pages: CityCouncil/2006-09-05.pdf, 6
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CityCouncil | 2006-09-05 | 6 | million; inquired whether, including depreciation, the units are being sold for the amount they are worth. The AP&T General Manager responded in the affirmative. Vice Mayor Gilmore inquired what the money would be used for if the units were sold. The AP&T General Manager responded the money would be used for other infrastructure needs; stated one capital project in mind is a second feeder to Coast Guard Island. Councilmember Daysog inquired what would be the cost of a mobile unit, to which the Disaster Preparation Officer responded that he does not know the amount. Councilmember Daysog inquired whether the units have a 10-year useful life period. The AP&T General Manager responded the units have a 10 or 20 year life period; stated maintenance staff indicated the life of the generators is rapidly declining. Councilmember Daysog stated the price is good if the life is 10- years; said information would be useful; the conversation should be from the vantage point of the objective that the City would achieve from selling the generators; more information is needed. Mayor Johnson stated that she would like to know the impact on disaster preparedness and whether proceeds should be used to purchase mobile generators to make the City better prepared in the event of a disaster; that she concurs with Councilmember Daysog that more information is needed. Councilmember Matarrese stated that he concurs with Councilmember Daysog about understanding the goal; homeland security money should be pursued for a second line to Coast Guard Island; the money from the sale should replace the original use; more information on the goal is needed. The AP&T General Manager stated the units were purchased for rolling blackouts; AP&T's portfolio has been properly planned and the City should not be subject to rolling blackouts; the generators are quite cumbersome and would not be best for disaster response ; there are costs for maintenance and fuel. Councilmember deHaan inquired whether keeping the units in stand by mode costs $30,000. Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 6 September 5, 2006 | CityCouncil/2006-09-05.pdf |