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UTILITY COMMITTEE
AGENDA
April 13, 2009 - 5:00 P.M. - Council Chambers - City Hall - City of Dover
Public comments are welcomed on any item and will be permitted at appropriate times.
When possible, please notify the City Clerk (736-7008 or e-m ail at Tm cdowell@dover.de.us)
should you wish to be recognized.
AGENDA ADDITIONS/DELETIONS
1. Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) Review - Public Utilities
2. Energy Block Grant
3. PACE/NAES Monthly Report (February)
4. Adjournment by 5:55 P.M.
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THE AGENDA ITEMS AS LISTED MAY NOT BE CONSIDERED IN SEQUENCE. THIS AGENDA IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE TO
INCLUDE THE ADDITION OR THE DELETION OF ITEMS, INCLUDING EXECUTIVE SESSIONS.
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ELECTRIC
EXPENDITURES
TOTAL 5
CATEGORY FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014
YEAR COST
Public Utilities ‐ Electric Eng
Distribution Feeder Replacement
1,887,550 377,510 377,510 377,510 377,510 377,510
Program
Distribution Upgrades 2,500,000 500,000 500,000 500,000 500,000 500,000
Relay Test Equipment 48,795 48,795
Hot Spot Identification 26,400 26,400
Mid City Substation 1,488,461 483,000 1,005,461
Replacement of 69 KV Breakers 283,000 183,000 100,000
Substation PT & CT Replacement 784,813 260,880 256,218 267,715
Distribution Capacitors and
620,000 120,000 200,000 100,000 100,000 100,000
Controls
Lighting Project and Rehabilitation 250,000 50,000 50,000 50,000 50,000 50,000
Walker Road Overhead Conversion 633,112 350,511 282,601
Frazier Substation Reliability
765,247 155,000 610,247
Upgrade
College Road to McKee Substation
307,000 307,000
Feeders
Transmission Line Maintenance
225,000 75,000 75,000 75,000
Program
69kV Substation Switch
160,000 80,000 80,000
Replacement
Horsepond Substation Reliability
761,812 170,000 591,812
Upgrade
General Scott Switchgear 544,700 544,700
Subtotal 11,285,890 2,049,585 2,839,700 2,114,826 1,962,757 2,319,022
Public Utilities ‐ Trans and Dist
New Developments 4,576,108 881,300 897,925 914,881 932,179 949,823
Subtotal 4,576,108 881,300 897,925 914,881 932,179 949,823
Public Utilities ‐ Power Plant
Miscellaneous Capital Equipment
433,500 89,000 82,000 84,500 87,500 90,500
Replacement
McKee Run Unit 1 COMS
33,000 33,000
Replacement
McKee Run Warehouse/Admin
55,000 55,000
Smoke & Heat Detection System
VanSant CT Mark IV Upgrades 700,000 700,000
Plant Driveway Repaving 240,000 240,000
Work Management System
85,000 85,000
Replacement
Unit 3 ‐ Remove Cyclone
51,000 51,000
Separators
Unit 1 Remove Cyclone
36,000 36,000
Separataors
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Unit 2 ‐ Remove Cyclone
36,000 36,000
Separators
McKee Run ‐ Hot Water Boilers 70,000 70,000
McKee Run Unit 2 COMS
33,000 33,000
Replacement
McKee Run Units 1 & 2 ‐ Stack
75,000 75,000
Repairs
McKee Run ‐ Demineralizer
65,000 65,000
Replacement
McKee Run Unit #1 Turbine
500,000 500,000
Outage
Preservation of Structures 80,000 38,000 42,000
VanSant Auxiliary Power Backup 75,000 75,000
McKee Run Unit 3 Turbine Outage 1,000,000 1,000,000
McKee Run ‐ Unit 3 Flux Probe 60,000 60,000
McKee Run ‐ Unit 3 Cooling Tower
450,000 450,000
Fill
McKee Run ‐ Unit 3 Cooling Water
40,000 40,000
Line Replacement
Subtotal 4,117,500 1,325,000 185,000 762,500 162,500 1,682,500
TOTAL 19,979,498 4,255,885 3,922,625 3,792,207 3,057,436 4,951,345
REVENUE
TOTAL 5
REVENUE SOURCE FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014
YEAR COST
Electric I and E Fund 16,145,498 2,596,885 3,322,625 3,292,207 2,482,436 4,451,345
Electric Depreciation Reserve Fund 2,783,000 683,000 600,000 500,000 500,000 500,000
Electric Bond 976,000 976,000
State Grant 75,000 75,000
TOTAL 19,979,498 4,255,885 3,922,625 3,792,207 3,057,436 4,951,345
DRAFT Fiscal 2010 Capital Investment Plans 2
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LOCATION/AREA MAP PHOTO:
Distribution Feeder Replacement Program
FISCAL YEAR S : 2010 - 2014
PROJECT NO: EE0000
CATEGORY: Electric
DEPARTMENT: Public Utilities - Electric Eng
DEPT. RANKING: 6
NEW PROJECT: No
PROJECT DESCRIPTION: Substation feeders are defined as the 3-phase lines that carry the load from the substations to the customers’ neighborhood.
Additionally they interconnect to other substations to provide load redundancy should there be a failure of an adjacent substation. Many of the older substation
feeders have smaller conductors that cannot carry the load that is required during system peaks and emergency situations. This project would systematically
upgrade these conductors to increase the capacity of the feeders as well as ultimately reducing system losses. Lastly, many of the feeder components have
reached the end of their useful life and require substantial maintenance.
NEED, JUSTIFICATION, BENEFIT: These lines are typically older, smaller, and reaching the end of their useful life. This program will provide the needed
systematic maintenance to the conductors, cross arms, switches, and insulators as well as increasing system capacity, ultimately resulting in more efficient
operations by reducing line losses.
CONSEQUENCES OF DELAYING OR ELIMINATING THIS PROJECT: Due to the age and condition of the current feeders delaying this systematic
maintenance/upgrade program will result in reduced system utilization as well as detrimentally impacting future reliability.
THIS PROJECT IS RELATED TO THE FOLLOWING: N/A
EXPLANATION OF IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET: N/A
TIME-LINE/CURRENT STATUS: This will be a multi-year project until all circuits have been upgraded as required.
COMMENTS: The cost for to run one (1) mile of underground equates to $135,400 per mile; the cost to run one (1) mile of overhead equates to $21,342. It
is our goal to run two (2) miles of underground and five (5) miles of overhead per year. The project will begin by increasing the capacity from Dover Downs
Substation to the St. Jones Substation. Areas will be along Dover Downs, Home Depot, Jefferson Boulevard and Kmart. Additional areas to be improved is
South State Street and Old Mill Road. The project will include replacing switches giving them increased capacity to 600 amp throughout the system.
FIVE-YEAR COST BREAKDOWN SCHEDULE:
Prior to
FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
2010
Planning and Design
Land
Construction 377,510 377,510 377,510 377,510 377,510 377,510 2,265,060
Miscellaneous
Other
TOTAL 377,510 377,510 377,510 377,510 377,510 377,510 2,265,060
FINANCING:
Prior to
FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
2010
Electric I and E Fund 377,510 377,510 377,510 377,510 377,510 377,510 2,265,060
TOTAL 377,510 377,510 377,510 377,510 377,510 377,510 2,265,060
IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET:
Description Prior to 2010 FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
DRAFT Fiscal 2010 Capital Investment Plans 3
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LOCATION/AREA MAP PHOTO:
Distribution Upgrades
FISCAL YEAR S : 2010 - 2014
PROJECT NO: EE0000
CATEGORY: Electric
DEPARTMENT: Public Utilities - Electric Eng
DEPT. RANKING: 2
NEW PROJECT: No
PROJECT DESCRIPTION: This project involves the systemic replacement of overhead lines with underground lines whenever services are being moved,
wire is damaged, trees cause a high number of outages, or development is in progress and it is befificial to the Utility to convert to underground. This can
involve a single line section or an entire residential neighborhood. Annual outage records are reviewed and selected areas are scheduled for upgrade to
underground service. Additionally, this program funds the replacement of existing underground conductors and equipment that have reached their useful life
and have started failing and require replacement.
NEED, JUSTIFICATION, BENEFIT: The number of storm and tree-related outages has been greatly reduced under this program and further
improvements can be made to insure the most reliable electric service possible. Reliability has become one of most important factors to electric customers,
second only to safety. The utility has responded by attempting to provide the most reliable system possible. Underground cable replacement is necessary as
the useful, reliable, life of the original underground cable was 20 – 30 years. By proactively replacing this cable we will minimize outages and improve our
reliability. In addition to cable replacement, overhead lines are replaced with underground to minimize outages caused by tree growth or animal contact. Lastly
overhead lines that have reached the end of their usefull life are replaced with underground instead of rebuilding the overhead.
CONSEQUENCES OF DELAYING OR ELIMINATING THIS PROJECT: Continued outages lead to increased complaints from our customers and will
lead to customer dissatisfaction. There will be increased costs for repairs made under outage conditions as well as loss of electric revenue.
THIS PROJECT IS RELATED TO THE FOLLOWING: N/A
EXPLANATION OF IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET: N/A
TIME-LINE/CURRENT STATUS: This project will be ongoing over the 12 months of the budget year.
COMMENTS: This account is used to upgrade any trouble areas during the year. The following developments are to be upgraded: Schoolview, Crossgates,
and Buchanan Acres.
FIVE-YEAR COST BREAKDOWN SCHEDULE:
Prior to
FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
2010
Planning and Design
Land
Construction 1,300,000 500,000 500,000 500,000 500,000 500,000 500,000 4,300,000
Miscellaneous
Other
TOTAL 1,300,000 500,000 500,000 500,000 500,000 500,000 500,000 4,300,000
FINANCING:
Prior to
FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
2010
Electric Depreciation Reserve Fund 1,300,000 500,000 500,000 500,000 500,000 500,000 500,000 4,300,000
TOTAL 1,300,000 500,000 500,000 500,000 500,000 500,000 500,000 4,300,000
IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET:
Description Prior to 2010 FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
DRAFT Fiscal 2010 Capital Investment Plans 4
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LOCATION/AREA MAP PHOTO:
Relay Test Equipment
FISCAL YEAR : 2010
PROJECT NO: 1
CATEGORY: Electric
DEPARTMENT: Public Utilities - Electric Eng
DEPT. RANKING: 1
NEW PROJECT: Yes
PROJECT DESCRIPTION: Purchase of relay test equipment and required training.
NEED, JUSTIFICATION, BENEFIT: The Public Utilities currently hires a contractor for the purpose of testing all relaying (protection) equipment in the
city’s electric substations. The testing of the relays and maintaining their proper operation is necessary to protect all of the substation equipment and the
customers connected to the electrical system. Additionally, the North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) mandates reliability standards that
requires the Utility to document testing on a routine basis. This test equipment will provide the necessary testing and documentation to ensure the City of
Dover maintains compliance with these requirements.
CONSEQUENCES OF DELAYING OR ELIMINATING THIS PROJECT: Staff is proposing to make this an internal function of the Electric Division to
reduce contractor expenses. The City of Dover will be fined if NERC standards are not met and maintained. The price of the relay testing equipment and
required training is a onetime cost and has a quick payback time, saving the City money for years to come.
THIS PROJECT IS RELATED TO THE FOLLOWING: N/A
EXPLANATION OF IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET: The on-going cost of hiring a contractor will be eliminated.
TIME-LINE/CURRENT STATUS: Purchase equipment and supply training as soon as possible.
COMMENTS: By moving this function into and "in-house" project we project a $18,292 annual savings. The payback will be approximately 2.5 years.
FIVE-YEAR COST BREAKDOWN SCHEDULE:
Prior to
FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
2010
Planning and Design
Land
Construction
Miscellaneous 48,795 48,795
Other
TOTAL 48,795 48,795
FINANCING:
Prior to
FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
2010
Electric I and E Fund 48,795 48,795
TOTAL 48,795 48,795
IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET:
Description Prior to 2010 FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
-18,292 -18,292 -18,292 -18,292 -18,292 -91,460
DRAFT Fiscal 2010 Capital Investment Plans 5
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LOCATION/AREA MAP PHOTO:
Hot Spot Identification
FISCAL YEAR S : 2010 - 2010
PROJECT NO: 1
CATEGORY: Electric
DEPARTMENT: Public Utilities - Electric Eng
DEPT. RANKING: 8
NEW PROJECT: Yes
PROJECT DESCRIPTION: Purchase of Infrared Camera.
NEED, JUSTIFICATION, BENEFIT: The Public Utilities currently hires a contractor for the purpose of locating failing connections which show up as “hot
spots” in an infrared camera. The facilities inspected include the electric divisions substations, distribution system, and transmission system. Additionally the
water and wastewater divisions inspect the motor control centers at the water treatment plant, wells and pump stations. The locating and corrective
maintenance of these failing connections or “hot spots” is a critical procedure to increase the reliability of the utilities electrical system. Staff is proposing to
make this an internal function of the utility.
CONSEQUENCES OF DELAYING OR ELIMINATING THIS PROJECT: The price of the infrared camera and software is a one time cost and has a
relatively quick payback time, saving the city money for years to come. Training for level 1 certifications is included with the purchase of the IR camera.
THIS PROJECT IS RELATED TO THE FOLLOWING: N/A
EXPLANATION OF IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET: The cost of hiring a contractor will be eliminated which will reduce the operation budgets of
four of the divisions. In FY08 the four divisions spent over $10,700 for this function. The payback is less than three years.
TIME-LINE/CURRENT STATUS: FY 2010
COMMENTS:
FIVE-YEAR COST BREAKDOWN SCHEDULE:
Prior to
FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
2010
Planning and Design
Land
Construction
Miscellaneous 26,400 26,400
Other
TOTAL 26,400 26,400
FINANCING:
Prior to
FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
2010
Electric I and E Fund 26,400 26,400
TOTAL 26,400 26,400
IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET:
Description Prior to 2010 FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
-10,700 -10,700 -10,700 -10,700 -10,700 -53,500
DRAFT Fiscal 2010 Capital Investment Plans 6
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LOCATION/AREA MAP PHOTO:
Mid City Substation
FISCAL YEAR S : 2010 - 2011
PROJECT NO: 0
CATEGORY: Electric
DEPARTMENT: Public Utilities - Electric Eng
DEPT. RANKING: 3
NEW PROJECT: No
PROJECT DESCRIPTION: This project will allow the Utility to provide an oil containment area for the transformer, upgrade the 69 Kv line/transformer
protection to a three-breaker scheme, update the distribution breakers as they have reached the end of their useful life, and rehabilitate the switchgear to
extend its life.
NEED, JUSTIFICATION, BENEFIT: The transformer does not have a containment pit to protect the environment in case of a catastrophic failure as
required by standard operating procedures and mandated by the EPA. Additionally, the transmission line serving this substation is protected at Dover Air
Force Base and North Street switching yards, which means that five substations (Lebanon, Danner Farm, Mid City, Mayfair, and VanSant) will lose power
when a line fault occurs. The placement of the 3-breaker scheme at this location will help minimize substation outages during line faults and will ensure that
Mid City Substation does not lose service under normal line fault situations. It accomplishes this by determining which line section is faulted and opens only
the line that is affected; whereby, the station will receive power from the other side of the loop. Lastly, the switchgear will be repaired/repainted and major
moveable components will be replaced as they have reached the end of their useful life.
CONSEQUENCES OF DELAYING OR ELIMINATING THIS PROJECT: The failure to place the transformer in a containment pit prior to a
catastrophic failure would mean oil would be spilled into the area and could contaminate the surrounding vicinity, which also includes a water well.
Additionally, we could be cited by the EPA for failure to enclose the oil vessel. Not upgrading the transmission line protection will result in large, unnecessary,
outages for transmission line faults, ultimately affecting a large number of customers, including the hospital as this is the normal source. Distribution breakers
may not operate properly resulting in larger outages than necessary or catastrophic failure.
THIS PROJECT IS RELATED TO THE FOLLOWING: N/A
EXPLANATION OF IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET: N/A
TIME-LINE/CURRENT STATUS: Engineering and long lead time material will be ordered in Fiscal Year 2010 with construction completed in Fiscal Year
2011.
COMMENTS:
FIVE-YEAR COST BREAKDOWN SCHEDULE:
Prior to
FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
2010
Planning and Design 75,000 25,000 100,000
Land
Construction 408,000 980,461 1,388,461
Miscellaneous
Other
TOTAL 483,000 1,005,461 1,488,461
FINANCING:
Prior to
FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
2010
Electric I and E Fund 483,000 1,005,461 1,488,461
TOTAL 483,000 1,005,461 1,488,461
IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET:
Description Prior to 2010 FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
DRAFT Fiscal 2010 Capital Investment Plans 7
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LOCATION/AREA MAP PHOTO:
Replacement of 69 KV Breakers
FISCAL YEAR S : 2010 - 2011
PROJECT NO: EE0901
CATEGORY: Electric
DEPARTMENT: Public Utilities - Electric Eng
DEPT. RANKING: 5
NEW PROJECT: No
PROJECT DESCRIPTION: This is an ongoing project that involves the replacement of 69 KV breakers.
NEED, JUSTIFICATION, BENEFIT: The 69 KV breakers in the transmission system vary in age and reliability. Currently there are 39 of these breakers in
the transmission system. Installation of the 230 KV substation did place the breakers in a higher fault current environment than they are rated to safely operate
in. This project will replace the most vulnerable breakers first and will eventually replace all of the oil-filled breakers with SF6 gas-filled breakers designed to
handle the higher fault current. Additionally, at the time the breakers are replaced the control wiring and relays will also be replaced to bring the installation
into current standards.
