered high quality, consistent support to the Board of
Wafter and Light and our employees, where confidence in a program require consistency;
and,
WHEREAS,the terms of this agreement may be terminated by either party with a 60 day
written notice, and,
NOW,THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the proposed long term renewal contract
with the CONCERN Employee Assistance Program for Lansing Board of Water and
Light employees and family members be approved.
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Res. No. 92-8-6
That Martz Carslake, a Maintenance Mechanic for the Production Maintenance
Department, be awarded a total of$2,494.20 for suggestion proposal number 1992-169,
to simplify procedure for changing drive bearing on flow mixer by using a split shaft and
coupling arrangement, which will save labor and eliminate downtime.
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By implementing this proposal, it is estimated that the BWL will realize a net savings of
$24,912.00 in the first year.
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HUMAN RESOURCES (Continued)
Res. No. 92-8-7
That Janis Cook, a Buyer for the Purchasing Department, be awarded a total of$152.49
for suggestion proposal number 1992-139,to eliminate stocking of custom imprinted
pencils to save money.
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By implementing this proposal, it is estimated that the BWL will realize a net savings of
$774.86 in the first year.
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Res. No. 92-8-8
That Daniel Phillips, an Insulation and Refractory Apprentice for the Production
Maintenance Department, be awarded a total of$277.80 for suggestion proposal number
1992-130,to use different colored tape to mark pipes and insulation of either asbestos-
free (blue tape) or contains asbestos or unknown (red tape) rather than using black paint
and a stencil which can fade with age.
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By implementing this proposal, it is estimated that the BWL will realize a net savings of
$2,028 in the first year.
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Res. No. 92-8-9
That Jack Wicker, an Overhead Line Supervisor for the Line Construction Department,
be awarded a total of$1,339 for suggestion proposal number 1992-114,to replace the
service truck scheduled for replacement with a small bucket truck capable of reaching
heights of 37 feet to make service installations safer and more efficient in labor and time
saved.
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By implementing this proposal, it is estimated that the BWL will realize a net savings of
$12,640 in the first year.
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84 August 25, 1992
LEGAL
Res. No. 92-8-10
Purchase the following insurance coverage from Voss Insurance Services, Inc.,
representing The Aetna Casualty and Surety Company, Specific Excess Workers'
Compensation Insurance for the one year period from September 1, 1992 to September 1,
1993,for an annual deposit premium of$42,610 subject to adjustment. The limit of
liability is$20 million with a specific retention of$400,000.
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The expiring coverage was similar and had a deposit premium of$42,089.
Bidders included the Lyman and Sheets Agency, representing the Transamerica
Insurance Company and Midwest Employers Casualty Company, Lansing Insurance
Agency representing the National Union Fire Insurance Company of Pittsburgh, PA, and
Frank B. Hall of Michigan,representing Reliance National Insurance Company.
The coverage will be scheduled to re-bid in 1995.
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Res. No. 92-8-11
Purchase the following insurance coverages:
From the Lyman and Sheets Agency,representing the Gulf Insurance Company,
Commercial General Liability Insurance for an estimated annual premium of$180,000
for the one year period from September 30, 1992 to September 30, 1993. The limit of
liability would be$1,000,000.
From Lyman and Sheets Agency,representing the Gulf Insurance Company, Excess
Liability Insurance for an estimated annual premium of$95,000 for the one year
period from September 30, 1992 to September 30, 1993. The limit of liability would
be$5,000,000.
From the Lyman and Sheets Agency,representing Auto-Owners Insurance Company,
Excess Liability Insurance for an estimated annual premium of$118,000 for the one
year period from September 30, 1992 to September 30, 1993. The limit of liability
would be$20,000,000.
From the Independent Insurance Centre of Okemos, Inc.,representing the Citizen's
Insurance Company of America, Auto Liability, Comprehensive, and Collision
Insurance for an estimated annual premium of$80,556 for the one year period from
September 30, 1992 to September 30, 1993.
From the Arkwright Mutual Insurance Company,Property and Boiler and Machinery
Insurance for the three year period from September 30, 1992 to September 30, 1995,
at an initial annual premium of$455,000. The limit of liability would be
$681,732,000.
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August 25, 1992 85
LEGAL(Continued)
(Res. No. 92-8-11)
Bids were received from five (5) insurance agencies and one (1) direct writer
representing over 20 insurance companies. Property Insurance coverage on the Main
Office Building would be changed from the City of Lansing policy and will require some
adjustment for the transition. The total of the above premiums is$928,556 as compared
to$1,091,917 for the expiring coverages. The Excess Liability Limit would be raised to
$25,000,000 from$15,000,000. The Property Limit would be raised to$681,732,000
from $200,000,000.
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PENSION
Res. No. 92-8-12
That Kelly L. Harmon, Water Field Representative in the Water Distribution Department,
be placed on a disability pension of$982.23 per month effective May 22, 1992. He has
selected Option IV with the provision that after his death,if his wife, Pamela K. Harmon,
survives him she will receive $982.23 per month for the rest of her life as provided under
Option IV. If his wife predeceases him,the pension amount of$982.23 will revert back
to the regular pension amount of$1,100.58 for the rest of his life.
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Mr. Harmon has worked for the BWL for 23.16 years and is 48 years of age.
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Res. No. 92-8-13
That Raymond Polihonki,Jr., Underground Supervisor in the Line Construction
Department, be placed on an early reduced pension of$1,792.37 per month effective July
2, 1992. He has selected Option II with the provision that after his death, if his wife,
Sharon F. Polihonki, survives him she will receive$896.19 per month for the rest of her
life as provided under Option II.
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Mr. Polihonki,Jr. has worked for the BWL for 32.04 years and is 52 years of age.
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86 August 25, 1992
TREASURER/C®NTR®LLER
Res. No. 92-8-14
That the proposed General Steam Service Rate No. 1,which was subject to a Public
Hearing on August 4, 1992,be adopted and applied to all steam used or services rendered
on or after September 5, 1992; and,
That the General Steam Set vice Rate No. 1 now in effect be rescinded for billing
purposes for any steam used or service rendered on or after September 5, 1992.
(See Page %)
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WATER
Res. No. 92-8-15
That the Board of Water and Light and Great L akes/Enviroland, Inc. enter into an
extension of Contract No. 17-513-400-02, Removal and Marketing of Residual Lime,
Riverside and Dye/Cedar Complex,for Filter Press material only. Extension is for a
period of five years,through June 30, 1998.
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This will deviate from the original contract term language, which provided for three year
extensions.
Removal of material from the Riverside site will continue under the.current contract
which expires on June 30, 1993. Extension or re-bid of the Riverside portion of the
contract will be addressed at a later date.
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Res. No. 92-8-16
That the Board agree to serve water to proposed Water District No. 82, Delhi Township,
as requested by resolution of the Delhi Charter Township Board on June 2, 1992, and that
in accordance with the agreement between the Board and the Charter Township of Delhi
dated August 15, 1972, covering the furnishing of a potable water supply in Delhi
Township,the Board advises officials of Delhi Township as follows:
1. The Board will accept Water District No. 82 established by Township resolution on
June 2, 1992, and will provide a potable water supply to said district.
2. The Township will be required to make a$28,485.60 non-refundable contribution-
in-aid of construction to cover the charges set forth in the Board's Rules and
Regulations for Water Service for installing the necessary distribution facilities
to serve said district.
3. The Board and the Township are to enter into a written agreement (Supplement
LXXXH) covering the furnishing of a potable water supply in Water District
No. 82.
4. Water mains are to be installed in accordance with the current Board's Rules and
Regulations for Water Service.
August 25, 1992 87
WATER (Continued)
(Res. No. 92-8-16)
Further,that upon receipt of the sum of$28,485.60 from the Township,the project be
approved for installation, and the General Manager and the Corporate Secretary be
authorized to sign the aforementioned agreement (Supplement LXXXII) to furnish a
potable water supply in Water District No. 82.
The geographical area of Water District No. 82 is as follows:
Grovenburg Woods Phase II Subdivision, Lots 31 thru 55
To provide a potable water supply within the proposed new district requires the
installation of 1,320 feet of water main and fire hydrants at an estimated cost of
$28,485.60.
The main extension will serve twenty-five (25) residential customers. One-time
connection fees will amount to$14,000. Estimated annual revenue is $7,500.
Water mains to be installed in summer/fall of 1992 following the receipt of the
Township's non-refundable contribution-in-aid of construction and the signing of the
agreement.
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Res. No. 92-8-17
That the Board agree to serve water to proposed Water District No. 84, Delhi Township,
as requested by resolution of the Delhi Charter Township Board on July 7, 1992, and that
in accordance with the agreement between the Board and the Charter Township of Delhi
dated August 15, 1972, covering the furnishing of a potable water supply in Delhi
Township,the Board advises officials of Delhi Township as follows:
1. The Board will accept Water District No. 84 established by Township resolution on
July 7, 1992, and will provide a potable water supply to said district.
2. The Township will be required to make a$18,882.50 non-refundable contribution-
in-aid of construction to cover the charges set forth in the Board's Rules and
Regulations for Water Service for installing the necessary distribution facilities
to serve said district.
3. The Board and the Township are to enter into a written agreement (Supplement
LXXXIV) covering the furnishing of a potable water supply in Water District
No. 84.
4. Water mains are to be installed in accordance with the current Board's Rules and
Regulations for Water Service.
Further,that upon receipt of the sum of$18,882.50 from the Township,the project be
approved for installation, and the General Manager and the Corporate Secretary be
authorized to sign the aforementioned agreement (Supplement LXXXIV) to furnish a
potable water supply in Water District No. 84.
88 August 25, 1992
WATER (Continued)
(Res. No. 92-8-17)
The geographical area of Water District No. 84 is as follows:
Grovenburg Farms No. 5 Subdivision, Lots 80 thru 97.
To provide a potable water supply within the proposed new district requires the
installation of 875 feet of water main and fire hydrants at an estimated cost of
$18,882.50.
The main extension will serve eighteen (18) residential customers. One-time connection
fees will amount to$10,080. Estimated annual revenue is $5,400.
Water mains to be installed in summer/fall of 1992 following the receipt of the
Township's non-refundable contribution-in-aid of construction and the signing of the
agreement.
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Res. No. 92-8-18
That the Board agree to serve water to proposed Water District No. 85, Delhi Township,
as requested by resolution of the Delhi Charter Township Board on July 7, 1992, and that
in accordance with the agreement between the Board and the Charter Township of Delhi
dated August 15, 1972, covering the furnishing of a potable water supply in Delhi
Township,the Board advises officials of Delhi Township as follows:
1. The Board will accept Water District No. 85 established by Township resolution on
July 7, 1992, and will provide a potable water supply to said district.
2. The Township will be required to make a$25,896 non-refundable contribution-in-
aid of construction to cover the charges set forth in the Board's Rules and
Regulations for Water Service for installing the necessary distribution facilities
to serve said district.
3. The Board and the Township are to enter into a written agreement (Supplement
LXXXV) covering the furnishing of a potable water supply in Water District
No. 85.
4. Water mains are to be installed in accordance with the current Board's Rules and
Regulations for Water Service.
Further, that upon receipt of the sum of $25,896 from the Township,the project be
approved for installation, and the General Manager and the Corporate Secretary be
authorized to sign the aforementioned agreement (Supplement(LLXXXV) to furnish a
potable water supply in Water District No. 85.
The geographical area of Water District No. 85 is as follows:
Tanglewood No. 2 Subdivision, Lots 16 thru 33
To provide a potable water supply within the proposed new district requires the
installation of 1,200 feet of water main and fire hydrants at an estimated cost of$25,896.
August 2-5, 1992 89
WATER (Continued)
(Res. No. 92-8-18)
The main extension will serve eighteen (18) residential customers. One-time connection
fees will amount to$10,080. Estimated annual revenue is$5,400.
Water mains to be installed in summer/fall of 1992 following the receipt of the
Township's non-refundable contribution-in-aid of construction and the signing of the
agreement.
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Res. No. 92-8-19
That the Board agree to serve water to proposed Water District No. 86, Delhi Township,
as requested by resolution of the Delhi Charter Township Board on July 21, 1992, and
that in accordance with the agreement between the Board and the Charter Township of
Delhi dated August 15, 1972, covering the furnishing of a potable water supply in Delhi
Township,the Board advises officials of Delhi Township as follows:
1. The Board will accept Water District No. 86 established by Township resolution on
July 21, 1992, and will provide a potable water supply to said district.
2. The Township will be required to make a$38,951.90 non-refundable contribution-
in-aid of construction to cover the charges set forth in the Board's Rules and
Regulations for Water Service for installing the necessary distribution facilities
to serve said district.
3. The Board and the Township are to enter into a written agreement (Supplement
LXXXVI) covering the furnishing of a potable water supply in Water District
No. 86.
4. Water mains are to be installed in accordance with the current Board's Rules and
Regulations for Water Service.
Further, that upon receipt of the sum of$38,951.90 from the Township,the project be
approved for installation, and the General Manager and the Corporate Secretary be
authorized to sign the aforementioned agreement (Supplement LXXXVI) to furnish a
potable water supply in Water District No. 86.
The geographical area of Water District No. 86 is as follows:
Oakwood Executive Park Phase H, Lots 10 thru 16 and 26
To provide a potable water supply within the proposed new district requires the
installation of 1,805 feet of water main and fire hydrants at an estimated cost of
$38,951.90.
The main extension will serve eight (8) commercial customers. One-time connection
fees will amount to$12,096. Estimated annual revenue is $4,800.
Water mains to be installed in Summer/Fall of 1992 following the receipt of the
Township's non-refundable contribution-in-aid of construction and the signing of the
agreement.
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90 August 25, 1992
WATER(Continued)
Res.No. 92-8-20
That the Board agree to serve water to proposed Water District No. 87, Delhi Township,
as requested by resolution of the Delhi Charter Township Board on August 18, 1992, and
that in accordance with the agreement between the Board and the Charter Township of
Delhi dated August 15, 1972, covering the furnishing of a potable water supply in Delhi
Township,the Board advises officials of Delhi Township as follows:
1. The Board will accept Water District No. 87 established by Township Resolution
on August 18, 1992, and will provide a potable water supply to said district.
2. The Township will be required to make a$23,306.40 non-refundable contribution-
in-aid of construction to cover the charges set forth in the Board's Rules and
Regulations for Water Service for installing the necessary distribution facilities
to serve said district.
3. The Board and the Township are to enter into a written agreement (Supplement
LXXXVII) covering the furnishing of a potable water supply in Water District
No. 87.
4. Water mains are to be installed in accordance with the current Board's Rules and
Regulations for Water Service.
Further, that upon receipt of the sum of$23,306.40 from the Township,the project be
approved for installation, and the General Manager and the Corporate Secretary be
authorized to sign the aforementioned agreement (Supplement(LLXXXVII) to furnish a
potable water supply in Water District No. 87.
The geographical area of Water District No. 87 is as follows:
Deer Run Subdivision, Lots 1 thru 19
To provide a potable water supply within the proposed new district requires the
installation of 1,080 feet of water main and fire hydrants at an estimated cost of
$23,306.40.
The main extension will serve nineteen (19) residential customers. One-time connection
fees will amount to$10,640. Estimated annual revenue is $5,700.
Water mains to be installed in Fall of 1992 following the receipt of the Township's non-
refundable contribution-in-aid of construction and the signing of the agreement.
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Respectfully,s mitted,
Joseph Pandy,Jr.
General Manager
JP/bb
August 25, 1992 91
Sec. 4-13 Dispute and Hearing Procedure
DISPUTES
(1) When a bill or service is disputed by any customer and
the Board (Board of Water and Ligbt) is so advised,
the date of the notice of dispute will be recorded.
(2) The disputed bill or service will be investigated
promptly and completely.
(3) The customer will be advised of the results of the
investigation:
(4) An attempt will be made to resolve the dispute in a
manner mutually satisfactory to both parties.
(5) The Board will provide the opportunity for each
customer to enter into a reasonable settlement
agreement in order to mutually resolve the disputed
claim or to satisfy any liability not in dispute.
(6) If settlement is not reached, the account shall be
reviewed by the Dispute Review Committee. The
customer shall be afforded the opportunity to appear
before the Dispute Review Committee. The members of
this committee shall be the Director of Consumer
Services, Superintendent of Customer Service,
Superintendent of Customer Accounts, and the Director
of the Service Utility/Di vision, or their designated
representatives. This review to be scheduled within
ten (10) days of request or as mutually agreed to by
both parties.
(7) If settlement is not reached following examination by
the Dispute Review Committee, the account sball be
reviewed by the General Manager. The customer shall
be afforded an opportunity to appear before the
General Manager.
(8) If settlement is still not reached after meeting with
the General Manager, the customer shall be afforded an
opportunity for a hearing before the Board's Hearing
Officer. The hearing will not be scheduled before the
matter is reviewed by the General Manager. A hearing
request must be in writing and must be received by the
Board's corporate offices at 123 W. Ottawa Street,
Lansing, Michigan, 48933, within ten (10) calendar
days following the meeting with the General Manager.
The matter will be considered settled and collection
action will resume if no request for a hearing is
made. Information regarding the Board's hearing
procedure can be obtained from the Customer Service
Department at (517) 371-6006.
(9) The customer sball be responsible for payment, and
keep current, all other bills or portions of bills as
rendered whicb are not in dispute.
92 August 25, 1992
HEARINGS
{1� Any-eustemer-who-disputes-the-serviees-provided-or-a
billincl-€er-serviees-€urnished-in-aeeerdanee-with-the
Beard'-s-€filed-rates--rules-and-regulations-er
established-pelieies-or-preeedures-may-request-a
hearing7--1€-a-hearing-requested-is-based-en-a
disputed-past-due-bill,--the-request-must-be-made
within-the-five-{5y-day-peried-shown-en-the-€inal
written-netiee.---l€-the-dispute-involves-any-ether
serviee-provided-by-the-Beard,--the-request-€er-a
hearing-must-be-made-within-five-{5Y-days-of-the-time
the-dispute-eeeurs-unless-satistaetory-reason-is-given
for-additional-time---Any-request-€er-a-hearing-may-be
made-in-any-reasenable-manner-sueh-as-by-written
netiee-direeted-to-the-main-offiee-at-123-West-Attawa
Street--Lansing7-Miehigan--489337-a-visit-te-the-above
offiee-in-person,--er-by-telephone-eommunieatien-to-the
eustemer-Serviees-Department-{517Y-371-61587 Any
eustemer-who-disputes-the-serviees-provided-or-a
billing-for-serviees-€urnished-in-aeeerdanee-with-the
Beard's-filed-rates,--rules-and-regulations-or
established-pelieies-or-proeedures-may-request-a
hearing-
(i) {2} On receipt of a request for a hearing, the Board will
forward this request to an independent Hearing
Officer.
(2) OY The Hearing Officer will arrange a time for the
hearing and advise both the customer and the Board of
the date, time, and location in writing. The hearing
will be scheduled during normal business hours.
Reasonable-steps-will-be-taken-le-insure-a-physieally
handicapped-eustemer-will-net-be-denied--a-heating7
(3) 4* Failure of the customer or Board to attend the
hearing without due cause or prior request for
adjournment will constitute a waiver of right of that
party to the hearing.
(q) 45} At the hearing, the Board and the customer shall:
a. Have the right to be represented by Counsel or
other persons of their choice.
b. Have the right to present evidence, testimony,
and oral and written argument.
C. Have the right to examine witnesses appearing on
behalf of the other party.
August 25, 1992 93
d. A hearing will be recorded if the Hearing
Officer so determines. Recordings will be
preserved at least six (6) months from date of
hearing. If a party desires a court reporter
they may have one at their own expense. All
evidence in relation to the dispute will be
received.
(5) f6} For each hearing the Hearing Officer shall compile a
hearing record which will contain:
a. A concise statement in writing of the position
of the Board in relation to the dispute.
b. A concise statement in writing of the position
of the customer in the dispute.
C. Copies of all evidence submitted by the parties.
(6) k7} Upon closing the record of a hearing, the Hearing
Officer shall state his decision and if the decision
does not resolve the matter will state his decision in
writing within five (5) working days after the
hearing. A copy of the decision shall be mailed with
a certificate of mailing to the customer and shall be
given to the Board. In complicated matters the
Hearing Officer need not state his decision after
closing the record and may state the same in writing
in the manner herein described. A dispute
determination (decision) shall contain:
a. A concise summary of the evidence and argument
presented by the parties.
b. A statement that the decision of the Hearing
Officer was based solely on the evidence
presented and reasons therefore.
C. Advice that the representative of the Board and
the customer have a right to file an appeal with
the Board of Commissioners of the Board of Water
and Light.
d. A statement as to whether or not a settlement
agreement was reached after his oral decision
(if one was made) and if agreement was reached
record what it was.
e. An indication that the dispute determination is
binding on both parties unless appealed within
ten (10) days of date of mailing of decision if
one was mailed and that the parties were advised
that an appeal, if the decision was made orally
must be taken within five (5) days from the date
of hearing at which the oral decision was
rendered.
94 August 25, 1992
{3} 481 The-Hearing-Officer-shall:
(7) a- The Hearing Officer shall file a written report of
the results of each hearing with the Board of Commissioners
of the Board of Water and Light and the Mayor of the
City of Lansing. If the dispute is unresolved, the
Hearing Officer shall make recommendations to the
Board of Commissioners of the Board of Water and Light
on each unresolved dispute.
(8) b- The Mayor may make recommendations to the Board of
Commissioners of the Board of Water and Light on
each unresolved hearing.
(9) e. The Board of Commissioners of the Board of Water and
Light shall report its final action on any unresolved
disputes together with the Hearing Officer's report and
recommendations to the Mayor and City Council of Lansing,
Michigan.
Adopted by Board 2-13-79
Sec. 4-14 Appeals Procedure To Hear and Decide Appeals On The Independent
Hearing Officer's Decision
Following the conclusion of a hearing, the dispute determination is
binding on both parties unless appealed within ten (10) days of date of
mailing of hearing officer's decision.
The hearing officer's verbal decision at the hearing will include
notification of the right of both parties to appeal the decision and the
procedures for appeal.
The hearing officer will state written decisions within five (5) working
days after the hearing. The written hearing decision will include
notification of the right of both parties to appeal and the procedures for
appeal. A copy of the hearing officer's decision will be mailed with a
certificate of mailing to the customer and shall be given to the Board.
Appeal requests must be made to the Corporate Secretary of the Board of
Water and Light, Post Office Box 13007, Lansing, Michigan 48901 in writing
within ten (10) days from the mailing date of the hearing officer's decision
or the request can be hand delivered to the Corporate Secretary of the Board
of Water and Light, 123 West Ottawa Street, Lansing.
Following receipt of a request for an appeal, the Corporate Secretary of
the Board of Water and Light will schedule the appeal at the next regularly
scheduled meeting of the Board of Commissioners of the Board of Water and
Light. Notification of the scheduled appeal date will be mailed with a
certificate of mailing to the customer and shall be given to the Board.
August 25, 1992 95
Failure of the party requesting the appeal to attend the scheduled
appeal without due cause or prior request for adjournment will constitute a
waiver of the right of that party to the appeal.
At the time reserved for the appeal at the meeting of the Board of
Commissioners of the Board of Water and Light, the Chair shall request the
appealing party to step up to the podium and state full name and address.
Adopted by Board 2-24-87
% August 25, 1992
Board of Water and Light,Lansing,Michigan Original Sheet No. SBI
GENERAL STEAM SERVICE
RATE NO.1
Availability-This rate is available to any customer receiving service from the Board of Water and Light(BWL)stemn
distribution system with a maximum gauge pressure of fifteen pounds per square inch(15 psi).
Steam services at gauge pressures above 15 psi but not exceeding RX)psi,when available,may be supplied at the option
of the BWL or upon request by the customer.
Nature of Service- Saturated steaun up to a maximum gauge pressure of 15 psi except as indicated above.
Monthly Rate
Customer Charge $3.60 per customer per month
Energy Charge Billing Months of June through November
$6.22 per 1000 lbs. for the first 2lX AX)lbs.
$6.56 per 1000 tbs. for all 1000 tbs.over 2(X),000 lbs.
Billing Months of December through May
$6.32 per 1000 tbs for the first 200,000 lbs.
$6.66 per 1000 tbs. for all 1000 lbs.over 200.000 lbs.
$,age- A surcharge of ten(10)percent shall be added to the above rates for stemn service supplied upon customer's
request for service at gauge pressure above 15 psi but not exceeding 100 psi.
Fuel Cost Adiustment-The fuel cost adjustment shall consist of an increase or decrease of 0.16($0.0016)cents per
thousand pounds of steam billed for each full 0.1 ($0.001)cent or fraction thereof increase or decrease in the average
delivered cost of fuel burned monthly above or below 178.7 ($1.787)cents per million Btu. (A fraction of 0.05($O.(XX)5)
cents or less will not be considered a full 0.1 ($0.001)cent; a fraction of 0.06($0.0006)cents or greater will be
considered a full 0.1 ($0.001)cent.)
The price per million Btu for each billing month shall be the average delivered cost of fuel consumed during the
preceding calendar month.
Amine Treatment Adiustment-The amine treatment adjustment allows for the monthly adjustment of rates to reflect
the actual cost incurred due to amine feed. The factor shall be applied to each 1000 pounds(tbs)billed. The factor shall
consist of 1.124 tunes the weighted average-unine cost per 1000 tbs treated during the previous month.
Tax Adjustment-Bills shall be increased within the limits of any governmental authority or political subdivision which
levies taxes,license fees,franchise fees,or any other charges against the BWL's property,or its operation,or the
production and/or sale of steam, to offset any such cost and thereby prevent other customers from being compelled to
share such local increases.
Minimum Charge-The customer charge included in the rate except that Special Minimum Charges shall be billed when
the revenue received does not adequately compensate the BWL for the cost of furnishing service.
Delayed Payment Charge- A delayed payment charge of 51X)of(lie unpaid balance,excluding delayed payment
charges,shall be added to any bill which is not paid on or before the due date.
