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FOR RICHMOND POWER & LIGHT
OCTOBER 21, 2013
The Board of Directors for Richmond Power & Light Plant met in regular session at 7 p.m. October.21,
2013 in the Council Chambers of the Municipal Building in said City. Chairperson Wissel presided.
ROLL CALL:
Present were: Howard "Jack" Elstro, Kelley Cruse-Nicholson, Bruce Wissel, Don Winget, Larry Parker,
Misty Hollis, Ron Oler and Phil Quinn. Absent was Clay Miller.
Also present were: James French, General Manager; Walt Chidester, City Attorney; Karen Chasteen, City
Clerk; Mike Elstro; Susan Alexander; Chuck Jewitt; Chris Wagner; Dave Drudy;Media and Sergeant-at-
Arms.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
Mr. Parker moved to approve the minutes of the meeting held October 7, 2013, supported by Ms. Hollis.
Upon a vote viva voce, the motion passed.
APPROVAL OF BILLS, INVESTMENTS AND TRANSFERS:
Upon recommendation of the Finance Committee, Mr. Winget moved to approve the following bills for
payment, supported by Ms. Hollis. Upon a vote viva voce,the motion passed.
Bills Already Paid:
Payroll and Deductions 296,561.05
Transfers from Cash Operating to:
Miscellaneous Prepaid Invoices 144.537.39
Telecom. Div. Misc. Pre Paid Invoices: 39,549.22
EFT/Direct Deposit of Payroll: 166,744.41
EFT Transfers: 76,648.61
Total Bills Not Paid: 255.147.00
Grand Total: $ 645,698.86
STREET LIGHT COMMITTEE: Mr. Winget reported several ideas have been discussed with residents
of Oak Park regarding ways to pay for Street lights in designated areas. Mr. French will research what
options are available with the Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission and meet with the Street Light
Committee.
OLD BUSINESS:
• QUOTES FOR STOREROOM LOADING DOCK RAMPS
The following quotes were received:
Beard Masonry - $15,250.00
Rick Thomas - $12,400.00
BMV Construction - $24,500.00
Smarelli General Contractors - $13,270.00
Mr. Winget moved to refer the bids to the General Manager for tabulation, evaluation and
recommendation, supported by Mr. Parker. Upon a vote viva voce, the motion carried.
NEW BUSINESS:
• REQUEST TO RECEIVE BIDS FOR THE "RIGHT-OF-WAY" CONTRACT(Tree Trimming)
Mr. Winget moved to authorize the General Manager to receive bids on the Right-of-Way
contract, supported by Ms. Cruse-Nicholson. Upon a vote viva voce, the motion carried.
REPORT BY GENERAL MANAGER:
• LINEWORKER'S RODEO RECAP:
Dave Drudy placed:
1st- Hurt Man Rescue;
3rd-Single Phase Pole Transfer;
2nd- Insulator Changeout; and
1st—Overall
Team—Dave Drudy, Chuck Jewitt, Chris Wagner placed:
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2nd—Hurt Man Rescue;
1st—4 KB Underarm Disconnect Changeout;
1st—Single Phase Dead End Transfer;
1st—Crossarm Changeout; and
1st—Overall
Apprentice—Mike Berger
10th (out of 15)—Great showing—completed training 2 weeks before Rodeo.
MISCELLANEOUS BUSINESS:
Budget meetings will be October 24 and 28, 2013 at 5:30 pm in the RP&L Auditorium. Dinner will be
provided.
ADJOURNMENT:
There being no further business and a motion duly made, the meeting was adjourned.
Bruce Wissel, Chairperson
ATTEST: Karen Chasteen, IAMC, MMC
City Clerk
A recording of this meeting is on file in the Office of the City Clerk.