CONSEQUENCES OF DELAYING OR ELIMINATING THIS PROJECT: Since these breakers have reached the end of their expected life, failure to
replace them will result in miss-operation and either cause larger outages than necessary or cause greater damage to protected equipment. If the breaker
failed on an interconnected customer, this failure could result in greater liability exposure.
THIS PROJECT IS RELATED TO THE FOLLOWING: N/A
EXPLANATION OF IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET: N/A
TIME-LINE/CURRENT STATUS: locations for the breakers to be installed, include the following substations: McKee Run, Frazier, Danner Farm and Mid
City.
COMMENTS: Implementation of this project will allow for the replacement of several old and unreliable breakers allowing full utilization of the new 230 KV
substation. The expected total project cost of $908,443 was spread out over a six-year timetable with completion in FY 2011.
FIVE-YEAR COST BREAKDOWN SCHEDULE:
Prior to
FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
2010
Planning and Design 3,000 3,000
Land
Construction 625,443 180,000 100,000 905,443
Miscellaneous
Other
TOTAL 625,443 183,000 100,000 908,443
FINANCING:
Prior to
FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
2010
Electric Depreciation Reserve Fund 625,443 183,000 100,000 908,443
TOTAL 625,443 183,000 100,000 908,443
IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET:
Description Prior to 2010 FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
DRAFT Fiscal 2010 Capital Investment Plans 8
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LOCATION/AREA MAP PHOTO:
Substation PT & CT Replacement
FISCAL YEAR S : 2010 - 2012
PROJECT NO: 22
CATEGORY: Electric
DEPARTMENT: Public Utilities - Electric Eng
DEPT. RANKING: 4
NEW PROJECT: No
PROJECT DESCRIPTION: This project will be replacing aging metering/system protection equipment in the older substations. The equipment to be
replaced measures the line voltage and current which is then interpreted by the relays for system protection. Additionally, the lightning arrestors will be
replaced which protects the equipment during lightning strikes.
NEED, JUSTIFICATION, BENEFIT: This equipment has a normal 30 year life and has exceed that in all of our substations except the newest substations.
By replacing the equipment during normal scheduled maintenance shut downs it will prevent larger outages due to equipment failure.
CONSEQUENCES OF DELAYING OR ELIMINATING THIS PROJECT: Such equipment has caused large outages by faulting due to its age.
Additionally, many of the current components have not been tested for PCB’s which could result in expensive cleanup charges should they fail.
THIS PROJECT IS RELATED TO THE FOLLOWING: N/A
EXPLANATION OF IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET: N/A
TIME-LINE/CURRENT STATUS: Materials to be ordered in October 2009. Equipment will start arriving in the Spring 2010 and be installed during the
regular scheduled substation maintenance schedules until the project is completed in FY 12.
COMMENTS:
FIVE-YEAR COST BREAKDOWN SCHEDULE:
Prior to
FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
2010
Planning and Design 10,000 10,000
Land
Construction 250,880 256,218 267,715 774,813
Miscellaneous
Other
TOTAL 260,880 256,218 267,715 784,813
FINANCING:
Prior to
FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
2010
Electric I and E Fund 260,880 256,218 267,715 784,813
TOTAL 260,880 256,218 267,715 784,813
IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET:
Description Prior to 2010 FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
DRAFT Fiscal 2010 Capital Investment Plans 9
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LOCATION/AREA MAP PHOTO:
Distribution Capacitors and Controls
FISCAL YEAR S : 2010 - 2014
PROJECT NO: 1
CATEGORY: Electric
DEPARTMENT: Public Utilities - Electric Eng
DEPT. RANKING: 7
NEW PROJECT: No
PROJECT DESCRIPTION: Install distribution capacitors throughout the system to correct poor power factor on distribution circuits. Install capacitor
controllers capable of 2-way communication to provide real-time monitoring and remote control operation. These controllers will be capable of switching the
capacitors on and off to comply with system requirements. This project will also replace out dated substation meters with units capable of advanced metering
such as power factor and harmonics to further analyze system performance. Lastly, distribution line recorders will be purchased and installed to provide power
factor recordings to fine tune this operation.
NEED, JUSTIFICATION, BENEFIT: Additional capacitance is required in order to meet system power factor requirements at the Delmarva Power and
Light interchange point. This was substantiated through a load-flow study conducted by Shaw in early 2004 and distribution study by Wilson & Wilson in 2006.
The current capacitor controls are not providing the granularity required to turn them off and on as required to meet both the power quality requirments of our
customers and DP&L requirements. Additonal controls are required to fine tune the systems operation.
CONSEQUENCES OF DELAYING OR ELIMINATING THIS PROJECT: Without the additional capacitor banks and more importantly controls, the
City may experience a low/high voltage problem at the customer level and/or the possibility of having to pay power factor penalties to Delmarva Power and
Light.
THIS PROJECT IS RELATED TO THE FOLLOWING: N/A
EXPLANATION OF IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET: N/A
TIME-LINE/CURRENT STATUS: N/A
COMMENTS:
FIVE-YEAR COST BREAKDOWN SCHEDULE:
Prior to
FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
2010
Planning and Design
Land
Construction 344,995 120,000 200,000 100,000 100,000 100,000 100,000 1,064,995
Miscellaneous
Other
TOTAL 344,995 120,000 200,000 100,000 100,000 100,000 100,000 1,064,995
FINANCING:
Prior to
FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
2010
Electric I and E Fund 344,995 120,000 200,000 100,000 100,000 100,000 100,000 1,064,995
TOTAL 344,995 120,000 200,000 100,000 100,000 100,000 100,000 1,064,995
IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET:
Description Prior to 2010 FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
DRAFT Fiscal 2010 Capital Investment Plans 10
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LOCATION/AREA MAP PHOTO:
Lighting Project and Rehabilitation
FISCAL YEAR S : 2010 - 2014
PROJECT NO: EE0000
CATEGORY: Electric
DEPARTMENT: Public Utilities - Electric Eng
DEPT. RANKING: 9
NEW PROJECT: No
PROJECT DESCRIPTION: This fund was developed to replace and repair existing street lights or install new lights upon customer request.
NEED, JUSTIFICATION, BENEFIT: The Electric Division receives numerous requests for lighting improvements. These requests are due to the lights
aging and as they age they put out less light and become unreliable. There are many developments that are in need of street light improvements. This fund
would also provide funding for new large security light requests.
CONSEQUENCES OF DELAYING OR ELIMINATING THIS PROJECT: Constant complaints of poor street lighting and multiple failures due to
antiquated lights.
THIS PROJECT IS RELATED TO THE FOLLOWING: N/A
EXPLANATION OF IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET: N/A
TIME-LINE/CURRENT STATUS: This project is ongoing.
COMMENTS: This fund will remain active as long as there are improvements to be made. Private area lighting requests are a source of revenue for the City.
Areas completed are Greens of Dover, Farmview, Twelve oaks, Oldmill Acres 1, White Oak Apartments and Governors Avenue ( South 100 Block ). Areas to
be completed this year are: Westfield, Fairview, Cranberry Run, Mill Creek, Independence Village and Sherwood if funds remain avaliable.
FIVE-YEAR COST BREAKDOWN SCHEDULE:
Prior to
FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
2010
Planning and Design
Land
Construction 250,000 50,000 50,000 50,000 50,000 50,000 50,000 550,000
Miscellaneous
Other
TOTAL 250,000 50,000 50,000 50,000 50,000 50,000 50,000 550,000
FINANCING:
Prior to
FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
2010
Electric I and E Fund 250,000 50,000 50,000 50,000 50,000 50,000 50,000 550,000
TOTAL 250,000 50,000 50,000 50,000 50,000 50,000 50,000 550,000
IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET:
Description Prior to 2010 FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
DRAFT Fiscal 2010 Capital Investment Plans 11
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LOCATION/AREA MAP PHOTO:
Walker Road Overhead Conversion
FISCAL YEAR S : 2011 - 2012
PROJECT NO: 1
CATEGORY: Electric
DEPARTMENT: Public Utilities - Electric Eng
DEPT. RANKING: 10
NEW PROJECT: Yes
PROJECT DESCRIPTION: This project will be constructed in conjunction with the water main upgrade planned for this section of Walker Road. The
Electric Division will install conduit, cable and equipment, and remove the overhead power lines as the Water Division installs the new water main.
NEED, JUSTIFICATION, BENEFIT: The installation of the new power lines will increase the power capacity and improve the reliability to the customers by
decreasing the exposure of the system to weather events. Additionally, the existing overhead requires upgrading to increase the capacity of the electric
system.
CONSEQUENCES OF DELAYING OR ELIMINATING THIS PROJECT: The aging pole line will require the replacement of new poles and overhead
wire. Leaving the overhead line in service increases the chances of weather related damages.
THIS PROJECT IS RELATED TO THE FOLLOWING: Water Division Walker Road Water Main Upgrade
EXPLANATION OF IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET: N/A
TIME-LINE/CURRENT STATUS: Design and material procurement in Fiscal Year 2010. Construction is scheduled to begin in the fall of 2010 and
completion is scheduled for June of 2011.
COMMENTS: This project will be in conjunction with the water main project; therefore, if the water main is delayed this project will also be delayed.
FIVE-YEAR COST BREAKDOWN SCHEDULE:
Prior to
FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
2010
Planning and Design
Land
Construction 117,901 117,901
Miscellaneous 350,511 350,511
Other 164,700 164,700
TOTAL 350,511 282,601 633,112
FINANCING:
Prior to
FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
2010
Electric I and E Fund 350,511 282,601 633,112
TOTAL 350,511 282,601 633,112
IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET:
Description Prior to 2010 FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
DRAFT Fiscal 2010 Capital Investment Plans 12
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LOCATION/AREA MAP PHOTO:
Frazier Substation Reliability Upgrade
FISCAL YEAR S : 2012 - 2013
PROJECT NO: 1
CATEGORY: Electric
DEPARTMENT: Public Utilities - Electric Eng
DEPT. RANKING: 3
NEW PROJECT: No
PROJECT DESCRIPTION: The high-side of the substation will be upgraded to include transmission line protection breakers as well as the transformer
breaker.
NEED, JUSTIFICATION, BENEFIT: When the transmission line experiences a fault this substation loses power until the short circuit is found and the
appropriate switching is accomplished. With the installation of the 2 new line breakers the faulted transmission line will be isolate from the substation and the
customers will not experience an interruption of service.
CONSEQUENCES OF DELAYING OR ELIMINATING THIS PROJECT: Accepting the outages in the north-west section of the system during
transmission line faults.
THIS PROJECT IS RELATED TO THE FOLLOWING: N/A
EXPLANATION OF IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET: N/A
TIME-LINE/CURRENT STATUS: The design will begin in July 2011; materials ordered in July 2012 and construction to be completed by June 2013.
COMMENTS:
FIVE-YEAR COST BREAKDOWN SCHEDULE:
Prior to
FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
2010
Planning and Design 155,000 155,000
Land
Construction 610,247 610,247
Miscellaneous
Other
TOTAL 155,000 610,247 765,247
FINANCING:
Prior to
FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
2010
Electric I and E Fund 155,000 610,247 765,247
TOTAL 155,000 610,247 765,247
IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET:
Description Prior to 2010 FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
DRAFT Fiscal 2010 Capital Investment Plans 13
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LOCATION/AREA MAP PHOTO:
College Road to McKee Substation Feeders
FISCAL YEAR : 2012
PROJECT NO: 1
CATEGORY: Electric
DEPARTMENT: Public Utilities - Electric Eng
DEPT. RANKING: 7
NEW PROJECT: No
PROJECT DESCRIPTION: This project will be performed in conjunction with the water main upgrade. The Electric Division will bury the overhead power
lines as the Water Department installs the new water main.
NEED, JUSTIFICATION, BENEFIT: The installation of the new power lines will increase the capacity and improve the reliability to the customers by
decreasing the chances of wind, rain, and lightening damage. Additionally, this will replace the overhead power lines through the trees between McKee Road
and College Road, thus reducing the maintenance of the right-of-way.
CONSEQUENCES OF DELAYING OR ELIMINATING THIS PROJECT: The aging pole line will require the installation of new poles and overhead
wire due to their age. Leaving the overhead line up increases the chances of weather related damages.
THIS PROJECT IS RELATED TO THE FOLLOWING: McKee Run Tank Water Main Upgrade
EXPLANATION OF IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET: N/A
TIME-LINE/CURRENT STATUS: Design and material procurement in FY 11, construction to begin in the fall of 2011 with along with the water line
installation. Completion is scheduled for June of 2012.
COMMENTS:
FIVE-YEAR COST BREAKDOWN SCHEDULE:
Prior to
FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
2010
Planning and Design 10,000 10,000
Land
Construction
Miscellaneous 297,000 297,000
Other
TOTAL 307,000 307,000
FINANCING:
Prior to
FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
2010
Electric I and E Fund 307,000 307,000
TOTAL 307,000 307,000
IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET:
Description Prior to 2010 FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
DRAFT Fiscal 2010 Capital Investment Plans 14
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LOCATION/AREA MAP PHOTO:
Transmission Line Maintenance Program
FISCAL YEAR S : 2012 - 2014
PROJECT NO: 1
CATEGORY: Electric
DEPARTMENT: Public Utilities - Electric Eng
DEPT. RANKING: 8
NEW PROJECT: Yes
PROJECT DESCRIPTION: Replace aging porcelain insulators, bolts, armor rod, ground wires, clamps and related equipment on the transmission pole
lines. The major improvement will be the replacement of the old insulators with new polymer insulators and other equipment that is showing deterioration.
NEED, JUSTIFICATION, BENEFIT: Insulators have a defined equipment life due to sun and weather conditions breaking down the porcelain and base
bonding cement. Insulators installed in 1960's and 1970's are due for replacement due to this deterioration. We have experienced several transmission
outages due to insulator failure. Replacing the insulators should extend the life an additional 30 years.
CONSEQUENCES OF DELAYING OR ELIMINATING THIS PROJECT: Outages may occur if insulators are not replaced and fail due to deterioration.
THIS PROJECT IS RELATED TO THE FOLLOWING: N/A
EXPLANATION OF IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET: N/A
TIME-LINE/CURRENT STATUS: Beginning in FY2012 through FY2016, we will replace the insulators on the older transmission lines.
COMMENTS: N/A
FIVE-YEAR COST BREAKDOWN SCHEDULE:
Prior to
FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
2010
Planning and Design
Land
Construction
Miscellaneous 75,000 75,000 75,000 75,000 300,000
Other
TOTAL 75,000 75,000 75,000 75,000 300,000
FINANCING:
Prior to
FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
2010
Electric I and E Fund 75,000 75,000 75,000 75,000 300,000
TOTAL 75,000 75,000 75,000 75,000 300,000
IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET:
Description Prior to 2010 FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
DRAFT Fiscal 2010 Capital Investment Plans 15
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LOCATION/AREA MAP PHOTO:
69kV Substation Switch Replacement
FISCAL YEAR S : 2013 - 2014
PROJECT NO: 1
CATEGORY: Electric
DEPARTMENT: Public Utilities - Electric Eng
DEPT. RANKING: 4
NEW PROJECT: Yes
PROJECT DESCRIPTION: This project will be replacing obsolete 69kV switches in the substation/transmission system.
NEED, JUSTIFICATION, BENEFIT: The new switches will be gang operated switches which are electrically better to operate and most importantly
increase safety to the operator. The switches that are to be replaced have reached the life expectancy and have a potential of failure if not replaced.
CONSEQUENCES OF DELAYING OR ELIMINATING THIS PROJECT: The majority of the switches are very old, making for difficult operation and
frequent maintenance to ensure operation as needed. Delaying this program will result in switch failure possibly resulting in wide spread power outages. The
system has experianced more frequent switch failures in recent years.
THIS PROJECT IS RELATED TO THE FOLLOWING:
EXPLANATION OF IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET:
TIME-LINE/CURRENT STATUS: Switch replacement will begin in FY 2013 and will be complete in FY 2018.
COMMENTS:
FIVE-YEAR COST BREAKDOWN SCHEDULE:
Prior to
FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
2010
Planning and Design
Land
Construction
Miscellaneous 80,000 80,000 240,000 400,000
Other
TOTAL 80,000 80,000 240,000 400,000
FINANCING:
Prior to
FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
2010
Electric I and E Fund 80,000 80,000 240,000 400,000
TOTAL 80,000 80,000 240,000 400,000
IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET:
Description Prior to 2010 FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
DRAFT Fiscal 2010 Capital Investment Plans 16
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LOCATION/AREA MAP PHOTO:
Horsepond Substation Reliability Upgrade
FISCAL YEAR S : 2013 - 2014
PROJECT NO: 1
CATEGORY: Electric
DEPARTMENT: Public Utilities - Electric Eng
DEPT. RANKING: 6
NEW PROJECT: No
PROJECT DESCRIPTION: The high-side of the substation will be upgraded to include two transmission line protection breakers.
NEED, JUSTIFICATION, BENEFIT: When the transmission line experiences a fault this substation loses power until the short circuit is found and the
appropriate switching is accomplished. With the installation of the line breakers the faulted transmission line will be isolated from the substation and the
customers will not experience an interruption of service.
CONSEQUENCES OF DELAYING OR ELIMINATING THIS PROJECT: Accepting the outages in the south-east section of the system during
transmission line faults.
THIS PROJECT IS RELATED TO THE FOLLOWING: N/A
EXPLANATION OF IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET: N/A
TIME-LINE/CURRENT STATUS: The design and long lead time materials will be completed in FY 13 and the majority of the materials purchased and
construction completed in FY 14.