Adopted: August 25, 1992 Effective: September 5, 1992
August 25, 1992 97
Board of Water and Light,Lansing,Michigan Original Sheet No. SB2
GENERAL STEAM SERVICE
RATE NO. 1
Reconnect Charge-A reconnect charge of$25.00 shall be added to any account which discontinues and reconnects
service at the same address within a twelve(12)month period.
Rules and Reg late ions-Service under this rate is subject to the BWL Rules and Regulations for Steam Service which
are incorporated herein by this reference.
Adopted: August 25, 1992 Effective: September 5. 1992
98 August 25, 1992
BY COMMISSIONER WILLIAMS--
SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER BELEN
RESOLVED, Tlhn Resolutions 92-8-2 and 92-8-3 (Administrative),
respectively, of the General Manager's Recommendations be approved.
Adopted unanimously.
BY COMMISSIONER WILLIAMS—
SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER STROLLE
RESOLVED, That Resolution 92-8-4 (Consumer Services) of the General
Manager 's Recommendations be approved.
Lloyd Teets requested that the resolution regarding the revised Dispute and Hearing
Procedure be postponed until he has had the opportunity to review it. Chairman
Hassler reminded Mr. Teets that the agenda is published on the Thursday preceding the
Board meeting with copies forwarded to the City. General Manager Pandy stated that
the Board meeting agenda is available for viewing at the Information Desk in the main
office building lobby by noon on the Thursday immediately preceding a regular Board
meeting. Following discussion, the Commissioners concurred that advance notice had
been provided.
Adopted unanimously.
BY COMMISS101,TER SEBOLT--
SECONDED B'117 COMMISSIONER CHRISTIAN
RESOLVED, That Resolutions 92--8-5 through 92-8-9 (Human Resources),
respectively, of the General Manager's Recommendations be approved.
General Manager advised that in light of some recent staff changes at CONCERN, the
contract provides for a 60-day termination notice by either party.
Commissioner Sebolt congratulated the four Suggestion Award recipients.
BY COMMISSIONER WILLIAMS—
SECONDED BY COMMISSiONER CHRISTIAhT
RESOLVED, That Resolutions 92-8-10 and 92-9-11 (Legal), respectively,
of the General Manager's Recommendations be approved.
Adopted unanimously.
BY COMMISS1014ER SEBOLT--
SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER WILLIAMS
RESOLVED, That Resolutions 92-8-12 and 92-8-13 (Pension),
respectively, of the General Manager's Recommendations be approved.
Adopted unanimously.
August n, 1992 99
BY COMMISSIONER WILLIAMS--
SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER BELEN
RESOLVED, That Resolution 92-8-14 (Treasurer/Controller) of the
General Manager's Recommendations be approved.
Adopted unanimously.
BY COMMISSIONER WILLIAMS--
SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER CHRISTIAN
RESOLVED, That Resolutions 92-8-15 through 92-8-20 (Water),
respectively, of the General Manager's Recommendations be approved.
General Manager Pandy handed out a proposal from Great Lakes/Enviroland, Inc.
showing the comparison of current pricing vs proposed pricing relative to the removal
and marketing of sludge generated at the Dye/Cedar Filter Press for FY 1993-98. Mr.
Pandy indicated GL/E has done a very good job of servicing the account. Water
Utility Director Clyde Dugan responded to additional questions on the contract
extension and the performance of past operational commitments.
Adopted unanimously.
NEW BUSINESS
1992-1993 STANDING COMMITTEES
Resolution 92-8-21
Chairman Hassler announced the standing committee assignments for Fiscal 1992-93:
Executive Committee
Phillip E. Hassler, Chair
Jack R. Sebolt, Vice Chair
Gerald W. Williams, Chair Pro Tem
Finance Committee
Phillip E. Hassler, Chair
Sister Mary Janice Belen, R.S.M.
Ernest J. Christian
Gerald W. Williams
David'O'Leary, Alternate
John Strolle, Alternate
Personnel Committee
Jack R. Sebolt, Chair
Eva L. Evans
David O'Leary
John Strolle
Sister Mary Janice Belen, Alternate
Gerald W. Williams, Alternate
There being no objections, the resolution was adopted unanimously.
100 August 25, 1992
Customer Attitude Survey. Dr. Andrew Morrison of Market Strategies, Inc.
presented a briefing on the findings of the annual customer attitude survey conducted
among the BWL's residential electric and water customers between May 6-11, 1992.
The objectives of the survey were defined. The major conclusion of the study indicated
that eight of ten residential customers view the BWL favorably. Nearly nine out of ten
are satisfied with the BWL as their electric and water utility. Market Strategies
analysis indicates the following factors contributed to this year's excellent survey
results: (a) improvements in customer perceptions of BVVL service and
communication, including being easy to do business with, (b) concern for the average
customer and believability, (c) satisfaction with how bills are handled, and (d) an
impression among customers that BWL rates are reasonable for both water and
electricity. Among water customers, the quality of our water was also a key driver.
While overall results are excellent, there are still areas that could use improvement.
Only 42 pd.rcent of customers gave the BWL a positive rating on environmental issues;
and despite the BWL's improved safety record, the utility did not receive high marks
on safety consciousness. The BWL also needs to continue work to improve handling of
customer telephone calls and office visits.
GENERAL MANAGER'S REIVURKS
General Manager Pandy reported on the following activities:
Interest in Ottawa Station. A tour was arranged for representatives of Resource
Energy Company and AES, Inc. They are interested in determining if it would be
technically economical and environmentally feasible to convert, modify, repower or
otherwise resume the generation of electricity at the Ottawa Station. In essence, they
have offered to conduct a feasibility study at their expense. This proposal is being
reviewed at staff's Operation and Engineering (0 & E) meeting this week.
WPA POWel° Pool in OMI-°bone The Michigan public Power Agency (MPPA)
Power Pool has gone into operation August 1, 1992. Where are some minor glitches,
but the BWL's operating people are working them out.
Future T✓Meetings. There was consensus among the Commissioners to hold the next
Committee of the Whole meeting on September 15, 1992, at 5:30 p.m. A presentation
on the findings and conclusions of the water regionalization study is planned. An
update report on litigation matters with Consumers Power Company is planned at a
future meeting. The Commissioners also agreed to reschedule the next regular Board
meeting from September 22 to September 29 at 5:30 p.m.
Nellie Willson Earins Certified Internal Auditor Desip attio3 . The Commissioners
congratulated Internal Auditor Nellie Willson on her outstanding performance on the
May 1992 Certified Internal Auditor Examination. Ms. Willson scored just below the
Gold Medalist and five Certificate of Excellence recipients; and is one of 25 Honorable
Mention candidates.
August 25, 1992 101
REMARKS BY BOARD COMMISSIONERS
Commissioner Sebolt expressed his appreciation and his commitment to the Board and
the public for the opportunity to serve in the position to which he has been re-elected.
In response to remarks made by Lloyd Teets during Public Comments, Commissioner
Sebolt stated he would hope his commitment is not perceived to be a rubber stamp. He
further added that his enthusiasm for protecting the ratepayers has remained unchanged
since the first day he began serving on the Board.
Commissioner Hassler echoed Commissioner Sebolt's remarks and stated all the
Commissioners share the same sentiments. He explained the nominations and elections
method used by the Commissioners in choosing the Board officers. The ballot process
was also explained for the benefit of Mr. Teets.
Commissioner Williams asked if a plan is in place to address issues raised in the
Customer Attitude Survey relative to communication and customer satisfaction.
General Manager Pandy responded that a report will be made to the Board at a future
meeting on what strategies will be used to improve the numbers. Commissioner
Williams suggested the use of electronic communication for bill payments and
telephone messages.
Commissioner Belen asked for an update on plans to implement changes to improve the
customer service focus. General Manager Pandy reported that the management group
is well into the Total Quality Improvement (TQI) training. One of the issues identified
for quality review is the Board agenda. This involves the Board documentation process
in its entirety, from the Board information packet through the agenda and the minutes.
A questionnaire will be sent shortly to all the Commissioners for input on how the
process can be improved. Other issues identified for quality improvement are:
contract processing and the BWL's purchasing policy.
Commissioner Hassler gave some financial observations on the condition of the BWL.
He noted that it has been a very difficult year relative to financial returns and the return
on investment. He emphasized the importance of keeping a tight control on costs. The
unseasonably cool temperatures and the higher than usual rainfall have significantly
impacted revenue. Commissioner Hassler emphasized the importance of being careful
in the current time frame to not overlook and jeopardize the BWL's future earning
power. This has to be balanced with customers, and the magnitude of future rate
increases required in order to provide reliable utility services.
102 August 25, 1992
EXCUSED ABSENCE
BY COMMISSIONER SEBOLT--
SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER STROLLE
That the absence of Commissioner Evans be excused.
Adopted unanimously.
ADJOURNMENT
On motion of Commissioner Christian, the Board adjourned at 6:50 p.m.
Mary E. va, Secretary
Filed: August 28, 1992
James D. Blair, City Clerk
58
MINUTES OF BOARD OF COMMSSIONERS' MEETING
LANSING BOARD OF WATER AND LIGHT
Tuesday, June 16, 1992
The Board of Commissioners met in rescheduled regular session at 5:30 p.m, at the
Main Office Building, 123 W. Ottawa Street, Lansing, Michigan. The meeting was
called to order by Chairman Hassler.
Present: Commissioners Belen, Evans, Christian, Hassler, O'Leary, Sebolt,
and Strolle -7
Absent: Commissioner Williams -1
The Secretary declared a quorum present.
General Manager Pandy, Secretary Sova and Staff members were present.
The Invocation was given by Chairman Hassler.
The Pledge of Allegiance was said by all.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Co
BY COMMISSIONER EVANS tv
SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER CHRISTIAN Q'
d.
That minutes of regular session of May 26, 1992 be approved as mailed.
Adopted unanimously.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
CHAIRMAN HASSLER ANNOUNCED THAT MEMBERS OF THE PUBLIC WILL
BE AFFORDED THE OPPORTUNITY TO ADDRESS THE COMMISSIONERS
REGARDING ANY ITEM ON THE AGENDA AT THE TIME SUCH ITEM IS OPEN
FOR DISCUSSION BY THE COMMISSIONERS. ANYONE WISHING TO
COMMENT ON ANY MATTER NOT ON THE AGENDA MAY DO SO AT THIS
TIME OR IMMEDIATELY PRIOR TO ADJOURNMENT.
Lloyd Teets of 116 East Elm Street, Lansing, stated he would be making some
comments on the BWL's payment of return on City equity just prior to the conclusion of
the meeting.
Harold Leeman of 529 North Francis, Lansing, requested information relative to
Resolution 92-6-6 (see General Manager's Recommendations--Treasurer/Controller).
He asked for the approximate number of temporary employees expected to be hired
under the proposed temporary service contract. He asked to reserve some time for
information on the upcoming American Water Works Association (AWWA) National
Conference.
June 16, 1992 S9
PERSONNEL CO.VMTTEE REPORT
June 16, 1992
Board of Commissioners
Board of Water and Light
Lansing, MI
The Personnel Committee met on May 18, 1992 to discuss and consider the following
items:
1. Pension Fund Investments
2. Non-Bargaining Wage & Salary Plan review and compensation for
Fiscal 1992-93
Present were Personnel Committee Members Sebolt (Chair), Evans, O'Leary, and
Strolle. Also present was Commissioner Hassler.
Pension Plan
The Committee reviewed the status of the Pension Fund investments for the period
covering January 1, 1992 through March 31, 1992. Committee recommendations have
been submitted to the Pension Fund Trustees for action on June 16, 1992.
Non-Bargaining Wage & Salary Plan
and Fiscal 1992-93 Compensation
Following discussion and review of the (a) wage and salary administration for Non-
Bargaining Unit (NBU) employees, (b) salary increase survey comparison conducted by
the Human Resources Division, (c) percentage increase in the Bureau of Labor Statistics
Consumer Price Index for February 1991 v. February 1992, (d) Bargaining Unit and
Non-Bargaining Unit salary comparison, and (e) input from the Non-Bargaining Unit
Compensation Committee, the Committee adopted the following motion and
recommends Board approval:
Resolution 92-6-1
Non-Bar ag ining Unit Compensation
Fiscal Year 1992-93
A. WAGES AND SALARIES
RESOLVED, That effective July 1, 1992:
All current Non-Bargaining Unit salary ranges be increased 4.0% for
Fiscal Year 1993; 2) all current CT employees in full-time positions
receive a 4.0% General Increase, and that their performance
increases be administered according to existing policy; 3) the matrix
for non-CT's be modified to reflect rating bands in .5 step numerical
increments and that increase increments be set at .5%, according to
the attached matrix.
60 Jtme 16, 1992
B. OTHER
RESOLVED FURTHER, That
Part-time employees receive a 4.0% general increase rounded up to the
next full nickel.
Resolution 92-6-2
General Mannerpensation
RESOLVED, That effective July 1, 1992:
1. The Salary structure for Non Bargaining Unit employees be
expanded to A-20.
2. The job rating for the position of Director & General Manager
be upgraded to an A-19 and that the General Manager be
promoted to the midpoint of that grade.
3. The employment contract between the Board of Water & Light
(BWL) and Mr. Joseph Pandy, Jr. be revised to include a
deferred compensation package under Section 457f of the IRS
Code. The Board shall make annualized contributions which
shall continue so long as Joseph Pandy, Jr. is employed under
this employment contract, but shall not extend past July 1,
2007.
Respectfully submitted,
Jack R. Sebolt, Chair
Personnel Committee
BY COMMISSIONER SEBOLT --
SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER BELEN
That the Personnel Committee Report, including Resolution 92-6-1, be approved as
presented.
Adopted unanimously.
BY COMMISSIONER SEBOLT --
SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER CHRISTIAN
That the Personnel Committee Report, including Resolution 92-6-2, be approved as
presented.
Lloyd Teets remarked on the existence of the BWL in the year "2007" as referenced in
the Personnel Committee Report (Resolution 92-6-2).
Adopted unanimously.
June 16, 1992 61
Performance Increase Matrix
PROPOSED
Fiscal Year 1992 - 1993
Rating Lower Third Middle Third Upper Third
PROPOSED CURRENT PROPOSED CURRENT PROPOSED CURRENT PROPOSED CURRENT
5.5-6 6 7.0 7.5 6.0 6.5 5.0 5.5
5.0-5.49 5 6.5 6.5 5.5 5.5 4.5 4.5
4.5-5.0 6.0 5.0 4.0
4.0-4.49 4 5.5 5.5 4.5 4.5 4.0 3.5
3.5-3.99 5.0 4.0 3.0
3.0-3.49 3 4.5 4.5 3.5 3.5 2.5 2.5
2.5-2.99 4.0 3.0 2.0
2.0-2.49 2 3.5 3.5 2.5 2.5 1.5 1.5
Ranges will be increased 4.0%
Employees in upper third with a rating of 4.0-4.49 will receive 4.0%
62 June 16, 1992
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE REPORT
June 16, 1992
Board of Commissioners
Board of Water and Light
Lansing, Michigan
The Committee of the Whole met on June 16, 1992 to review proposed changes to
General Steam Service Rate No. 1.
Present were Commissioners Belen, Christian, Evans, Hassler, O'Leary, Sebolt, and
Strolle. Absent was Commissioner Williams.
Treasurer/Controller Dana Tousley presented proposed changes to Steam Rate No. 1.
First, the fuel cost adjustment is going to be "re-based" to conform with Steam
Rate No. 2. Secondly, a proposed new amine treatment adjustment to be added to
customers' billings was discussed. The net effect on Steam Rate No. 1 customers will
be a rate increase of approximately 2.1%. Steam Distribution Manager John Hundt
explained the advantages of the amine treatment process.
Following discussion, the Committee of the Whole adopted the following resolution and
recommends Board approval:
Resolution 92-6-9
Steam Rate Changes
RESOLVED, That a public hearing on the proposed changes to General
Steam Service Rate No. 1 be scheduled for August 4, 1992, at 5:30 p.m., in
the Board Room (see Attachment A). The purpose of the public hearing is
to receive public comment on revising the fuel cost adjustment and
establishing an amine treatment adjustment for Central Steam District
customers (see Attachment B).
Respectfully submitted,
Jack R. Sebolt
Committee of the Whole
BY COMMISSIONER SEBOLT--
SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER EVANS
That the Committee of the Whole Report, including Resolution 92-6-9, be
approved as presented.
Adopted unanimously.
tme b, 1
0 of water and Liignt, Lansing, Michigan On&aal Sheet No.
ATTACHMENT A
GENERAL STEAM SERVICE
PROPOSED RATE NO. 1
Availabt7ity - This rate is available to any customer receiving service from the $aegis Board of water
and Light (BFLZ) steam distribution system with a maximum gauge pressure of fifteen pounds per
square inch (15 psi).
Steam services at gauge pressures above 15 psi but not exceeding 100 psi, when available, may be
supplied at the option of the Beard BWL or upon request by the customer.
Nature of Service - Saturated steam up to a maximum gauge pressure of 15 psi except as indicated
above.
Monthly Rate
Customer Charge $3.60 per customer per month
Energy Charge Billing Months of June through November
i7.29 $6.22 per 1000 lbs. for the first 200,000 lbs.
i745 $6.56 per 1000 lbs. for all 1000 lbs. over 200,000 lbs.
Billing Months of December through May
i:39 $6.32 per 1000 lbs for the first 200,000 lbs.
64.65 $6.66 per 1000 lbs. for all 1000 lbs. over 200.000 lbs.
Surcharge - A surcharge of ten (10) percent shall be added to the above rates for steam service
supplied upon customer's request for service at gauge pressure above 15 psi but not exceeding 100 psi.
Fuel Cost Adjustment - .
of
even-&T
The pfiee ef feel per- mahen Bit* dufing &By faenth shall be the aN-er-age east of f4ael eensumed �R the
The fuel cost adjustment shall consist of an increase or decrease of 0.16 ($0.0016) cents per thousand
pounds of steam billed for each full 0.1 (SO.001) cent or fraction thereof increase or decrease in the
average delivered cost of fuel burned monthly above or below 178.7 ($1.787) cents per million Btu. (A
fraction of 0.05 ($0.0005) cents or less will not be considered a full 0.1 (SO.001) cent; a fraction of
0.06 ($0.0006) cents or greater will be considered a full 0.1 (SO.001) cent.)
The price per million Btu for each billing month shall be the average delivered cost of fuel consumed
during the preceding calendar month.
Amine Treatment Adjustment - The amine treatment adjustment allows for the monthly adjustment of
rates to reflect the actual cost incurred due to amine feed. The factor shall be applied to each
1000 pounds (lbs) billed. The factor shall consist of 1.124 times the weighted average amine cost per
1000 lbs treated during the previous month.
Tax A lustment - Bills shall be increased within the limits of any governmental authority or political
subdivision which levies taxes, license fees, franchise fees, or any other charges against the s
Adopted Effective:
V-F -.,,ate iv, .,,—
Board of Water and Light, Ia.,aing. Michigan Original Sheet No.
ATTACHMENT A
BWL's property, or its operation, or the production and/or sale of steam, to offset any such cost and
thereby prevent other customers from being compelled to share such local increases.
Minimum Charge - 63.69 per- fnef mot, - The customer charge included in the rate except that Special
Minimum Charges shall be billed when the revenue received does not adequately compensate the
Beafd BWL for the cost of furnishing service.
Delayed Payment Charge -
A delayed payment charge of
5% of the unpaid balance, excluding delayed payment charges, shall be added to any bill which is not
paid on or before the due date.
Reconnect Charge - A reconnect charge of $25.00 shall be added to any account which discontinues
and reconnects service at the same address within a twelve (12) month period.
Rules and Regulations - Service under this rate is subject to the B WI
Rules and Regulations for Steam Service which are incorporated herein by this reference.
Adopted Effective:
June 16, 1992 65
ATTACHMENT B
AMINE TREATMENT ADJUSTMENT
The Steam Utility proposes to enhance the quality of the steam it provides to its
customers by treating the steam sent to Central District customers with a
neutralizing amine. Our purpose in doing so is threefold:
1. Further improve the quality of the product we provide
2. Reduce customers operating and maintenance expenses
3. Prolong the life of customers equipment
Background Information
Metal corrosion rates are affected by the pH of the liquid or environment to which
the metal is exposed. pH is a measure of hydrogen ion activity. The practical pH
scale is from 0 to 14. A pH of 7 is considered neutral, above 7 is referred to as
alkaline or basic and below 7 is referred to as acidic. The pH of most natural
water is within the range of 4 to 9.
Different metals tend to corrode more readily at different pH's. For example,
copper and copper alloys will tend to have a higher corrosion rate at higher pH
levels and iron or steel pipe will tend to have a higher corrosion rate at lower pH
levels. Our research indicates that a pH level between 7.0 to 8.5 would be
beneficial for our customers facilities. Samples taken at customers buildings
indicate that BWL steam condensate now has a pH between 5.4 and 5.7.
Theoretically, amine addition would raise the pH to a 'basic" or alkaline level and
reduce corrosion rates.
Of our 350 customers, 19 or 5.4% currently treat their steam with a corrosion
inhibitor or amine as it enters their building. They generally treat to a pH of
approximately 7.8. A limited 1987 survey indicates that these customers were
paying anywhere from 12 cents/Mlb to 51 cents/Mlb to treat their own steam with
a corrosion inhibitor.
An Amine Treatment Pilot Program was initiated to:
• Evaluate the actual effectiveness of an amine in reducing corrosion
rates.
• Determine the cost of the BWL feeding amine relative to the cost of
customers treating at their facilities.
The first stage of the evaluation was initiated on September 27, 1990. This
involved establishing baseline data by regular sampling of the condensate and
testing of field pH and for iron and copper levels. Also, corrosion coupons (both
mild steel and admiralty) were installed in the corrosion by-pass racks and were
removed at regular intervals. These coupons were then evaluated for general
corrosion rates and any evident pitting.
Erb June lb, 1V9L
ATTTACHMENT B
Amine Treatment Adjustment
Page 2
.Tbe baseline acquisition was obtained from three locations in the downtown
distribution system. These locations were Dye Water, 312 N. Grand and the Main
Office Bldg. Baseline data was collected through February 15, 1991. Amine
treatment started on March 22, 1991. Although a target pH of 8.5 was used for the
pilot, the feed was not initiated at recommended levels but was gradually
increased until recommended pH levels were obtained. The feed was initiated in
this respect to try and protect large quantities of loose corrosion by-products
from being"ripped" loose from the system. The amine feed was continued until
May 22 when Moores Park Station was taken off line. The same monitoring data
was collected throughout the treatment phase of the evaluation as was collected
for the baseline. Additional steam production data was obtained for comparison
purposes.
The results of the monitoring data indicated that the neutralizing amine did a very
good job of reducing corrosion in the condensate system. This is evidenced by
the reduced iron and copper levels in the condensate and the reduced corrosion
rates of the various corrosion coupons.
Average Iron Levels (ppm)
Prior to After
Location Treatment Treatment
Dye Water 5.23 2.73
312 N. Grand 128.09 14.58
Main Office Bldg. 97.38 18.37
Average Copper Levels (ppm)
Prior to After
Location Treatment Treatment
Dye Water 1.143 0.054
312 N. Grand 1.008 0.119
Main Office Bldg. 7.485 0.845
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ATTACHMEW B
Amine Treatment Adjustment
Page.3
Corrosion Rates (mils/year)
90 Day Mildsteel 90 Day Admiralty
Location Prior/After Prior/After
Dye Water 7.0/0.3 0.7/0.3
312 N. Grand 10.0/7.2 0.0/0.1
Main Office Bldg. 19.5/9.8 0.1/0.0
Based on results of the pilot program, the cost to treat steam sent out to the
Central District was $0.124/Mlb. While installation of an automated control
system is expected to bring amine treatment cost closer to the theoretical value of
$0.089/Mlb. The higher pilot treatment costs have been used for our
comparisons.
Due to inherent radiant losses on the steam distribution system, steam utilized
and billed averages 89% of the steam sent out the transmission mains. Therefore,
the cost of amine treatment on a billed basis is $0.139/Mlb. Based on available
information, we are proposing that this cost be recovered through the proposed
Amine Treatment Adjustment Factor. The projected impact to the customer is
anticipated to be as follows:
Annual Annual Current Effective
Usage A.T. Charge Per Unit Increase
Cost
Average Residential 134.88 Mlb $ 18.75 36.55/Mlb 2.12%
Average Commercial 1,716.69 Mlb $238.62 $6.60/Mlb 2.11%
At this time we are recommending that a hearing date be established to obtain
customer input on the proposed Amine Treatment Program and the Adjustment
Factor.
Note that Amine Treatment of steam provided to BOC is not part
of this proposed program. The issue of conditioning BOC's steam
is being addressed separately as part of theJoint Condensate
Return Project. BOC/BWL contract provisions adequately address
treatment expenses.
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June 16, 1992
Recommendations Board of Water and Light
of Director and Lansing, Michigan
General Manager
Dear Ladies and Gentlemen:
The following items are recommended for your approval:
ADMINISTRATIVE
Res. No. 92-6-3
Approve the recommendation of the Share the Success Management Committee (STSMC)
for Performance Measures for the FY 1992/93 Share the Success Plan (STS) and that
employees will be eligible to receive a Performance Bonus of 0-5% as determined by the
final points earned for FY 1993.
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If all goals are reached, BWL will realize a cost savings of$4,075,792 and employees will
earn up to 500 points on a 5.0% STS bonus equal to$1,813,750. The net savings to BWL
will be $2,262,042. (See attached report from Employees'Performance Measures
Committee dated May 28, 1992).
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Res. No. 92-6-4
It is recommended that:
I. The Flexible Spending Account (FSC) be continued and that administration
of FSA be awarded to the Travelers Plan Administrators of Illinois, Inc.
H. The following Share the Success (STS) Bonus Options are recommended for
FY 1992/93:
1. Deferred Cash No change
2. Purchase of Vacation No change
3. Purchase of Free Choice No change
4. I.C.M.A. No change
5. FSA (Flexible Spending Account) No change
6. Vision Plan (BCBS) Policy Change**
7. Cancer Care, Intensive Care, AFLAC Plan No change
8. Charitable Contributions* No change
*This year's contributions will be split equally between two charities: Lawrence R. Davis
Sarcoidosis Foundation, Inc., and Rural Community Outreach.
