HomeMy Public PortalAbout08-15-2011 PROCEEDINGS OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS
FOR RICHMOND POWER & LIGHT
AUGUST 15, 2011
The Board of Directors for Richmond Power & Light Plant met in regular session at 7 p.m. August 15,
2011 in the Council Chambers in the Municipal Building in said City. Chairperson Wissel presided.
ROLL CALL:
Present were: Howard "Jack" Elstro, Kelley Cruse-Nicholson, Bruce Wissel, Clayton Miller, Bing Welch,
Larry Parker, Diana Pappin, Bob Goodwin and Phil Quinn.
Also present were: Steve Saum, General Manager; Karen Chasteen, City Clerk; and, Walt Chidester, City
Attorney; Jerry Purcell, Richmond Fire Department; Sue Roberson, Human Resources Director; Gus
Duke, RP&L; Chris Hardie; Mr. and Mrs. Ron Oler; Mike Bennett; representatives of various Veteran's
organizations.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
Mr. Parker moved to approve the minutes of the meeting held August 1, 2011, supported by Mr. Welch.
Upon a vote viva voce, the motion passed.
APPROVAL OF BILLS, INVESTMENTS AND TRANSFERS:
Upon recommendation of the Finance Committee; Ms.- Pappin moved-to approve the-following bills for
payment, supported by Mr. Goodwin. Upon a vote viva voce, the motion passed.
Payroll: $ 327,234.89
Miscellaneous Pre Paid Invoices: $ 302,830.19
Telecom. Div. Misc. Pre Paid Invoices: $ 31,177.37
Total Prepaid Invoices: $ 661,242.45
Less EFT/Direct Deposit of Payroll: $ 129,899.58
Total Prepaid Invoices: $ 531,342.87
Total EFT Transfers: $ 302,604.70
Total Prepaids plus EFT Transfers: $ 833,94
Total Bills Not Paid: .57
$ 394,447.36
Grand Total: $1,228,396.93
STREET LIGHT COMMITTEE:
None
OLD BUSINESS:
• Award bid on a 2011/2012 Mini Excavator 4-5 Ton unit as approved in the budget:
Mr. Miller moved to award this bid to Rogan Equipment in the amount of$55,554.00 as
recommended by Mr. Saum, supported by Ms. Pappin. Upon a vote viva voce, the motion
passed.
NEW BUSINESS:
• RESOLUTION NO.4-2011 —A RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF
RICHMOND POWER & LIGHT REQUESTING COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
RICHMOND, INDIANA APPOINT APPRAISORS TO APPRAISE THE VALUE OF RICHMOND
POWER& LIGHT WHITEWATER VALLEY TURBINES NOS. 1 AND 2 ALONG WITH
ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT
Discussion ensued regarding the apparent lack of expertise of local appraisors.
Mr. Elstro moved to adopt Resolution No. 4-2011, supported by Mr. Miller. The motion passed
with a 6-3 roll call vote. Dissenting were Councilors Welch, Parker and Pappin.
• RESOLUTION NO. 5-2011 — A RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF
RICHMOND POWER & LIGHT REQUESTING COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
RICHMOND, INDIANA APPOINT APPRAISORS TO APPRAISE THE VALUE OF RICHMOND
POWER & LIGHT LAND AND BUILDINGS TO BE LEASED FOR REFUSE-DERIVED FUEL
PROJECT
Mr. Parker moved to adopt Resoluton No. 5-2011, supported by Mr. Goodwin. Upon a vote viva
voce,the motion passed.
RP&L—Board of Directors Minutes
August 15,2011
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REPORT BY GENERAL MANAGER:
• Little damage during the recent storm. Tree trimming has helped.
• Generation has been down due to cooler temperatures
MISCELLANEOUS BUSINESS:
• Several Board members voiced concern about the automated phone answering system at RP&L.
Mr. Saum was asked to provide a comparison of costs, time table and the advantages and
disadvantages of a receptionist vs. automation by the September 20 meeting.
ADJOURNMENT:
There being no further business and a motion duly made, the meeting was adjourned.
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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.