COMMENTS:
FIVE-YEAR COST BREAKDOWN SCHEDULE:
Prior to
FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
2010
Planning and Design 70,000 60,000 130,000
Land
Construction 100,000 531,812 631,812
Miscellaneous
Other
TOTAL 170,000 591,812 761,812
FINANCING:
Prior to
FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
2010
Electric I and E Fund 170,000 591,812 761,812
TOTAL 170,000 591,812 761,812
IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET:
Description Prior to 2010 FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
DRAFT Fiscal 2010 Capital Investment Plans 17
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LOCATION/AREA MAP PHOTO:
General Scott Switchgear
FISCAL YEAR : 2014
PROJECT NO: 1
CATEGORY: Electric
DEPARTMENT: Public Utilities - Electric Eng
DEPT. RANKING: 5
NEW PROJECT: Yes
PROJECT DESCRIPTION: This project will recondition the metal clad switchgear and replace the distribution breakers as they have reached the end of
their useful life.
NEED, JUSTIFICATION, BENEFIT: This station carries the industrial and residential load on the west side of Dover. The station distribution switch gear
was installed in 1985 and the reconditioning of the switch gear should extend the life of the equipment to year 2033. Additionally, the breakers have numerous
moving parts, including plastic components, that tend to fail with age resulting in mis-operation of the breaker.
CONSEQUENCES OF DELAYING OR ELIMINATING THIS PROJECT: General Scott’s switchgear is aging and reconditioning will extend the life of
the switchgear and replacing the breakers will facilitate correct fault operation.
THIS PROJECT IS RELATED TO THE FOLLOWING: N/A
EXPLANATION OF IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET: N/A
TIME-LINE/CURRENT STATUS: Equipment order and work will be completed in FY 14
COMMENTS:
FIVE-YEAR COST BREAKDOWN SCHEDULE:
Prior to
FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
2010
Planning and Design
Land
Construction 544,700 544,700
Miscellaneous
Other
TOTAL 544,700 544,700
FINANCING:
Prior to
FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
2010
Electric I and E Fund 544,700 544,700
TOTAL 544,700 544,700
IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET:
Description Prior to 2010 FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
DRAFT Fiscal 2010 Capital Investment Plans 18
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LOCATION/AREA MAP PHOTO:
New Developments
FISCAL YEAR S : 2010 - 2014
PROJECT NO: EE0808
CATEGORY: Electric
DEPARTMENT: Public Utilities - Trans and Dist
DEPT. RANKING: 1
NEW PROJECT: No
PROJECT DESCRIPTION: This project purchases materials and equipment that are used to provide electric service to new housing developments,
businesses, and industrial developments. Additionally, a portion of this expense is offset by the extension payments whereby new developers pay a $1,200.00
per residential lot connection fee or business and industrial developers pay the total material expense for line extensions.
NEED, JUSTIFICATION, BENEFIT: During the course of each budget year, new developers request line extensions for new electric projects. Some are
new projects while other projects may have received plan approval previously but were not completed for any number of reasons.
CONSEQUENCES OF DELAYING OR ELIMINATING THIS PROJECT: Developers would not be able to receive electric service to new facilities.
THIS PROJECT IS RELATED TO THE FOLLOWING: N/A
EXPLANATION OF IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET: N/A
TIME-LINE/CURRENT STATUS: This project is on-going.
COMMENTS:
FIVE-YEAR COST BREAKDOWN SCHEDULE:
Prior to
FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
2010
Planning and Design
Land
Construction 3,363,500 881,300 897,925 914,881 932,179 949,823 978,318 8,917,926
Miscellaneous
Other
TOTAL 3,363,500 881,300 897,925 914,881 932,179 949,823 978,318 8,917,926
FINANCING:
Prior to
FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
2010
Electric I and E Fund 3,363,500 881,300 897,925 914,881 932,179 949,823 978,318 8,917,926
TOTAL 3,363,500 881,300 897,925 914,881 932,179 949,823 978,318 8,917,926
IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET:
Description Prior to 2010 FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
DRAFT Fiscal 2010 Capital Investment Plans 19
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LOCATION/AREA MAP PHOTO:
Miscellaneous Capital Equipment Replacement
FISCAL YEAR : 2010
PROJECT NO: 00000
CATEGORY: Electric
DEPARTMENT: Public Utilities - Power Plant
DEPT. RANKING: 1
NEW PROJECT: Yes
PROJECT DESCRIPTION: Replace or procure capital equipment valued between $5,000 and $25,000.
Equipment includes the following:
Oil conditioning system
Station compressed air system components
HVAC and process equipment motors
Condensate and feedwater system pump
Cooling tower fan drive
Boiler system safety and control valves
NEED, JUSTIFICATION, BENEFIT: This project is required to fund the replace of capital items that are expected to reach their useful life in 2010 and will
need to be replaced to maintain plant system and unit reliability.
CONSEQUENCES OF DELAYING OR ELIMINATING THIS PROJECT: Extended equipment and /or unit outage time will result from lack of funding
this project. This will have a direct effect on the cost of energy during the extended outage time as well as increase future energy capacity charges.
THIS PROJECT IS RELATED TO THE FOLLOWING: Safe and reliable operation of plant equipment
EXPLANATION OF IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET: Would expect this project to be funded outside the normal O&M budget. Should result in
reduced risk of increasing maintenance budget in the future.
TIME-LINE/CURRENT STATUS: This project will be implemented in 2010.
COMMENTS: n/a
FIVE-YEAR COST BREAKDOWN SCHEDULE:
Prior to
FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
2010
Planning and Design 3,000 2,000 2,500 2,500 3,500 13,500
Land
Construction 6,000 5,000 5,000 6,000 12,000 34,000
Miscellaneous 80,000 75,000 77,000 79,000 75,000 386,000
Other
TOTAL 89,000 82,000 84,500 87,500 90,500 433,500
FINANCING:
Prior to
FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
2010
Electric I and E Fund 89,000 82,000 84,500 87,500 90,500 433,500
TOTAL 89,000 82,000 84,500 87,500 90,500 433,500
IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET:
Description Prior to 2010 FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
DRAFT Fiscal 2010 Capital Investment Plans 20
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LOCATION/AREA MAP PHOTO:
McKee Run Unit 1 COMS Replacement
FISCAL YEAR : 2010
PROJECT NO: PP2009
CATEGORY: Electric
DEPARTMENT: Public Utilities - Power Plant
DEPT. RANKING: 1
NEW PROJECT: No
PROJECT DESCRIPTION: It is becoming more and more difficult to locate spare parts to repair the existing opacity analyzers on all three McKee Run
units. The recommendation is to replace the existing monitors beginning with Unit 3 in fiscal year 2009. This replacement is necessary to keep Unit 1
operational.
NEED, JUSTIFICATION, BENEFIT: In accordance with the existing Title V permit, continuous opacity monitors are necessary during all periods of boiler
operation. The purchase and installation of a new opacity monitor will ensure compliance with this section of the regulation, reliability of the unit and
maximization of capacity payments.
CONSEQUENCES OF DELAYING OR ELIMINATING THIS PROJECT: Potential for unit to be unavailable for operation resulting in forced outages
and loss of capacity payments.
THIS PROJECT IS RELATED TO THE FOLLOWING: All three McKee Run units are currently operating with the same vintage opacity monitoring
equipment. The expectation is that all three systems will need to be replaced in the years ahead. The total cost of replacement can be spread over a three
year period by using the replaced units as an additional source of spare parts for the existing units still in service. All three units are expected to be replaced
by Fiscal 2010-2011.
EXPLANATION OF IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET: Would expect this project to be funded outside the normal operating budget. This would be
considered a direct replacement for aging equipment.
TIME-LINE/CURRENT STATUS: Unit 1 replacement to be completed in fiscal year 2010.
COMMENTS: Delaying the completion of this project could result in the inability to comply with the Title V operating permit, resulting in increased forced
outages and loss of income from capacity sales.
FIVE-YEAR COST BREAKDOWN SCHEDULE:
Prior to
FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
2010
Planning and Design
Land
Construction
Miscellaneous 33,000 33,000
Other
TOTAL 33,000 33,000
FINANCING:
Prior to
FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
2010
Electric I and E Fund 33,000 33,000
TOTAL 33,000 33,000
IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET:
Description Prior to 2010 FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
DRAFT Fiscal 2010 Capital Investment Plans 21
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LOCATION/AREA MAP PHOTO:
McKee Run Warehouse/Admin Smoke & Heat
Detection System
FISCAL YEAR : 2010
PROJECT NO: PP2010
CATEGORY: Electric
DEPARTMENT: Public Utilities - Power Plant
DEPT. RANKING: 2
NEW PROJECT: No
PROJECT DESCRIPTION: The project will install a fire and heat alarm system in the warehouse and administration buildings.
NEED, JUSTIFICATION, BENEFIT: Insurance company recommendation is to provide for smoke and heat detection in the plants un-manned areas that
contain combustible materials to provide early warning of the onset of any fire. Two areas to be addressed in the project include the administrative building
and the warehouse.
CONSEQUENCES OF DELAYING OR ELIMINATING THIS PROJECT: Potential for fire detection and location to be delayed thereby causing
extensive fire damage to vital areas of the power plant.
THIS PROJECT IS RELATED TO THE FOLLOWING: All three McKee Run units are currently operating with the same vintage opacity monitoring
equipment. The expectation is that all three systems will need to be replaced in the year’s ahead. Our hopes are to spread the costs for total replacement over
a three year period by using the replaced units as an additional source of spare parts for the existing units still in service. All three units are expected to be
replaced by fiscal year 2010/11. This is the second unit to be replaced.
EXPLANATION OF IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET: This project would be considered a capital equipment addition and therefore is expected to
be funded outside the normal operating budget.
TIME-LINE/CURRENT STATUS: Project to be completed in fiscal year 2009-2010.
COMMENTS: Delaying the completion of this project could result in an increase in the damage to warehouses or to the Plant administrative building due to
delayed emergency response in the event of a fire.
FIVE-YEAR COST BREAKDOWN SCHEDULE:
Prior to
FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
2010
Planning and Design
Land
Construction
Miscellaneous 55,000 55,000
Other
TOTAL 55,000 55,000
FINANCING:
Prior to
FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
2010
Electric I and E Fund 55,000 55,000
TOTAL 55,000 55,000
IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET:
Description Prior to 2010 FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
DRAFT Fiscal 2010 Capital Investment Plans 22
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LOCATION/AREA MAP PHOTO:
VanSant CT Mark IV Upgrades
FISCAL YEAR S : 2010 - 2011
PROJECT NO: 000
CATEGORY: Electric
DEPARTMENT: Public Utilities - Power Plant
DEPT. RANKING: 4
NEW PROJECT: No
PROJECT DESCRIPTION: It is becoming more and more difficult to locate spare parts to repair the existing Mark IV control system at VanSant Station.
The recommendation is to replace the existing Mark IV control system in fiscal year 2010/2011. This replacement is necessary to ensure the reliability of the
combustion turbine operation for years to come.
NEED, JUSTIFICATION, BENEFIT: The existing Mark IV control system is a 1990 vintage. Replacement of the existing controls will ensure the reliability
of the unit and maximization of capacity payments in the future.
CONSEQUENCES OF DELAYING OR ELIMINATING THIS PROJECT: Potential for unit to be unavailable for operation resulting in forced outages
and loss of capacity payments.
THIS PROJECT IS RELATED TO THE FOLLOWING: Safe and reliable operation of the VanSant combustion turbine and and preparation of future
upgrades to the unit that will increase capacity sales.
EXPLANATION OF IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET: Would expect this project to be funded outside the normal operating budget. This would be
considered a direct replacement for aging equipment.
TIME-LINE/CURRENT STATUS: Would expect the project to be completed no later than June of 2009 to meet the National Electric Code’s requirement to
complete an Arc Flash Analysis.
COMMENTS: Delaying the completion of this project could result in increased forced outages and loss of income from capacity sales. I believe the
budgetary estimate that was provided by GE indicates an estimated minimum cost for the upgrades to the existing Mark IV system. One of our supervisors
recently attended a conference of frame 6 combustion turbine users who indicated that costs associated with this type of a project may increase to as high as
$2,000,000 if we elect to install all of the upgrades that GE may recommend once the project is initiated.
FIVE-YEAR COST BREAKDOWN SCHEDULE:
Prior to
FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
2010
Planning and Design 100,000 100,000
Land
Construction 600,000 600,000
Miscellaneous
Other
TOTAL 700,000 700,000
FINANCING:
Prior to
FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
2010
Electric Bond 700,000 700,000
TOTAL 700,000 700,000
IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET:
Description Prior to 2010 FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
DRAFT Fiscal 2010 Capital Investment Plans 23
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LOCATION/AREA MAP PHOTO:
Plant Driveway Repaving
FISCAL YEAR S : 2010 - 2010
PROJECT NO: 00000
CATEGORY: Electric
DEPARTMENT: Public Utilities - Power Plant
DEPT. RANKING: 5
NEW PROJECT: Yes
PROJECT DESCRIPTION: This project will repave the plant driveway from the entrance gate to the main plant building as well as the emergency drive
around the back side of the plant and the parking areas. This project will be done in 3 phases starting in 2010 and completing in 2014.
NEED, JUSTIFICATION, BENEFIT: The current main driveway to the plant proper is in very poor condition making it a hazard to travel , especially in
inclement weather. Additionally, there are currently numerous areas of potholes and extensive cracks which if left unrepaired will lead to a general failure .
Should this occur, the replacement of the entire plant paving will be required on an accelerated schedule.
CONSEQUENCES OF DELAYING OR ELIMINATING THIS PROJECT: The consequences of delaying this project will be to increase the cost of
repair/replacement and will advance the timeframe for that replacement.
THIS PROJECT IS RELATED TO THE FOLLOWING: Material condition of plant structures and personnel safety.
EXPLANATION OF IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET: Would expect this project to be funded outside the normal operating budget .This project
should reduce future year O&M budget requirements for more extensive and costly repairs if not done as proposed.
TIME-LINE/CURRENT STATUS: This project will be done in three phases with the first phase to be completed in 2010 and the remaining phases to be
executed in every other year, 2012 and 2014.
COMMENTS:
FIVE-YEAR COST BREAKDOWN SCHEDULE:
Prior to
FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
2010
Planning and Design
Land
Construction 240,000 240,000
Miscellaneous
Other
TOTAL 240,000 240,000
FINANCING:
Prior to
FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
2010
Electric Bond 240,000 240,000
TOTAL 240,000 240,000
IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET:
Description Prior to 2010 FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
DRAFT Fiscal 2010 Capital Investment Plans 24
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LOCATION/AREA MAP PHOTO:
Work Management System Replacement
FISCAL YEAR S : 2010 - 2010
PROJECT NO: 000
CATEGORY: Electric
DEPARTMENT: Public Utilities - Power Plant
DEPT. RANKING: 6
NEW PROJECT: Yes
PROJECT DESCRIPTION: The project will replace the current work management system (Maximo) with a new system having additional functionality.
NEED, JUSTIFICATION, BENEFIT: The current work management system is no longer supported by the vendor and has limited functionality. The new
system will provide capability to perform weekly manpower scheduling, automatic parts assignment and inventory, and Project Management interface. This
system will improve the efficiency of our work management processes resulting in improved productivity.
CONSEQUENCES OF DELAYING OR ELIMINATING THIS PROJECT: Without this system, we will be required to do many work management
processes manually which requires more manpower to track and manage resources and results in under-utilization of resources.
THIS PROJECT IS RELATED TO THE FOLLOWING: Plant resource utilization.
EXPLANATION OF IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET: The annual renewal of the technical support for this system is estimated to be $13,500. This
cost is expected to be offset by improved productivity.
TIME-LINE/CURRENT STATUS: This project will be completed in 2010.
COMMENTS: n/a
FIVE-YEAR COST BREAKDOWN SCHEDULE:
Prior to
FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
2010
Planning and Design
Land
Construction
Miscellaneous 85,000 85,000
Other
TOTAL 85,000 85,000
FINANCING:
Prior to
FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
2010
Electric I and E Fund 85,000 85,000
TOTAL 85,000 85,000
IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET:
Description Prior to 2010 FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
DRAFT Fiscal 2010 Capital Investment Plans 25
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LOCATION/AREA MAP PHOTO:
Unit 3 - Remove Cyclone Separators
FISCAL YEAR S : 2010 - 2010
PROJECT NO: N/A
CATEGORY: Electric
DEPARTMENT: Public Utilities - Power Plant
DEPT. RANKING: 7
NEW PROJECT: Yes
PROJECT DESCRIPTION: Remove the unite 3 boiler cyclone separators.
NEED, JUSTIFICATION, BENEFIT: As a part of the pollution remediation project, the change from residual to distillate oil will reduce the particulate
loading in the flue gas and will make the boiler cyclone separators very inefficient. This project includes the removal of boiler particulate cyclone separators in
the boiler along with the removal of flue gas recirculation system equipment. Major benefits from the project are two fold including the reduction of pressure
drop through the boiler thereby requiring less fan power for combustion and the elminiation of parasitic load required to operate the flue gas recirculation
system.
CONSEQUENCES OF DELAYING OR ELIMINATING THIS PROJECT: Eliminating this project will result in a lost opportunity to reduce unit operating
costs.
THIS PROJECT IS RELATED TO THE FOLLOWING: Identical project proposed for unit 1 and unit 2. Cost basis assumes that all three projects will be
bid at the same time.