** Optional Vision Insurance will no longer require the entire family unit to be enrolled in
the plan. When the employee enrolls, any or all of their dependents may participate.
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June 16, 1992 69
ENGINEERING PLANNING
Res. No. 92-6-5
Resolution Opposing Drinking Water Provisions of HR 2840 and S 1445:
WHEREAS, in July of 1991 EPA promulgated a Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA)rule
restricting the amount of lead in drinking water, and
WHEREAS, Congress is considering HR 2840 and S 1445 which seek to lower lead levels
and require shorter time frames than specified in the SDWA lead rule but utilize the same
control strategy (corrosion control) contained in the rule,and
WHEREAS,data on occurrence of lead in drinking water is inconsistent as it relates to
various sources and causes, and
WHEREAS,the Board of Water and Light practices corrosion control treatment and data
obtained during sampling for lead demonstrates that corrosion control is not effective in
controlling lead levels at the customer's tap that are due to in-home plumbing,to the level
specified in HR 2840 or S 1445, and
WHEREAS,the EPA lead rule acknowledges that lead occurrence in drinking water is due
to many factors that are not well understood, most of which are outside the control of the
water supply and independent of whether lead is contained in any portion of the water
supply system, and
WHEREAS, HR 2840 and S 1445 establish tap water lead levels that are not realistic or
achievable based on said data, and
WHEREAS, HR 2840 and S 1445 contain many such provisions which would cause
considerable expenditures of community resources to be misdirected with marginal benefit,
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Water and Light:
1. Asks the Michigan delegation to withdraw all support for the drinking water
provisions of HR 2840 and S 1445, and
2. Encourages legislative efforts to restrict lead impurities in plumbing
materials and fixtures as well as reduce other environmental sources of lead exposure where
practical, and
3. Supports additional research into the variability of lead occurrence in
drinking water,including analysis of the data obtained during compliance sampling,to assist
in identifying effective lead control strategies.
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TREASURER/CONTROLLER
Res. No. 92-6-6
Contract, Temporary Personnel Services:
Authorize the award of a 3-year contract from July 1, 1992 through June 30, 1995,to
Personnel Pool of Southwestern Michigan, Inc., Lansing, Michigan, for an estimated amount
of$1,725,085.00,for temporary labor/clerical/technical personnel services for all BWL
departments as required. Pricing is based on approximately 70,558 hours annually. First
year pricing is firm for the contract period.
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Other bidders were Manpower Temporary Services ($1,882,438.00), Advance Employment
Services ($1,803,469.00)Olsten Temporary Services ($1,962,525.00), and Smith& Bell
Personnel ($2,294,384.00).
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Res. No. 92-6-7
That the Board pay$4,592,991 to the City of Lansing as a return on City equity in its utility
system.
Further, that all Receiving Fund cash and investments remaining following the above
payment be transferred effective June 30, 1992 to the Special Project Fund for future capital
projects.
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WATER
Res. No. 92-6-8
That the Board agree to serve water to proposed Water District No. 81, Delhi Township, as
requested by resolution of the Delhi Charter Township Board on April 21, 1992, and that-in
accordance with the agreement between the Board of Water and Light and the Charter
Township of Delhi dated August 15, 1972, covering the furnishing of a potable water supply
in Delhi Township,the Board advises officials of Delhi Township as follows:
1. The Board will accept Water District No. 81 established by
Township resolution on 4/21/92, and will provide a potable
water supply to said district.
2. The Township will be required to make a$49,094.50 non-
refundable contribution-in-aid of construction to cover the
charges set forth in the Board's Rules and Regulations for
Water Service for installing the necessary distribution
facilities to serve said district.
June 16, 1992 71
WATER (Continued)
(Res. No. 92-6-8)
3. The Board and the Township are to enter into a written
agreement (Supplement LXXXI) covering the furnishing of
a potable water supply in Water District No. 81.
4. Water mains are to be installed in accordance with the
current Board's Rules and Regulations for Water Service.
Further,that upon receipt of the sum of $49,094.50 from the Township,the project be
approved for installation, and the General Manager and the Corporate Secretary be
authorized to sign the aforementioned agreement (Supplement LXXXI) to furnish a potable
water supply in Water District No. 81.
The geographical area of Water District No. 81 is as follows:
Duling Farm Estates Phase I, Lots 1 thru 35
To provide a potable water supply within the proposed new district requires the installation
of 2,275 feet of water main and fire hydrants at an estimated cost of$49,094.50.
The main extension will serve thirty-five (35) residential customers. One-time connection
fees will amount to$19,600.00. Estimated annual revenue is $10,500.00.
Water mains to be installed in Summer/Fall of 1992 following the receipt of the Township's
non-refundable contribution-in-aid of construction and the signing of the agreement.
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Res. No. 92-6-10
That the Board agree to serve water to proposed Water District No.83, Delhi Township, as
requested by resolution of the Delhi Charter Township Board on June 2, 1992, and that in
accordance with the agreement between the Board and the Charter Township of Delhi dated
August 15, 1972, covering the furnishing of a potable water supply in Delhi Township,the
Board advises officials of Delhi Township as follows:
1. The Board will accept Water District No. 83 established by Township resolution on
June 2, 1992, and will provide a potable water supply to said district.
2. The Township will be required to make a$28,485.60 non-refundable contribution-
in-aid of construction to cover the charges set forth in the Board's Rules and
Regulations for Water Service for installing the necessary distribution facilities to
serve said district.
72 June 16, 1992
WATER (Continued)
(Res. No. 92-6-10)
3. The Board and the Township are to enter into a written agreement (Supplement
LXXM) covering the furnishing of a potable water supply in Water District No.
83.
4. Water mains are to be installed in accordance with the current Board's Rules and
Regulations for Water Service.
Further, that upon receipt of the sum of$28,485.60 from the Township,the project be
approved for installation, and the General Manager and the Corporate Secretary be
authorized to sign the aforementioned agreement (Supplement LXX=) to furnish a
potable water supply in Water District No. 83.
The geographical area of Water District No. 83 is as follows:
Loch Woode Phase II Subdivision, Lots 44 thru 65.
To provide a potable water supply within the proposed new district requires the installation
of 1320 feet of water main and fire hydrants at an estimated cost of$28, 885.60.
The main extension will serve twenty-two residential customers. One-time connection fees
will amount to$12,320.00. Estimated annual revenue is$6,600.00.
Water mains to be installed in summer of 1992 following the receipt of the Township's non-
refundable contribution-in-aid of construction and the signing of the agreement.
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Respectfully�}�bmitted,
Joseph Pandy,Jr.
General Manager
JP/bb
73 June 16, 1992
BY COMMISSIONER SEBOLT--
SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER EVANS
RESOLVED, That Resolution 92-6-3 (Administrative) of the General Manager's
Recommendations be approved.
Adopted unanimously.
BY COMMISSIONER HASSLER--
SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER EVANS
RESOLVED, That Resolution 92-6-4 (Administrative) of the General Manager 's
Recommendations be approved.
Adopted unanimously.
BY COMMISSIONER SEBOLT--
SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER CHRISTIAN
RESOLVED, That Resolution 92-6-5 (Engineering Planning) of the General
Manager's Recommendations be approved.
Adopted unanimously.
BY COMMISSIONER BELEN--
SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER SEBOLT
RESOLVED, That Resolution 92-6-6 (Treasurer/Controller) of the General
Manager's Recommendations be approved.
General Manager Pandy responded to Harold Leeman's question posed earlier during the
Public Comment portion of the agenda. The proposal was based on 70,558 hours annually.
The approximate full-time equivalent of 70,558 hours annually for a working person would
compare to 35 persons. These temporary employees would be engaged only as required.
Adopted unanimously.
BY COMMISSIONER BELEN--
SECONDED BY.COMMISSIONER SEBOLT
RESOLVED, That Resolutions 92-6-7 (Treasurer/Controller) of the General
Manager's Recommendations be approved.
General Manager Pandy handed out a copy of the revised return on City equity calculation.
He noted that at the time the Board packet was delivered to each Commissioner (June 11,
1992), preliminary calculations indicated an amount of$4,593,006. General Accounting
completed a more detailed analysis resulting in an amount $15.00 less than originally reported.
The figure under consideration is now an accurate amount, based at the 3.5 percent level and
operating revenues of$131,228,325.46.
June 16, 1992 74
Lloyd Teets commented on the return on equity issue and spoke on the Open Meetings Act.
Commissioner Sebolt suggested to Mr. Teets that General Manager Pandy be contacted to
clarify any misunderstandings relative to the return on equity payment to the City.
Adopted unanimously.
BY COMMISSIONER SEBOLT--
SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER EVANS
RESOLVED, That Resolutions 92-6-8 and 92-6-10 (Water) of the General
Manager's Recommendations be approved.
Adopted unanimously.
Resolution 92-6-11
RESOLUTION HONORING DAVID J. O'LEARY
WHEREAS, It is with great pleasure that the Board of Commissioners pay tribute to
Commissioner David O'Leary on his receipt of the Hall of Fame Award from the National Art
Materials Trade Association (NAMTA). It is with pride that we take this opportunity to
acknowledge one of our own Commissioners for receiving this national award; and
WHEREAS, The NAMTA International Convention & Trade Show recently met in Las
Vegas, which is the largest gathering of the art material industry in the world. Its membership
of 2,000 firms include retailers, distributor/wholesalers, importers, manufacturers and
representatives, and publishers of art materials; and
WHEREAS, The Hall of Fame Award, which is the industry's most prestigious honor, is
presented annually to an individual who has made significant contributions to the goals of the
art material industry. David O'Leary was chosen by his peers for this distinction for his
leadership, integrity, good business practices, and for nurturing the good of the art materials
industry and the consumers who use its products; and
WHEREAS, David O'Leary becomes the 27th recipient of this coveted award presented by
his colleagues during the annual "President's Reception" held during NAMTA's International
Convention and Trade Show on May 27, 1992; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED the Board of Water and Light Commissioners
offers tribute to David O'Leary on his receipt of the Hall of Fame Award from the National
Art Materials Trade Association. We wish his continued success with his family-owned
business, O'Leary Paint, which celebrated its 100th birthday in 1990; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a copy of this resolution be transmitted to Commissioner
O'Leary as evidence of our esteem.
BY COMMISSIONER BELEN--
SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER SEBOLT
That Resolution 92-6-11, honoring Commissioner David O'Leary, be approved as
presented.
Adopted unanimously.
75 June 16, 1992
GENERAL MANAGER'S REMARKS
General Manager Pandy reported on the following activities:
Conditioned Water Supply Proposal - Meridian Township. A copy of a letter received
from the Charter Township of Meridian, dated June 4, 1992, was handed out for review.
Township officials have raised some points about the BWL's proposal of last fall. There is
renewed interest by the township on moving ahead with the BWL's proposal. Staff will be
meeting with township officials to respond to their question.
Steam Duplex Pipe. A press release, dated June 15, 1992, prepared by Director of
Communications and Marketing John Strickler was handed out. The release reports that a
steam pipe believed to be the last of its kind in the United States is being removed from the
BWL steam distribution system this summer. It was installed in 1924, making it 68 years old.
The duplex line is being removed and replaced with new steam mains. The construction area
includes Washtenaw Street from Washington to Grand Avenue, and Grand from Washtenaw to
Michigan Avenue.
City of Lansing Parking Meter Capping Bill. A copy of a letter from the City of Lansing
Public Service Department, Transportation Division, dated June 5, 1992, was handed out.
The letter advises that the City has updated and revised many of the City's Code of
Ordinances, including the Traffic Code. The letter advises that the BWL is no longer exempt
from any fees as they may relate to on-street parking regulations, which includes meter
capping fees. The City's tight financial position has driven them to charge other entities for
services provided.
Golf for SIDS. The BWL is a minor sponsor in advertising the 2nd Annual Golf for SIDS
(Sudden Infant Death Syndrome). This event will be occurring on August 3. Commissioners
interested in participating are to contact Mr. Pandy.
Thank You Letter from Chansheng He. A copy of a letter addressed to Mr. Pandy from
Chansheng He, Ph.D., dated June 11, 1992, was handed out. Mr. Pandy participated in
Michigan State University's International Leadership Program by becoming a management
mentor to an international student over the past year. Mr. He expressed gratitude in his letter
and stated that his "mentorship at the BWL has been the most successful one among the 12
fellows in the Program."
Letter to the Editor. A letter to the Editor appeared in the LANSING STATE JOURNAL on
June 10, 1992, entitled "Nice Work BWL". The letter was written by Alice Martin, regarding
the tree trimming crew's thorough job in cleaning up after their work was completed.
BWL Employee Commended for Honesty . John Schneider's column in the June 16th issue
of the LANSING STATE JOURNAL featured a nice article on BWL employee Paul
Joostberns and his wife, Susan. The story relates how the Joostberns returned a wallet
containing $263 in cash and other contents. The story basically is saying that there are honest
people in the world, and they work for the Board of Water and Light. The Commissioners
gave the Joostberns a round of applause.
June 16, 1992 76
Return on City Equity Agreement. General Manager Pandy discussed the remaining points
of the Return on Equity Agreement being negotiated with the City. Following discussion, the
following resolution was presented:
Resolution 92-6-12
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING GENERAL MANAGER AND
CORPORATE SECRETARY TO ENTER INTO A RETURN
ON EQUITY AGREEMENT SUBJECT TO CONFIRMATION
BY THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
WHEREAS, the City of Lansing has submitted a proposed Agreement governing the
transfer of a parcel located at 123 W. Ottawa St, and a Return On Equity payment; and
WHEREAS, the Board has reviewed the Agreement and offered certain modifications in
content and form; and
WHEREAS, the City has responded to some but not all of the Board's proffered
modifications; and
WHEREAS, the Board will not meet again prior to the end of the present fiscal year,
and the term of proposed Agreement is set to begin on July 1, 1992.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the General Manager and Corporate
Secretary be and are hereby conditionally authorized to enter into, on behalf of the Board of
Commissioners, an Agreement in substantially the same form and content as proposed.
However, this delegation of authority is revocable and shall be considered null and void unless
the Agreement is confirmed by a majority vote of the Board of Commissioners at the next
regularly scheduled Board meeting following the signing of the Agreement by the General
Manager and Secretary.
BY COMMISSIONER O'LEARY--
SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER BELEN
That Resolution 92-6-12 authorizing the General Manager and Corporate Secretary
to enter into a Return on Equity Agreement, subject to confirmation by the Board
of Commissioners, be approved as presented.
Adopted unanimously.
EXCUSED ABSENCE
BY COMMISSIONER BELEN--
SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER STROLLE
That the absence of Commissioner Williams be excused.
Adopted unanimously.
77 June 16, 1992
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Harold Leeman inquired who will be attending the American Water Works Association Annual
Conference (AWWA) and the budget for those attending. General Manager Pandy responded
that the Conference is being attended by six Commissioners, the General Manager and the
Corporate Secretary. Others from staff include the Water Utility Director, the Manager of
Water and Steam Planning. Also attending are four members of the BWL Water Main
Tapping Team who won the Michigan Section AWWA water tapping contest. They are being
sponsored in part by the Michigan Section of AWWA. Approximately $1,500 has been
budgeted per attendee.
Lloyd Teets spoke on freedom of choice and shared his philosophy on failure. He announced
that he founded a new company called Truth and Taxes (TNT). He said he wants to see a
proper return on equity to the City of Lansing.
ADJOURNMENT
On motion of Commissioner Christian, the Board adjourned at 6:25 p.m.
Mary E. va, Secretary
Filed: June 17, 1992
James D. Blair, City Clerk
50
May 26, 1992
Recommendations Board of Water and Light
of Director and Lansing, Michigan
General Manager
Dear Ladies and Gentlemen:
The following items are recommended for your approval:
ADMINISTRATIVE
Res. No. 92-5-2
That in accordance with Article II, Section 2.1 of the Board's Rules of Administrative
Procedure, it is recommended that the following list of dates be adopted as the regular
meeting schedule for the Boad of Water and Light Commissioners for the ensuing six (6)
months.
1992
July 28 - Tuesday
August 25 - Tuesday
September 22 - Tuesday
October 27 - Tuesday
November 24 - Tuesday
December 22 - Tuesday
Regular meetings of the Board shall commence at 5:30 p.m.
This schedule is subject to change as a result of date conflicts with rescheduled City
Council meetings.
It is further recommended that a notice of the meeting schedule be published in the
LANSING STATE JOURNAL the week of July 5, 1992.
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Res. No. 92-5-3
That the requested changes to the FY 1992 Share the Success plan be approved as
follows:
Current Proposed
Electric Cost per Unit Base= 19.62 19.37
(Mills/kwh) Goal = 18.36 18.13
Water Cost per Unit Base= 85.57 91.92
(Cents/ccf) Goal= 80.09 86.02
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May 26, 1992 51
ADMINISTRATIVE (Continued)
(Res. No. 92-5-3)
These changes result from the change in water meter reading practice from quarterly to
monthly reading. This change required an increase in the allocation of customer
accounting expense to Water Utility and a decrease to Electric Utility. (See attached
memo from Roger Ophaug, Advisor to Performance Measures Committee).
COMMUNICATIONS & MARKETING
Res. No. 92-5-4
That the BWL establish a credit of$140,242, equal to ratchet charges for kilowatt
demand paid by the Lansing Craft Centre between June, 1991 and April, 1992. This
credit may be redeemed by the Craft Centre as demand-free capacity provided that the
new electric car facility is sited at the plant. The credit may be claimed against demand
in excess of the contracted historical billing demand used in calculating the customer's
economic development rider.
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The ratchet charges represent penalties the customer has paid as a result of demand
falling below 60 percent of peak demand. The customer has already paid the penalty
charges. The charges may be recovered only if the customer returns business to the
facility in the form of the electric car project.
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Res. No. 92-5-5
That the Economic Development Rider Contract for Electric Service dated September 23,
1988, between the Lansing Board of Water and Light and Federal Forge, Inc., shall be
amended. The purpose of the amendment is to prevent penalizing the customer for
changing his hours of production in accordance with the time of use rate provided under
Primary Service Rate 5.
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The customer has negotiated an agreement with his employees to allow for more
production during off-peak periods, and little or no production during peak hours of
10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. The amendment will relieve the customer from paying ratchet
charges on the demand he has eliminated during on-peak hours.
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52 May 26, 1992
HUMAN RESOURCES
Res. No. 92-5-6
That the suggestion award to Gaylord Hunt, Steam Mechanic for Steam Distribution and
Engineering, awarded by the Board at its April 28, 1992 meeting (Resolution 92-4-8 in
the amount of$1,082.06), be increased by$650.74. This adjustment is the result of a
corrected savings figure which yielded an increase in net savings of$6,507.44 from the
figure previously submitted.
This suggestion is proposal number 1992-049,to eliminate underground steam duct
between Calcining and Dye Water Conditioning Plants.
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By implementing this proposal, it is estimated that the BWL will realize a corrected net
savings of$16,578.00 in the first year.
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Res. No. 92-5-7
That Jack Jaquette, a Dispatching Supervisor for Overhead Line Construction, be
awarded a total of$223.00 for suggestion proposal number 1992-051,to develop a new
form enabling trouble crews to gather all the pertinent information for billing, such as
type of damage, person at fault, insurance company,police officer responding to the
accident, crew names,hours of labor, material used, sketch number, etc., when handling a
trouble call.
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By implementing this proposal, it is estimated that the BWL will realize a net savings of
$1,480.00 in the first year.
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Res. No. 92-5-8
That Darryl Scott, a Steam Production Operator for Moores Park, be awarded a total of
$223.68 for suggestion proposal number 1992-131, to collect small aggregate coal
sweepings from steam plant boilers for use in pulverizer boilers at Eckert Station.
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By implementing this proposal, it is estimated that the BWL will realize a net savings of
$1,486.76 in the first year.
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May 26, 1992 53
HUMAN RESOURCES (Continued)
Res. No. 92-5-9
That Carolyn Williams, a Receiving Clerk for Stores Department, be awarded a total of
$146.08 for suggestion proposal number 1992-129,to have the shipper number printed
on labels when they are ordered.
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By implementing this proposal, it is estimated that the BWL will realize a net savings of
$710.84 in the first year.
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LEGAL
Res. No. 92-5-10
Purchase the following insurance coverage:
Public Officials and Employees Liability Insurance from the Lyman and Sheets Agency
representing Virginia Surety Company, Inc.,for one (1) year commencing April 27,
1992, at an annual premium of$76,700.00. This would provide a limit of liability of$5
million. There would be a$5,000 deductible for individual reimbursement with a
$10,000 aggregate. The corporate reimbursement deductible would be $50,000 per
claim.
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This was a negotiated renewal for this coverage. The premium and coverage are the
same as the prior coverage with the same company and agency. The next planned
bidding will be in 1994.
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PENSION
Res. No. 92-5-11
That R. Douglas Webster, Meter Reader, be placed on an early reduced pension of
$863.04 per month effective July 2, 1992. He has selected Option III with the provision
that after his death, if his wife,Joan A. Webster, survives him she will receive 15% or
$129.46 per month for the rest of her life as provided under Option III.
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Mr. Webster has worked for the BWL for 21.23 years and is 57 years of age.
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54 May 26, 1992
TREASURER/CONTROLLER
Res. No. 92-5-12
Authorize the purchase of the estimated 12 month requirements of the following
commodities for use in Dye and Wise Road Water Conditioning Plants, Moores Park
Steam Plant, and Eckert and Erickson Stations. Pricing is firm through May 31, 1993.
Commodity quantities are released as required over the 12 month period. All
commodities were competitively bid in accordance with the BWL Purchasing Policy and
Procedures. Below is a summary of the lowest and best evaluated bids.
Annual Quantity Annual Cost
Commodity (Estimated) Unit Cost (Estimated) Vendor
Hydrofluosilicic Acid 160 T $151.34/T $24,214.40 LCI Limited
Pebble Quicklime 11,000 T 54.30/T 597,300.00 Marblehead Lime Co.
Soda Ash 1,600 T 146.34/T 234,144.00 General Chemical Corp.
Granulated Salt 320 T 66.75/T 21,360.00 AKZO Salt,Inc.
Sulfuric Acid 528 T 58.00/T 30,624.00 Carrier-Stephens,Inc.
Caustic Soda 145.6 T 385.00/T 56,056.00 Carrier-Stephens,Inc.
Liquid Chlorine 97 T 278.00/T 26,966.00 Cardinal Chemical Corp.
Molten Sulfur 157 T 110.00/T 17,270.00 Marsulex,Inc.
Sodium Hexametaphosphate 36,000 T .565/lb. 20,340.00 Haviland Products Co.
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Respectfully ubmitted,
Joseph Pandy,Jr.
General Manager
JP/bb
May 26, 1992 55
BY COMMISSIONER SEBOLT--
SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER STROLLE
RESOLVED, That Resolutions 92-5-2 and 92-5-3, respectively, (Administrative)
of the General Manager's Recommendations be approved.
Adopted unanimously.
BY COMMISSIONER SEBOLT--
SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER STROLLE
RESOLVED, That Resolutions 92-5-4 and 92-5-5, respectively,
(Communications/Marketing) of the General Manager's Recommendations be
approved.
Adopted unanimously.
BY COMMISSIONER SEBOLT--
SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER STROLLE
RESOLVED, That Resolutions 92-5-6 through 92-5-9, respectively, (Human
Resources) of the General Manager's Recommendations be approved.
Adopted unanimously.
BY COMMISSIONER STROLLE--
SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER WILLIAMS
RESOLVED, That Resolution 92-5-10 (Legal) of the General Manager's
Recommendations be approved.
Adopted unanimously.
BY COMMISSIONER SEBOLT--
SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER CHRISTIAN
RESOLVED, That Resolution 92-5-11 (Pension) of the General Manager's
Recommendations be approved.
Adopted unanimously.
BY COMMISSIONER BELEN--
SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER SEBOLT
RESOLVED, That Resolution 92-5-12 (Treasurer/Controller) of the General
Manager's Recommendations be approved.
Adopted unanimously.
May 27, 1992 49
CONIlVHTTEE OF THE WHOLE REPORT
May 26, 1992
Board of Commissioners
Board of Water and Light
Lansing, Michigan
The Committee of the Whole met on May 5, 1992 to review the preliminary fiscal
1992-93 operating budget and projected revenue requirements.
Present were Commissioners Williams (Chair Pro Tem), Belen, Christian, Evans,
Hassler, O'Leary, and Commissioner Strolle. Absent was Commissioner Sebolt.
The Treasurer/Controller Dana Tousley reviewed projected revenue requirements for the
electric, water and steam utilities for the ten-year period 1993-2002. He reported that it
appears the BWL needs to increase water revenue in fiscal 1994 and beyond. The
minimum revenue increase required is 8-9% each year for three years. The latest cost of
service study determines the exact rate increase for each customer class. It was also
reported that the BWL should continue with plans for a bond issue sometime in fiscal
1994.
Following staff's presentation and discussion, the Committee of the Whole adopted the
following resolution and recommends Board approval:
Resolution 92-5-1
Fiscal 1992-93 Budget
1. RESOLVED, That the annual budget covering fiscal year 1992-93 be
approved as presented (see Attachment A).
2. FURTHER RESOLVED, That the capital projects in Exhibit 3 of the
budget be authorized in the amount of the project estimate. Capital
expenditures for fiscal 1992-93 are limited to the amount included in
the budget.
Respectfully submitted,
Gerald W. Williams, Chair Pro Tem
Committee of the Whole
BY COMMISSIONER WILLIAMS--
SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER BELEN
That the Committee of the Whole Report, including Resolution 92-5-1, be
approved as presented.
Adopted unanimously.
Commissioner Belen asked for a clarification with the term "beyond" referenced in the
third paragraph, third line, of the committee report. Treasurer/Controller Tousley
responded that the term "beyond" includes fiscal years 1995 and 1996.
