pages: CityCouncil/2006-09-05.pdf, 5
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CityCouncil | 2006-09-05 | 5 | or if the City's power supply were cut off; further inquired whether the generators at the former Base make the generators [proposed for sale] unnecessary. The Alameda Power and Telecom (AP&T) General Manager responded there is not a zero probability that the generators never would be used; stated combustion turbines near Alameda Point would serve all of the load assuming customers were not furiously using electricity; typically people are responsible during parts of the system might be down in the event of a major emergency and the entire load would not be served. Mayor Johnson inquired whether the generators would be helpful if power lines were down in an area. The AP&T General Manager responded possibly; stated currently the generators are permitted as stationary; moving the generators is not a simple task; the system has to be tested; the process takes 96 to 100 hours assuming roads are passable. Councilmember deHaan inquired whether the City's emergency response group has reviewed the asset to determine whether it is part of disaster preparation. AP&T General Manager stated AP&T has a smaller unit, which is very portable and can be hooked into smaller service areas very easily. The Disaster Preparation Officer stated any asset would be an adjunct to the infrastructure; however, the equipment is semi- - permanently mounted; the two turbines [near Alameda Point ] would provide 50-60% of normal demand; the Public Utilities Board's recommendation seems prudent having something more mobile would be more appropriate; other types of equipment are more suitable for mobile generation. Councilmember deHaan inquired whether the generators are included in the disaster relief plan. The Disaster Preparation Officer responded in the negative; stated the combustion turbines would be used to provide back up power to the City in the event of a power disruption; mobile units would better serve specific areas of the City; the City would be better served with additional mobile units. Mayor Johnson stated perhaps the generators could be sold and mobile units could be purchased. Vice Mayor Gilmore stated the units were purchased in 2001 for $1.8 Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 5 September 5, 2006 | CityCouncil/2006-09-05.pdf |