EXPLANATION OF IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET: Would expect this project to be funded outside the normal operating budget. The impact on
the operating budget will be reduced station service during the operating period and reduced regulatory reporting requirements.
TIME-LINE/CURRENT STATUS: This project will be completed during the 2010 budget year and will require a unit maintenance outage to be performed.
In addition, testing will be conducted in 2009 to determine the effectiveness of the cyclones. Assuming the efficiency is very low, we will submit these results to
the regulatory agency to get approval for their removal.
COMMENTS: This project will require regulatory approval. Cost for permitting is included in the unit 3 project.
FIVE-YEAR COST BREAKDOWN SCHEDULE:
Prior to
FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
2010
Planning and Design 6,000 6,000
Land
Construction 30,000 30,000
Miscellaneous
Other 15,000 15,000
TOTAL 51,000 51,000
FINANCING:
Prior to
FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
2010
Electric I and E Fund 51,000 51,000
TOTAL 51,000 51,000
IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET:
Description Prior to 2010 FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
DRAFT Fiscal 2010 Capital Investment Plans 26
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LOCATION/AREA MAP PHOTO:
Unit 1 Remove Cyclone Separataors
FISCAL YEAR : 2010
PROJECT NO: 0
CATEGORY: Electric
DEPARTMENT: Public Utilities - Power Plant
DEPT. RANKING: 8
NEW PROJECT: Yes
PROJECT DESCRIPTION: Remove Unit 1 boiler cyclone separators.
NEED, JUSTIFICATION, BENEFIT: As part of the pollution remediation project, the change from residual to distillate oil will reduce the particulate loading
in the flue gas and will make the boiler cyclone separators very inefficient. This project includes the removal of boiler particulate cyclone separators in the
boiler alone with the removal of flue gas recirculation system equipment. Major benefits from the project are two fold including the reduction of pressure drop
through the boiler thereby requiring less fan power for combustion and the elimination of parasitic load required to operate the flue gas recirculation system.
CONSEQUENCES OF DELAYING OR ELIMINATING THIS PROJECT: Eliminating this project will result in a lost opportunity to reduce operating
costs.
THIS PROJECT IS RELATED TO THE FOLLOWING: Identical project proposed for unit 2 and unit 3. Cost basis assumes that all three projects will be
bid at the same time.
EXPLANATION OF IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET: Would expect this project to be funded outside the normal operating budget. The impact on
the operating budget will be reduced station service during the operating period and reduced regulatory reporting requirements
TIME-LINE/CURRENT STATUS: This Project will be completed during the 2010 budget year and will require a unit maintenance outage to perform. In
addition, testing will be conducted in 2009 to determine the effectiveness of the cyclones. Assuming the efficiency is very low, we will submit these results to
the regulatory agency to get approval for their removal.
COMMENTS: This project will require regulatory approval. Cost for permitting is included in the unit 3 project.
FIVE-YEAR COST BREAKDOWN SCHEDULE:
Prior to
FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
2010
Planning and Design 6,000 6,000
Land
Construction 30,000 30,000
Miscellaneous
Other
TOTAL 36,000 36,000
FINANCING:
Prior to
FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
2010
Electric Bond 36,000 36,000
TOTAL 36,000 36,000
IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET:
Description Prior to 2010 FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
DRAFT Fiscal 2010 Capital Investment Plans 27
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LOCATION/AREA MAP PHOTO:
Unit 2 - Remove Cyclone Separators
FISCAL YEAR S : 2010 - 2010
PROJECT NO: PP2010
CATEGORY: Electric
DEPARTMENT: Public Utilities - Power Plant
DEPT. RANKING: 9
NEW PROJECT: Yes
PROJECT DESCRIPTION: Remove the unit 2 boiler cyclone separators
NEED, JUSTIFICATION, BENEFIT: As part of the pollution remediation project, the change from residual to distillate oil will reduce the particulate loading
in the flue gas and will make the boiler cyclone separators very inefficient. This project includes the removal of boiler particulate cyclone separators in the
boiler alone with the removal of flue gas recirculation system equipment. Major benefits from the project are two fold including the reduction of pressure drop
through the boiler thereby requiring less fan power for combustion and the elimination of parasitic load required to operate the flue gas recirculation system.
CONSEQUENCES OF DELAYING OR ELIMINATING THIS PROJECT: Eliminating this project will result in a lost opportunity to reduce operating
costs.
THIS PROJECT IS RELATED TO THE FOLLOWING: Identical project proposed for unit 1 and unit 3. Cost basis assumes that all three projects will be
bid at the same time.
EXPLANATION OF IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET: Would expect this project to be funded outside the normal operating budget. The impact on
the operating budget will be reduced station service during the operating period and reduced regulatory reporting requirements.
TIME-LINE/CURRENT STATUS: This Project will be completed during the 2010 budget year and will require a unit maintenance outage to perform. In
addition, testing will be conducted in 2009 to determine the effectiveness of the cyclones. Assuming the efficiency is very low, we will submit these results to
the regulatory agency to get approval for their removal.
COMMENTS: This project will require regulatory approval. Cost for permitting is included in the unit 3 project.
FIVE-YEAR COST BREAKDOWN SCHEDULE:
Prior to
FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
2010
Planning and Design 6,000 6,000
Land
Construction 30,000 30,000
Miscellaneous
Other
TOTAL 36,000 36,000
FINANCING:
Prior to
FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
2010
Electric I and E Fund 36,000 36,000
TOTAL 36,000 36,000
IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET:
Description Prior to 2010 FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
DRAFT Fiscal 2010 Capital Investment Plans 28
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LOCATION/AREA MAP PHOTO:
McKee Run - Hot Water Boilers
FISCAL YEAR : 2011
PROJECT NO: 0000
CATEGORY: Electric
DEPARTMENT: Public Utilities - Power Plant
DEPT. RANKING: 5
NEW PROJECT: Yes
PROJECT DESCRIPTION: Replace the 2 existing hot water boilers with smaller more efficient (90 percent or better) boilers. This project will tie in the Units
1 and 2 plant heating system to the hot water system.
NEED, JUSTIFICATION, BENEFIT: : A result of the conversion from residual to distillate oil as part of the pollution remediation project, the existing hot
water boilers will no longer be needed to heat oil. Therefore the only load on the hot water system will be for plant heating. The existing hot water boilers are
grossly oversized for this application and not suited for this seasonal operating mode. Replacing the existing boilers with properly sized boilers will reduce
costs on monthly gas usage and reduced maintenance on existing boilers. Installing more efficient boilers will also result in reducing the carbon footprint of the
plant.
CONSEQUENCES OF DELAYING OR ELIMINATING THIS PROJECT: The quicker we replace the current boilers with the more efficient units the
quicker payback on investment.
THIS PROJECT IS RELATED TO THE FOLLOWING: Efficiency and reliability and cost savings for the plant.
EXPLANATION OF IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET: Reduced cost of gas should be realized in future budgets with the more efficient boilers.
TIME-LINE/CURRENT STATUS: The project is estimated to be completed in 2010.
COMMENTS: The plant Hot water boilers would only be supplying heat to the plant. There would not be a need to supply hot water and heat tracing for the
#6 oil that we are replacing with #2 oil. The existing hot water boilers are 36 yrs old and have an efficiency of less than 85%.
FIVE-YEAR COST BREAKDOWN SCHEDULE:
Prior to
FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
2010
Planning and Design
Land
Construction 70,000 70,000
Miscellaneous
Other
TOTAL 70,000 70,000
FINANCING:
Prior to
FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
2010
Electric I and E Fund 70,000 70,000
TOTAL 70,000 70,000
IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET:
Description Prior to 2010 FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
DRAFT Fiscal 2010 Capital Investment Plans 29
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LOCATION/AREA MAP PHOTO:
McKee Run Unit 2 COMS Replacement
FISCAL YEAR S : 2011 - 2011
PROJECT NO: 0
CATEGORY: Electric
DEPARTMENT: Public Utilities - Power Plant
DEPT. RANKING: 1
NEW PROJECT: No
PROJECT DESCRIPTION: It is becoming more and more difficult to locate spare parts to repair the existing opacity analyzers on all three McKee Run
units. The recommendation is to replace the existing monitors beginning with Unit 3 in fiscal year 2008/09. This replacement is necessary to keep Unit 2
operational.
NEED, JUSTIFICATION, BENEFIT: In accordance with the existing Title V permit continuous opacity monitors are necessary during all periods of boiler
operation. The purchase and installation of a new opacity monitor will ensure compliance with this section of the regulation, reliability of the unit and
maximization of capacity payments. All three McKee Run units are currently operating with the same vintage opacity monitoring equipment. The expectation is
that all three systems will need to be replaced in the year’s ahead. Our hopes are to spread the costs for total replacement over a three year period by using
the replaced units as an additional source of spare parts for the existing units still in service. All three units are expected to be replaced by fiscal year 2010/11.
This is the third and last unit to be replaced.
CONSEQUENCES OF DELAYING OR ELIMINATING THIS PROJECT: Potential for unit to be unavailable for operation resulting in forced outages
and loss of capacity payments.
THIS PROJECT IS RELATED TO THE FOLLOWING:
EXPLANATION OF IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET:
TIME-LINE/CURRENT STATUS: Unit 2 replacement to be completed in fiscal year 2011.
COMMENTS: Delaying the completion of this project could result in the inability to comply with the Title V operating permit, resulting in increased forced
outages and loss of income from capacity sales.
FIVE-YEAR COST BREAKDOWN SCHEDULE:
Prior to
FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
2010
Planning and Design
Land
Construction
Miscellaneous 33,000 33,000
Other
TOTAL 33,000 33,000
FINANCING:
Prior to
FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
2010
Electric I and E Fund 33,000 33,000
TOTAL 33,000 33,000
IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET:
Description Prior to 2010 FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
DRAFT Fiscal 2010 Capital Investment Plans 30
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LOCATION/AREA MAP PHOTO:
McKee Run Units 1 & 2 - Stack Repairs
FISCAL YEAR S : 2011 - 2012
PROJECT NO: 0
CATEGORY: Electric
DEPARTMENT: Public Utilities - Power Plant
DEPT. RANKING: 1
NEW PROJECT: No
PROJECT DESCRIPTION: It may become necessary to repair the internal area of Units 1 & 2 common stack.
NEED, JUSTIFICATION, BENEFIT: Our current plans are to perform in-house inspections of the stack on an annual basis and to contract an internal
inspection of the stack by outside contractors on an as needed basis to determine the need for repairs.
CONSEQUENCES OF DELAYING OR ELIMINATING THIS PROJECT: Delaying necessary repairs could lead to more costly repairs in the future,
simultaneous unplanned forced outages on both Units 1 & 2, fall out of internal material upon the surrounding community and potential injury to employees.
Earnings from the sale of capacity may also be affected.
THIS PROJECT IS RELATED TO THE FOLLOWING: Continuous availability of operating Units 1 & 2.
EXPLANATION OF IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET: Due to the reduced operation of Units 1 & 2 we have moved the project out to fiscal year
2012.Our plans to perform regular assessments of the internal damage to the common stack will determine when repairs may be necessary. Severe damage
may move the repairs to an earlier date however the reduced run time of Units 1 & 2 may continue to afford us the ability to postpone repairs to a later date.
TIME-LINE/CURRENT STATUS: The current expectation is to perform the repairs in fiscal year 2012.
COMMENTS: A determination for the necessity of repairs to Units 1 & 2 common stack will be performed on an annual basis.
FIVE-YEAR COST BREAKDOWN SCHEDULE:
Prior to
FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
2010
Planning and Design
Land
Construction
Miscellaneous 75,000 75,000
Other
TOTAL 75,000 75,000
FINANCING:
Prior to
FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
2010
Electric I and E Fund 75,000 75,000
TOTAL 75,000 75,000
IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET:
Description Prior to 2010 FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
DRAFT Fiscal 2010 Capital Investment Plans 31
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LOCATION/AREA MAP PHOTO:
McKee Run - Demineralizer Replacement
FISCAL YEAR S : 2011 - 2012
PROJECT NO: 000
CATEGORY: Electric
DEPARTMENT: Public Utilities - Power Plant
DEPT. RANKING: 2
NEW PROJECT: Yes
PROJECT DESCRIPTION: This project will evaluate the existing demineralizer with the expectation of replacing the control system. Evaluation will
determine whether it is more cost effective to replace controls rather than replace the entire system. A value engineering study will be performed to make that
determination. The project costs are based on controls system replacement only.
NEED, JUSTIFICATION, BENEFIT: The existing DI system is a 1960’s vintage. Replacing of the existing controls or the DI system would improve
reliability. Replacement Parts for our current system are becoming obsolete and hard to locate.
CONSEQUENCES OF DELAYING OR ELIMINATING THIS PROJECT: : If we were to have a major problem with the demineralizer system, it could
impact the unit run time and could result in a forced outage. Repairs requiring an extended outage of the demineralizer system would require having a
portable deminerailizer brought in and temporarily hooked up until the repairs were made and the system put back in service.
THIS PROJECT IS RELATED TO THE FOLLOWING: Plant efficiency and reliability and for the plant.
EXPLANATION OF IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET: Would expect this project to be funded outside the normal operating budget.
TIME-LINE/CURRENT STATUS: The project will perform an analysis of the equipment in 2010 and make recommendation for repair or replacement to be
completed in 2011.
COMMENTS: The system has been reliable over its operating life, but parts are getting harder to find, and maintenance of the system controls is increasing.
The cost identified assumes the replacement of the controls only.
FIVE-YEAR COST BREAKDOWN SCHEDULE:
Prior to
FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
2010
Planning and Design
Land
Construction
Miscellaneous 65,000 65,000
Other
TOTAL 65,000 65,000
FINANCING:
Prior to
FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
2010
Electric I and E Fund 65,000 65,000
TOTAL 65,000 65,000
IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET:
Description Prior to 2010 FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
DRAFT Fiscal 2010 Capital Investment Plans 32
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LOCATION/AREA MAP PHOTO:
McKee Run Unit #1 Turbine Outage
FISCAL YEAR : 2012
PROJECT NO: 0
CATEGORY: Electric
DEPARTMENT: Public Utilities - Power Plant
DEPT. RANKING: 1
NEW PROJECT: No
PROJECT DESCRIPTION: Inspect turbine to determine if any repairs are needed to keep the unit operational and to assess life of the unit. Assess repair
quotes, if repairs are needed, to determine best available options.
NEED, JUSTIFICATION, BENEFIT: An assessment of the unit needs to be performed due to insufficient data or industry standards on cycling units to
determine inspection and estimated repair frequency.
CONSEQUENCES OF DELAYING OR ELIMINATING THIS PROJECT: Possible catastrophic equipment failure.
THIS PROJECT IS RELATED TO THE FOLLOWING: The plant will attempt a borescope in 2008 to determine the internal conditions. If successful and
conditions allow, this project can be scheduled for 2011. If the borescope results indicate conditions that are unacceptable, this project might need to be
moved up or the unit retired.
EXPLANATION OF IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET:
TIME-LINE/CURRENT STATUS: Borescope will be attempted in 2008.
COMMENTS: Total project includes removing the turbine shell and inspection of all turbine parts including blades. McKee Run Units 1 and 2 are both
scheduled for 2011 inspections in order to capitalize on common mobilization costs low. The project price is an estimated cost to perform the work. It would be
possible to split this into one unit one year and one unit the next year, however there would be a slight increase in the expected cost for the two projects
together.
FIVE-YEAR COST BREAKDOWN SCHEDULE:
Prior to
FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
2010
Planning and Design
Land
Construction
Miscellaneous
Other 500,000 500,000
TOTAL 500,000 500,000
FINANCING:
Prior to
FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
2010
Electric I and E Fund 500,000 500,000
TOTAL 500,000 500,000
IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET:
Description Prior to 2010 FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
DRAFT Fiscal 2010 Capital Investment Plans 33
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LOCATION/AREA MAP PHOTO:
Preservation of Structures
FISCAL YEAR S : 2012 - 2014
PROJECT NO: 00000
CATEGORY: Electric
DEPARTMENT: Public Utilities - Power Plant
DEPT. RANKING: 6
NEW PROJECT: Yes
PROJECT DESCRIPTION: This project includes painting the plant structures along with the retirement of equipment placed out of service.
NEED, JUSTIFICATION, BENEFIT: Structural steel painting is needed in various areas throughout the plant proper as well as various outbuildings on the
plant property to maintain the physical building structures and equipment in an acceptable condition. This project represents a minimum preservation and
maintenance of structures consistent with the expected life of the station.
CONSEQUENCES OF DELAYING OR ELIMINATING THIS PROJECT: Deterioration of plant structures will accelerate if preservation is not done
resulting in larger future costs associated with structural repairs.
THIS PROJECT IS RELATED TO THE FOLLOWING:
EXPLANATION OF IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET:
TIME-LINE/CURRENT STATUS: This work will be completed over several fiscal year budgets starting in 2012 and completing in 2014
COMMENTS: n/a
FIVE-YEAR COST BREAKDOWN SCHEDULE:
Prior to
FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
2010
Planning and Design
Land
Construction 38,000 42,000 80,000
Miscellaneous
Other
TOTAL 38,000 42,000 80,000
FINANCING:
Prior to
FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
2010
Electric I and E Fund 38,000 42,000 80,000
TOTAL 38,000 42,000 80,000
IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET:
Description Prior to 2010 FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
DRAFT Fiscal 2010 Capital Investment Plans 34
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LOCATION/AREA MAP PHOTO:
VanSant Auxiliary Power Backup
FISCAL YEAR S : 2013 - 2013
PROJECT NO: 00
CATEGORY: Electric
DEPARTMENT: Public Utilities - Power Plant
DEPT. RANKING: 1
NEW PROJECT: Yes
PROJECT DESCRIPTION: This project will install a PV backup auxiliary power supply to the current system to provide supplemental power for auxiliary
power requirements and offset utility supplied aux power.