48
NIINUTES OF BOARD OF COMNIISSIONERS' MEETING
LANSING BOARD OF WATER AND LIGHT
Tuesday, May 27, 1992
The Board of Commissioners met in regular session at 5:30 p.m, at the Main Office
Building, 123 W. Ottawa Street, Lansing, Michigan. The meeting was called to order
by Chairman Hassler.
Present: Commissioners Belen, Christian, Hassler, O'Leary, Sebolt,
Williams and Strolle -7
Absent: Commissioner Evans -1
The Secretary declared a quorum present.
General Manager Pandy, Secretary Sova and Staff members were present.
The Invocation was given by Chairman Hassler.
The Pledge of Allegiance was said by all.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
BY COMMISSIONER SEBOLT
SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER BELEN
That minutes of regular session of April 28, 1992 be approved as mailed.
Adopted unanimously.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
CHAIRMAN HASSLER ANNOUNCED THAT MEMBERS OF THE PUBLIC WILL
BE AFFORDED THE OPPORTUNITY TO ADDRESS THE COMMISSIONERS
REGARDING ANY ITEM ON THE AGENDA AT THE TIME SUCH ITEM IS OPEN
FOR DISCUSSION BY THE COMMISSIONERS. ANYONE WISHING TO
COMMENT ON ANY MATTER NOT ON THE AGENDA MAY DO SO AT THIS
TIME OR IMMEDIATELY PRIOR TO ADJOURNMENT.
No persons spoke.
56 May 26, 1992
GENERAL MANAGER'S REMARKS
General Manager Pandy reported on the following activities:
MMCG Proposal Letter to Consumers Power Company. A letter from Joseph Wolfe,
Chair of the Michigan Municipal Cooperative Group (MMCG) Steering Committee, dated
May 19, 1992, addressed to Frederick Buckman, President of Consumers Power Company,
was handed out for review. The letter pertains to ongoing discussion, negotiations and
litigation over transmission access.
Suring, 1990 MMEA Utility Fund Transfer Survey. A copy of the Utility Fund Transfer
Survey Results, conducted this spring by the Michigan Municipal Electric Association
(MMEA), was handed out for information. Roughly half of MMEA's members responded to
the survey. Results indicate that payments to cities by municipal utilities generally range from
3.5% to 6.5%. The survey also touched on the availability of a "disaster" fund or "capital
Improvements" fund and the loaning of funds to other departments or to the general fund for
various municipal projects.
1990 APPA Financial and Operating Ratios Survey. A copy of the results of an American
Public Power Association (APPA) survey on financial and operating ratios through the year
1990 was handed out. General Manager Pandy compared BWL ratios for the years 1990 and
1989. BWL ratios were also compared with APPA ratios (1990) of all collective utilities.
Following discussion, Mr. Pandy indicated he would report back with additional information
on the following APPA survey items in response to questions raised by several
Commissioners:
12. Total O&M Expense (Excl. Power Supply Exp.) per Retail Customer ($)
17. Customer Accounting, Service and Sales Expense per Retail Customer($)
18. Administrative and General Expenses per Retail Customer ($)
21. OSHA Incidence Rate (per 100 employees)
National Emergency Plan Exercise. A national emergency exercise, called "June X '92" is
scheduled for June 17 wherein the Lansing Fire Department will exercise the City of Lansing
emergency response operation center. The BWL will also be involved to show preparedness to
responding to a national security type crisis. BWL employees will be going through the
practice exercise on June 17.
Electric Utility Division Safety Stats. Improved safety statistics in the Electric Utility
Division as compared to last year were highlighted. The only area of concern noted was that
vehicle accidents are up.
Lynn McKinstry is First Female Electric System Operator. The first female Electric
System Operator in the history of the BWL has been placed at the Brush Electric System
Operation Center (BESOC). Her previous position was an Operator A at Eckert Station. As
with all transfers and promotions, this "first" will be highlighted in the next issue of the
WATTS AND DROPS.
May 26, 1992 57
City of Lansing Draft Agreement on Return on Equity. The Commissioners received a
copy of a draft agreement on the BWL's payment of return on City equity. General Manager
Pandy reported that Staff Attorney Larry Wilhite has corresponded with the City Attorney on
May 22, 1992, regarding some suggested changes. The proposed modifications were outlined
and the Commissioners were asked for their input. Following discussion, Mr. Pandy stated
that negotiations with the city are expected to proceed in an orderly manner. Once mutual
consent is reached on the draft agreement language, the agreement will be submitted to the
Board for approval.
June Board Meeting Rescheduled. At the April Board meeting, the Commissioners agreed
to reschedule the regular meeting of June 23 to June 16.
Committee of the Whole to Review Steam Rates. The Committee of the Whole will meet
on June 16 to consider setting a public hearing to (1) change steam rates to accommodate an
amine cost adjustment factor and (b) rebase fuel cost adjustment for General Steam Service,
Rate No. 1.
COMMISSIONER'S REMARKS
Commissioner Hassler appointed Commissioner Strolle to serve as Chair of the Nominating
Committee for officers of the Board. Election of officers will take place at the Organizational
Meeting of the Board on July 28, 1992.
EXCUSED ABSENCE
BY COMMISSIONER SEBOLT--
SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER STROLLE
That the absence of Commissioner Evans be excused.
Adopted unanimously.
ADJOURNMENT
On motion of Commissioner Christian, the Board adjourned at 6:05 p.m.
✓�VL� , ��ev�
Mary E. S , Secretary
Filed: May 29, 1992
James D. Blair, City Clerk
50
May 26, 1992
Recommendations Board of Water and Light
of Director and Lansing, Michigan
General Manager
Dear Ladies and Gentlemen:
The following items are recommended for your approval:
ADMINISTRATIVE
Res. No. 92-5-2
That in accordance with Article H, Section 2.1 of the Board's Rules of Administrative
Procedure, it is recommended that the following list of dates be adopted as the regular
meeting schedule for the Boad of Water and Light Commissioners for the ensuing six (6)
months.
1992
July 28 - Tuesday
August 25 - Tuesday
September 22 - Tuesday
October 27 - Tuesday
November 24 - Tuesday
December 22 - Tuesday
Regular meetings of the Board shall commence at 5:30 p.m.
This schedule is subject to change as a result of date conflicts with rescheduled City
Council meetings.
It is further recommended that a notice of the meeting schedule be published in the
LANSING STATE JOURNAL the week of July 5, 1992.
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Res. No. 92-5-3
That the requested changes to the FY 1992 Share the Success plan be approved as
follows:
Current Proposed
Electric Cost per Unit Base = 19.62 19.37
(Mills/kwh) Goal = 18.36 18.13
Water Cost per Unit Base= 85.57 91.92
(Cents/ccf) Goal = 80.09 86.02
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May 27, 1992 49
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE REPORT
May 26, 1992
Board of Commissioners
Board of Water and Light
Lansing, Michigan
The Committee of the Whole met on May 5, 1992 to review the preliminary fiscal
1992-93 operating budget and projected revenue requirements.
Present were Commissioners Williams (Chair Pro Tem), Belen, Christian, Evans,
Hassler, O'Leary, and Commissioner Strolle. Absent was Commissioner Sebolt.
The Treasurer/Controller Dana Tousley reviewed projected revenue requirements for the
electric, water and steam utilities for the ten-year period 1993-2002. He reported that it
appears the BWL needs to increase water revenue in fiscal 1994 and beyond. The
minimum revenue increase required is 8-9% each year for three years. The latest cost of
service study determines the exact rate increase for each customer class. It was also
reported that the BWL should continue with plans for a bond issue sometime in fiscal
1994.
Following staffs presentation and discussion, the Committee of the Whole adopted the
following resolution and recommends Board approval:
Resolution 92-5-1
Fiscal 1992-93 Budget
1. RESOLVED, That the annual budget covering fiscal year 1992-93 be
approved as presented (see Attachment A).
2. FURTHER RESOLVED, That the capital projects in Exhibit 3 of the
budget be authorized in the amount of the project estimate. Capital
expenditures for fiscal 1992-93 are limited to the amount included in
the budget.
Respectfully submitted,
Gerald W. Williams, Chair Pro Tern
Committee of the Whole
BY COMMISSIONER WILLIAMS--
SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER BELEN
That the Committee of the Whole Report, including Resolution 92-5-1, be
approved as presented.
Adopted unanimously.
Commissioner Belen asked for a clarification with the term "beyond" referenced in the
third paragraph, third line, of the committee report. Treasurer/Controller Tousley
responded that the term "beyond" includes fiscal years 1995 and 1996.
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MINUTES OF BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS' MEETING
LANSING BOARD OF WATER AND LIGHT
Tuesday, May 27, 1992
The Board of Commissioners met in regular session at 5:30 p.m, at the Main Office
Building, 123 W. Ottawa Street, Lansing, Michigan. The meeting was called to order
by Chairman Hassler.
Present: Commissioners Belen, Christian, Hassler, O'Leary, Sebolt,
Williams and Strolle -7
Absent: Commissioner Evans -1
The Secretary declared a quorum present.
General Manager Pandy, Secretary Sova and Staff members were present. r"
c i
The Invocation was given by Chairman Hassler.
The Pledge of Allegiance was said by all.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
NO
BY COMMISSIONER SEBOLT cn
SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER BELEN -�
That minutes of regular session of April 28, 1992 be approved as mailed.
Adopted unanimously.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
CHAIRMAN HASSLER ANNOUNCED THAT MEMBERS OF THE PUBLIC WILL
BE AFFORDED THE OPPORTUNITY TO ADDRESS THE COMMISSIONERS
REGARDING ANY ITEM ON THE AGENDA AT THE TIME SUCH ITEM IS OPEN
FOR DISCUSSION BY THE COMMISSIONERS. ANYONE WISHING TO
COMMENT ON ANY MATTER NOT ON THE AGENDA MAY DO SO AT THIS
TIME OR IMMEDIATELY PRIOR TO ADJOURNMENT.
No persons spoke.
May 26, 1992 51
ADMINISTRATIVE(Continued)
(Res. No. 92-5-3)
These changes result from the change in water meter reading practice from quarterly to
monthly reading. This change required an increase in the allocation of customer
accounting expense to Water Utility and a decrease to Electric Utility. (See attached
memo from Roger Ophaug, Advisor to Performance Measures Committee).
COMMUNICATIONS & MARKETING
Res. No. 92-5-4
That the BWL establish a credit of$140,242, equal to ratchet charges for kilowatt
demand paid by the Lansing Craft Centre between June, 1991 and April, 1992. This
credit may be redeemed by the Craft Centre as demand-free capacity provided that the
new electric car facility is sited at the plant. The credit may be claimed against demand
in excess of the contracted historical billing demand used in calculating the customer's
economic development rider.
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The ratchet charges represent penalties the customer has paid as a result of demand
falling below 60 percent of peak demand. The customer has already paid the penalty
charges. The charges may be recovered only if the customer returns business to the
facility in the form of the electric car project.
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Res. No. 92-5-5
That the Economic Development Rider Contract for Electric Service dated September 23,
1988,between the Lansing Board of Water and Light and Federal Forge, Inc., shall be
amended. The purpose of the amendment is to prevent penalizing the customer for
changing his hours of production in accordance with the time of use rate provided under
Primary Service Rate 5.
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The customer has negotiated an agreement with his employees to allow for more
production during off-peak periods, and little or no production during peak hours of
10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. The amendment will relieve the customer from paying ratchet
charges on the demand he has eliminated during on-peak hours.
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52 May 26, 1992
HUMAN RESOURCES
Res. No. 92-5-6
That the suggestion award to Gaylord Hunt, Steam Mechanic for Steam Distribution and
Engineering, awarded by the Board at its April 28, 1992 meeting (Resolution 92-4-8 in
the amount of$1,082.06),be increased by$650.74. This adjustment is the result of a
corrected savings figure which yielded an increase in net savings of$6,507.44 from the
figure previously submitted.
This suggestion is proposal number 1992-049,to eliminate underground steam duct
between Calcining and Dye Water Conditioning Plants.
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By implementing this proposal, it is estimated that the BWL will realize a corrected net
savings of$16,578.00 in the first year.
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Res. No. 92-5-7
That Jack Jaquette, a Dispatching Supervisor for Overhead Line Construction,be
awarded a total of$223.00 for suggestion proposal number 1992-051, to develop a new
form enabling trouble crews to gather all the pertinent information for billing, such as
type of damage,person at fault, insurance company,police officer responding to the
accident, crew names, hours of labor, material used, sketch number, etc., when handling a
trouble call.
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By implementing this proposal, it is estimated that the BWL will realize a net savings of
$1,480.00 in the first year.
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Res. No. 92-5-8
That Darryl Scott, a Steam Production Operator for Moores Park, be awarded a total of
$223.68 for suggestion proposal number 1992-131,to collect small aggregate coal
sweepings from steam plant boilers for use in pulverizer boilers at Eckert Station.
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By implementing this proposal, it is estimated that the BWL will realize a net savings of
$1,486.76 in the first year.
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May 26, 1992
HUMAN RESOURCES (Contdnued)
be awarded a total of
Res.No. 92-5-9 Clerk for Stores Department, printed
a Receiving r number
That Carolyn Williams, ro sal number 1992-129,to have the shipper
$146.08 for suggestion p P°
on labels when they are ordered.
implementing this Proposal,it is estimated tha
t the BWL will realize a net savings of
By
$710.84 in the first year.
LEGAL
Res.No.92-5-10
Purchase the following insurance coverage-
purchase Sheets Agency
year commencing April 27,
icials and EmployeeS LiabilitInsurance r e 1�the Lymanwit of liability of$5
Public Off Virginia Suety Company, This would provide a
representing reimbursement
with a
700.00.
1992, at an annual premium of $76, 50,000 per
There would be a$5,000 deduct deductible would be$
million. rate reimbursement
$10,000 aggregate. The corporate
claim. __ -_________
premium and coverage are the
This was a negotiated renewal for this coverage. e
same as the prior coverage with the same company and agency. The next planned
bidding will be in 1994•
PES ION
Rom.No.92-5-11
laced on an early reduced pension of
Douglas Webster,Meter Reader,be p option III with the provision
That R.Doug eves him she will receive 15% or
4 r month effective July 2, A 9webstera survives ion III.
$863.0 per rovided under Opt
that after his man h fohis
the rest of ath,if her life as p
$129.46 per --------------------
ed for the BWZ-for 21.23 year's and is 57 years of age.
Mr.Webster has work
May 26, 1992
' "- URER/CON TROLLER
Res.No. 92-5-12
Authorize the purchase of the estimated 12
commodities for use in D month requirements
Steam Punt, and Eckert and and Wise Road Water Conditioning p the following
Commodity quantities Erickson Stations. p�c f mng Plants, Moores park
commodities were comma released as required over the 12 irm through May 31, 1993.
Procedures. Below is asumm competitively
bid in accordance with the B nth period. All
summary of the lowest and best evaluated bl hasing policy and
Qnm9d,YX
Annual Quantity
t _Vol Annual
Hydrofluosilicic Acid t
m Vendor
�Pebble 160 T Quicklime $151.34/T $24 214.40
Soda Ash 11,000 T 54 30/T LCI L'
Granulated Salt 1,600 T 597,300.00 unrted
146.34/T 234,144 00 Marblehead Lime Co.
Sulfuric Acid 320 T 66 75/T General Chemical Corp.
Caustic Soda 528 T 21,360.00
Liquid 145.E T 58.00/T 30,624.00 AKZ�Salt,Inc.
9 Chlorine 385.00/T Carrier-Stephens,Inc.
Molten Sulfur 97 T 278.00/T 56,056.00 Carrier-Stephens,Inc.
Sodium Hexametaphosphate 157 T 110.0 26,966.00 Cardinal
36,000 T 0/T 17,270.00 Chemical Corp.
.565/Ib. 20,340.00 Masulex,Inc.
Haviland Products Co.
Respectfully ubmitted,
Joseph Pandy,Jr.
J'/bb General Manager*
May 26, 1992 55
BY COMMISSIONER SEBOLT--
SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER STROLLE
RESOLVED, That Resolutions 92-5-2 and 92-5-3, respectively, (Administrative)
of the General Manager's Recommendations be approved.
Adopted unanimously.
BY COMMISSIONER SEBOLT--
SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER STROLLE
RESOLVED, That Resolutions 92-5-4 and 92-5-5, respectively,
(Communications/Marketing) of the General Manager's Recommendations be
approved.
Adopted unanimously.
BY COMMISSIONER SEBOLT--
SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER STROLLE
RESOLVED, That Resolutions 92-5-6 through 92-5-9, respectively, (Human
Resources) of the General Manager's Recommendations be approved.
Adopted unanimously.
BY COMMISSIONER STROLLE--
SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER WILLIAMS
RESOLVED, That Resolution 92-5-10 (Legal) of the General Manager's
Recommendations be approved.
Adopted unanimously.
BY COMMISSIONER SEBOLT--
SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER CHRISTIAN
RESOLVED, That Resolution 92-5-11 (Pension) of the General Manager's
Recommendations be approved.
Adopted unanimously.
BY COMMISSIONER BELEN--
SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER SEBOLT
RESOLVED, That Resolution 92-5-12 (Treasurer/Controller) of the General
Manager's Recommendations be approved.
Adopted unanimously.
56 May 26, 1992
GENERAL MANAGER'S REMARKS
General Manager Pandy reported on the following activities:
MMCG Proposal Letter to Consumers Power Company. A letter from Joseph Wolfe,
Chair of the Michigan Municipal Cooperative Group (MMCG) Steering Committee, dated
May 19, 1992, addressed to Frederick Buckman, President of Consumers Power Company,
was handed out for review. The letter pertains to ongoing discussion, negotiations and
litigation over transmission access.
Spring. 1990 MMEA Utility Fund Transfer Survey. A copy of the Utility Fund Transfer
Survey Results, conducted this spring by the Michigan Municipal Electric Association
(MMEA), was handed out for information. Roughly half of MMEA's members responded to
the survey. Results indicate that payments to cities by municipal utilities generally range from
3.5% to 6.5%. The survey also touched on the availability of a "disaster" fund or "capital
Improvements" fund and the loaning of funds to other departments or to the general fund for
various municipal projects.
1990 APPA Financial and Operating Ratios Survey. A copy of the results of an American
Public Power Association (APPA) survey on financial and operating ratios through the year
1990 was handed out. General Manager Pandy compared BWL ratios for the years 1990 and
1989. BWL ratios were also compared with APPA ratios (1990) of all collective utilities.
Following discussion, Mr. Pandy indicated he would report back with additional information
on the following APPA survey items in response to questions raised by several
Commissioners:
12. Total O&M Expense (Excl. Power Supply Exp.) per Retail Customer ($)
17. Customer Accounting, Service and Sales Expense per Retail Customer($)
18. Administrative and General Expenses per Retail Customer ($)
21. OSHA Incidence Rate (per 100 employees)
National Emergency Plan Exercise. A national emergency exercise, called "June X '92" is
scheduled for June 17 wherein the Lansing Fire Department will exercise the City of Lansing
emergency response operation center. The BWL will also be involved to show preparedness to
responding to a national security type crisis. BWL employees will be going through the
practice exercise on June 17.
Electric Utility Division Safety Stats. Improved safety statistics in the Electric Utility
Division as compared to last year were highlighted. The only area of concern noted was that
vehicle accidents are up.
Lynn McKinstry is First Female Electric System Operator. The first female Electric
System Operator in the history of the BWL has been placed at the Brush Electric System
Operation Center (BESOC). Her previous position was an Operator A at Eckert Station. As
with all transfers and promotions, this "first" will be highlighted in the next issue of the
WATTS AND DROPS.
May 26, 1992 57
City of Lansing Draft Agreement on Return on Equity. The Commissioners received a
copy of a draft agreement on the BWL's payment of return on City equity. General Manager
Pandy reported that Staff Attorney Larry Wilhite has corresponded with the City Attorney on
May 22, 1992, regarding some suggested changes. The proposed modifications were outlined
and the Commissioners were asked for their input. Following discussion, Mr. Pandy stated
that negotiations with the city are expected to proceed in an orderly manner. Once mutual
consent is reached on the draft agreement language, the agreement will be submitted to the
Board for approval.
Tune Board Meeting Rescheduled. At the April Board meeting, the Commissioners agreed
to reschedule the regular meeting of June 23 to June 16.
Committee of the Whole to Review Steam Rates. The Committee of the Whole will meet
on June 16 to consider setting a public hearing to (1) change steam rates to accommodate an
amine cost adjustment factor and (b) rebase fuel cost adjustment for General Steam Service,
Rate No. 1.
COMMISSIONER'S REMARKS
Commissioner Hassler appointed Commissioner Strolle to serve as Chair of the Nominating
Committee for officers of the Board. Election of officers will take place at the Organizational
Meeting of the Board on July 28, 1992.
EXCUSED ABSENCE
BY COMMISSIONER SEBOLT--
SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER STROLLE
That the absence of Commissioner Evans be excused.
Adopted unanimously.
ADJOURNMENT
On motion of Commissioner Christian, the Board adjourned at 6:05 p.m.
A(/I ,
Mary E. S , Secretary
Fi. May 2 ' 92
James D. Blair, 'City Clerk
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32 t -
MINUTES OF BOARD OF COM IISSIONERS' MEETING
LANSING BOARD OF WATER AND LIGHT
Tuesday, Apri128, 1992
The Board of Commissioners met in regular session at 5:30 p.m, at the Main Office
Building, 123 W. Ottawa Street, Lansing, Michigan. The meeting was called to order
by Chairman Hassler.
Present: Commissioners Belen, Evans, Christian, Hassler, O'Leary, Sebolt,�
and Strolle -7
Absent: Williams -1 v.
The Secretary declared a quorum present. Lo
General Manager Pandy, Assistant General Manager Wolfe, Secretary Sova and off
members were present.
The Invocation was given by Chairman Hassler.
The Pledge of Allegiance was said by all.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
BY COMMISSIONER SEBOLT
SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER BELEN
That minutes of regular session of March 24, 1992 be approved as mailed.
Adopted unanimously.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
CHAIRMAN HASSLER ANNOUNCED THAT MEMBERS OF THE PUBLIC WILL
BE AFFORDED THE OPPORTUNITY TO ADDRESS THE COMMISSIONERS
REGARDING ANY ITEM ON THE AGENDA AT THE TIME SUCH ITEM IS OPEN
FOR DISCUSSION BY THE COMMISSIONERS. ANYONE WISHING TO
COMMENT ON ANY MATTER NOT ON THE AGENDA MAY DO SO AT THIS
TIME OR IMMEDIATELY PRIOR TO ADJOURNMENT.
Martha Johnson, representing the Michigan Pure Water Council, Inc., 424 River Street,
Lansing, handed out a letter to each Commissioner detailing her activities in Grand
Rapids on the fluoridation issue. She read excerpts of the July 24, 1944 and July 31,
1944 Grand Rapids City Commission minutes relative to a proposed health survey in the
City of Grand Rapids. Ms. Johnson referred to a copy of a letter addressed to her from
the Editor of Better Nutrition for Today's Living, dated October 22, 1991, regarding an
editorial on the fluoridation controversy.
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April 28, 1992
Commissioner Hassler thanked Ms. Johnson for taking time to address the Board. He
explained that the Commissioners cannot take action on the fluoridation question. The
BWL is following the actions of the City and its residents.. He added that fluoridating
the water supply was initiated by a City of Lansing resolution, and the city residents
voted on two separate occasions (m 1965 and again in 1980) in support of the City's
decision.
Lloyd Teets, 116 E. Elm Street, Lansing, gave his observations relative to the BWL
proposal approved by the City of Lansing on April 27, 1992, which will aid in relieving
the city's budget deficit this fiscal year. He told the Commissioners that he is planning
to make a trip to Belle River next month to investigate how much the City ratepayers are
contributing to the school district in Belle River. He also stated that he is in favor of a
dual rate system separating rates for City and suburban customers.
Harold Leeman, 529 N. Francis, Lansing, spoke in opposition to Resolution 92-4-1
(Administrative), relative to retaining consulting services for Total Quality
Improvement. He commented that a consultant should not be necessary for improved
communications. He encouraged better communication with the City of Lansing Public
Service Department. He commented on Resolution 92-4-3 (Communications/
Marketing), relative to the annual customer attitude survey. He asked that the City of
Lansing be contacted for their input in developing questions for the annual survey. He
also asked for further information on Resolution 92-4-13 (Legal), specifically which
attorneys were new to the list of outside attorneys being recommended to be retained by
the BWL.
CONMUTTEE OF THE WHOLE REPORT
April 14, 1992
Board of Commissioners
Board of Water and Light
Lansing, Michigan
The Committee of the Whole met on April 14, 1992 to receive a briefing from staff on
the following items:
1. Customer Focus/Total Quality Improvement.
2. Demand Ratchet Relief for Lansing Craft Centre.
Present were Commissioners Williams (Chair Pro Tem), Belen, Christian, Evans,
Hassler, O'Leary, Sebolt, and Commissioner Strolle.
Customer Focus/Total Quality Improvement. Presentations were made by Consumer
Services Director Terry Graham and IBEW Union 352 Business Agent Max Zemer in
support of initiating a formal organization-wide Total Quality Improvement (TQI)
process. A union/management Total Quality Improvement Steering Committee has been
established as a result of the 1991 strategic planning process. This proposal is in
response to one of the charges of the committee, to partner with an outside firm to assist
them on the path towards Total Quality. The focus of TQI is to create a framework
towards allowing the BWL to be the benchmark for customer satisfaction for internal
and external customers. The recommended consultant--Mr. Harry Lebovitz, President
of Prism.CLS--presented an overview of the four phases to be implemented for the
training components. Among the key concepts to be included in the Quality
Improvement Process are:
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April 28, 1992
■ customer focus
■ problem solving
■ teamwork
■ employee empowerment
■ data-based decision making
leading towards constant, incremental improvements in the way business is conducted at
the BWL. A resolution to engage the consulting services of Prism.ClS to implement a
Total Quality Improvement Process at the BWL will be presented by the General
Manager at the regular meeting in April for Board action. (See General Manager's
Recommendations.)
Demand Ratchet Relief for Lansing Craft Centre: A suggested solution offering a
possible ratchet relief for the B-O-C Lansing Craft Centre was discussed. Staff's
proposed recommendation will be presented for action at the regular Board meeting on
May 26, 1992.
Executive Session The Commissioners met in closed session to consult with the Staff
Attorney on the following matters:
■ Legal Opinion on Return on Equity
■ Consumers Power Litigation
■ Motor Wheel Disposal Site Litigation.
Respectfully submitted,
Gerald W. Williams, Chair Pro Tem
Committee of the Whole
BY COMMISSIONER HASSLER--
SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER BELEN
That the Committee of the Whole Report be approved as presented.
Adopted unanimously.
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April 28, 1992
Recommendations Board of Water and Light
of Director and Lansing, Michigan
General Manager
Dear Ladies and Gentlemen:
The following items are recommended for your approval:
ADMINISTRATIVE
Res. No. 92-4-1
That a multiphase contract for Consulting Services, Total Quality Improvement (TQI)
Process be awarded to Prism/CLS of Farmington Hills, Michigan,for a cost not to exceed
$176,300. The services under this contract are divided into four phases:
Phase IA in the amount not to exceed$38,400 for development of core skills for
the TQI Steering Committee.
Phase IB in the amount not to exceed$27,200 for additional TQI Steering
Committee skill development.
Phase II in the amount not to exceed$110,700 for establishing and educating pilot
cross-functional project teams.
Phase III for ongoing consultation at the rate of $162.50 per day,plus expenses,to
assist in the implemention of the TQI process throughout the organization.
A written authorization to proceed will be required for each phase.
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This recommendation is in accordance with Strategic Planning VII Task Force report on
Customer Focus/Quality.
Other Consultants submitting proposals were, Kaset International ($182,400), Towers
Perrin ($190,720), 3M Quality Management Services ($203,360), Qualtec Quality
Services, Inc. ($283,520), and Maritz Motivation Company (%of payback). Practical
Management, Inc. declined to bid.
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Res. No. 92-4-2
WHEREAS, the followin cases are currently pending before the Federal Energy
Regulatory Commission cases QF87-237, ER89-256, EC89-10, ES91-4, ER90-333,
ER91-176, and ER92-198); Securities and Exchange Commission (File No. 69-333--
CMS Energy exemption revocation); and United States Court of Appeals for the District
of Columbia Circuit (cases 90-1580, 91-1025, 91-1173, 91-1366, 91-1388, 91-1460, 91-
1474, 91-1475 and 91-1484) to which the Board is a party and the outcome of which will
affect the Board's power supply rights or related interests; and
36 April 28, 1992
ADMINISTRATIVE (Continued)
(Res. No. 91-4-2)
WHEREAS,the law firm of Spiegel & McDiarmid is currently representing the Board in
the preceding matters and is concurrently representing or expects to represent numerous
other Michigan cities and entities (including consumer-owned electric utilities such as the
Michigan Public Power Agency,the Michigan South Central Power Agency, and the
Wolverine Power Supply Cooperative) which have energy-related interests similar to
those of the Board in connection with the pending cases and related power supply
matters; and
WHEREAS,in light of developments since the original retention agreement with Spiegel
&McDiarmid was first entered into, it is desirable to amend and restate the agreement so
as to expressly confirm Spiegel& McDiarmid's authority to prosecute a civil antitrust
action against Consumers Power Company and related entities and to reflect certain other
changes; and
WHEREAS, it is advisable and in the best interests of the Board to continue to retain
special legal counsel to represent the Board in connection with those or similar cases and
to take other actions on the Board's behalf necessary to secure the Board's power supply
rights; and
WHEREAS, the joint legal representation by Spiegel & McDiarmid of the Board and
other cities or entities with similar interests in connection with these energy-related
matters will likely result in enhanced effectiveness, cost reductions and mutual benefits;
and
WHEREAS, a written agreement (the "First Amended and Restated Retention
Agreement" or "Agreement") has been prepared to retain and authorize Spiegel&
McDiarmid,with the oversight of a steering committee as provided by the Agreement,to
take all reasonable actions on behalf of the Board in connection with the pending and
future cases and related power supply matters; and
WHEREAS, it has been found that all of the terms of the proposed Agreement are
acceptable to the Board and protective of the Board's best interests; and,
WHEREAS, it is desirable to place certain limits on the funds that can be expended under
the Agreement without further authorization by the Board.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that:
1. The General Manager and the Corporate Secretary are hereby authorized on
behalf of the Board to sign and enter into the "First Amended and Restated Retention
Agreement" retaining and authorizing the law firm of Spiegel & McDiarmid to represent
the Board as special counsel as provided by and for the purposes set forth in the
Agreement.
2. The maximum amount that may be expended by the Board under this
Agreement without further approval of the Board is $1,500,000,which sum is inclusive
of retainages and any costs unique to the Board.
3. All resolutions in conflict with this resolution are hereby repealed.
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April 28, 1992 37
COMMUNICATIONS/MARKETING
Res. No. 92-4-3
Authorize$30,221 to Market Strategies, Inc. to conduct annual customer attitude survey.
The survey will be used to determine the perception of residential customers toward the
BWL and its services, and to measure performance of certain communications programs
and customer satisfaction for the Share the Success Program.
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This year's survey will include 600 telephone interviews and approximately 80 questions.
It will measure overall favorability toward the BWL as well as public perceptions of
specific service characteristics and relationships. The survey will also explore electric
and water usage habits of residential customers and their openness to potential new
programs and services.
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Res. No. 92-4-4
WHEREAS, Delhi Charter Township marked its 150th year of existence as of February
16, 1992, and
WHEREAS, citizens of Delhi Township will celebrate this milestone anniversary during
observances that will run from June 26 through July 4, 1992, and
WHEREAS,the Lansing Board of Water and Light has served potable water to Delhi
Township residents since 1972, and
WHEREAS,the Lansing Board of Water and Light has offered high quality, low cost
electric service to new development in Delhi Township since 1988, and
WHEREAS, the Lansing Board of Water and Light Commissioners look forward to
future cooperative ventures that will mutually benefit the citizens of Lansing and of Delhi
Township.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED,that the Lansing Board of Water and Light
Commissioners hereby congratulates Delhi Charter Township on the occasion of its
150th anniversary.
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ENGINEERING PLANNING
Res. No. 92-4-5
1. Authorize$360,000 for the purchase, installation, and training for an Integrated
Resource Planning/Corporate Model including hardware and software.
This project is included in the proposed FY 93 capital budget.
Attached is an estimated cost breakdown.
38 April 28, 1992
ENGINEERING PLANNING (Continued)
(Res. No. 92-4-5)
2. That a contract be awarded to LCG Consulting, Los Altos, CA, in the amount not
to exceed$282,000 for furnishing installation of an Integrated Resource
Planning/Corporate Model including training and 5 year software maintenance.
Theirs being the lowest and best evaluated proposal.
The other bid was EMA at$496,425.
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This software will provide Electric Planning with the tools to perform an Integrated
Resource Planning study and model operational constraints. The software will also
improve productivity and allow more detailed analyses by both Electric Planning and
Financial Planning. This model will also replace the existing in-house production costing
model.
Discussions are continuing with MPPA with regard to participation in sharing the cost of
the model.
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Res. No. 92-4-6
1. That a contract be awarded to Novak Engineering, Inc. in the amount not to
exceed$33,000 for furnishing a FEEDERDESIGN database. Novak Engineering, Inc.
submitted the lowest and best evaluated proposal.
The other bidders were ABB, Advanced System Technology who declined to bid and
Cook-Hurlbert, Inc. who submitted a range of$60,550 to$77,830.
2. The database will be completed by July 31, 1992 assuming a May 1, 1992 start
date. A portion of the funds are available from Electric Planning's FY 92 O&M
budget with the remaining coming from the proposed FY 93 O&M budget.
This project is recommended for the following reasons:
a. It will complete the modeling of the entire BWL electrical distribution system
in Electric Planning's distribution analysis software (FEEDERDESIGN).
b. The need for assistance in developing the database at this time in support
of other scheduled projects.
c. Lack of available resources at this time.
Attached is a tabulation of proposals received including the basis for selection of the
Novak Engineering, Inc. proposal.
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April 28, 1992
ENGINEERING PLANNING (Continued)
(Res. No. 92-4-6)
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The scope of the work includes:
Labor, expenses and travel to provide a complete conversion of the exisase gting of Bl3 2'V Yst
and 8320V electrical distribution system n distribution
g
'graphical coordinates. This database is required for Electric Planning's
anaylsis software (FEEDERDESIGN).
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HUMAN RESOURCES
Res.No. 92-4-7
That Cathy Bos, a Distribution Equipment Technician for Electrical Construction pus mber
Maintenance (EC&Me,be awarded a total of$502.60 coverallss for EC&M personnel finste d or of renting, d use the
1991-072,to purchase Transformer Shop's washer and dryer for cleaning.
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By implementing this proposal,it is estimated that the BWL will realize a net savings of
$4,276.00 in the first year.
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Res.No. 92-4-8
That Gaylord Hunt, a Steam Mechanic Steamproposal
number 1992-04bution and 9�to eliminate
be
awarded a total of$1,082.06 forsuggestion
underground steam duct between Calcining gi and D to Water
Conditioning
ondreduce maintenanceiol costs.
with a
duct running through the wall of the g plant
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By implementing this proposal,it is estimated that the BWL will realize a net savings of
$10,070.56 in the first year.
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April 28, 1992
HUMAN RESOURCES (Continued)
Res. No. 92-4-9
That Jack Jaquette, a Dispatcher for the Overhead Line Construction, be awarded a total
of$1,134.90 for suggestion proposal number 1991-046,to put large sketches on MISS
DIG and meet with all utilities before releasing them from Electric Engineering to Line
Department.
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By implementing this proposal, it is estimated that the BWL will realize a net savings of
$10,599.00 in the first year.
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Res. No. 92-4-10
That Mr.Jan Nelson, an Engineer IV for Project Engineering, be awarded a total of
$293.00 for suggestion proposal number 1992-062, to replace aperture cards with form-
fed cards so Micrographics can use a computerized database to enter drawin
information, thus saving time and eliminate the need for preprinted cards. g
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By implementing this proposal, it is estimated that the BWL will realize a net savings of
$2,180.00 in the first year.
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Res. No. 92-4-11
That Jeffery Rowe, a Customer Account Representative for Account Services, be
awarded a total of$168.24 for suggestion proposal number 1991-217, to obtain an
answering machine so Customer Account Representatives (CAR) working late can notify
oncoming CAR's of contacts made to avoid redundant visits to customers'homes.
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By implementing this proposal, it is estimated that the BWL will realize a net savings of
$932.36 in the first year.
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Res. No. 92-4-12
That Daniel Smith, a Shift Supervisor for Eckert Station, be awarded a total of$3,827.72
for suggestion proposal number 1991-181, to bring Eckert's auxiliary steam system into
service only when the central steam system's sendout is 90,000 lb/hr. or higher.
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By implementing this proposal, it is estimated that the BWL will realize a net savings of
$37,527.24 in the first year.
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LEGAL
Res.No. 92-4-13
That the General Manager be authorized to retain the following law firms as special
counsel on an as-needed basis:
1. Dickinson, Wright
2. Dykema Gossett
3. Howard and Howard
4. Loomis, Ewert
5. Miller, Canfield
6. Willingham, Cote' *
7. Clinton Canady,P.C.
8. Varnum, Riddering *
These firms shall be retained for a period of two years and shall be reimbursed at their
respective hourly rates. They will provide as-needed advice in the areas of public
finance, municipal law, general commercial litigation,real estate, environmental law,
employment retentions. These firms will be submitted to the City Attorney for
recommendation to City Council. Use of special counsel would be subject to the
recommendation of Staff Counsel and the approval of the General Manager.
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* The City Attorney has made a statement to the effect that it is City Council's policy
(perhaps by resolution) to refrain from hiring firms outside of Lansing city limits. If my
memory of his statement is accurate,then the BWL may be prohibited from using the
firms so noted.
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PENSION
Res. No. 92-4-14
That Richard L. Bashore, Fleet Services,be placed on an early reduced pension of
$712.38 per month effective April 1, 1992. He has selected Option VI with the provision
that after his death,if his wife, Delores I Bashore, survives him she will receive $106.86
per month for the rest of her life as provided under Option VI. If his wife predeceases
him, the pension amount of$712.38 will revert back to the regular pension amount of
$738.74 for the rest of his life.
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Mr. Bashore has worked for the BWL for 15.11 years and is 55 years of age.
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TREASURER/CONTROLLER
Res. No. 92-4-15
Fire Suppression Service Contract:
Award a three year contract to Vanguard Fire and Supply Company, Grand Rapids,
Michigan, in the amount of$29,633.20 to cover fire suppression services at all BWL
locations and vehicles. The contract will cover the period from May 1, 1992 to April 30,
1995.
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The other bidders were DeLau Fire and Safety, Inc. ($32,512.30), Quali Fire
Equipment Company ($33,462.67), Fire Suppression Sales and Service $51,913.03) and
Safety Systems, Inc. ($31,028.56).
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Respectfully submitted,
?51e6� QA-O��
Joseph Pandy,Jr.
General Manager
JP/bb
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BY COMMISSIONER BELEN--
SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER EVANS
RESOLVED, That Resolution of 92-4-1 (Administrative) of the General
Manager's Recommendations be approved.
Adopted unanimously..
BY COMMISSIONER HASSLER--
SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER CHRISTIAN
RESOLVED, That Resolution 92-4-2 (Administrative) of the General Manager's
Recommendations be approved.
Adopted unanimously.
BY COMMISSIONER BELEN--
SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER O'LEARY
RESOLVED, That Resolution 92-4-3 (Communications/Marketing) of the General
Manager's Recommendations be approved.
Commissioner Sebolt inquired if there is any way of knowing how many City customers would
be included in the customer attitude survey. General Manager Pandy responded that the
questions are not segregated by geographic location. Residential customers are selected at
random to get validity out of the number of calls made. Commissioner Sebolt asked to see a
copy of the questionnaire in order to determine if additional emphasis is needed in certain
service areas. In response to a comment made earlier by Harold Leeman, Commissioner
Strolle suggested sharing with the City selected survey results that would be of interest to City
Departments.
Adopted unanimously.
BY COMMISSIONER SEBOLT--
SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER CHRISTIAN
RESOLVED, That Resolution 92-4-4 (Communications/Marketing) of the General
Manager's Recommendations be approved.
Adopted unanimously.
BY COMMISSIONER SEBOLT--
SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER EVANS
RESOLVED, That Resolution 92-4-5 and 92-4-6 (Engineering Planning) of the
General Manager's Recommendations be approved.
Adopted unanimously.
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April 28, 1992 ,. .
BY COMMISSIONER SEBOLT--
SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER BELEN
RESOLVED, That Resolution 92-4-7 through 92-4-12 (Human Resources),
respectively, of the General Manager's Recommendations be approved.
Dan Smith, a Shift Supervisor at Eckert Station and recipient of the $3,827.72 suggestion
award, was introduced. Eckert Station Superintendent, Jack Hill, who is responsible for
implementing the suggestion, was also acknowledged.
Adopted unanimously.
BY COMMISSIONER EVANS--
SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER STROLLE
RESOLVED, That Resolution 92-4-13 (Legal) of the General Manager's
Recommendations be approved.
In response to an earlier question by Harold Leeman, General Manger Pandy responded that
the new firms retained this year by the BWL are: (1) Howard and Howard, (2) Miller,
Canfield, and (3) Clinton Canady, P.C.
Adopted unanimously.
BY COMMISSIONER SEBOLT--
SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER CHRISTIAN
RESOLVED, That Resolution 92-4-14 (Pension) of the General Manager's
Recommendations be approved.
Adopted unanimously.
BY COMMISSIONER SEBOLT--
SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER EVANS
RESOLVED, That Resolution 92-4-15 (Treasurer/Controller) of the General
Manager's Recommendations be approved.
Adopted unanimously.
GENERAL MANAGER'S REMARKS
General Manager Pandy reported on the following activities:
CITY ACCEPTS BWL PROPOSAL ON RETURN ON EQUITY. A copy of Lansing City
Council's resolution approving the BWL's proposal to increase the percentage used to calculate
the BWL's return on equity to the City and for the City to deed to the BWL the parcel located
at 123 W. Ottawa Street was handed out for review. The resolution reads as follows:
April 28, 1992 45
BY THE COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE
RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LANSING
WHEREAS, the Commissioners of the Board of Water and Light have offered a
proposal to modify the percentage used to calculate the Board's return on equity to
the City and to deed to the Board the parcel located at 123 West Ottawa Street in a
manner consistent with other Board properties pursuant to the City Charter; and
WHEREAS, the Mayor has reviewed the proposal and recommended that the City
Council express its approval; and
WHEREAS, the BWL proposal has been discussed by the Committee of the
Whole and reported for approval;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED the Lansing City Council hereby
approves the proposal from the Commissioners of the Board of Water and Light as
follows:
1. The Board's annual payment of return on City equity for the next ten
years shall be adjusted from 3.5 percent of net billed retail sales to 4.0
percent of net billed retail sales.
2. The Board shall pay to the City the sum of$1,850,000 as
consideration for the deed to the property at 123 West Ottawa Street,
with $1,600,000 payable in the current fiscal year and $250,000
payable in Fiscal Year 1992-93.
AND BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED the City Attorney is hereby directed to draft
an agreement between the Board and the City containing the terms of this proposal
as approved; and
BE IT FINALLY RESOLVED the Council President is hereby directed to send a
letter of appreciation to the Commissioners of the Board of Water and Light for
their willingness to negotiate with City officials in good faith and their outstanding
efforts to reach agreement on these matters.
General Manager Pandy stated that a copy of the agreement between the BWL and City of
Lansing will be brought to the Board for ratification as soon as it is received.
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING ON MAY 5, 1992. The proposed Fiscal
1993 annual budget will be the subject of the May 5 Committee of the Whole meeting. A
copy of the projected long-term revenue requirements forecast for the three utilities will be
sent to each Commissioner prior to the meeting.
TWENTY-FIVE YEAR DINNER. Twenty-six BWL employees are being honored at the
May 12, 1992 Twenty-Five Year Dinner.
RESCHEDULED JUNE BOARD MEETING. The Commissioners will be attending the
American Water Works Association (AWWA) conference in June. It was the consensus of the
Board to reschedule the regular Board meeting of June 23 to the new date of Tuesday.
June 16, 1992. The time will remain as 5:30 p.m.
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ATHENA HALL OF FAME. General Manager Pandy recognized Commissioners Belen and
Evans on their induction to the ATHENA Hall of Fame. Commissioner Belen is the 1984
Athena Award recipient and Commissioner Evans is the 1991 Athena recipient. Ten women
were honored at a dedication ceremony presented by the Lansing Regional Chamber of
Commerce and the Business Division of Lansing Community College on April 24, 1992.
CAPITAL AREA BUSINESS HALL OF FAME. General Manager Pandy announced that
Donald Hines, who received the Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce's 1991 Community
Service Award, will be inducted to the Capital Area Business Hall of Fame on May 15, 1992
at Lansing Community College, at 2:00 p.m. The dedication ceremony will be presented by
the Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce and the Business Division of Lansing
Community College. All Commissioners were invited to attend.
WATER UTILITY ANNUAL REPORT. General Manager Pandy presented the highlights
of the Water Utility Annual Report for Fiscal 1990-91. He reported that the system operating
and maintenance (O&M) budget is broken down as follows:
Treatment Operations (38.6%)
Treatment Maintenance (17.5%)
Distribution O&M (16.4%)
Engineering & Administration (14.9%)
Sludge Disposal (12.6%)
The water O&M cost has trended upward over the last five years mostly due to the Riverside
sludge removal costs.
BRIEFING ON WATER REGULATIONS. The Manager of Water and Steam Planning,
Sue McCormick, presented an in depth report on drinking water legislation and regulations for
the water industry. She brought the Commissioners up to date on the change of events that
transpired since 1986 when Congress amended the Federal Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA).
Topics covered were:
■ Surface Water Treatment Rule
■ 1986 SDWA Amendments
■ Well Construction Code Requirements
■ Evaluation of Steifel Well Field
■ Complete Treatment Requirements
■ Disinfection Residuals & Other Requirements
■ SWTR Compliance Options
■ EPA Lead Rule
■ Preliminary Results - Compliance Sampling for Lead
■ Lead Rule
■ Lead Bills (HR 2840 & S 1445)
■ For All Systems Exceeding Tap Water Lead Limit
■ Lead Service Line Replacement
■ Other Impacts
■ Phase II & Phase V (MCLs/Monitoring requirements for > 100 contaminants.)
■ Proposed Radon MCL - 300pCi/l
■ Wellhead Protection
■ Other Rules (to be proposed)
■ Program Cost Impacts
■ Funding Option I: Per System Assessed Fees
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MINUTES OF BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS' MEETING
LANSING BOARD OF WATER AND LIGHT
Tuesday, April 28, 1992
The Board of Commissioners met in regular session at 5:30 p.m, at the calledMinto Office der
Building, 123 W. Ottawa Street, Lansing, Michigan. The meeting
by Chairman Hassler.
Present: Commissioners Belen, Evans, Christian, Hassler, O'Leary, Sebolt,v y
and Strolle -7
Absent: Williams -1
The Secretary declared a quorum present. -�
General Manager Pandy,
Assistant General Manager Wolfe, Secretary Sova and;a
members were present.
The Invocation was given by Chairman Hassler.
The Pledge of Allegiance was said by all.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
BY COMMISSIONER SEBOLT
SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER BELEN
That minutes of regular session of March 24, 1992 be approved as mailed.
Adopted unanimously.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
CHAIRMAN HASSLER ANNOUNCED THAT E � THE WILL
BE AFFORDED THE OPPORTUNITY TODD � �MMISSONEPUBLICR
REGARDING ANY ITEM ON THE AGENDA AT THE TIME SUCH ITEM IS OPEN
FOR DISCUSSION BY THE � 0 O SHING � THIS
COMMENT ON ANY
TIME OR IMMEDIATELY PRIOR TO ADJOURNMENT.
Martha Johnson, representing the Michigan Pure Water Cou cil, Inc.1 42 in Grand River Street,
Lansing, handed out a letter to each Commissioner detailing 1944 and July 31,
ies
Rapids on the fluoridation issue. She read excerpts of the July 24,
1944 Grand Rapids City Commission minutes relative to a proposed health survey in the
City of Grand Rapids. Ms. Johnson referred to a copy of a letter addressed to her from
the Editor of Better Nutrition for Today's Living, dated October 22, 1991, regarding an
editorial on the fluoridation controversy.
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April 28, 1992
Commissioner Hassler thanked Ms. Johnson for taking time to address the Board. He
explained that the Commissioners cannot take action on the fluoridation question. The
BWL is following the actions of the City and its residents.. He added that fluoridating
the water supply was initiated by a City of Lansing resolution, and the city residents
voted on two separate occasions (in 1965 and again in 1980) in support of the City's
decision.
Lloyd Teets, 116 E. Elm Street, Lansing, gave his observations relative to the BWL
proposal approved by the City of Lansing on April 27, 1992, which will aid in relieving
the city's budget deficit this fiscal year. He told the Commissioners that he is planning
to make a trip to Belle River next month to investigate how much the City ratepayers are
contributing to the school district in Belle River. He also stated that he is in favor of a
dual rate system separating rates for City and suburban customers.
Harold Leeman, 529 N. Francis, Lansing, spoke in opposition to Resolution 92-4-1
(Administrative), relative to retaining consulting services for Total Quality
Improvement. He commented that a consultant should not be necessary for improved
communications. He encouraged better communication with the City of Lansing Public
Service Department. He commented on Resolution 92-4-3 (Communications/
Marketing), relative to the annual customer attitude survey. He asked that the City of
Lansing be contacted for their input in developing questions for the annual survey. He
also asked for further information on Resolution 92-4-13 (Legal), specifically which
attorneys were new to the list of outside attorneys being recommended to be retained by
the BWL.
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE REPORT
April 14, 1992
Board of Commissioners
Board of Water and Light
Lansing, Michigan
The Committee of the Whole met on April 14, 1992 to receive a briefing from staff on
the following items:
1. Customer Focus/Total Quality Improvement.
2. Demand Ratchet Relief for Lansing Craft Centre.
Present were Commissioners Williams (Chair Pro Tem), Belen, Christian, Evans,
Hassler, O'Leary, Sebolt, and Commissioner Strolle.
Customer Focus/Total Quality Improvement. Presentations were made by Consumer
Services Director Terry Graham and IBEW Union 352 Business Agent Max Zemer in
support of initiating a formal organization-wide Total Quality Improvement (TQI)
process. A union/management Total Quality Improvement Steering Committee has been
established as a result of the 1991 strategic planning process. This proposal is in
response to one of the charges of the committee, to partner with an outside firm to assist
them on the path towards Total Quality. The focus of TQI is to create a framework
towards allowing the BWL to be the benchmark for customer satisfaction for internal
and external customers. The recommended consultant--Mr. Harry Lebovitz, President
of Prism.CLS--presented an overview of the four phases to be implemented for the
training components. Among the key concepts to be included in the Quality
Improvement Process are:
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■ customer focus
■ problem solving
■ teamwork
■ employee empowerment
■ data-based decision making
leading towards constant, incremental improvements in the way business is conducted at
the BWL. A resolution to engage the consulting services of Pnsm.CLS to implement a
Total Quality Improvement Process at the BWL will be presented by the General
Manager at the regular meeting in April for Board action. (See General Manager's
Recommendations.)
Demand Ratchet Relief for Lansing Craft Centre: A suggested solution offering a
possible ratchet relief for the B-O-C Lansing Craft Centre was discussed. Staff's
proposed recommendation will be presented for action at the regular Board meeting on
May 26, 1992.
Executive Session The Commissioners met in closed session to consult with the Staff
Attorney on the following matters:
■ Legal Opinion on Return on Equity
■ Consumers Power Litigation
■ Motor Wheel Disposal Site Litigation.
Respectfully submitted,
Gerald W. Williams, Chair Pro Tem.
Committee of the Whole
BY COMMISSIONER HASSLER--
SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER BELEN
That the Committee of the Whole Report be approved as presented.