NEED, JUSTIFICATION, BENEFIT: This project will provide a means of offsetting auxiliary power provided by the utility when the unit is on standby. In
addition it can provide a means of charging station batteries during a black start operation.
CONSEQUENCES OF DELAYING OR ELIMINATING THIS PROJECT: Lost opportunity to offset auxiliary power costs.
THIS PROJECT IS RELATED TO THE FOLLOWING: Plant operating expenses.
EXPLANATION OF IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET: n/a
TIME-LINE/CURRENT STATUS: This project will be completed in 2013.
COMMENTS: The project funding will be utilize available State renewable energy funding where possible.
FIVE-YEAR COST BREAKDOWN SCHEDULE:
Prior to
FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
2010
Planning and Design
Land
Construction
Miscellaneous 75,000 75,000
Other
TOTAL 75,000 75,000
FINANCING:
Prior to
FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
2010
State Grant 75,000 75,000
TOTAL 75,000 75,000
IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET:
Description Prior to 2010 FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
DRAFT Fiscal 2010 Capital Investment Plans 35
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LOCATION/AREA MAP PHOTO:
McKee Run Unit 3 Turbine Outage
FISCAL YEAR S : 2014 - 2014
PROJECT NO: 0
CATEGORY: Electric
DEPARTMENT: Public Utilities - Power Plant
DEPT. RANKING: 1
NEW PROJECT: No
PROJECT DESCRIPTION: Inspect turbine to determine if any repairs are needed to keep the unit operational and to assess life of the unit. Assess repair
quotes, if repairs are needed, to determine best available options.
NEED, JUSTIFICATION, BENEFIT: An assessment of the unit needs to be performed due to insufficient data or industry standards on cycling units to
determine inspection and estimated repair frequency.
CONSEQUENCES OF DELAYING OR ELIMINATING THIS PROJECT: Possible catastrophic equipment failure and indefinite loss of unit availability.
THIS PROJECT IS RELATED TO THE FOLLOWING: The need for an internal inspection of Unit 3 turbine may be determined by the amount of hours
that the unit operates in the years ahead and the efficiency of the unit during thos period of operation. Facility personnel will also invesitage the impact our our
cyclic operation on the need for an internal inspections.
EXPLANATION OF IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET: Would expect this project to be funded outside the normal operating budget.
TIME-LINE/CURRENT STATUS: Would expect this outage to occur during the spring outage of 2013.
COMMENTS: Total project includes removing the turbine shell and inspection of all turbine parts including blades. The project price is an estimated cost to
perform the work no bids have been solicited at this time.
FIVE-YEAR COST BREAKDOWN SCHEDULE:
Prior to
FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
2010
Planning and Design
Land
Construction
Miscellaneous
Other 1,000,000 1,000,000
TOTAL 1,000,000 1,000,000
FINANCING:
Prior to
FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
2010
Electric I and E Fund 1,000,000 1,000,000
TOTAL 1,000,000 1,000,000
IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET:
Description Prior to 2010 FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
DRAFT Fiscal 2010 Capital Investment Plans 36
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LOCATION/AREA MAP PHOTO:
McKee Run - Unit 3 Flux Probe
FISCAL YEAR S : 2014 - 2014
PROJECT NO: 0
CATEGORY: Electric
DEPARTMENT: Public Utilities - Power Plant
DEPT. RANKING: 2
NEW PROJECT: Yes
PROJECT DESCRIPTION: Install a flux probe in MR unit 3 Generator.
NEED, JUSTIFICATION, BENEFIT: As large generators age, the incidents of failures related to turn to turn shorts in the generator field (rotor) increase.
This flux probe is utilized to monitor the condition of the generator rotor and will identify turn to turn shorts in the generator field winding. This equipment is
used extensively in the industry for early identification of such problems in the generator which could lead to a catastrophic failure.
CONSEQUENCES OF DELAYING OR ELIMINATING THIS PROJECT: A potential failure of the generator field windings could result in an unplanned
outage or lead to such extensive damage that would impact the continued viability of the unit to return to service.
THIS PROJECT IS RELATED TO THE FOLLOWING: This work must be done during a planned outage since it requires the disassembly of the
generator to install the flux probe hardware.
EXPLANATION OF IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET: n/a
TIME-LINE/CURRENT STATUS: To be completed in the 2014 planned outage on unit 3.
COMMENTS: Project assumes that the unit generator disassembly and reassembly cost is included in the CIP project for the turbine generator inspection.
The data from this flux probe will be used as a tool to help predict the useful life of the generator rotor.
FIVE-YEAR COST BREAKDOWN SCHEDULE:
Prior to
FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
2010
Planning and Design
Land
Construction
Miscellaneous 60,000 60,000
Other
TOTAL 60,000 60,000
FINANCING:
Prior to
FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
2010
Electric I and E Fund 60,000 60,000
TOTAL 60,000 60,000
IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET:
Description Prior to 2010 FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
DRAFT Fiscal 2010 Capital Investment Plans 37
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LOCATION/AREA MAP PHOTO:
McKee Run - Unit 3 Cooling Tower Fill
FISCAL YEAR S : 2014 - 2014
PROJECT NO: 00
CATEGORY: Electric
DEPARTMENT: Public Utilities - Power Plant
DEPT. RANKING: 3
NEW PROJECT: Yes
PROJECT DESCRIPTION: This project will replace all cooling tower fill and fill support systems on the McKee Run Unit 3 cooling tower. The replacement
includes a new design to improve heat transfer and assure that the discharge temperature of the cooling tower continues to met regulatory requirements.
NEED, JUSTIFICATION, BENEFIT: The cooling tower fill is projected to be at end of life over the next several years and is expected to impact the cooling
tower performance to an extent that it will also affect unit performance and will limit the unit full load capability. In order to extend the life of the plant, this
replacement will be required.
CONSEQUENCES OF DELAYING OR ELIMINATING THIS PROJECT: Continued deterioration of the cooling tower performance will lead to load
reductions on the unit during periods of high ambient temperatures. This will occur during the time period when generation costs are at their peak.
THIS PROJECT IS RELATED TO THE FOLLOWING: Plant efficiency and environmental compliance.
EXPLANATION OF IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET: Would expect this project to be funded outside the normal operating budget . This work will
eliminate the need to make emergency repairs to the cooling tower fill as the fill fails.
TIME-LINE/CURRENT STATUS: Performance testing of the tower will be completed in 2010. Engineering and bid cycle to be completed in 2013. The
installation work to be completed in 2014.
COMMENTS: n/a
FIVE-YEAR COST BREAKDOWN SCHEDULE:
Prior to
FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
2010
Planning and Design 10,000 10,000
Land
Construction
Miscellaneous 440,000 440,000
Other
TOTAL 450,000 450,000
FINANCING:
Prior to
FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
2010
Electric I and E Fund 450,000 450,000
TOTAL 450,000 450,000
IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET:
Description Prior to 2010 FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
DRAFT Fiscal 2010 Capital Investment Plans 38
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LOCATION/AREA MAP PHOTO:
McKee Run - Unit 3 Cooling Water Line
Replacement
FISCAL YEAR S : 2014 - 2014
PROJECT NO: 0
CATEGORY: Electric
DEPARTMENT: Public Utilities - Power Plant
DEPT. RANKING: 4
NEW PROJECT: Yes
PROJECT DESCRIPTION: This project will replace the underground cooling water line from the Unit 3 condenser to the cooling tower. A condition
assessment and life evaluation will be performed on this pipe to develop a repair/replace action plan to address the suitability for continued operation as well
as extending the life of the piping beyond 2014.
NEED, JUSTIFICATION, BENEFIT: The condition of the underground cooling water line has required numerous repairs over the life of the plant and is
expected to reach it’s useful life in the 2012-2015 time period. It is expected that the repair frequency will accelerate over the next several years.
CONSEQUENCES OF DELAYING OR ELIMINATING THIS PROJECT: Delaying this project beyond 2014 will increase the risk of a failure causing
an extended unit outage to repair or replace the failed pipe. Additional budget dollars will need to be allocated to repair/ replace sections of piping.
THIS PROJECT IS RELATED TO THE FOLLOWING: Plant reliability. The work will be coordinated with the scheduled unit outage.
EXPLANATION OF IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET: We would expect this project to be funded outside the normal operating budget. Completion
of the project as scheduled will eliminate the need to add additional O&M funding for emergency repairs in future years.
TIME-LINE/CURRENT STATUS: The condition assessment, engineering, and design will be completed in 2014 with the construction work to be
completed in 2015.
COMMENTS: The results of the condition assessment will determine what action plan will be developed. The budgeted costs assume a replacement of the
line from the cooling tower to the plant exterior wall.
FIVE-YEAR COST BREAKDOWN SCHEDULE:
Prior to
FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
2010
Planning and Design 40,000 40,000
Land
Construction 550,000 550,000
Miscellaneous
Other
TOTAL 40,000 550,000 590,000
FINANCING:
Prior to
FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
2010
Electric I and E Fund 40,000 550,000 590,000
TOTAL 40,000 550,000 590,000
IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET:
Description Prior to 2010 FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
DRAFT Fiscal 2010 Capital Investment Plans 39
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WATER/WASTEWATER
EXPENDITURES
TOTAL 5
CATEGORY FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014
YEAR COST
Public Utilities ‐ Wastewater Mgmt
Miscellaneous Sewer System
185,000 33,000 35,000 37,000 39,000 41,000
Improvements
US Route 13 West Sanitary Sewer
3,201,480 3,201,480
Interceptor
Inflow/Infiltration Removal 7,996,890 1,800,000 1,900,000 1,383,400 1,431,900 1,481,590
SCADA Equipment Technology Upgrade 425,200 79,300 82,100 84,900 87,900 91,000
Delaware State University Pumping
336,400 336,400
Station Replacement
Fox Hall/Retreat Force Main Rerouting 107,200 107,200
Tar Ditch Interceptor Upgrade (WW) 518,230 518,230
Acorn Lane Package Pump Station
336,400 336,400
Replacement
Delaware State University Force Main
137,700 26,800 110,900
Rerouting
Fox Hall Pump Station Rehabilitation 427,900 52,000 375,900
Heatherfield Pumping Station Upgrade 220,400 40,000 180,400
Dover East Pump Station Abandonment &
265,800 52,000 213,800
Sewer Line
Brandywine Package Pump Station
414,400 54,000 360,400
Replacement
Lepore Road Pump Station Replacement 395,000 70,000 325,000
Baltray Pumping Station Replacement 145,000 45,000 100,000
Dover Brook Gardens Pump Station
75,000 25,000 50,000
Upgrade
Rolling Acres Pumping Station
429,000 56,000 373,000
Replacement
McKee Road Pumping Station
70,000 25,000 45,000
Communator Replacement
Delaware Tech Pumping Station
474,800 58,000 416,800
Replacement
Westover Pumping Station and Force Main
578,600 85,000 493,600
Upgrade
Turnberry Force Main Redirect 506,000 45,000 461,000
Lakeview Drive Pumping Station
46,600 46,600
Replacement
Schoolview Pumping Station Force Main
40,000 40,000
Redirect
Silver Lake Pumping Station
77,000 77,000
Replacement/Upgrade
Subtotal 17,410,000 6,530,810 2,860,300 2,555,500 2,314,800 3,148,590
Public Utilities ‐ Water Mgmt
Remote Control and Monitor Wells 55,000 55,000
Water Quality Improvements 16,053,200 2,804,600 3,197,100 3,381,100 3,233,500 3,436,900
Miscellaneous Distribution System
375,000 65,000 70,000 75,000 80,000 85,000
Improvements
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Wellhead Redevelopment Program 325,000 55,000 60,000 65,000 70,000 75,000
Piney Point Well 665,000 215,000 450,000
1.0 MG Elevated Water Storage Tower 3,340,000 750,000 2,590,000
Emergency Generators (Wells) 150,000 150,000
Water Treatment Plant Process
246,200 75,000 171,200
Improvements
Future Columbia Well Installation 196,400 25,000 171,400
Subtotal 21,405,800 3,944,600 6,367,100 3,671,100 3,483,500 3,939,500
TOTAL 38,815,800 10,475,410 9,227,400 6,226,600 5,798,300 7,088,090
REVENUE
TOTAL 5
REVENUE SOURCE FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014
YEAR COST
Water/Wastewater Fund 21,472,290 222,300 3,426,200 5,102,400 5,718,300 7,003,090
Bond Financing 11,924,280 8,884,280 3,040,000
Capital Asset Reserve 482,900 107,000 375,900
Other 54,510 54,510
Impact Fee Reserve 4,731,820 1,207,320 2,385,300 974,200 80,000 85,000
Homeland Security Grant 150,000 150,000
TOTAL 38,815,800 10,475,410 9,227,400 6,226,600 5,798,300 7,088,090
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LOCATION/AREA MAP PHOTO:
Miscellaneous Sewer System Improvements
FISCAL YEAR S : 2007 - 2014
PROJECT NO: WW0808
CATEGORY: Water/Wastewater
DEPARTMENT: Public Utilities - Wastewater Mgmt
DEPT. RANKING: 1
NEW PROJECT: No
PROJECT DESCRIPTION: This project will primarily address emergency sewer main repairs. In addition, it will repair deteriorating lines. These funds can
also be used to partner with private developers to oversize future mains or to install associated improvements to meet the long term goals of the utility.
NEED, JUSTIFICATION, BENEFIT: These funds are necessary to address failing or deteriorated infrastructure where City crews are replacing old water
mains through the miscellaneous water system improvement project. Missing opportunities to oversize or reroute mains will result in higher construction costs
in the future.
CONSEQUENCES OF DELAYING OR ELIMINATING THIS PROJECT: Delaying or eliminating this project will result in reduced ability to properly
address breaks or to expand the system.
THIS PROJECT IS RELATED TO THE FOLLOWING: N/A
EXPLANATION OF IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET: N/A
TIME-LINE/CURRENT STATUS: This is an ongoing annual program. We identify, plan, and construct improvements each year and address emergency
repairs as they occur.
COMMENTS: Emergency repairs are typically performed by private contractors. Work on planned projects will be done using in-house construction crews,
and costs are for materials to make improvements only. All cost for oversizing will be paid through negotiated cost and public utilities agreements.
FIVE-YEAR COST BREAKDOWN SCHEDULE:
Prior to
FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
2010
Planning and Design
Land
Construction 101,500 33,000 35,000 37,000 39,000 41,000 43,000 329,500
Miscellaneous 40,000 40,000
Other
TOTAL 141,500 33,000 35,000 37,000 39,000 41,000 43,000 369,500
FINANCING:
Prior to
FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
2010
Water/Wastewater Fund 141,500 33,000 35,000 37,000 39,000 41,000 43,000 369,500
TOTAL 141,500 33,000 35,000 37,000 39,000 41,000 43,000 369,500
IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET:
Description Prior to 2010 FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
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LOCATION/AREA MAP PHOTO:
US Route 13 West Sanitary Sewer Interceptor
FISCAL YEAR S : 2007 - 2010
PROJECT NO: WW0810
CATEGORY: Water/Wastewater
DEPARTMENT: Public Utilities - Wastewater Mgmt
DEPT. RANKING: 4
NEW PROJECT: No
PROJECT DESCRIPTION: This project will construct approximately 5,630 linear feet of various diameter gravity sewer from the entrance road to Dover
Downs, Inc. to the west end of West Rustic Lane. Sewer diameters included in this project consist of 12-inch, 24-inch and 27-inch.
NEED, JUSTIFICATION, BENEFIT: The proposed gravity sewer interceptor will allow the City to abandon the existing Schwartz Pumping Station
immediately adjacent to US RT 13. If the gravity sewer is not constructed, the Schwartz Pumping Station must be reconstructed due to its age. Access to the
existing Schwartz Station is limited which will make reconstructing the existing Schwartz Station extremely difficult. The life cycle costs of the proposed gravity
sewer interceptor are significantly less than reconstructing the pumping station, even though the initial construction costs are higher. In addition, the gravity
sewer interceptor will allow further gravity sewer extensions to the surrounding area which will allow redevelopment of properties on the west side of US RT
13. These properties are currently under utilized due to lack of public sewer. This project is also necessary to redirect flow to the US RT 13 gravity basin and
relieve problems at Kent County Station #2. This would be accomplished through the future redirecting of force mains from the Delaware State university,
Delaware Tech and McKee Pumping Stations. This project will also extend sewer to the proposed Civic Center property.
CONSEQUENCES OF DELAYING OR ELIMINATING THIS PROJECT: The existing Schwartz Pumping Station will need major renovations
estimated at $800,000. The existing sewer system will be unable to handle growth within the area including the proposed Civic Center. Delaying or eliminating
this project will also result in an extended reliance on Kent County Station #2 which is located on Denny’s Road across from Delaware Tech Campus.
THIS PROJECT IS RELATED TO THE FOLLOWING: Pump Station and Sewer Basin Study, Central Transmission Bypass Project (Kent County), Civic
Center.
EXPLANATION OF IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET: N/A
TIME-LINE/CURRENT STATUS: Approximately 1,000 linear feet of 27-inch gravity sewer was installed in FY 2007. Design, alignment and easement
acquisition to be completed in FY 2009. Construction to be completed in FY 2010.
COMMENTS: $150,000 has been added for construction inspection services.
FIVE-YEAR COST BREAKDOWN SCHEDULE:
Prior to
FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
2010
Planning and Design 264,815 264,815
Land 10,000 10,000
Construction 330,000 3,201,480 3,531,480
Miscellaneous
Other
TOTAL 604,815 3,201,480 3,806,295
FINANCING:
Prior to
FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
2010
Bond Financing 604,815 3,201,480 3,806,295
TOTAL 604,815 3,201,480 3,806,295
IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET:
Description Prior to 2010 FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
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LOCATION/AREA MAP PHOTO:
Inflow/Infiltration Removal
FISCAL YEAR S : 2009 - 2014
PROJECT NO: WW0903
CATEGORY: Water/Wastewater
DEPARTMENT: Public Utilities - Wastewater Mgmt
DEPT. RANKING: 2
NEW PROJECT: No
PROJECT DESCRIPTION: The project will identify and correct areas in the sanitary sewer collection system that are deteriorating and allowing
groundwater to enter the sanitary sewer system through cracked pipes and/or joints. In addition, video investigation will help identify sump pump and other
illicit connections to the system which will have to be removed by individual property owners. In conjunction with the Water Quality Improvements Project, the
areas that are being replaced will be investigated for sanitary sewer main condition. If determined that further inspection is required, our in-house staff will
conduct additional TV inspections to the sanitary sewer main. Based on results of the investigation, improvements may need to be made to the system.
NEED, JUSTIFICATION, BENEFIT: The wet weather experienced in 2003, highlighted the fact that we have an aging wastewater system that requires
more attention to the condition of the old pipe network and more monitoring of illicit connections to the system. Inflow and infiltration are problems that all
customers pay for since they are costs that are not assigned to an individual customer. Therefore, all customers are affected by expenses related to inflow
and infiltration.
CONSEQUENCES OF DELAYING OR ELIMINATING THIS PROJECT: Delaying or eliminating this project will result in continued higher treatment
charges for wastewater flow to Kent County than is necessary. In addition, the reduction in available capacity in the City and county systems due to inflow and
infiltration will reduce the capacity available for future growth.
THIS PROJECT IS RELATED TO THE FOLLOWING: N/A
EXPLANATION OF IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET: The project will reduce the operating budget over time due to the reduction in costs for
sewage treatment paid to Kent County. All savings are cumulative.
TIME-LINE/CURRENT STATUS: Investigation and program development occurred in Fiscal Year 2005; project scoping occured in Fiscal Year 2006;
video inspection and testing of pipe occurred in Fiscal Years 2006 and 2007 and will be performed by in-house crews starting in FY 2009; relining/replacement
of pipe/ disconnects will occur in Fiscal Years 2009 through 2014.
COMMENTS: In the first five months of Fiscal Year 2004, the Kent County Wastewater Adjustment Charge was approximately $68,454 over the target
budget per month. In Fiscal Year 2005, City Council approved a $.45/Tgal rate increase on the City's sewer rate to compensate for this problem. Inflow and
infiltration created an additional budget deficit of $68,890 through the first quarter of Fiscal Year 2005. The project will reduce the operating budget over time
due to the reduction in costs for sewage treatment paid to Kent County.
FIVE-YEAR COST BREAKDOWN SCHEDULE:
Prior to
FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
2010
Planning and Design 139,000 83,400 86,400 89,000 91,700 489,500
Land
Construction 486,000 1,800,000 1,900,000 1,300,000 1,345,500 1,392,590 1,441,330 9,665,420
Miscellaneous
Other
TOTAL 625,000 1,800,000 1,900,000 1,383,400 1,431,900 1,481,590 1,533,030 10,154,920
FINANCING:
Prior to
FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
2010
Water/Wastewater Fund 350,000 1,383,400 1,431,900 1,481,590 1,533,030 6,179,920
Bond Financing 275,000 1,800,000 2,075,000
Impact Fee Reserve 1,900,000 1,900,000
TOTAL 625,000 1,800,000 1,900,000 1,383,400 1,431,900 1,481,590 1,533,030 10,154,920
IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET:
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Description Prior to 2010 FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
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LOCATION/AREA MAP PHOTO:
SCADA Equipment Technology Upgrade
FISCAL YEAR S : 2009 - 2014
PROJECT NO: WW0901
CATEGORY: Water/Wastewater
DEPARTMENT: Public Utilities - Wastewater Mgmt
DEPT. RANKING: 3
NEW PROJECT: No
PROJECT DESCRIPTION: This project involves the replacement of antiquated and/or obsolete remote terminal units (RTUs) at sewage pumping stations
with new up-to-date serviceable SCADA equipment. Microwave radios, antennas and enclosures would be upgraded as needed. The RTU and radio are the
reporting equipment for the SCADA system (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition) which reports, on a constant basis, the status of alarms at the City's
pumping stations. The RTUs that are being replaced are outdated and unable to be repaired. Most of the equipment is installed in two steel cabinets mounted
outside and are corroding. The new equipment is installed within a single fiberglass NEMA 4 enclosure.
NEED, JUSTIFICATION, BENEFIT: Replace failing antiquated equipment with completely new alarm reporting equipment to provide reliable SCADA
system reporting and to prevent the need for costly non budgeted emergency repairs.
CONSEQUENCES OF DELAYING OR ELIMINATING THIS PROJECT: Lack of alarms resulting in costly sewer backup claims. A RTU or radio failure
would provide no advance warning of a failure resulting in costly sewer backup claims or sewage overflows into waterways. Equipment would become old, not
supported, and obsolete.
THIS PROJECT IS RELATED TO THE FOLLOWING: N/A
EXPLANATION OF IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET: N/A
TIME-LINE/CURRENT STATUS: Each Year: order equipment and construct cabinets and back-plates by December; complete installation by June.
COMMENTS: Currently, the purchase of this equipment has had to come out of the operation budget to replace equipment as it fails. Lack of alarms
resulting in costly sewer backup claims.It is estimated that five stations will be upgraded each year.
FIVE-YEAR COST BREAKDOWN SCHEDULE:
Prior to
FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
2010
Planning and Design
Land
Construction 28,500 15,000 15,500 16,000 16,600 17,200 17,900 126,700
Miscellaneous 122,100 64,300 66,600 68,900 71,300 73,800 76,400 543,400
Other
TOTAL 150,600 79,300 82,100 84,900 87,900 91,000 94,300 670,100
FINANCING:
Prior to
FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
2010
Water/Wastewater Fund 150,600 79,300 82,100 84,900 87,900 91,000 94,300 670,100
TOTAL 150,600 79,300 82,100 84,900 87,900 91,000 94,300 670,100
IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET:
Description Prior to 2010 FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
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LOCATION/AREA MAP PHOTO:
Delaware State University Pumping Station
Replacement
FISCAL YEAR S : 2009 - 2010
PROJECT NO: WW0902
CATEGORY: Water/Wastewater
DEPARTMENT: Public Utilities - Wastewater Mgmt
DEPT. RANKING: 5
NEW PROJECT: No
PROJECT DESCRIPTION: The proposed project includes the replacement of the Smith & Loveless package capsular pumping station and wet well
replacement/relocation installed in 1975. The below grade capsular station will be replaced with a wet well mounted package pumping station eliminating a
confined space entry requirement. The station is located at the rear of Delaware State University campus adjacent to Silver Lake. The station has exceeded
its anticipated life expectancy of 20-25 years. This project is anticipated to provide the capacity required for growth of the campus.
NEED, JUSTIFICATION, BENEFIT: Replace the aged station with a completely new station to prevent the need for costly non budgeted repairs to
maintain operation.
CONSEQUENCES OF DELAYING OR ELIMINATING THIS PROJECT: Pump failure resulting in a sewage spill into waterways or backup in a
residence. Because of the age of the pump station, certain parts are no longer obtainable and replacement of equipment is costly.
THIS PROJECT IS RELATED TO THE FOLLOWING: N/A
EXPLANATION OF IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET: N/A
TIME-LINE/CURRENT STATUS: Design and bid in Fiscal Year 2009; install in Fiscal Year 2010.
COMMENTS: This station was installed by Kent County to serve the Delaware State University in the mid 1970's and transferred to the City in the late
1990's. The basin collection area includes College Road from the railroad tracks to Silver Lake and all of the University except the new University Village
apartments on College Road. The station is located approximately 300 feet from Silver Lake. 50% WW reserve funding
FIVE-YEAR COST BREAKDOWN SCHEDULE:
Prior to
FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
2010
Planning and Design 50,000 50,000
Land
Construction 336,400 336,400
Miscellaneous
Other
TOTAL 50,000 336,400 386,400
FINANCING:
Prior to
FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
2010
Bond Financing 25,000 168,200 193,200
Impact Fee Reserve 25,000 168,200 193,200
TOTAL 50,000 336,400 386,400
IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET:
Description Prior to 2010 FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
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LOCATION/AREA MAP PHOTO:
Fox Hall/Retreat Force Main Rerouting
FISCAL YEAR S : 2009 - 2010
PROJECT NO: WW0905
CATEGORY: Water/Wastewater
DEPARTMENT: Public Utilities - Wastewater Mgmt
DEPT. RANKING: 7
NEW PROJECT: No
PROJECT DESCRIPTION: This project was identified in the Wastewater Master Plan Technical Documents and will reroute approximately 1,600 linear
feet of six-inch and eight-inch force main exiting the Fox Hall and Retreat Pump Station. Rerouting will direct sewer currently flowing into the Walker Road
basin.
NEED, JUSTIFICATION, BENEFIT: Transfer of flow from the Walker Road basin to the McKee Road basin will reduce future costs at the Walker Road
Pump Station and Kent County P.S. #3 as well as better utilization of the McKee Road infrastructure.
CONSEQUENCES OF DELAYING OR ELIMINATING THIS PROJECT: Delaying or eliminating this project would result in continued stress on the
Walker Road Pump Station in addition to increased costs for the upgrades to the Walker Road Pump Station.
THIS PROJECT IS RELATED TO THE FOLLOWING: Fox Hall Pump Station Rehabilitation Project, and Kent County Central Transmission Project
EXPLANATION OF IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET: N/A
TIME-LINE/CURRENT STATUS: Designed in FY 2009, construction in FY 2010.
COMMENTS: Rerouting of the force main will allow for the Walker Road Pump Station to function through the 20-year planning period outlined in the 1999
Wastewater Plan Technical Documents. Current alignment proposal will utilize road right-of-way to minimize need for private easements. Work is to be
completed by in-house construction.
FIVE-YEAR COST BREAKDOWN SCHEDULE:
Prior to
FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
2010
Planning and Design 32,000 32,000
Land
Construction 107,200 107,200
Miscellaneous
Other
TOTAL 32,000 107,200 139,200
FINANCING:
Prior to
FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
2010
Impact Fee Reserve 32,000 107,200 139,200
TOTAL 32,000 107,200 139,200
IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET:
Description Prior to 2010 FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
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LOCATION/AREA MAP PHOTO:
Tar Ditch Interceptor Upgrade (WW)
FISCAL YEAR S : 2010 - 2011
PROJECT NO: 0
CATEGORY: Water/Wastewater
DEPARTMENT: Public Utilities - Wastewater Mgmt
DEPT. RANKING: 0
NEW PROJECT: Yes
PROJECT DESCRIPTION: This project will replace 515 feet of undersized fifteen-inch (15”) pipe, between S. State Street and PW2 with twenty-four inch
(24”) pipe.
NEED, JUSTIFICATION, BENEFIT: This project was originally indentified in the 1999 Wastewater Master Plan. It was shown that pipe within the subject
area was at 98% load at the time of the study and it was projected to be exceeded within five (5) years. Due to significant decreases in industrial water usage /
wastewater discharge in the basin, as well as the overall cost and complexity of the basin, this project was placed on hold until it could be reanalyzed with the
2009 Wastewater Master Plan. It has been identified by staff that the subject pipe is flowing nearly full which caused a surcharge in upstream piping, particular
during peak flow periods. This project will allow for the proper capacity to handle current flow as well to allow for growth.
CONSEQUENCES OF DELAYING OR ELIMINATING THIS PROJECT: Delaying or eliminating this project will result in preventing growth, or a net
change of flow, within the basin.
THIS PROJECT IS RELATED TO THE FOLLOWING: 1999 and 2009 Wastewater Master Plans, Redevelopment
EXPLANATION OF IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET: n/a
TIME-LINE/CURRENT STATUS: Engineering/design and construction to be completed in FY 2010.
COMMENTS: Due to environmental issues, including groundwater levels, this project will utilize a design consultant as well as an outside contractor to
perform the work required.
FIVE-YEAR COST BREAKDOWN SCHEDULE:
Prior to
FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
2010
Planning and Design 100,000 100,000
Land
Construction 418,230 418,230
Miscellaneous
Other
TOTAL 518,230 518,230
FINANCING:
Prior to
FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
2010
Impact Fee Reserve 518,230 518,230
TOTAL 518,230 518,230
IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET:
Description Prior to 2010 FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
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LOCATION/AREA MAP PHOTO:
Acorn Lane Package Pump Station
Replacement
FISCAL YEAR : 2010
PROJECT NO: WW0907
CATEGORY: Water/Wastewater
DEPARTMENT: Public Utilities - Wastewater Mgmt
DEPT. RANKING: 6
NEW PROJECT: No
PROJECT DESCRIPTION: This project involves the replacement of the Smith & Loveless package pumping station installed in 1978 with the construction
of the Independence Village Subdivision. The station has exceeded its life expectancy of 20-25 years. The capacity will shortly be exceeded with the addition
of 500 new contributing homes (Patriot Village, Lexington Glenn, and Clearview Meadow). This project is anticipated to be completed utilizing an outside
contractor.
NEED, JUSTIFICATION, BENEFIT: Replace the aged station with a completely new station to prevent the need for costly non budgeted repairs to
maintain operation. Over the years the City of Dover has had to hire contractors to replace check valves and piping within the pumping station.
CONSEQUENCES OF DELAYING OR ELIMINATING THIS PROJECT: A loss of capacity or failure resulting in backups into the collection system;
pump failure resulting in a sewage spill into waterways or backups in residences. Because of the age of the station, certain parts are no longer obtainable, and
replacement of equipment is costly.
THIS PROJECT IS RELATED TO THE FOLLOWING: The Kent County Central Transmission Bypass (CTB), White Oak Farms Pumping Station VFDs
EXPLANATION OF IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET: N/A
TIME-LINE/CURRENT STATUS: Design and bid project in FY 2009; construction in FY 2010.
COMMENTS: This station is related to the Kent County Central Transmission Bypass because it will have to be directed in the bypass to recover lost
capacity at the White Oak Farms pumping station. The Acorn Lane Pumping Station currently discharges to the White Oak Farms pumping station. When the
White Oak Farms station is directed into the CTB, capacity is anticipated to decrease due to the change in discharge pressures. Flows will be directed in the
CTB by pumping around the White Oak Pumping Station and removing the need of re-pumping by White Oak Farms. 85% WW Impact Fee funding.
FIVE-YEAR COST BREAKDOWN SCHEDULE:
Prior to
FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
2010
Planning and Design 27,000 27,000
Land
Construction 336,400 336,400
Miscellaneous
Other
TOTAL 27,000 336,400 363,400
FINANCING:
Prior to
FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
2010
Impact Fee Reserve 27,000 281,890 308,890
Other 54,510 54,510
TOTAL 27,000 336,400 363,400
IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET:
Description Prior to 2010 FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
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LOCATION/AREA MAP PHOTO:
Delaware State University Force Main
Rerouting
FISCAL YEAR S : 2010 - 2011
PROJECT NO: x
CATEGORY: Water/Wastewater
DEPARTMENT: Public Utilities - Wastewater Mgmt
DEPT. RANKING: 8
NEW PROJECT: No
PROJECT DESCRIPTION: This project was identified in the Wastewater Master Plan Technical Documents and will reroute approximately 2,750 linear
feet of eight-inch force main exiting from the Delaware State University Pump Station. The new force main will discharge into the upstream end of the new Rt.
13 Sanitary Sewer Interceptor at the end of West Rustic Lane. This project will entail the installation of approximately 750 feet of new eight-inch force main.
Due to the requirements of this project, it will also include the rerouting of the Delaware Tech. force main through reverse flow utilizing the existing force main.
NEED, JUSTIFICATION, BENEFIT: Rerouting the existing force main from the Delaware State University Pump Station and the Delaware Tech. Pump
Station will significantly reduce the total length of force main from the station and will reroute flows to City of Dover infrastructure. Flows from the pump
stations will no longer discharge into Kent County Station #2.
CONSEQUENCES OF DELAYING OR ELIMINATING THIS PROJECT: Delaying or eliminating this project would result in continued stress on
downstream infrastructure.
THIS PROJECT IS RELATED TO THE FOLLOWING: Route 13 Sanitary Sewer Interceptor
EXPLANATION OF IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET: N/A
TIME-LINE/CURRENT STATUS: Design in Fiscal Year 2010; construction in Fiscal Year 2011.
COMMENTS:
FIVE-YEAR COST BREAKDOWN SCHEDULE:
Prior to
FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
2010
Planning and Design 26,800 26,800
Land
Construction 110,900 110,900
Miscellaneous
Other
TOTAL 26,800 110,900 137,700
FINANCING:
Prior to
FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
2010
Impact Fee Reserve 26,800 110,900 137,700
TOTAL 26,800 110,900 137,700
IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET:
Description Prior to 2010 FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
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LOCATION/AREA MAP PHOTO:
Fox Hall Pump Station Rehabilitation
FISCAL YEAR S : 2010 - 2011
PROJECT NO: x
CATEGORY: Water/Wastewater
DEPARTMENT: Public Utilities - Wastewater Mgmt
DEPT. RANKING: 9
NEW PROJECT: No
PROJECT DESCRIPTION: This project will completely rehabilitate the wet well side of the pump station using the poly-triplex system liner. In addition, it
will include the replacement of the pump station to a wet well mounted package pump station. This station was constructed in 1971 and has exceeded its life
expectancy of 20-25.