Adopted unanimously.
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April 28, 1992
Recommendations Board of Water and Light
of Director and Lansing, Michigan
General Manager
Dear Ladies and Gentlemen:
The following items are recommended for your approval:
ADMINISTRATIVE
Res. No. 92-4-1
That a multiphase contract for Consulting Services, Total Quality Improvement (TQI)
Process be awarded to Prism/CLS of Farmington Hills, Michigan,for a cost not to exceed
$176,300. The services under this contract are divided into four phases:
Phase IA in the amount not to exceed$38,400 for development of core skills for
the TQI Steering Committee.
Phase IB in the amount not to exceed$27,200 for additional TQI Steering
Committee skill development.
Phase II in the amount not to exceed $110,700 for establishing and educating pilot
cross-functional project teams.
Phase III for ongoing consultation at the rate of$162.50 per day, plus expenses,to
assist in the implemention of the TQI process throughout the organization.
A written authorization to proceed will be required for each phase.
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This recommendation is in accordance with Strategic Planning VII Task Force report on
Customer Focus/Quality.
Other Consultants submitting proposals were, Kaset International ($182,400), Towers
Perrin ($190,720), 3M Quality Management Services ($203,360), Qualtec Quality
Services, Inc. ($283,520), and Maritz Motivation Company (%of payback). Practical
Management, Inc. declined to bid.
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Res. No. 92-4-2
WHEREAS,the followin cases are currently pending before the Federal Energy
Regulatory Commission ases QF87-237, ER89-256, EC89-10, ES914,ER90-333,
ER91-176, and ER92-198); Securities and Exchange Commission (File No. 69-333--
CMS Energy exemption revocation); and United States Court of Appeals for the District
of Columbia Circuit (cases 90-1580, 91-1025, 91-1173, 91-1366, 91-1388, 91-1460, 91-
1474, 91-1475 and 91-1484) to which the Board is a parry and the outcome of which will
affect the Board's power supply rights or related interests; and
April 28, 1992
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ADMINISTRATIVE (Continued)
(Res. No. 91-4-2)
WHEREAS,the law firm of Spiegel& McDiarmid is currently representing the Board in
the preceding matters and is concurrently representing or expects to represent numerous
other Michigan cities and entities (including consumer-owned electric utilities such as the
Michigan Public Power Agency,the Michigan South Central Power Agency, and the
Wolverine Power Supply Cooperative) which have energy-related interests similar to
those of the Board in connection with the pending cases and related power supply
matters; and
WHEREAS, in light of developments since the original retention agreement with Spiegel
& McDiarmid was first entered into, it is desirable to amend and restate the agreement so
as to expressly confirm Spiegel & McDiarmid's authority to prosecute a civil antitrust
action against Consumers Power Company and related entities and to reflect certain other
changes; and
WHEREAS,it is advisable and in the best interests of the Board to continue to retain
special legal counsel to represent the Board in connection with those or similar cases and
to take other actions on the Board's behalf necessary to secure the Board's power supply
rights; and
WHEREAS, the joint legal representation by Spiegel & McDiarmid of the Board and
other cities or entities with similar interests in connection with these energy-related
matters will likely result in enhanced effectiveness,cost reductions and mutual benefits;
and
WHEREAS, a written agreement (the "First Amended and Restated Retention
Agreement" or "Agreement") has been prepared to retain and authorize Spiegel &
McDiarmid,with the oversight of a steering committee as provided by the Agreement,to
take all reasonable actions on behalf of the Board in connection with the pending and
future cases and related power supply matters; and
WHEREAS, it has been found that all of the terms of the proposed Agreement are
acceptable to the Board and protective of the Board's best interests; and,
WHEREAS, it is desirable to place certain limits on the funds that can be expended under
the Agreement without further authorization by the Board.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that:
1. The General Manager and the Corporate Secretary are hereby authorized on
behalf of the Board to sign and enter into the "First Amended and Restated Retention
Agreement" retaining and authorizing the law firm of Spiegel & McDiarmid to represent
the Board as special counsel as provided by and for the purposes set forth in the
Agreement.
2. The maximum amount that may be expended by the Board under this
Agreement without further approval of the Board is $1,500,000, which sum is inclusive
of retainages and any costs unique to the Board.
3. All resolutions in conflict with this resolution are hereby repealed.
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April 28, 1992
COMI WN CATIONS/MARKE'TING
Res.No. 92-4-3
Authorize$30,221 to Market Strategies,Inc. to conduct annual customer attitude survey.
The survey will be used to determine the perception of residential customers toward the
BWL and its services, and to measure performance of certain communications programs
and customer satisfaction for the Share the Success Program.
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This year's survey will include 600 telephone interviews and approximately 80 questions.
It will measure overall favorability toward the BWL as well as public perceptions of
specific service characteristics and relationships. The survey will also explore electric
and water usage habits of residential customers and their openness to potential new
programs and services.
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Res.No. 92-4-4
WHEREAS,Delhi Charter Township marked its 150th year of existence as of February
16, 1992, and
WHEREAS, citizens of Delhi
Township
h p26 thr ill celebrate July this 992,and one anniversary during
observances that will run from
WHEREAS,the Lansing Boa and
Water and Light has served potable water to Delhi
Township residents since 1972,
WHEREAS,the Lansing Board of Water and Light has offered high quality,low cost
electric service to new development in Delhi Township since 1988, and
WHEREAS,the Lansing Board of Water and Light Commissioners look forward to
future cooperative ventures that will mutually benefit the citizens of Lansing and of Delhi
Township.
NOW,THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED,that the Lansing Board of Water and Light
Commissioners hereby congratulates Delhi Charter Township on the occasion of its
150th anniversary.
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ENGINEERING PLANNING
Res.No. 92-4-5
1. Authorize$360,000 for the purchase, installation, and training for an Integrated
Resource Planning/Corporate Model including hardware and software.
This project is included in the proposed FY 93 capital budget.
Attached is an estimated cost breakdown.
••t++ice LV, 1llL �l
LEGAL
Res. No. 92-4-13
That the General Manager be authorized to retain the following law firms as special
counsel on an as-needed basis:
1. Dickinson, Wright
2. Dykema Gossett
3. Howard and Howard
4. Loomis, Ewert
5. Miller, Canfield
6. Willingham, Cote' *
7. Clinton Canady,P.C.
8. Varnum, Riddering *
These firms shall be retained for a period of two years and shall be reimbursed at their
respective hourly rates. They will provide as-needed advice in the areas of public
finance, municipal law, general commercial litigation, real estate, environmental law,
employment retentions. These firms will be submitted to the City Attorney for
recommendation to City Council. Use of special counsel would be subject to the
recommendation of Staff Counsel and the approval of the General Manager.
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* The City Attorney has made a statement to the effect that it is City Council's policy
(perhaps by resolution) to refrain from hiring firms outside of Lansing city limits. If my
memory of his statement is accurate, then the BWL may be prohibited from using the
firms so noted.
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PENSION
Res. No. 92-4-14
That Richard L. Bashore, Fleet Services,be placed on an early reduced pension of
$712.38 per month effective April 1, 1992. He has selected Option VI with the provision
that after his death, if his wife, Delores I Bashore, survives him she will receive $106.86
per month for the rest of her life as provided under Option VI. If his wife predeceases
him, the pension amount of$712.38 will revert back to the regular pension amount of
$738.74 for the rest of his life.
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Mr. Bashore has worked for the BWL for 15.11 years and is 55 years of age.
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April 28, 1992
ENGINEERING PLANNING (Continued)
(Res. No. 92-4-5)
2. That a contract be awarded to LCG Consulting, Los Altos, CA, in the amount not
to exceed$282,000 for furnishing installation of an Integrated Resource
Planning/Co Model including training and 5 year software maintenance.
Theirs being the lowest and best evaluated proposal.
The other bid was EMA at$496,425.
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This software will provide Electric Planning with the tools to perform an Integrated
Resource Planning study and model operational constraints. The software will also
improve productivity and allow more detailed analyses by both Electric planning and
Financial planning. This model will also replace the existing in-house production ucon costing
Discussions are continuing with MPPA with regard to participation in sharing the cost of
the model.
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Res. No. 92-4-6
L That a contract be awarded to Novak Engineering, Inc in the amount not to
exceed$33,000 for furnishing a FEEDERDESIGN database. Novak Engineering, Inc.
submitted the lowest and best evaluated proposal.
The other bidders were ABB, Advanced System Technology who declined to bid
Cook-Hurlbert, Inc. who submitted a range of$60,550 to$77,830. and
2. The database will be completed by July 31, 1992 assuming a May 1, 1992 start
date. A portion of the funds are available from Electric Planning's FY 92 O&M
budget with the remaining coming from the proposed FY 93 O&M budget.
This project is recommended for the following reasons:
a. It will complete the modeling of the entire BWL electrical distribution system
in Electric Planning's distribution analysis software (FEEDERDESIGN).
b. The need for assistance in developing the database at this time in support
of other scheduled projects.
c. Lack of available resources at this time.
Attached is a tabulation of proposals received including the basis for selection of the
Novak Engineering, Inc proposal.
ENGINEERING PLANNING (Continued)
(Res. No. 92-4-6)
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The scope of the work includes:
Labor, expenses and travel to provide a complete database consisting of BWL's 4160V
and 8320V electrical distribution systems and conversion of the existing 13.2kV system
graphical coordinates. This database is required for Electric Planning's distribution
anaylsis software (FEEDERDESIGN).
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HUMAN RESOURCES
Res. No. 92-4-7
That Cathy Bos, a Distribution Equipment Technician for Electrical Construction&
Maintenance (EC&M), be awarded a total of$502.60 for suggestion proposal number
1991-072,to purchase coveralls for EC&M personnel instead of renting, and use the
Transformer Shop's washer and dryer for cleaning.
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By implementing this proposal, it is estimated that the BWL will realize a net savings of
$4,276.00 in the first year.
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Res. No. 92-4-8
That Gaylord Hunt, a Steam Mechanic for Steam Distribution and Engineering, be
awarded a total of$1,082.06 for suggestion proposal number 1992-049,to eliminate
underground steam duct between Calcining and Dye Water Conditioning Plants with a
duct running through the wall of the Calcining plant to reduce maintenance costs.
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By implementing this proposal, it is estimated that the BWL will realize a net savings of
$10,070.56 in the first year.
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April 28, 1992
40
HUMAN RESOURCES (Continued)
Res. No. 92-4-9
That Jack Jaquette, a Dispatcher for the Overhead Line Construction,
be awarded a total
of $1,134.90 for suggestion proposal number 1991-046,to put large sketches on MISS
DIG and meet with all utilities before releasing them from Electric Engineering to Line
Department.
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By implementing this proposal,it is estimated that the BWL will realize a net savings of
$10,599.00 in the first year.
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Res. No. 92-4-10
That Mr.Jan Nelson, an Engineer IV for Project Engineering,be awarded a total of
293
$hat for suggestion proposal number 1992-062,to replace aperture cards with form-
fed cards so Micrographics can use a computerized database to enter drawing
information,thus saving time and eliminate the need for preprinted cards.
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By implementing this proposal,it is estimated that the BWL will realize a net savings of
$2,180.00 in the first year.
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Res. No. 92-4-11
That Jeffery Rowe, a Customer Account Representative for Account Services,be
awarded a total of$168.24 for suggestion proposal number 1991-217,to obtain an
answering machine so Customer dA co avoid Representatives
preseredun tativisi(CAR)customers'working
late can notify
oncoming CAR's of contacts ma
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By implementing this proposal, it is estimated that the BWL will realize a net savings of
$932.36 in the first year.
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Res.No. 92-4-12
That Daniel Smith, a Shift Supervisor for Eckert Station,be awarded a total of $3,827.72
for suggestion proposal number 1991-181,to bring Eckert's auxiliary steam system into
service only when the central steam system's sendout is 90,000 lb/hr. or higher.
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By implementing this proposal, it is estimated that the BWL will realize a net savings of
$37,527.24 in the first year.
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April 28, 1992
TREASURER/CONTROLLER
Res. No. 92-4-15
Fire Suppression Service Contract:
Award a three year contract to Vanguard Fire and Supply Company, Grand Rapids,
Michigan,in the amount of$29,633.20 to cover fire suppression services at all BWL
locations and vehicles. The contract will cover the period from May i 199211 April 30,
1995.
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The other bidders were DeLau Fire and Safety, Inc. ($32,512.30), Quality Fire
Equipment Company ($33,462.67), Fire Suppression Sales and Service ($51,913.03) and
Safety Systems, Inc. ($31,028.56).
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Respectfully submitted,
Joseph Pandy,Jr.
General Manager
JP/bb
April 28, 1992 43
BY COMMISSIONER BELEN--
SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER EVANS
RESOLVED, That Resolution of 92-4-1 (Administrative) of the General
Manager's Recommendations be approved.
Adopted unanimously.
BY COMMISSIONER HASSLER--
SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER CHRISTIAN
RESOLVED, That Resolution 92-4-2 (Administrative) of the General Manager's
Recommendations be approved.
Adopted unanimously.
BY COMMISSIONER BELEN--
SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER O'LEARY
RESOLVED, That Resolution 92-4-3 (Communications/Marketing) of the General
Manager's Recommendations be approved.
Commissioner Sebolt inquired if there is any way of knowing how many City customers would
be included in the customer attitude survey. General Manager Pandy responded that the
questions are not segregated by geographic location. Residential customers are selected at
random to get validity out of the number of calls made. Commissioner Sebolt asked to see a
copy of the questionnaire in order to determine if additional emphasis is needed in certain
service areas. In response to a comment made earlier by Harold Leeman, Commissioner
Strolle suggested sharing with the City selected survey results that would be of interest to City
Departments.
Adopted unanimously.
BY COMMISSIONER SEBOLT--
SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER CHRISTIAN
RESOLVED, That Resolution 92-4-4 (Communications/Marketing) of the General
Manager's Recommendations be approved.
Adopted unanimously.
BY COMMISSIONER SEBOLT--
SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER EVANS
RESOLVED, That Resolution 92-4-5 and 92-4-6 (Engineering Planning) of the
General Manager's Recommendations be approved.
Adopted unanimously.
44 April 28, 1992
BY COMMISSIONER SEBOLT--
SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER BELEN
RESOLVED, That Resolution 92-4-7 through 92-4-12 (Human Resources),
respectively, of the General Manager's Recommendations be approved.
Dan Smith, a Shift Supervisor at Eckert Station and recipient of the $3,827.72 suggestion
award, was introduced. Eckert Station Superintendent, Jack Hill, who is responsible for
implementing the suggestion, was also acknowledged.
Adopted unanimously.
BY COMMISSIONER EVANS--
SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER STROLLE
RESOLVED, That Resolution 92-4-13 (Legal) of the General Manager's
Recommendations be approved.
In response to an earlier question by Harold Leeman, General Manger Pandy responded that
the new firms retained this year by the BWL are: (1) Howard and Howard, (2) Miller,
Canfield, and (3) Clinton Canady, P.C.
Adopted unanimously.
BY COMMISSIONER SEBOLT--
SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER CHRISTIAN
RESOLVED, That Resolution 92-4-14 (Pension) of the General Manager's
Recommendations be approved.
Adopted unanimously.
BY COMMISSIONER SEBOLT--
SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER EVANS
RESOLVED, That Resolution 92-4-15 (Treasurer/Controller) of the General
Manager's Recommendations be approved.
Adopted unanimously.
GENERAL MANAGER'S REMARKS
General Manager Pandy reported on the following activities:
CITY ACCEPTS BWL PROPOSAL ON RETURN ON EQUITY. A copy of Lansing City
Council's resolution approving the BWL's proposal to increase the percentage used to calculate
the BWL's return on equity to the City and for the City to deed to the BWL the parcel located
at 123 W. Ottawa Street was handed out for review. The resolution reads as follows:
ApAl 28, 1992 45
BY THE COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE
RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LANSING
WHEREAS, the Commissioners of the Board of Water and Light have offered a
proposal to modify the percentage used to calculate the Board's return on equity to
the City and to deed to the Board the parcel located at 123 West Ottawa Street in a
manner consistent with other Board properties pursuant to the City Charter; and
WHEREAS, the Mayor has reviewed the proposal and recommended that the City
Council express its approval; and
WHEREAS, the BWL proposal has been discussed by the Committee of the
Whole and reported for approval;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED the Lansing City Council hereby
approves the proposal from the Commissioners of the Board of Water and Light as
follows:
1. The Board's annual payment of return on City equity for the next ten
years shall be adjusted from 3.5 percent of net billed retail sales to 4.0
percent of net billed retail sales.
2. The Board shall pay to the City the sum of$1,850,000 as
consideration for the deed to the property at 123 West Ottawa Street,
with $1,600,000 payable in the current fiscal year and $250,000
payable in Fiscal Year 1992-93.
AND BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED the City Attorney is hereby directed to draft
an agreement between the Board and the City containing the terms of this proposal
as approved; and
BE IT FINALLY RESOLVED the Council President is hereby directed to send a
letter of appreciation to the Commissioners of the Board of Water and Light for
their willingness to negotiate with City officials in good faith and their outstanding
efforts to reach agreement on these matters.
General Manager Pandy stated that a copy of the agreement between the BWL and City of
Lansing will be brought to the Board for ratification as soon as it is received.
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING ON MAY 5, 1992. The proposed Fiscal
1993 annual budget will be the subject of the May 5 Committee of the Whole meeting. A
copy of the projected long-term revenue requirements forecast for the three utilities will be
sent to each Commissioner prior to the meeting.
TWENTY-FIVE YEAR DINNER. Twenty-six BWL employees are being honored at the
May 12, 1992 Twenty-Five Year Dinner.
RESCHEDULED JUKE BOARD MEETING. The Commissioners will be attending the
American Water Works Association (AWWA) conference in June. It was the consensus of the
Board to reschedule the regular Board meeting of June 23 to the new date of Tuesday.
June 16, 1992. The time will remain as 5:30 p.m.
46 April 28, 1992
ATHENA HALL OF FAME. General Manager Pandy recognized Commissioners Belen and
Evans on their induction to the ATHENA Hall of Fame. Commissioner Belen is the 1984
Athena Award recipient and Commissioner Evans is the 1991 Athena recipient. Ten women
were honored at a dedication ceremony presented by the Lansing Regional Chamber of
Commerce and the Business Division of Lansing Community College on April 24, 1992.
CAPITAL AREA BUSINESS HALL OF FAME. General Manager Pandy announced that
Donald Hines, who received the Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce's 1991 Community
Service Award, will be inducted to the Capital Area Business Hall of Fame on May 15, 1992
at Lansing Community College, at 2:00 p.m. The dedication ceremony will be presented by
the Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce and the Business Division of Lansing
Community College. All Commissioners were invited to attend.
WATER UTILITY ANNUAL REPORT. General Manager Pandy presented the highlights
of the Water Utility Annual Report for Fiscal 1990-91. He reported that the system operating
and maintenance (O&M) budget is broken down as follows:
Treatment Operations (38.6%)
Treatment Maintenance (17.5%)
Distribution O&M (16.4%)
Engineering & Administration (14.9%)
Sludge Disposal (12.6%)
The water O&M cost has trended upward over the last five years mostly due to the Riverside
sludge removal costs.
BRIEFING ON WATER REGULATIONS. The Manager of Water and Steam Planning,
Sue McCormick, presented an in depth report on drinking water legislation and regulations for
the water industry. She brought the Commissioners up to date on the change of events that
transpired since 1986 when Congress amended the Federal Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA).
Topics covered were:
■ Surface Water Treatment Rule
■ 1986 SDWA Amendments
■ Well Construction Code Requirements
■ Evaluation of Steifel Well Field
■ Complete Treatment Requirements
■ Disinfection Residuals & Other Requirements
■ SWTR Compliance Options
■ EPA Lead Rule
■ Preliminary Results - Compliance Sampling for Lead
■ Lead Rule
■ Lead Bills (HR 2840 & S 1445)
■ For All Systems Exceeding Tap Water Lead Limit
■ Lead Service Line Replacement
■ Other Impacts
■ Phase II & Phase V (MCLs/Monitoring requirements for > 100 contaminants.)
■ Proposed Radon MCL - 300pCi/l
■ Wellhead Protection
■ Other Rules (to be proposed)
■ Program Cost Impacts
■ Funding Option I: Per System Assessed Fees
April 28, 1992 47
Following a lengthy question and answer period, there was consensus that a letter be sent on
behalf of the Board of Commissioners to U. S. Representatives John Dingell, Howard Wolpe,
Fred Upton as well as to U. S. Senators Levin and Riegle stating the Board's position to
eliminate provisions in HR 2840 and S 1445 concerning lead in drinking water.
EXCUSED ABSENCE
BY COMMISSIONER SEBOLT--
SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER EVANS
That the absence of Commissioner Williams be excused.
Adopted unanimously.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Lloyd Teets inquired how the assessment on the value of the land under the BWL Office
Building was determined.
General Manager Pandy responded that it was based on the estimated value.
ADJOURNMENT
On motion of Commissioner Christian, the Board adjourned at 7:17 p.m.
/IL .
ecre Mary E. ova, tary
Filed: May 4, 1992
James D. Blair, City Clerk
20 February 25, 1992
Resolution 86-10-13 follows, with the wording to be deleted s#uok thfeugh and
the wording to be added CAPITALIZED:
25-Year wetekes COMMEMORATIVE GIFTS will be awarded
each year to those employees who have 25 or more years of
cumulative, full-time employment with the Board of Water and
Light as of May 31 of the year the banquet is held.
All full-time service would count, regardless of whether a break
in service occurred or how long the break was. Time spent on
BWL worker compensation would count toward award eligibility.
Service for another employer, including military or the city,
would not count for purposes of award eligibility. Full-time
service with the BWL that cannot be claimed for pension service
credit would be counted for award eligibility.
The 25-Year Award Committee also recommends that
consideration be given to applying this eligibility standard for
other service awards as well.
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By implementing this change, alternative 25-year awards can be presented by
the General Manager, allowing the 25-year seniority award to be integrated into
the BWL seniority awards program.
BY COMMISSIONER WILLIAMS-
SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER CHRISTIAN-
RESOLVED, That Resolution 92-2-11 (Administrative) to the General Manager's
Recommendations be approved.
Adopted unanimously.
GENERAL MANAGERS REMARKS
Electric Utility Director Peffley reported on the following items:
■ Export Sales were up 17% in January. BWL is providing back-up
power during Belle River scheduled outage; we are also selling economy
power to South Central. Reliability factor is down, due to New Years
Eve outage, from last years record high.
■ The BWL filed protest against some EPA rulings.
February 25, 1992 19
By implementing this proposal, it is estimated that the BWL will realize a net
savings of$5,847.00 in the first year.
There being no objections, Resolution 92-2-5 was approved as amended.
Chairman Hassler announced that an Addendum had been made to the General Manager's
Recommendations. After discussion Resolution 92-2-10 regarding the American Water Works
Association Annual Conference and Resolution 92-2-11 regarding Employee 25-Year Award
Eligibility be adopted.
ADDENDUM
to General Manager's Recommendations
February 25, 1992
Board Meeting
ADMINISTRATIVE
1. Resolution 92-2-10
RE: American Water Works Association
2. Resolution 92-2-11
RE: Employees 25-Year Award Eligibility
Resolution 92-2-10
Approve the Board of Water and Light Commissioners attending the American
Water Works Association (AWWA) Annual Conference, June 19-21, 1992,
with particular attention to its session on Regionalization Issues.
BY COMMISSIONER WILLIAMS-
SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER EVANS-
RESOLVED, That Resolution 92-2-10 (Administrative) to the General Manager's
Recommendations be approved.
Adopted unanimously.
Resolution 92-2-11
That Resolution 86-10-13, "Employees' 25-Year Award Eligibility", approved
10-28-86, be revised to allow the presentation of alternative 25-year
commemorative awards.
18 February 25, 1992
BY COMMISSIONER WILLIAMS-
SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER BELEN
RESOLVED, That Resolution 92-2-2 (Administrative) of the General Manager's
Recommendations be approved.
Adopted unanimously.
BY COMMISSIONER WILLIAMS-
SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER STROLLE-
RESOLVED, That Resolution 92-2-3 (Engineering Planning) of the General Manager's
Recommendations be approved.
Adopted unanimously.
BY COMMISSIONER WILLIAMS-
SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER EVANS-
RESOLVED, That Resolutions 92-2-4, 92-2-5 92-2-6 and 92-2-7 (Human Resources)
of the General Manager's Recommendations be approved.
Adopted unanimously.
BY COMMISSIONER WILLIAMS-
SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER STROLLE-
RESOLVED, That Resolutions 92-2-8, and 92-2-9 (Pension) of the General Manager's
Recommendations be approved.
Adopted unanimously.
It was discovered during the meeting that Doug Buell's name had inadvertently been left off of
Resolution 92-2-5. Resolution 92-2-5 was amended as follows:
That Richard LaPratt and Doug Buell, both Maintenance Mechanics-Certified
Welders for Production-Maintenance, be awarded a total of$659.70 to be split
equally for suggestion proposal number 1991-124, to install a valve before the
check valve to drain water out of combustion air heaters when off-line to
prevent freezing.
February 25, 1992 17
PENSION (Continued)
Res.No. 92-2-9
That Sidney H. McLain, Operator B Waste Water at Eckert Station be placed on a
straight,early reduced pension of$954.34 per month effective March 1, 1992.
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Mr. McLain worked for the BWL for 19.43 years and is 59 years of age.
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Respectful- submitted,
Joseph Pandy,Jr.
General Manager
JP/bg
16 February 25, 1992
HUMAN RESOURCES(Continued)
Res. No. 92-2-5
That Richard LaPratt, a Maintenance Mechanic-Certified Welder for the Production
Maintenance department,be awarded a total of$659.70 for suggestion proposal number
1991-124,to install a valve before the check valve to drain water out of combustion air
heaters when off-line to prevent freezing.
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By implementing this proposal, it is estimated that the BWL will realize a net savings of
$5,847.00 in the first year.