NEED, JUSTIFICATION, BENEFIT: The wet well has deteriorated due to age and is subject to groundwater infiltration. This project was identified in the
Wastewater Master Plan Technical Documents. Replace the aged station to prevent the need for costly repairs to maintain operation.
CONSEQUENCES OF DELAYING OR ELIMINATING THIS PROJECT: Delaying or eliminating this project will result in the continued deterioration of
the station and increased costs of Kent County treatment charges due to groundwater infiltration and those on Acorn Lane Pumping Station. Pump failure
resulting in a sewage spill into waterways or backup in a residence. Because of the age of the pump station, certain parts are no longer obtainable and
replacement of equipment is costly.
THIS PROJECT IS RELATED TO THE FOLLOWING: Fox Hall/Retreat Force Main Rerouting
EXPLANATION OF IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET: This project will slightly reduce the operating budget by reducing inflow/infiltration into the wet
well. Inflow/infiltration reduction equates to a reduction in our treatment costs with Kent County due to a reduced quantity of flow.
TIME-LINE/CURRENT STATUS: Design and bid project in 2010; construct in 2011.
COMMENTS: None
FIVE-YEAR COST BREAKDOWN SCHEDULE:
Prior to
FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
2010
Planning and Design 52,000 52,000
Land
Construction 375,900 375,900
Miscellaneous
Other
TOTAL 52,000 375,900 427,900
FINANCING:
Prior to
FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
2010
Capital Asset Reserve 52,000 375,900 427,900
TOTAL 52,000 375,900 427,900
IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET:
Description Prior to 2010 FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
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LOCATION/AREA MAP PHOTO:
Heatherfield Pumping Station Upgrade
FISCAL YEAR S : 2010 - 2011
PROJECT NO: x
CATEGORY: Water/Wastewater
DEPARTMENT: Public Utilities - Wastewater Mgmt
DEPT. RANKING: 10
NEW PROJECT: No
PROJECT DESCRIPTION: This project calls for replacement of approximately 1,200 linear of existing four inch force main with six inch force main and
downsizing the existing impellers to increase the capacity of the station to over 200 gallons per minute.
NEED, JUSTIFICATION, BENEFIT: Upgrade the force main to meet the capacity requirements incurred by the previous extension and development of
the collection basin.
CONSEQUENCES OF DELAYING OR ELIMINATING THIS PROJECT: Pump failure resulting in a sewage spill into waterways or backup in a
residence. Because of the age of the pump station, certain parts are no longer obtainable and replacement of equipment is costly.
THIS PROJECT IS RELATED TO THE FOLLOWING: The Wastewater Facilities Master Plan of 1998.
EXPLANATION OF IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET: N/A
TIME-LINE/CURRENT STATUS: Project needs to be performed in advance of the pumping station replacement.
COMMENTS: The station is a Smith & Loveless wet well mounted package pumping station installed in 1985 with the construction of the Heatherfield
Subdivision. The station is approaching its life expectancy of 20-25 years, but is a new style station in that all mechanical and electrical equipment is above
grade and accessible for routine maintenance and parts replacement. The capacity of the pumping station was exceeded with the connection of the
Heatherfield East, Cranberry Run, and a portion of Fox Hall West Addition subdivisions. The current capacity utilization is 125 percent. These improvements
will lower the utilization to 75 percent. The force main upgrade needs to be completed prior to the to the station replacement in the upcoming out years.
FIVE-YEAR COST BREAKDOWN SCHEDULE:
Prior to
FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
2010
Planning and Design 40,000 40,000
Land
Construction 180,400 180,400
Miscellaneous
Other
TOTAL 40,000 180,400 220,400
FINANCING:
Prior to
FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
2010
Impact Fee Reserve 40,000 180,400 220,400
TOTAL 40,000 180,400 220,400
IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET:
Description Prior to 2010 FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
DRAFT Fiscal 2010 Capital Investment Plans 53
Page 55
LOCATION/AREA MAP PHOTO:
Dover East Pump Station Abandonment &
Sewer Line
FISCAL YEAR S : 2011 - 2012
PROJECT NO: x
CATEGORY: Water/Wastewater
DEPARTMENT: Public Utilities - Wastewater Mgmt
DEPT. RANKING: 7
NEW PROJECT: No
PROJECT DESCRIPTION: The proposed project includes the abandonment and removal of the existing Smith & Loveless package capsular pumping
station. This scope of work will also include the removal of the existing wet well. The station will be eliminated due to the construction to occur on the Rojan
Meadows Subdivision site. Sanitary sewer with East Dover MHP will connect to the new Rojan Meadows pump station by installing approximately 400 lf of 12”
gravity sanitary sewer. The existing Dover East station has exceeded its anticipated life expectancy of 20-25 years and the removal of this station can be
justified because of the pump station being constructed at the Rojan Meadows Subdivision site. The pump station at Rojan Meadows will be sized to handle
the Dover East wastewater and will discharge directly into the Central Transmission Bypass.
NEED, JUSTIFICATION, BENEFIT: The removal of the existing pump station will prevent the need for maintenance, and costly repairs to the system. The
gravity sanitary sewer line will be beneficial to the City of Dover because of the low maintenance costs compared to the costs of maintaining and operating the
existing pump station.
CONSEQUENCES OF DELAYING OR ELIMINATING THIS PROJECT: Pump failure resulting in a sewage spill into waterways or backup in a
residence. Because of the age of the station, certain parts are no longer obtainable, and replacement of equipment is costly. Continuation of increased
operation and maintenance costs.
THIS PROJECT IS RELATED TO THE FOLLOWING: N/A
EXPLANATION OF IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET: N/A
TIME-LINE/CURRENT STATUS: Design and bid project by 2010; construct by 2011.
COMMENTS: This station was installed with the development of the East Dover Mobile Home Park in 1973.
FIVE-YEAR COST BREAKDOWN SCHEDULE:
Prior to
FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
2010
Planning and Design 52,000 52,000
Land
Construction 213,800 213,800
Miscellaneous
Other
TOTAL 52,000 213,800 265,800
FINANCING:
Prior to
FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
2010
Water/Wastewater Fund 52,000 52,000
Impact Fee Reserve 213,800 213,800
TOTAL 52,000 213,800 265,800
IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET:
Description Prior to 2010 FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
DRAFT Fiscal 2010 Capital Investment Plans 54
Page 56
LOCATION/AREA MAP PHOTO:
Brandywine Package Pump Station
Replacement
FISCAL YEAR S : 2011 - 2012
PROJECT NO: x
CATEGORY: Water/Wastewater
DEPARTMENT: Public Utilities - Wastewater Mgmt
DEPT. RANKING: 8
NEW PROJECT: No
PROJECT DESCRIPTION: The proposed project includes the replacement of the Smith & Loveless package pumping station installed in 1977. The station
has exceeded its life anticipated expectancy of 20-25 years and is in need of a capacity upgrade due to the increased growth in the basin. This project is
anticipated to utilize an outside contractor to replace the pumping station, electrical service panel, and SCADA equipment.
NEED, JUSTIFICATION, BENEFIT: Replace the aged station with a completely new station to prevent the need for costly non budgeted repairs to
maintain operation.
CONSEQUENCES OF DELAYING OR ELIMINATING THIS PROJECT: Pump failure resulting in a sewage spill into waterways or backup in a
residence. Because of the age of the pump station, certain parts are no longer obtainable and replacement of equipment is costly.
THIS PROJECT IS RELATED TO THE FOLLOWING: N/A
EXPLANATION OF IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET: N/A
TIME-LINE/CURRENT STATUS: Design and bid in FY 2011; construction in FY 2012.
COMMENTS: This station was installed for the Dover Country Club Apartments when City sewer was made available to this area. The site was previously
outside the City's service area and had its own on site sewer treatment system. Over the life span of this station, it has seen increased flows with the
construction of Mallard Pond, Marsh Creek, and Westwind Meadows, and the extension of service to Fox Hall Drive as well as possible infiltration. Based on
the monthly runtime hours, the station is currently operating at 130 percent of desired capacity. Staff has observed numerous pump clogs and failures in the
past years. The Dover Country Club and Brandywine Condo sewer lines are old and possibly influenced by infiltration.
FIVE-YEAR COST BREAKDOWN SCHEDULE:
Prior to
FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
2010
Planning and Design 54,000 54,000
Land
Construction 360,400 360,400
Miscellaneous
Other
TOTAL 54,000 360,400 414,400
FINANCING:
Prior to
FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
2010
Impact Fee Reserve 54,000 360,400 414,400
TOTAL 54,000 360,400 414,400
IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET:
Description Prior to 2010 FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
DRAFT Fiscal 2010 Capital Investment Plans 55
Page 57
LOCATION/AREA MAP PHOTO:
Lepore Road Pump Station Replacement
FISCAL YEAR S : 2011 - 2012
PROJECT NO: x
CATEGORY: Water/Wastewater
DEPARTMENT: Public Utilities - Wastewater Mgmt
DEPT. RANKING: 9
NEW PROJECT: No
PROJECT DESCRIPTION: An upgrade of this station was identified in the Wastewater Master Plan Technical Documents, and the current proposal is to
completely replace the aging station with a new Smith & Loveless Station. In addition, approximately 1,000 linear feet of gravity sewer main from Silver Mill
Apartments to the existing station.
NEED, JUSTIFICATION, BENEFIT: The existing pumps are over sized and inefficient. Therefore, new pumps will be sized for the correct capacity of the
wet well. The brick wet well is subject to the groundwater infiltration.
CONSEQUENCES OF DELAYING OR ELIMINATING THIS PROJECT: Delaying or eliminating this project would result in the continued deterioration
of the infrastructure necessitating the need for more extensive repairs in the future. Pump failure resulting in a sewage spill into waterways or backup in a
residence. Because of the age of the pump station, certain parts are no longer obtainable and replacement of equipment is costly.
THIS PROJECT IS RELATED TO THE FOLLOWING: N/A
EXPLANATION OF IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET: N/A
TIME-LINE/CURRENT STATUS: Design and bid in Fiscal Year 2011; construction in Fiscal Year 2012.
COMMENTS: This project will have a slight positive impact on our Inflow and Infiltration problem. In addition, $50,000 has been added for construction
inspection services.
FIVE-YEAR COST BREAKDOWN SCHEDULE:
Prior to
FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
2010
Planning and Design 70,000 70,000
Land
Construction 325,000 325,000
Miscellaneous
Other
TOTAL 70,000 325,000 395,000
FINANCING:
Prior to
FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
2010
Impact Fee Reserve 70,000 325,000 395,000
TOTAL 70,000 325,000 395,000
IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET:
Description Prior to 2010 FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
DRAFT Fiscal 2010 Capital Investment Plans 56
Page 58
LOCATION/AREA MAP PHOTO:
Baltray Pumping Station Replacement
FISCAL YEAR S : 2012 - 2013
PROJECT NO: x
CATEGORY: Water/Wastewater
DEPARTMENT: Public Utilities - Wastewater Mgmt
DEPT. RANKING: 7
NEW PROJECT: No
PROJECT DESCRIPTION: The proposed project includes the replacement of the grinder pumping station installed with the construction of the Baltray
Subdivision in 1988. The station is approaching its anticipated life expectancy of 20-25 years. The grinder pumps, rail system and electric controls will be
replaced.
NEED, JUSTIFICATION, BENEFIT: Replace the aging station with a completely new station to prevent the need for costly non budgeted repairs to
maintain operation.
CONSEQUENCES OF DELAYING OR ELIMINATING THIS PROJECT: Pump failure resulting in a sewage spill into waterways or backup in a
residence. Due to the age of the pump station, certain parts are no longer obtainable and replacement of equipment is costly.
THIS PROJECT IS RELATED TO THE FOLLOWING: N/A
EXPLANATION OF IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET: N/A
TIME-LINE/CURRENT STATUS: Design and bid equipment in FY 2012; construction in FY 2013.
COMMENTS: Grinder pumps require periodic repairs and replacement to maintain efficient operation. During previous pump removals, staff has noticed
leaking seals and instability in the rail system for the pumps due to corrosion.
FIVE-YEAR COST BREAKDOWN SCHEDULE:
Prior to
FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
2010
Planning and Design 45,000 45,000
Land
Construction 100,000 100,000
Miscellaneous
Other
TOTAL 45,000 100,000 145,000
FINANCING:
Prior to
FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
2010
Water/Wastewater Fund 45,000 100,000 145,000
TOTAL 45,000 100,000 145,000
IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET:
Description Prior to 2010 FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
DRAFT Fiscal 2010 Capital Investment Plans 57
Page 59
LOCATION/AREA MAP PHOTO:
Dover Brook Gardens Pump Station Upgrade
FISCAL YEAR S : 2012 - 2013
PROJECT NO: x
CATEGORY: Water/Wastewater
DEPARTMENT: Public Utilities - Wastewater Mgmt
DEPT. RANKING: 8
NEW PROJECT: No
PROJECT DESCRIPTION: This project would construct a force main priming loop to insure adequate back pressure is provided to the check valves to
maintain prime on the vacuum primed Smith & Loveless pumps and upgrade to maintain or increase capacity. The loop is to create a high point in the force
main above the pumps to provide a column of water against the check valves. The existing force main was originally installed with a constant slope away from
the station to the receiving gravity sewer manhole. The force main drains by gravity away from the check valves providing very little static water pressure to
hold check valves closed.
NEED, JUSTIFICATION, BENEFIT: Reduce maintenance time of cleaning check valves weekly and on-call or over time pay when the pumps lose prime
CONSEQUENCES OF DELAYING OR ELIMINATING THIS PROJECT: Pump failure resulting in a sewage spill into waterways or backup in a
residence. Because of the age of the pump station, certain parts are no longer obtainable and replacement of equipment is costly.
THIS PROJECT IS RELATED TO THE FOLLOWING: N/A
EXPLANATION OF IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET: N/A
TIME-LINE/CURRENT STATUS: Design and bid in FY 2012; construction in FY 2013.
COMMENTS: Staff has observed numerous high wet well alarms due pump loss of prime. Construction to be provided by in-house crew.
FIVE-YEAR COST BREAKDOWN SCHEDULE:
Prior to
FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
2010
Planning and Design 25,000 25,000
Land
Construction 50,000 50,000
Miscellaneous
Other
TOTAL 25,000 50,000 75,000
FINANCING:
Prior to
FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
2010
Water/Wastewater Fund 25,000 50,000 75,000
TOTAL 25,000 50,000 75,000
IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET:
Description Prior to 2010 FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
DRAFT Fiscal 2010 Capital Investment Plans 58
Page 60
LOCATION/AREA MAP PHOTO:
Rolling Acres Pumping Station Replacement
FISCAL YEAR S : 2012 - 2013
PROJECT NO: x
CATEGORY: Water/Wastewater
DEPARTMENT: Public Utilities - Wastewater Mgmt
DEPT. RANKING: 9
NEW PROJECT: No
PROJECT DESCRIPTION: This project calls for replacement of the Smith & Loveless package pumping station installed in 1973 in order to handle the
commercial areas from Harrington Realty Shopping Center to the Howard Johnson Hotel. The station has exceeded its life anticipated expectancy of 20-25
years and is in need of a capacity upgrade due to the high peak inflow rates.
NEED, JUSTIFICATION, BENEFIT: Replace the aged station with a completely new station to prevent the need for costly unbudgeted repairs to maintain
operation.
CONSEQUENCES OF DELAYING OR ELIMINATING THIS PROJECT: Pump failure resulting in a sewage spill into waterway or backup in a
residence. Due to the age of the station, certain parts are no longer obtainable and replacement of equipment is costly.
THIS PROJECT IS RELATED TO THE FOLLOWING: N/A
EXPLANATION OF IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET: N/A
TIME-LINE/CURRENT STATUS: Design and bid in FY 2012; construction in FY 2013.
COMMENTS: This station experiences periods of high inflow rates due to the hotel occupancey and is susceptible to possible inflow/infiltration. Staff has
observed numerous pump high wet well alarms due to high inflows and increased runtimes during wet months.
FIVE-YEAR COST BREAKDOWN SCHEDULE:
Prior to
FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
2010
Planning and Design 56,000 56,000
Land
Construction 373,000 373,000
Miscellaneous
Other
TOTAL 56,000 373,000 429,000
FINANCING:
Prior to
FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
2010
Water/Wastewater Fund 56,000 373,000 429,000
TOTAL 56,000 373,000 429,000
IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET:
Description Prior to 2010 FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
DRAFT Fiscal 2010 Capital Investment Plans 59
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LOCATION/AREA MAP PHOTO:
McKee Road Pumping Station Communator
Replacement
FISCAL YEAR S : 2012 - 2013
PROJECT NO: x
CATEGORY: Water/Wastewater
DEPARTMENT: Public Utilities - Wastewater Mgmt
DEPT. RANKING: 10
NEW PROJECT: No
PROJECT DESCRIPTION: The proposed project includes the replacement of the communator at the influent line to the pumping station installed in 1995.
This acts as a screen/grinder at the influent side of the station cutting or stopping large debris from entering the wet well and clogging the pumps. The
communator motor has run 24/7 since the initial startup of the pumping station.
NEED, JUSTIFICATION, BENEFIT: Replace the aging equipment to prevent the need for costly unbudgeted repairs to maintain operation.