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Res. No. 92-2-6
That Ron Shattuck, a Field Supervisor for Construction Services,be awarded a total of
$169.00 for suggestion proposal number 1991-094,to replace low voltage lights with a
set of 4 lights with a 12V transformer to reduce replacement time and costs.
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By implementing this proposal, it is estimated that the BWL will realize a net savings of
$940.00 in the first year.
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Res. No. 92-2-7
That Scott Wilkinson, an Equipment Operator B for Water Construction and
Maintenance, be awarded a total of$291.87 for suggestion proposal number 1990-039,to
use a mechanic's stethoscope to locate the bore shots in water service installations.
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By implementing this proposal, it is estimated that the BWL will realize a net savings of
$2,168.74 in the first year.
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PENSION
Res. No. 92-2-8
That Richard A. Sevic, Director, Electric Utility Coordination,be placed on a pension of
$3,356.15 per month effective February 1, 1992. He has selected Option VI with the
provision that after his death, if his wife, Irmgard Sevic, survives him she will receive
40%or$1,342.46 per month for the rest of her life as provided under Option VI. If his
wife predeceases him,the pension amount of$3,356.15 will revert back to the regular
pension amount of$3,793.46 per month for the rest of his life.
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Mr. Sevic has worked for the BWL for 33.50 years and is 61 years of age.
February 25, 1992 15
ENGINEERING PLANNING (Continued)
(Res.No. 92-2-3)
TRACT"A":
That part of the North 1/2 of the North 1/2 of the Southeast 1/4 of Section 33,
T4N,R3W,lying Easterly of Highway 1-96 Delta Township,Eaton County,
Michigan. EXCEPT AND LESS, all that part which lies Northwesterly of a
line described as: Commencing at the East Quarter corner of Section 33,
T4N, R3E,Delta Township,Eaton County,Michigan; thence South 89 38'
38" West along a line (which if extended,would intersect the West 1/4 corner
of said Section 33) a distance of 1207.02 feet;thence South 32 26' 02" West a
distance of 200.62 feet to a point of beginning;thence Northeasterly along
the arc of a 2382.83 foot radius curve to the left (chord bearing North 31 14'
23" East) a distance of 300 feet to a point of ending.
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This parcel of property is in the Northwest corner of the Erickson Park and is located
adjacent to the 0.3 acre parcel deeded to MDOT in 1984 for right-of-way for the I-69 and
1-96 interchange. The MDOT desires this additional right-of-way for a ditch to drain
water from I-96. MDOT inadvertently constructed the ditch on BWL property adjacent
to and parallel to the existing right-of-way.
The sale of this parcel will not impair BWL present or future interests or use of the
remaining portion of the property. Also,the sale will not affect the Charter Township of
Delta's use of the remaining property for Park purposes in accordance with the lease
granted them and further,they have no objection to this proposed sale to MDOT.
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HUMAN RESOURCES
Res. No. 92-2-4
That Michael Stanley, a Vibration and Balance Specialist for the Production Maintenance
department, be awarded a total of$457.30 for suggestion proposal number 1991-207,to
send a diver along with a maintenance crew when insertion or removal of stoplogs is
necessary when dewatering pump chambers,etc.
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By implementing this proposal, it is estimated that the BWL will realize a net savings of
$3,823.00 in the first year.
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February 25, 1992
Recommendations Board of Water and Light
of Director and Lansing,Michigan
General Manager
Dear Ladies and Gentlemen:
The following items are recommended for your approval:
ADMINISTRATIVE
Res.No. 92-2-2
That the Board of Commissioners advise Lansing City Council it has received a proposal
dated January 24, 1992,from Deloitte& Touche. The proposal quotes a not-to-exceed
fee of$28,750 for audits of the Board of Water and Light and its Pension Fund for the
fiscal year ending June 30, 1992. This proposal was requested in accordance with the
City Council resolution adopted on May 30, 1989,regarding engaging independent
auditors for the fiscal years ended June 30, 1989 - 1993.
Further,that the Board of Commissioners advise Lansing City Council that the quoted
cost appears reasonable. The fee is a 3%reduction from last year and is the amount
quoted in the May 1989 proposal. The Board of Commissioners recommends the firm be
retained to conduct these audits according to their proposal.
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ENGINEERING PLANNING
Res.No. 92-2-3
Recommend the property described below be declared surplus and sold to the Michigan
Department of Transportation (MDOT) for$4,300.00 subject to approval of City Council
as required under Article 2,Section 5-203.3 of the Lansing City Charter.
A strip of land 30.00 feet in width, lying southeasterly of and adjacent to a
line 91.00 feet southeasterly of (measured at right angles) and parallel to a
line described as: Beginning at a point on the North-South Quarter line of
Section 33,T4N,R3W,Delta Township, Eaton County,Michigan,which is
North 00 04'48" West, 1530.38 feet from the South Quarter Corner (S 1/4
Cor) of said Section 33;thence North 58 11' 29" East,749.64 feet; thence
North 55 28'44" East,72.35 feet to the point of curavature of a 2291.83 foot
radius curve to the left;thence Northeasterly along the arc of said curve
3383.00 feet (chord bearing North 13 11' 29" East, chord distance of 30.84.12
feet) to the point of ending, over and across the following described Tract
"A"
The lands described above contain approximately 0.15 acres.
Febniary 25, 1992 13
FINANCE CONIlVIITTEE REPORT
January 28, 1992
The Finance Committee met on January 28, 1992, to receive a quarterly update from the
Internal Auditor on audit activities.
Present were Commissioners Hassler (Chair), Belen, Christian, Williams
Internal Auditor Kellie Willson reviewed her written quarterly report dated January 17, 1992.
Following discussion, Treasurer/Controller Dana Tousley requested that the following
resolution be adopted:
OPERATING CASH INVESTMENT POLICY
Resolution 92-2-1
That the attached "Operating Cash Investment Policy" be adopted to
govern the investment of all BWL operating cash.
Submitted by:
Phillip E. Hassler, Chair
Finance Committee
BY COMMISSIONER HASSLER-
SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER BELEN
That Resolution 92-2-1 including Finance Committee Report be approved as presented.
Adopted unanimously.
12 February 25, 1992
LANSING BOARD OF WATER AND LIGHT
Tuesday, February 25, 1992
The Board of Commissioners met in regular session at 5:30 p.m, at the Main Office Building,
123 W. Ottawa Street, Lansing, Michigan. The meeting was called to order by Chairman
Hassler.
Present: Commissioners Belen, Christian, Evans, Hassler, Strolle, and Williams - 6
Absent: O'Leary, and Sebolt - 2
The Assistant Secretary declared a quorum present.
Electric Utility Director Peffley, Assistant Secretary Sullivan and Staff members were present.
The Invocation was given by Chairman Hassler.
The Pledge of Allegiance was said by all.
APPROVAL OF NIINUTES N
BY COMMISSIONER BELEN- 71
SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER WILLIAMS - I :=
That minutes of regular session of January 28, 1992, be approved as mailed.
Adopted unanimously. u
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PUBLIC CONEVIENTS w
CHAIRMAN HASSLER ANNOUNCED THAT MEMBERS OF THE PUBLIC WILL BE
AFFORDED THE OPPORTUNITY TO ADDRESS THE COMMISSIONERS REGARDING
ANY ITEM ON THE AGENDA AT THE TIME SUCH ITEM IS OPEN FOR DISCUSSION
BY THE COMMISSIONERS. ANYONE WISHING TO COMMENT ON ANY MATTER
NOT ON THE AGENDA MAY DO SO AT THIS TIME OR IMMEDIATELY PRIOR TO
ADJOURNMENT.
Martha Johnson stated that the reference to The Clean Water Club should be changed to the
Michigan Pure Water Council.
ADTo
On the motion of Commissioner Christian, the Board adjourned at 6:53 p.m.
Mary E. a
Corporate Secretary
Filed: March 31, 1992
James D. Blair, City Clerk
All of the existing electric services to Cedar Pumping and the Dye Water Conditioning Plant
come from Cedar Substation. Emergency backup for high service pumping was previously
provided by the diesel which had become a safety and environmental liability and was declared
surplus in November, 1991.
Construction is required to commence prior to the end of the fiscal year for backup power for
Cedar pumping to be in service prior to the peak pumping season of 1993 and to meet the
construction schedule for the new pumping station. Work to be completed yet this year would
include engineering, transformer foundations and construction of a switchgear building and
screenwall. The Fiscal 1992 expenditure is estimated at $248,000 with the remainder to be
expended in Fiscal 1993.
Adopted unanimously.
GENERAL MANAGERS REMARKS
General Manager Pandy reported on the following activities:
LANSING MALL FIRE. A transformer owned by the Lansing Mall was the cause of the
March 20, 1992, fire at the mall. A similar failure happened with the mall's equipment in
July 1991. The BWL has offered to assist mall officials in determining the exact cause of the
transformer fire.
CORPORATE AWARD. The BWL received a Certificate of Achievement for excellence as
outstanding corporate award, presented by the Crime Prevention Association of Michigan.
This award was recommended by the Lansing Police Department, Community Services Unit,
for the BWL's community involvement in the National Night Out for Neighborhood Watch
and related lighting ceremonies held. The BWL's Government Affairs Administrator, Terry
Tisdale, was instrumental in coordinating these activities with the Police Department.
PRELEW NARY FISCAL 1993 BUDGET COMMENTS. Transparencies were displayed
previewing the first cut of the preliminary Fiscal 1993 Budget. Mr. Pandy noted that the
BWL will experience its toughest capital year ever for Fiscal 1993. The preliminary budget is
the subject of staff review over the next couple of weeks. A more polished presentation will
be made to the Board at a future meeting.
.—COMMISSIONER. SEBOLT CELEBRATES 65TH BIRTHDAY. A brief surprise
celebration was held honoring Commissioner Sebolt's 65th birthday. Members of his family
were on hand for the surprise. The Commissioners and staff sang Happy Birthday and
congratulated Mr. Sebolt for reaching a milestone in his life.
COMMISSIONERS' REMARKS
Commissioner Strolle echoed the sentiments expressed earlier to Mr. Louis Larche' and Mr.
Al Parker for their suggestion award. He encouraged them to keep up the good work.
This project is projected to be over budget by $565,000. Construction costs have been revised
at $347,000 over the consultant's estimate. Costs for a temporary access are up $210,000 due
to a change in the temporary access concept. Engineering costs and the contingency amount
have also increased.
Project No. 91-021 - Fluoride System Replacement Dye Cedar Complex
Original Estimated Cost - $35,000.00
Revised Completion Cost - $70,979.10
This project was completed in accordance with the original scope of work. This included
demolition of the fluoride feed room and equipment, installation of a new feed room with acid
resistant coating, installation of a new day tank with weigh platform and metering pumps, a
room ventilation system, and safety shower/eye wash.
Cost overruns were experienced in Engineering and in labor due to complications in the room
design. Design changes were required to prevent interference in maintenance of the water
treatment plant basin.
Project No. 91-022 - Cistern Reclaim Pump Replacement Dye Cedar Complex
Original Estimated Cost - $30,000.00
Actual Completion Cost - $40,949.04
This project included demolition and removal of two (2) 1939 Cistern Reclaim Pumps at the
Dye Water Conditioning Plant, and installation of one (1) replacement pump similar to the
existing backup pump.
Cost overruns were experienced in the cost of the pump, and in material and labor for
installation due to field conditions. An added cost of$3,800 was incurred for painting cistern
reclaim piping associated with the pump, which was not in the original scope of work.
High Lift Pump Electric Reliability Project
The addition of this project was recommended at an estimated cost of$1,145,000.
The High Lift Pump Electric Reliability project resulted from an evaluation project in Fiscal
1992 (Project 90-116) to evaluate alternatives for electric reliability for the Cedar Pumping
Station. The best evaluation solution to electric reliability deficiencies at Cedar Pumping and
the Dye Water Conditioning Plant can be accomplished in conjunction with electric supply for
the High Lift Station (Project 92-108) for the finished water transmission system.
A new 13.2 electric substation will be constructed, with a circuit supply independent of Cedar
Substation, to provide service to the High Lift Station to be located on the north end of the
reservoir. Backup power to the existing Cedar Pumping facility will be provided by a new
service from this substation to the existing generator breaker at Cedar Substation. One of the
existing Cedar Substation feeds to the water conditioning plant will also be transferred to the
new substation. These provisions will satisfy the concerns of the Michigan Department of
Public Health and Act 399 provisions.
BY COMMISSIONER SEBOLT-
SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER WILLIAMS
RESOLVED, That Resolutions 92-3-1, 92-3-2, 92-3-3 and 92-3-4 (Human Resources)
of the General Manager's Recommendations be approved.
Adopted unanimously.
The recipients of the maximum suggestion award (Res. 92-3-1) were present and recognized;
namely, Louis Larche', Technician for Moores Park Station, and Alton Parker, Shift
Supervisor for Moores Park Station. Pete Thelen, Manager of the Moores Park Steam Plant,
was introduced. Mr. Larche's son, Pierre, who was in the audience was also acknowledged.
BY COMMISSIONER BELEN -
SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER WILLIAMS
That the following Major Capital Project overruns--as reported and reviewed at the Committee
of the Whole meeting held March 24, 1992--that have exceeded estimated cost amounts by 15
percent or $200,000, whichever is less, consistent with Board policy, be approved as
presented:
Proie,t No. 89-111 - Monitoring System Moores Park Station
Original Estimated Cost - $ 732,000
Revised Completion Cost - $1,266,000
This project is projected to be over budget by $534,000. Construction costs were higher than
the vendor supplied budget estimate by $401,000. In addition, the data acquisition system cost
was $7,000 higher than budgeted, engineering/construction management/start-up will be
$106,000 higher than the Steam Utility estimate, and a $20,000 contingency was added by the
Project Engineering Department.
Project No 91-118 - Garage Improvements Construction Service Complex
Original Estimated Cost - $187,000
Revised Completion Cost - $320,000
This project is projected to be over budget by $133,000. Construction costs were $81,000
over estimate, and engineering will be $39,000 higher than the original estimate which was
low. Also, $10,000 in unanticipated BWL labor was required for the forklift hoist installation,
and the forklift hoist purchase was $3,000 over estimate.
Project No 92-101 - Island Avenue Bridge Refurbishment Eckert/Moores Park Station
Original Estimated Cost - $ 880,000
Revised Completion Cost - $1,445,000
BWL Commissioners -2- March 24, 1992
HUMAN RESOURCES (Continued)
Res. No. 92-3-4
That Charles Langstaff, a First Line Supervisor in Water Service Operations, be awarded
a total of$186.94 for his suggestion proposal number 1992-014, to tag valves on split
water service installations to avoid billing problems.
--------------------
By implementing this proposal, it is estimated that the BWL will realize a net savings of
$1,119.40 in the first year.
--------------------
Respectful) submitted,
Joseph Pandy,Jr.
General Manager
JP/bg
March 24, 1992
Recommendations Board of Water and Light
of Director and Lansing, Michigan
General Manager
Dear Ladies and Gentlemen:
The following items are recommended for your approval:
HUMAN RESOURCES
Res. No. 92-3-1
That Louis Larche', a Technician for Moores Park Steam Plant, and Alton Parker, a Shift
Supervisor for Moores Park Steam Plant, be awarded a total of$5,000.00, to be split
equally, for their suggestion proposal number 1992-026,to disconnect inlet cooler from
city water and reconnect it to the zeohte low-level tank discharge line.
--------------------
By implementing this proposal, it is estimated that the BWL will realize a net savings of
$78,878.43 in the first year. This suggestion represents the second largest net savings
from a suggestion proposal reflected in our files to date.
--------------------
Res. No. 92-3-2
That Ken Mier, a Water Treatment Operator B at Eckert Station, be awarded a total of
$342.87 for his suggestion proposal number 1990-229,to install valves to shut off
building heater steam lines during the summer to reduce traps leaking due to
condensation.
--------------------
By implementing this proposal, it is estimated that the BWL will realize a net savings of
$2,678.69 in the first year.
--------------------
Res. No. 92-3-3
That Randy Abood, an Operator A at Eckert Station, be awarded a total of$125.84 for
his suggestion proposal number 1990-175, to install a regulator in the line from Eckert
Station's #3 gland exhaustor drip tank to the hotwell for more efficient drainage.,
--------------------
By implementing this proposal, it is estimated that the BWL will realize a net savings of
$508.36 in the first year.
--------------------
Authorization To Serve As Directors
of Capital BIDCO and Access BIDCO
Resolution 92-2
RESOLVED, That the Board of Water and Light authorize Dana Tousley,
Treasurer/Controller, and Joseph Pandy, Jr., General Manager, respectively, to
serve as Directors of Capital BIDCO and Access BIDCO,for the express
purpose of protecting pension fund investments.
and
Access BIDCO Board Compensation
Resolution 92-3
RESOLVED, The Pension Fund Trustees acknowledge the General Manager's
memo of March 2, 1992, Re:Access BIDCO Board Compensation. Provided
the provisions of that memo are fully executed, the General Manager is
authorized to continue to serve on the Board of Directors of Access BIDCO.
Respectfully submitted,
Jack R. Sebolt, Chair
Personnel Committee
General Manager Pandy handed out a copy of a letter received from Access BIDCO, dated
March 11, 1992, with an alternate solution to exercising his options to purchase Access
BIDCO stock on behalf of the BWL Pension Fund. In essence the letter indicates that Mr.
Pandy cannot donate his options; and since he would in effect not be accepting them, it will
not constitute as compensation. Instead, the Pension Fund would be compensated the sum of
$25.00 per board meeting attended by Mr. Pandy for his services as a member of the Board of
Directors of Access BIDCO.
BY COMMISSIONER SEBOLT-
SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER BELEN
That Resolutions 92-2 and 92-3 be approved as presented.
Adopted unanimously.
Commissioner Hassler thanked Ms. Holmes for her input and stated staff would meet with her
to review the refurbishment plan and to discuss her concerns.
Sue Eby, 130 Island Avenue, Lansing, also inquired about the Island Avenue bridge repair
project. Ms. Eby stated she owns the properties at 130, 128, 124 and 120 Island Avenue. She
expressed concern over the possibility of losing several feet of yard frontage from easements
and the affect it would have on the market price of her respective properties.
Commissioner Hassler offered the same invitation to Ms. Eby for a joint meeting with staff to
discuss the project and address her concerns.
Donald Hines, representing the Industrial Council of the Lansing Regional Chamber of
Commerce, stated that he addressed the City Councilmembers on the return on equity issue at
a recent Committee of the Whole meeting. He reported that the Industrial Council passed a
formal resolution urging the City not to make additional efforts to require the BWL to pay a
higher sum to the City in lieu of taxes. He noted that the Board of Directors of the Lansing
Regional Chamber of Commerce passed a similar resolution, and copies have been transmitted
to the Mayor and the City Council. Mr. Hines confirmed that the Industrial Council remains
of the same mind as expressed to the Commissioners a couple of months ago; namely, that
they are in agreement with the Board of Commissioners' position that it would be very
difficult to have the City-require a larger payment in lieu of taxes.
PERSONNEL COMMTTEE REPORT
March 12, 1992
Board of Commissioners
Board of Water and Light
Lansing, Michigan
The Personnel Committee met on March 12, 1992, to discuss and consider the Access BIDCO
Board Compensation. Details of the meeting are included with the minutes of the Pension
Fund Trustees.
Present were committee members Sebolt (Chair), Strolle, and O'Leary.
The Personnel Committee recommends the following resolutions for Board approval:
LANSING BOARD OF WATER AND LIGHT
Tuesday, March 24, 1992
The Board of Commissioners met in regular session at 5:30 p.m, at the Main Office Building,
123 W. Ottawa Street, Lansing, Michigan. The meeting was called to order by Chairman
Hassler.
Present: Commissioners Belen, Christian, Evans, Hassler, O'Leary, Sebolt, Strolle, and
Williams - 8
Absent: None
The Secretary declared a quorum present.
General Manager Pandy, Corporate Secretary Sova and Staff members were present.
The Invocation was given by Chairman Hassler. W
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The Pledge of Allegiance was said by all.
APPROVAL OF M WJTES
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BY COMMISSIONER BELEN -
SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER SEBOLT G'
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That minutes of regular session of February 25, 1992, be approved as mailed.ca
Adopted unanimously.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
CHAIRMAN HASSLER ANNOUNCED THAT MEMBERS OF THE PUBLIC WILL BE
AFFORDED THE OPPORTUNITY TO ADDRESS THE COMMISSIONERS REGARDING
ANY ITEM ON THE AGENDA AT THE TIME SUCH ITEM IS OPEN FOR DISCUSSION
BY THE COMMISSIONERS. ANYONE WISHING TO COMMENT ON ANY MATTER
NOT ON THE AGENDA MAY DO SO AT THIS TIME OR IMMEDIATELY PRIOR TO
ADJOURNMENT.
Priscilla Holmes, 220 Reo Avenue, Lansing, expressed concern with the Island Avenue bridge
refurbishment project. She requested information on what exactly is being done to the bridge
and how this will affect her property.
March 24, 1992 31
ART® '
On the motion of Commissioner Christian, the Board adjourned at 6:53 p.m.
'.
Diary E. S a
Corporate Secretary
Filed: March 31, 1992
James D. Blair, City Clerk
30 March 24, 1992
All of the existing electric services to Cedar Pumping and the Dye Water Conditioning Plant
come from Cedar Substation. Emergency backup for high service pumping was previously
provided by the diesel which had become a safety and environmental liability and was declared
surplus in November, 1991.
Construction is required to commence prior to the end of the fiscal year for backup power for
Cedar pumping to be in service prior to the peak pumping season of 1993 and to meet the
construction schedule for the new pumping station. Work to be completed yet this year would
include engineering, transformer foundations and construction of a switchgear building and
screenwall. The Fiscal 1992 expenditure is estimated at $248,000 with the remainder to be
expended in Fiscal 1993.
Adopted unanimously.
GENERAL,MANAGERS REMARKS
General Manager Pandy reported on the following activities:
LANSING MALL, FIRE. A transformer owned by the Lansing Mall was the cause of the
March 20, 1992, fire at the mall. A similar failure happened with the mall's equipment in
July 1991. The BWL has offered to assist mall officials in determining the exact cause of the
transformer fire.
CORPORATE AWARD. The BWL received a Certificate of Achievement for excellence as
outstanding corporate award, presented by the Crime Prevention Association of Michigan.
This award was recommended by the Lansing Police Department, Community Services Unit,
for the BNVL's community involvement in the National Night Out for Neighborhood Watch
and related lighting ceremonies held. The BWL's Government Affairs Administrator, Terry
Tisdale, was instrumental in coordinating these activities with the Police Department.
PRELEYM-TARY FISCAL 1993 BUDGET COMMENTS. Transparencies were displayed
previewing the first cut of the preliminary Fiscal 1993 Budget. Mr. Pandy noted that the
BWL will experience its toughest capital year ever for Fiscal 1993. The preliminary budget is
the subject of staff review over the next couple of weeks. A more polished presentation will
be made to the Board at a future meeting.
COMMISSIONER SEB®LT CELEBRATES 65TH BIRTHDAY. A brief surprise
celebration was held honoring Commissioner Sebolt's 65th birthday. Members of his family
were on hand for the surprise. The Commissioners and staff sang Happy Birthday and
congratulated Mr. Sebolt for reaching a milestone in his life.
COMMISSIONERS' REMARKS
Commissioner Strolle echoed the sentiments expressed earlier to Mr. Louis Larche' and Mr.
Al Parker for their suggestion award. He encouraged them to keep up the good work.
March 24, 1992 29
This project is projected to be over budget by $565,000. Construction costs have been revised
at $347,000 over the consultant's estimate. Costs for a temporary access are up $210,000 due
to a change in the temporary access concept. Engineering costs and the contingency amount
have also increased.
Project No.91-021 - Fluoride System Replacement, Dye Cedar Complo
Original Estimated Cost - $35,000.00
Revised Completion Cost - $70,979.10
This project was completed in accordance with the original scope of work. This included
demolition of the fluoride feed room and equipment, installation of a new feed room with acid
resistant coating, installation of a new day tank with weigh platform and metering pumps, a
room ventilation system, and safety shower/eye wash.
Cost overruns were experienced in Engineering and in labor due to complications in the room
design. Design changes were required to prevent interference in maintenance of the water
treatment plant basin.
Project No. 91-022 - Cistern Re.,claim Pump Replacement, Dve Cedar Complex
Original Estimated Cost - $30,000.00
Actual Completion Cost - $40,949.04
This project included demolition and removal of two (2) 1939 Cistern Reclaim Pumps at the
Dye rater Conditioning Plant, and installation of one (1) replacement pump similar to the
existing backup pump.
Cost overruns were experienced in the cost of the pump, and in material and labor for
installation due to field conditions. An added cost of$3,500 was incurred for painting cistern
reclaim piping associated with the pump, which was not in the original scope of work.
High Lift Pump Electric Reliability Project
The addition of this project was recommended at an estimated cost of$1,145,000.
The High Lift Pump Electric Reliability project resulted from an evaluation project in Fiscal
1992 (Project 90-116) to evaluate alternatives for electric reliability for the Cedar Pumping
Station. The best evaluation solution to electric reliability deficiencies at Cedar Pumping and
the Dye Water Conditioning Plant can be accomplished in conjunction with electric supply for
the High Lift Station (Project 92-108) for the finished water transmission system.
A new 13.2 electric substation will be constructed, with a circuit supply independent of Cedar
Substation, to provide service to the High Lift Station to be located on the north end of the
reservoir. Backup power to the existing Cedar Pumping facility will be provided by a new
service from this substation to the existing generator breaker at Cedar Substation. One of the
existing Cedar Substation feeds to the water conditioning plant will also be transferred to the
new substation. These provisions will satisfy the concerns of the Michigan Department of
Public Health and Act 399 provisions.
March 24, 1992
28
BY COMMISSIONER SEBOLT-
SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER WILLIAMS
RESOLVED, That Resolutions 92-3-1, 92-3-2, 92-3-3 and 92-3-4 (Human Resources)
of the General Manager's Recommendations be approved.
Adopted unanimously.
The recipients of the maximum suggestion award (Res. 92-3-1) were present and recognized;
namely, Louis Larche', Technician for Moores Park Station, and Alton Parker, Shift
Supervisor for Moores Park Station. Pete Thelen, Manager of the Moores Park Steam Plant,
was introduced. Mr. Larche's son, Pierre, who was in the audience was also acknowledged.
BY COMMISSIONER BELEN -
SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER WILLIAMS
That the following Major Capital Project overruns--as reported and reviewed at the Committee
of the Whole meeting held March 24, 1992--that have exceeded estimated cost amounts by 15
percent or $200,000, whichever is less, consistent with Board policy, be approved as
presented:
Pr 'ect No. 9-111 - Monit rin g S t m - Moores P k tion
Original Estimated Cost - $ 732,000
Revised Completion Cost - $1,266,000
This project is projected to be over budget by $534,000. Construction costs were higher than
the vendor supplied budget estimate by $401,000. In addition, the data acquisition system cost
was $7,000 higher than budgeted, engineering/construction management/start-up will be
$106,000 higher than the Steam Utility estimate, and a $20,000 contingency was added by the
Project Engineering Department.
Project No 91 118 Garage Improvements - Construction Service Complex
Original Estimated Cost - $187,000
Revised Completion Cost - $320,000
This project is projected to be over budget by $133,000. Construction costs were $81,000
over estimate, and engineering will be $39,000 higher than the original estimate which was
low. Also, $10,000 in unanticipated BWL labor was required for the forklift hoist installation,
and the forklift hoist purchase was $3,000 over estimate.
Project No. 92-101 - Island Avenue Bridge,Refurbishment. Eckert/Moores Park Station
Original Estimated Cost - $ 880,000
Revised Completion Cost - $1,445,000
March 24, 1992 27
HUMAN RESOURCES (Continued)
Res. No. 92-3-4
That Charles Langstaff, a First Line Supervisor in Water Service Operations, be awarded
a total of$186.94 for his suggestion proposal number 1992-014,to tag valves on split
water service installations to avoid billing problems.
--------------------
By implementing this proposal, it is estimated that the BWL will realize a net savings of
$1,119.40 in the first year.
--------------------
Respectful submitted,
VIC
Joseph Pandy,Jr.
General Manager
JP/bg
26
March 24, 1992
Recommendations Board of Water and Light
of Director and Lansing, Michigan
General Manager
Dear Ladies and Gentlemen:
The following items are recommended for your approval:
HUMAN RESOURCES
Res. No. 92-3-1
That Louis Larche', a Technician for Moores Park Steam Plant, and Alton Parker, a Shift
Supervisor for Moores Park Steam Plant,be awarded a total of $5,000.00,to be split
equally,for their suggestion proposal number 1992-026,to disconnect inlet cooler from
city water and reconnect it to the zeolite low-level tank discharge line.
--------------------
By implementing this proposal, it is estimated that the BWL will realize a net savings of
$78,878.43 in the first year. This suggestion represents the second largest net savings
from a suggestion proposal reflected in our files to date.
--------------------
Res. No. 92-3-2
That Ken Mier, a Water Treatment Operator B at Eckert Station, be awarded a total of
$342.87 for his suggestion proposal number 1990-229,to install valves to shut off
building heater steam lines during the summer to reduce traps leaking due to
condensation.
--------------------
By implementing this proposal, it is estimated that the BWL will realize a net savings of
$2,678.69 in the first year.
--------------------
Res. No. 92-3-3
That Randy Abood, an Operator A at Eckert Station, be awarded a total of$125.84 for
his suggestion proposal number 1990-175,to install a regulator in the line from Eckert
Station's#3 gland exhaustor drip tank to the hotwell for more efficient drainage.
--------------------
By implementing this proposal, it is estimated that the BWL will realize a net savings of
$508.36 in the first year.
--------------------
March 24, 1992 25
Authorization 'To Serve As Directors
Of Capital BIDCO and Access BIDCO
Resolution 92-2
REVOLVED, That the Board of Water and Light authorize Dana Tousley,
Treasurer/Controller, and Joseph Tandy, Jr., General Manager, respectively, to
serve as Directors o,f Capital BIDCO and Access BIDCO,for the express
purpose of protecting pension fund investments.
and
Access BIDCO Board Compgnsation
Resolution 92-3
RESOLVED, The Pension Fund Trustees acknowledge the General Manager's
memo of March 2, 1992, Re:Access BIDCO Board Compensation. Provided
the provisions of that memo are fully executed, the General Manager is
authorized to continue to serve on the Board of Directors of Access BIDCO.
Respectfully submitted,
Jack R. Sebolt, Chair
Personnel Committee
General Manager Pandy handed out a copy of a letter received from Access BIDCO, dated
March 11, 1992, with an alternate solution to exercising his options to purchase Access
BIDCO stock on behalf of the BWL Pension Fund. In essence the letter indicates that Mr.
Pandy cannot donate his options; and since he would in effect not be accepting them, it will
not constitute as compensation. Instead, the Pension Fund would be compensated the sum of
$25.00 per board meeting attended by Mr. Pandy for his services as a member of the Board of
Directors of Access BIDCO.
BY COMMISSIONER SEBOLT-
SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER BELEN
That Resolutions 92-2 and 92-3 be approved as presented.
Adopted unanimously.
24 March 24, 1992
Commissioner Hassler thanked Ms. Holmes for her input and stated staff would meet with her
to review the refurbishment plan and to discuss her concerns.
Sue Eby, 130 Island Avenue, Lansing, also inquired about the Island Avenue bridge repair
project. Ms. Eby stated she owns the properties at 130, 128, 124 and 120 Island Avenue. She
expressed concern over the possibility of losing several feet of yard frontage from easements
and the affect it would have on the market price of her respective properties.
Commissioner Hassler offered the same invitation to Ms. Eby for a joint meeting with staff to
discuss the project and address her concerns.
Donald Hines, representing the Industrial Council of the Lansing Regional Chamber of
Commerce, stated that he addressed the City Councilmembers on the return on equity issue at
a recent Committee of the Whole meeting. He reported that the Industrial Council passed a
formal resolution urging the City not to make additional efforts to require the BWL to pay a
higher sum to the City in lieu of taxes. He noted that the Board of Directors of the Lansing
Regional Chamber of Commerce passed a similar resolution, and copies have been transmitted
to the Mayor and the City Council. Mr. Hines confirmed that the Industrial Council remains
of the same mind as expressed to the Commissioners a couple of months ago; namely, that
they are in agreement with the Board of Commissioners' position that it would be very
difficult to have the City require a larger payment in lieu of taxes.
PERSONNEL COMMITTEE REPORT
March 12, 1992
Board of Commissioners
Board of Water and Light
Lansing, Michigan
The Personnel Committee met on March 12, 1992, to discuss and consider the Access BIDCO
Board Compensation. Details of the meeting are included with the minutes of the Pension
Fund Trustees.
Present were committee members Sebolt (Chair), Strolle, and O'Leary.
The Personnel Committee recommends the following resolutions for Board approval:
Nhrch 24, 1992 23
LANSING BOARD OF WATER AND LIGHT
Tuesday, March 24, 1992
The Board of Commissioners met in regular session at 5:30 p.m, at the Fain Office Building,
123 W. Ottawa Street, Lansing, Michigan. The meeting was called to order by Chairman
Hassler.
Present: Commissioners Belen, Christian, Evans, Hassler, O'Leary, Sebolt, Strolle, and
Williams - S
Absent: None
The Secretary declared a quorum present.
General Manager Pandy, Corporate Secretary Sova and Staff members were present.
The Invocation was given by Chairman Hassler.
The Pledge of Allegiance was said by all.
APPROVAL OF MJTES
BY COMMISSIONER BELEN -
SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER SEBOLT
That minutes of regular session of February 25, 1992, be approved as mailed.
Adopted unanimously.
PUBLIC COUNTS
CHAIRMAN HASSLED ANNOUNCED THAT MEMBERS OF THE PUBLIC WILL BE
AFFORDED THE OPPORTUNITY TO ADDRESS THE COMMISSIONERS REGARDING
ANY ITEM ON THE AGENDA AT THE TIME SUCH ITEM IS OPEN FOR DISCUSSION
BY THE COMMISSIONERS. ANYONE WISHING TO COMMENT ON ANY MATTER
NOT ON THE AGENDA MAY DO SO AT THIS TIME OR IMMEDIATELY PRIOR TO
ADJOURNMENT.
Priscilla Holmes, 220 Reo Avenue, Lansing, expressed concern with the Island Avenue bridge
refurbishment project. She requested information on what exactly is being done to the bridge
and how this will affect her property.
February 25, 1992 21
■ Share the Success is in good shape at 300 points, we are aware of zero
(0) points for cost of service and working on improving this measure.
■ BWL received the 4th place Safety Award from APPA. It will be
presented at the O & E Conference.
■ Dave Emmons, Superintendent of Line Construction, wrote an article
entitled "After The Storm" in UTILITY SUPERVISOR. As a result of
the article, the BWL storm manual is being reviewed, emphasizing
training of employees on responding to emergencies.
• Reviewed electric sales for FY91. Resale is down 7.9% which is
reflected by a general turn-down in the State economy. Retail electric
sales are down .8%.
Information on Rate of Return was presented by Treasurer/Controller, Dana Tousley.
Water Utility Director Clyde Dugan reported that it would be an economic benefit for Delta
Township to receive water from the Board of Water and Light.
® Flyash sales for 1991 were up 52% as reported by US Ash. The BWL
marketed a total of 48% of the ash produced. Revenue from ash is not
significant, but there is a cost savings from landfill.
® Currently the BWL has a 69 day supply of coal, this will be increased to
80 days. There is labor unrest because of pension and health issues for
retired miners.
o Dr. Eva Evans was congratulated for receiving the Chamber of
Commerce Athena Award, and the Whitney M. Young, Jr. Award from
the Boy Scouts of America.
Treasurer/Controller Dana Tousley advised the Commissioners about the controversy with the
City of Lansing regarding the sewerage billing fee. It is cost efficient for all customers for
BWL to collect the sewerage fee rather than the City performing this function.
Employees Richard LaPratt and Doug Buell were present and acknowledged by the
Commissioners.
22 February 25, 1992
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Mr. John Tellier spoke on fluoridation and the results of studies that had been conducted over
the years. He also spoke on the use of Chlorine and advocated the use of Ozone as an
alternate disinfectant. A book entitled "FLUORIDE THE AGING FACTOR" was left for the
BWL.
Martha Johnson, President of the Michigan Pure Water Council, Inc., spoke on fluoride, and
read also a letter dated February 25, 1992, addressed to General Manager Joseph Pandy, from
the Michigan Pure Water Council, Inc.
Lorraine VanBuren, teacher and bio-chemist, spoke on fluoride and presented information
from the International Society for Fluoride Research.
All three of these speakers urged the BWL to stop the fluoridation of BWL water.
EXCUSED ABSENCES
A motion for excused absences was made and properly seconded.
That the absence of Commissioners Sebolt and O'Leary be excused.
Adopted unanimously.
AIDTOURNMENT
On the motion of Commissioner Christian, the Board adjourned at 6:25 p,m.
}
Rosemary Sullivan
Assistant Secretary
Filed: March 2, 1992
James D. Blair, City Clerk
muary 28, 1992 1
LANSING BOARD OF WATER AND LIGHT
Tuesday, January 28, 1992
The Board of Commissioners met in regular session at 5:30 p.m, at the Main Office
Building, 123 W. Ottawa Street, Lansing, Michigan. The meeting was called to order
by Chairman Hassler.
Present: Commissioners Belen, Christian, Evans, Hassler, O'Leary, Sebolt,
Strolle, and Williams - 8
Absent: None
The Assistant Secretary declared a quorum present.
General Manager Pandy, Assistant Secretary Sullivan and Staff members were present.
The Invocation was given by Chairman Hassler.
The Pledge of Allegiance was said by all. ND
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APPROVAL OF MINUTES
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BY COMMISSIONER SEBOLT - -�
SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER WILLIAMS -
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That minutes of regular session of December 17, 1991, be approved as mailed.
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Adopted unanimously.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
CHAIRMAN HASSLER ANNOUNCED THAT MEMBERS OF THE PUBLIC WILL
BE AFFORDED THE OPPORTUNITY TO ADDRESS THE COMMISSIONERS
REGARDING ANY ITEM ON THE AGENDA AT THE TIME SUCH ITEM IS OPEN
FOR DISCUSSION BY THE COMMISSIONERS. ANYONE WISHING TO
COMMENT ON ANY MATTER NOT ON THE AGENDA MAY DO SO AT THIS
TIME OR IMMEDIATELY PRIOR TO ADJOURNMENT.
January 28, 1992
PERSONNEL COMMITTEE REPORT
January 28, 1992
Board of Commissioners
Board of Water and Light
Lansing, Michigan
The Personnel Committee met on December 19, 1991 to discuss and consider the
following items:
1. Pension Fund Investments for the period July 1, 1991 through
September 30, 1991.
2. Act No. 46 of the Public Acts of 1991 regarding eligible domestic
relations orders (EDRO's)
3. Conflict of Interest Disclosure from the General Manager who
serves on Access BIDCO's Board of Directors
Present were committee members Sebolt (Chair), Evans, O'Leary, and Strolle.
Recommendations of the committee have been referred to the BWL Pension Fund
Trustees. The Pension Fund Trustees will convene on January 28, 1992, to consider the
Personnel Committee's recommendations on the above matters.
Respectfully submitted,
Jack R. Sebolt, Chair
Personnel Committee
BY COMMISSIONER SEBOLT--
SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER WILLIAMS
That Personnel Committee be approved as presented.
Adopted unanimously.
anuary 28, 1992 3
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE REPORT
January 28, 1992
Board of Commissioners
Board of Water and Light
Lansing, Michigan
The Committee of the Whole met on January 14, 1992, to receive a presentation of the
following items:
1. Major Capital Projects Overrun and Project Additions
2. Strategic Planning
Present were Commissioners Williams (Chair Pro Tem), Belen, Christian, Hassler,
O'Leary, Sebolt, and Commissioner Strolle. Absent was Commissioners Evans.
Major Capital Project Variances
Overruns:
Mr. Dan Flynn, General Supervisor - Mechanical Engineering, presented a status report
on Major Capital Projects that have exceeded estimated cost amounts by 15 percent or
$200,000, whichever is less, consistent with Board policy:
Project No. 87-106 - Make-Up Water Supply - Erickson Station
Original Estimated Cost - $1,500,000
Revised Completion Cost - $1,721,900
Increased costs were due to the emergency replacement of the old acid line from the bulk
storage tank to the plant. Also, engineering efforts required to start up and trouble
shoot, while keeping the plant on line, took longer than estimated. Extra field time was
required to follow the installation of an unplanned for caustic spill system for the
demineralizer to assure complete mixed bed regeneration.
Project No. 87-121 - Life Extension Boilers 11-14 - Moores Park Station
Original Estimated Cost - $2,915,000
Revised Completion Cost - $3,126,000
First request to bid produced only one bid which was rejected. Additional engineering
effort was required to rebid and re-evaluate proposals for the overfire air system. Also,
bids received the second time were higher than vendor supplied estimates.
January 28, 1992
Project No 90-103 - Waste grater Treatment Plant - Eckert Station
Original Estimated Cost - $1,253,000
Revised Completion Cost - $1,660,000
Construction costs were higher than estimates. Staged construction is used along with
special modifications rewired to assure operation of one-half of the system while the
remaining one-half is being replaced. Also, special wear resistant piping was requested
by the plant, and unforeseen foundation and buried rubble problems occurred.
Project No. 91-107 - heating System Upgrade - Dye/Cedar Complex
Original Estimated Cost - $105,000
Revised Completion Cost - $173,600
Increased costs were due to the unexpected removal of asbestos insulation, use of steam
for heating instead of natural gas, replacement of the ceiling tiles in the control room,
and increasing the HVAC capacity for future expansion. In addition, the construction
bids were higher them estimated.
Project NoJ9-1-118 - Hazel Street Upgrade - Common Facilities
Original Estimated Cost - $150,000
Revised Completion Cost - $234,000
Cost increased because two offices were added on the second floor and the Building
Code required BWL to upgrade the building electrical system.
Additions:
It was further recommended that the following two projects be added to the Fiscal 1992
capital projects:
Common Facilities - 9th Floor Re_,air - Main Office: $225,000
Emergency repair was required in the main office following an incident that occurred on
August 11, 1991 (Sunday) when concrete spilled off the underside of the Penthouse
(Machine Room) floor slab and fell through the 9th floor suspended ceiling and into the
office below. The Board asked that insurance coverage be pursued. This is being done.
Project No. 91-23 - Slaker Enclosure - Dye/Cedar Complex: $50,000
Originally, this project was in the Fiscal 1991 budget with construction intended to begin
in the late Spring of 1991. Other construction in the plant forced postponement in
construction until the Fall/Minter of 1991 (FY 1992). By the time the decision to delay
was reached, it was too late to carry over the project into the Fiscal 1992 budget.
Following discussion and consideration thereof, the Committee of the Whole present the
following resolution for Board approval:
anuary 28, 1992 5
Resolution Authorizing
Major Capital Project Overruns and Additions
(Resolution 92-1-1)
RESOLVED, That the cost estimate for the following major capital projects
be increased as follows:
Project No, Original Cost Revised Cost
87-106 $1,500,000 $1,721,900
87-121 2,915,000 3,126,000
90-103 1,253,000 1,660,000
91-107 105,000 173,600
89-118 150,000 234,000
RESOLVED FURTHER, That the following projects at the estimated costs
listed, be added to the Fiscal 1992 capital projects:
Project Estimated Cost
Common Facilities
9th Floor Repair - Main Office $225,000
Dye/Cedar Complex
91-23 Slaker Enclosure $ 50,000
Strategic Planning
The strategic planning process for Fiscal 1991-92 began in the fall by creating seven task
forces to focus on specific topics that examined the organization and the environment in
which it operates. Some of the issues addressed the recommendations submitted in the
Cresap diagnostic evaluation of support services, as presented to the Board on August
27, 1991.
Executive summary presentations were delivered by the seven task force chairs. Lengthy
discussion focused on the conclusions and recommendations of the following task forces:
1. Customer Focus/Quality
Purpose: To turn around declining customer satisfaction levels and
focus the organization on improving the quality of service, products
and achieving excellence.
2. Training and Development
Purpose: To better coordinate organizational training to assure
value and accountability.
January 28, 1992
3. Technical Services Functions
Purpose: To address functions identified by Cresap's diagnostic
evaluation of support services relating to the Project Engineering,
Environmental Engineering and Information Systems Departments.
4. Cogeneration and By-Products
Purpose: To study the impact of various cogeneration systems on
BWL electric retail revenue and to develop strategies for meeting
the BWL's goal to utilize by-products at the lowest possible cost.
5. Capital Projects Justification
Purpose: To review the capital budgeting and expenditure
forecasting process with special emphasis on justification and
prioritization of capital projects.
b. Managerial Accounting ng System
Purpose: To recommend change to the B`A7L's existing financial
accounting and budgeting system that reflect the Strategic Business
Unit organization.
7. 1995 Urganiziptio nal Structure
Purpose: To develop a 1995 organizational structure which
reinforces the Strategic Business Unit concept and (1) provide a
means for each Division to have clear responsibility, accountability
and authority for its functions, and (2) provide the three utilities
with the resources necessary to operate effectively and efficiently.
Respectfully submitted,
Gerald W. Williams, Chair Pro Tern
Committee of the Whole
BY COMMISSIONER WILLIAMS --
SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER SEBOLT --
That the Committee of the Whole Report, including Resolution 92-1-1, for
Resolution Authorizing Major Capital Project Overruns and Additions, be
approved as submitted.
Adopted unanimously
7
of Recommendations January 28, 1992
Gen]rector and Bard of Water and Li
Manager Ians'ng' Michigan Light
Dear Lad1eS and Gentlemen:
11LTM4jV The following iterns are recornmend
�QURCES ed for your approval:
Rom' NO. 92-1-2
That.Doug Thintenug B'ummette, a M
maintenance, be awarded a amten
a retainin total of Ce M�han'c-Certified Welder for
maintenance. g ring for Eckert''$'0't0u0 for suggestion proposal n Production-
rnlet oil rese �'ber 1991-122,
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JRes' NO. 92-1-3
That William J.
month effective A ardner, Meter Rea
his death, if his wipe l 4, 1991. He has Sel be placed on a disability the rest of her life as ected GPtion IV wide pension of$858.91 per
a'nount of$858.91 Provided ded finer, O Ives the Provision that after
under option IV m she will receive $858.91
of his life. will revert back to the regulars his wife predeceases n the month for
Pension amount of$93 89 for the rest
sion
the B WL
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o- 92-1-4
Authorize the sale of
competitive bids six Board be
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101, #109, #132, #133
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renewal
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be
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amount of$119,150.o to-month
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Electric Supply Co.,and
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Supply Co. ($133,6 and All Elecme P General Elec
Co. ($222,472.80), Philips Lighting,
General Electric Co.,North b dLbut declined•
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and resale lamps
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requirement
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a to be
1z-Chase of the estim overing the peti( .c Co•,L1a 1993.
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(approximatelyr/iich. a Brass through 1 anuary
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amount of $164,621.38• prcing " -
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169)25 7,), All Phase
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an bar lec c Supply Co„an
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Electric,Inc. ($192,28263,104.2, ) and Gr Y General
Electric Supply Co. ($ erlc Philips Lighting,
North to bid but decl�ed
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Joseph PManage,
General
JP/bg
28, 1992
BY COMMISSIONER SEBOLT--
NER BELEN
SECONDED BY COMMISSIO
uman Resources) of the General
RESOLVED, That Resolution e approved.
Manager's Recommendations be
Adopted unanimously.
BY COMMISSIONER BELEN -- R SEBOLT
SECONDED BY COMMISSIONE of the General Manager's
That Resolution 92-1-3 (Pension)
RESOLVED'Recommendations be approved
Adopted unanimously.
BY COMMISSIONER WILLIAMS-- R SEBOLT
SECONDED BY COMMISSIONE reasurer/Controller)
Resolutions 92-1-4, 92-1-5 and 92-1-6 (T
RESOLVED, That er's Recommendations be approved*
of the General Manag m
Adopted unanimously.
GENERAL MANAGERS REMARKS will be out
Corporate Secretary Mom'
Sova will undergo surgery January 29, 1992, and
of the office for six weeks• 22, 1992, stating that Roy
er Pandy handed out a memo dated January as of January 29,
General Mang the BWL as Electric Director. Ho rposition at the BWL-
Peffley would be leaving in in his present
1992, ressed their appreciation for Mr. Peffley's decision.
Mr. Peffley reconsi dexred and will be staying
Mr. Pandy and the Board P will be retiring after 31.5 years of
Dir
ector of Electric Utility Coordination, Dick Sevic,
service. AL of January 22, 1992, was
the Board of Water and Light has no plans to lay
An
error in an article in the LANS STATE JOU
noted. The article should have stated
off any employees.
s to direct labor overhead
Charge
decreased from 88% to 85% because of a reduction o
1,�,� annually in our health ca1e costs.
over $
January 28, 1992
General Manager Pand
exceptional achievement presented Dick Peffley and Dick Gregg �'i plaques for
at Lacks®n Stab®n. The work '000 was realized for modernizing
Gregg. At the suggestion of Commissioner Be1en as was
b consideration to evaluating , IVIr•, Pand Y Mr. Peffley and Mr.
g this under the Suggestion Policy. Y agreed to give
Steam Utility Director, Joe
Public Heal tte 'V'/oudard-Yauk, has met with the Michi
With the Department� regarding the 131�,
of Public H operating their heating gan Department of
them and also benefit the PW,, ealth is acquired, it will save sig ifcant monie a five-year s
ies for
General Manager Pand
Corporate Manager
Sec Y highlighted items in 1991
y Sova. As suggested b ar RF�III✓�h7, a report generated by
,Corporate
and City Council Afejnbers the Poard, the report will be sent to the
General Manager Pand
yy Marketing Director Stricklera4v� ater tttendility�g�eCtor Du
City of Dugan and Communications and
Y lensing on the issue of fluoridakton•eeting with General Services Committee,
the Michigan Department of Public Health.' also attendingg will be a representative from
A fact sheet on fluoride was handed out.
Correspondence between the General
handed out and discussed. Manager and Councilmember Canad Clarification is needed as to exactly what information
y is requesting. The General Y was
Manager plans to meet with Mr. Caned Mr.
A copy of letter from Lloyd Teets to City
y.
handed out. y Clerk regarding Board of Water and Light was
Reference was made to article in Ref representing KIPLINGER LETTER
15% of the market by the year 2000. concerning electric cars
Total Safety Perforpnance for 1991 was 1.59; BWL .
of Commerce Dinner Mee target was 4 or less.
Annual Chamber
the Holiday Inn in South Lansing, tng is scheduled for Febru
ary 11, 1992, at
James Reutter Lansing Community College Found
1992. anon dinner is scheduled for May 16,
Discussion of 14IMCG and Consumers Power Com
Committee of the Whole meeting to be held pant litigation will be the topic o
Monday, February 10, 1992 p f a
John StricldeP was commended for the 1991 , at 5:30 p.m.
decrease in industrial load over the Annual Report.
in 1991, past ten years, declining from 40%in 1981 was made to
30%
1992
has been paepared by Staff Attorney Wilhite.
g p
al counsel
p request for bids for outside le
em loyee�s for the outstanding safety record.
commended B
aN1-
Comn>. . ner O'Leary -Fower Quality on February 19,
Department will conductrner°and��mate 5 customers are invited to
The Marketing p �s Rate 4 customers
1992. Most of the
attend. EKl-y on MPSC rejection of Consumers
producer•
R�dE Plant as an independent
An article in PUBLIC is palisades Nuclear
Company spin-off of its Pal lairs for 1992 was held.
Commissioners conference or retreat P
Discussion on ADJ®URNMEVT
er Christian, the hoard adjourned at 6:35 p.m.
mission
on the motio of commissioner
Ros�eary Sullivan
Assistant secretary
Filed
January 31, 1992
James D.
Blair, City Clerk