CONSEQUENCES OF DELAYING OR ELIMINATING THIS PROJECT: Unbudgeted costly repairs to communator and damage to a pump when
failure occurs. Pump failure resulting in a sewage spill into waterways or backup in a residence. Because of the age of the pump station, certain parts are no
longer obtainable and replacement of equipment is costly.
THIS PROJECT IS RELATED TO THE FOLLOWING: N/A
EXPLANATION OF IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET: N/A
TIME-LINE/CURRENT STATUS: Design and bid in FY 2012; construction in FY 2013.
COMMENTS: None
FIVE-YEAR COST BREAKDOWN SCHEDULE:
Prior to
FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
2010
Planning and Design 25,000 25,000
Land
Construction 45,000 45,000
Miscellaneous
Other
TOTAL 25,000 45,000 70,000
FINANCING:
Prior to
FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
2010
Water/Wastewater Fund 25,000 45,000 70,000
TOTAL 25,000 45,000 70,000
IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET:
Description Prior to 2010 FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
DRAFT Fiscal 2010 Capital Investment Plans 60
Page 62
LOCATION/AREA MAP PHOTO:
Delaware Tech Pumping Station Replacement
FISCAL YEAR S : 2013 - 2014
PROJECT NO: x
CATEGORY: Water/Wastewater
DEPARTMENT: Public Utilities - Wastewater Mgmt
DEPT. RANKING: 8
NEW PROJECT: No
PROJECT DESCRIPTION: The proposed project includes the replacement of the Smith & Loveless package capsular pumping station and wet well
replacement/relocation installed in 1975. The below-grade capsular station will be replaced with a wet well mounted package pumping station eliminating a
confined space entry requirement. The station is located at the rear of the Delaware Tech campus on the corner of Scarborough Road and Crawford Carroll
Avenue. The station has exceeded its anticipated life expectancy of 20-25 years.
NEED, JUSTIFICATION, BENEFIT: Replace the aged station with a completely new station to prevent the need for costly unbudgeted repairs to maintain
operation.
CONSEQUENCES OF DELAYING OR ELIMINATING THIS PROJECT: Pump failure resulting in a sewage spill into waterways or backup in a
residence. Because of the age of the pump station, certain parts are no longer obtainable and replacement of equipment is costly.
THIS PROJECT IS RELATED TO THE FOLLOWING: Route 13 Interceptor Sewer, and the Kent County Central Transmission Bypass (CTB).
EXPLANATION OF IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET: N/A
TIME-LINE/CURRENT STATUS: Design and bid in FY 2013; construction in FY 2014.
COMMENTS: This station was installed by Kent County to serve the Delaware Tech and Delaware State University campuses in the mid 1970s and
transferred to the City in the late 1990s. The pumping station handles the Delaware Tech Terry Campus complex.
FIVE-YEAR COST BREAKDOWN SCHEDULE:
Prior to
FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
2010
Planning and Design 58,000 58,000
Land
Construction 416,800 416,800
Miscellaneous
Other
TOTAL 58,000 416,800 474,800
FINANCING:
Prior to
FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
2010
Water/Wastewater Fund 58,000 416,800 474,800
TOTAL 58,000 416,800 474,800
IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET:
Description Prior to 2010 FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
DRAFT Fiscal 2010 Capital Investment Plans 61
Page 63
LOCATION/AREA MAP PHOTO:
Westover Pumping Station and Force Main
Upgrade
FISCAL YEAR S : 2013 - 2014
PROJECT NO: x
CATEGORY: Water/Wastewater
DEPARTMENT: Public Utilities - Wastewater Mgmt
DEPT. RANKING: 9
NEW PROJECT: No
PROJECT DESCRIPTION: The proposed project includes the upgrade of the Smith & Loveless pumping station and force main installed in 1994. The
pump station's available capacity will be consumed with the build out of the Village of Cannon Mills and will be in need of additional capacity in order to be
able receive additional flow from the west. The project will include replacement of interior six inch suction and discharge piping with eight-inch pipe, upgrade
1,400 feet of six-inch force main to 12-inch diameter pipe from the station to Electric Avenue.
NEED, JUSTIFICATION, BENEFIT: Provide adequate capacity to receive additional sewage flow from the immediate vicinity due to development and
annexation.
CONSEQUENCES OF DELAYING OR ELIMINATING THIS PROJECT: Possible pipe rupture due to high head pressures and water hammer. A
rupture could cause the station to flood, damaging the motors and controls or spilling raw sewage into the Puncheon Run stream.
THIS PROJECT IS RELATED TO THE FOLLOWING: Comprehensive Plan Update.
EXPLANATION OF IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET: N/A
TIME-LINE/CURRENT STATUS: Design and bid in FY 2013; construction in FY 2014.
COMMENTS: None
FIVE-YEAR COST BREAKDOWN SCHEDULE:
Prior to
FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
2010
Planning and Design 85,000 85,000
Land
Construction 493,600 493,600
Miscellaneous
Other
TOTAL 85,000 493,600 578,600
FINANCING:
Prior to
FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
2010
Water/Wastewater Fund 85,000 493,600 578,600
TOTAL 85,000 493,600 578,600
IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET:
Description Prior to 2010 FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
DRAFT Fiscal 2010 Capital Investment Plans 62
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LOCATION/AREA MAP PHOTO:
Turnberry Force Main Redirect
FISCAL YEAR S : 2013 - 2014
PROJECT NO: x
CATEGORY: Water/Wastewater
DEPARTMENT: Public Utilities - Wastewater Mgmt
DEPT. RANKING: 10
NEW PROJECT: No
PROJECT DESCRIPTION: This project will redirect the sanitary sewage handled by the Turnberry Pumping Station to the McKee Pumping Station
drainage basin where it can be re-pumped into the Central Transmission Bypass(CTB). Project consists of approximately 6,000 linear feet of eight-inch force
main from the Turnberry Station to Mudstone Interceptor in the Maidstone Subdivision at the intersection of Denney's and Kenton Roads. The project will
require a rotating assembly change to increase the motor horsepower and pump rate.
NEED, JUSTIFICATION, BENEFIT: To provide adequate pump rates to meet the demand of new development in this basin and minimize backups in the
receiving gravity sewers, the high flows added need to be redirected. This allows for more efficient utilization of the McKee Pumping Station and reduces the
chance of a backup of sewer into basements due to the current layout.
CONSEQUENCES OF DELAYING OR ELIMINATING THIS PROJECT: Continued stress on the Walker Road pumping station.
THIS PROJECT IS RELATED TO THE FOLLOWING: This project is in line with the Kent County Central Transmission Bypass (KCCTB) project to
redirect flows away from the Downtown drainage basin and Kent County Pumping Station #2.
EXPLANATION OF IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET: N/A
TIME-LINE/CURRENT STATUS: Design and bid in FY 2013; construction in FY 2014.
COMMENTS: This project is primarily dependent of the development in this area. The receiving sewer downstream of the Turnberry Station is nearing
capacity with the increased discharges within the Turnberry collection basin.
FIVE-YEAR COST BREAKDOWN SCHEDULE:
Prior to
FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
2010
Planning and Design 45,000 45,000
Land
Construction 461,000 461,000
Miscellaneous
Other
TOTAL 45,000 461,000 506,000
FINANCING:
Prior to
FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
2010
Water/Wastewater Fund 45,000 461,000 506,000
TOTAL 45,000 461,000 506,000
IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET:
Description Prior to 2010 FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
DRAFT Fiscal 2010 Capital Investment Plans 63
Page 65
LOCATION/AREA MAP PHOTO:
Lakeview Drive Pumping Station Replacement
FISCAL YEAR S : 2014 - 2014
PROJECT NO: x
CATEGORY: Water/Wastewater
DEPARTMENT: Public Utilities - Wastewater Mgmt
DEPT. RANKING: 7
NEW PROJECT: Yes
PROJECT DESCRIPTION: This project calls for replacement of the Smith & Loveless package pumping station installed in 1971. The station has
exceeded its life anticipated expectancy of 20-25 years and is need of a capacity upgrade due to high peak inflow rates.
NEED, JUSTIFICATION, BENEFIT: Replace the aged station with a completely new station to prevent the need for costly unbudgeted repairs to maintain
operation.
CONSEQUENCES OF DELAYING OR ELIMINATING THIS PROJECT: Pump failure resulting in a sewage spill into waterway or backup in a
residence. Due to the age of the station, certain parts are no longer obtainable and replacement of equipment is costly.
THIS PROJECT IS RELATED TO THE FOLLOWING: N/A
EXPLANATION OF IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET: N/A
TIME-LINE/CURRENT STATUS: Design and bid in FY 2014, construction in FY 2015.
COMMENTS: This station is located within the roadway of Lakeview Drive. The design portion of this project is to address the relocation of this station.
FIVE-YEAR COST BREAKDOWN SCHEDULE:
Prior to
FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
2010
Planning and Design 46,600 46,600
Land
Construction 336,400 336,400
Miscellaneous
Other
TOTAL 46,600 336,400 383,000
FINANCING:
Prior to
FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
2010
Water/Wastewater Fund 46,600 336,400 383,000
TOTAL 46,600 336,400 383,000
IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET:
Description Prior to 2010 FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
DRAFT Fiscal 2010 Capital Investment Plans 64
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LOCATION/AREA MAP PHOTO:
Schoolview Pumping Station Force Main
Redirect
FISCAL YEAR S : 2014 - 2014
PROJECT NO: x
CATEGORY: Water/Wastewater
DEPARTMENT: Public Utilities - Wastewater Mgmt
DEPT. RANKING: 8
NEW PROJECT: Yes
PROJECT DESCRIPTION: This project was identified in the Wastewater Master Plan Technical Documents and will reroute approximately 2,500 linear
feet of 6-inch force main exiting the Schoolview Pumping Station.
NEED, JUSTIFICATION, BENEFIT:
CONSEQUENCES OF DELAYING OR ELIMINATING THIS PROJECT: Delaying or eliminating this project would result in continued stress on the
Schoolview Pumping Station in addition to increased costs for the upgrades to the Schoolview Pumping Station.
THIS PROJECT IS RELATED TO THE FOLLOWING:
EXPLANATION OF IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET: N/A
TIME-LINE/CURRENT STATUS: Design and bid in FY 2014, construction in FY 2015.
COMMENTS: Rerouting of the force main will allow for the Schoolview Pumping Station to function through the 20-year planning period outlined in the 1999
Wastewater Plan Technical Documents. Current alignment proposal will utilize road right-of-way to minimize need for private easements.
FIVE-YEAR COST BREAKDOWN SCHEDULE:
Prior to
FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
2010
Planning and Design 40,000 40,000
Land
Construction 100,000 100,000
Miscellaneous
Other
TOTAL 40,000 100,000 140,000
FINANCING:
Prior to
FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
2010
Water/Wastewater Fund 40,000 100,000 140,000
TOTAL 40,000 100,000 140,000
IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET:
Description Prior to 2010 FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
DRAFT Fiscal 2010 Capital Investment Plans 65
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LOCATION/AREA MAP PHOTO:
Silver Lake Pumping Station
Replacement/Upgrade
FISCAL YEAR S : 2014 - 2014
PROJECT NO: x
CATEGORY: Water/Wastewater
DEPARTMENT: Public Utilities - Wastewater Mgmt
DEPT. RANKING: 9
NEW PROJECT: Yes
PROJECT DESCRIPTION: This project calls for replacement or upgrade of the Smith & Loveless package pumping station installed in 1982 in order to
handle development in the area. The station has exceeded its life expectancy of 20-25 years and is in need of a capacity upgrade.
NEED, JUSTIFICATION, BENEFIT: Replace/upgrade the aged station with a completely new station to prevent the need for costly unbudgeted repairs to
maintain operation.
CONSEQUENCES OF DELAYING OR ELIMINATING THIS PROJECT: Pump failure resulting in a sewage spill into waterways or backup in a
residence. Because of the age of the pump station, certain parts are no longer obtainable and replacement of equipment is costly.
THIS PROJECT IS RELATED TO THE FOLLOWING: N/A
EXPLANATION OF IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET: N/A
TIME-LINE/CURRENT STATUS: Design and bid in FY 2014, construction in FY 2015.
COMMENTS: None
FIVE-YEAR COST BREAKDOWN SCHEDULE:
Prior to
FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
2010
Planning and Design 77,000 77,000
Land
Construction 359,125 359,125
Miscellaneous
Other
TOTAL 77,000 359,125 436,125
FINANCING:
Prior to
FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
2010
Water/Wastewater Fund 77,000 359,125 436,125
TOTAL 77,000 359,125 436,125
IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET:
Description Prior to 2010 FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
DRAFT Fiscal 2010 Capital Investment Plans 66
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LOCATION/AREA MAP PHOTO:
Remote Control and Monitor Wells
FISCAL YEAR S : 2009 - 2010
PROJECT NO: WD0802
CATEGORY: Water/Wastewater
DEPARTMENT: Public Utilities - Water Mgmt
DEPT. RANKING: 3
NEW PROJECT: No
PROJECT DESCRIPTION: This project, identified in the 2006 Water Master Plan Update, would provide SCADA system and monitoring upgrades for the
production wells.
NEED, JUSTIFICATION, BENEFIT: This project will provide SCADA System and monitoring upgrades to improve accuracy, totalization, compatibility, and
monitoring ability with SCADA system. This project will also improve VFD control and increase the ability to comply with reporting requirements.
CONSEQUENCES OF DELAYING OR ELIMINATING THIS PROJECT: Delaying or eliminating this project would result in the continuation of less
than adequate control of wells and monitoring ability.
THIS PROJECT IS RELATED TO THE FOLLOWING: N/A
EXPLANATION OF IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET: N/A
TIME-LINE/CURRENT STATUS: Tentative schedule: Implementation in Fiscal Year 2010
COMMENTS:
FIVE-YEAR COST BREAKDOWN SCHEDULE:
Prior to
FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
2010
Planning and Design
Land
Construction
Miscellaneous 139,700 55,000 194,700
Other
TOTAL 139,700 55,000 194,700
FINANCING:
Prior to
FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
2010
Water/Wastewater Fund 139,700 139,700
Capital Asset Reserve 55,000 55,000
TOTAL 139,700 55,000 194,700
IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET:
Description Prior to 2010 FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
DRAFT Fiscal 2010 Capital Investment Plans 67
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LOCATION/AREA MAP PHOTO:
Water Quality Improvements
FISCAL YEAR S : 2009 - 2014
PROJECT NO: Misc
CATEGORY: Water/Wastewater
DEPARTMENT: Public Utilities - Water Mgmt
DEPT. RANKING: 4
NEW PROJECT: No
PROJECT DESCRIPTION: This project was first identified by staff and the 2006 Water Master Plan Update, and has since become further refined with the
Fiscal Year 2006 Water Quality Evaluation. Projects to be included under this category primarily consist of additional water system monitoring, replacement or
relining of old unlined cast iron water main within the City's water distribution system; system upgrades to improve system control; and utilization of a
consultant to provide additional design and evaluation services, as needed. Recent research and data collections have produced a Water Line Rehabilitation
Priority List, based on several criterion to identify water mains that are in need of replacement or relining. Pipes will be upgraded according to the severity of
the pipe condition, as well as coordination with the City of Dover’s Public Services Street Rehabilitation Program.
NEED, JUSTIFICATION, BENEFIT: Water quality complaints have eroded consumer confidence in the City's water supply as the water is perceived to be
aesthetically unpleasant. In order to reduce complaints and potentially alleviate this problem, it is necessary to implement the improvements identified by staff,
the 2006 Water Master Plan Update, and the Fiscal Year 2006 Water Quality Evaluation.
CONSEQUENCES OF DELAYING OR ELIMINATING THIS PROJECT: Delaying or eliminating this project will prolong customer dissatisfaction and
further erode confidence in the City's water supply. In addition, main rehabilitation and replacement, ensuring pipes do not significantly exceed the expected
life cylce, is critical to provide a reliable supply of water for our customers and for fire suppression, water leaks and breaks on older lines can have a significant
impact on our ability to serve over time.
THIS PROJECT IS RELATED TO THE FOLLOWING: N/A
EXPLANATION OF IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET: Addressing the brown water and associated water quality concerns of the City's water
system will not only require capital improvements to the system but also operational changes. Some operation changes will result in no net effect on the
operating budget, while others will need to be addressed in the development of future operating budgets. Such items include tools and supplies necessary to
improve system sampling and monitoring as well as tools and supplies necessary to improve system-wide flushing operations.
TIME-LINE/CURRENT STATUS: The primary Water Quality Improvement project completed to date consists of the replacement of unlined eight-inch and
fourteen-inch cast iron pipe in Division Street between State Street and Bayard Avenue. In Fiscal Year 2008 and Fiscal Year 2009, the deep well contact
chamber designs were completed and installation completed. Operational efforts,such as flushing, will occur on a continuous basis.
COMMENTS: As part of the water quality waterline rehabilitation priority program, water lines were identified throughout the City that require
replacement/relining. Using this as a guide the following water line rehabilitation projects are scheduled for Fiscal Year 2010: North Pennsylvania Ave.,
Madison St., Rodney Rd., American Avenue Ext., Hazel Rd., Smith St., Maryland Ave., US Route 13, Greenhill Road, Bayard Avenue, Bayard Avenue Alley,
Walker Road Design, and Loockerman Street Design. In some cases it may only be portions of the streets that require replacement; we have not differentiated
that within this listing. If a street is added to the City’s street program that was not anticipated we may defer one of the listed projects to address that street
before it is repaved.
FIVE-YEAR COST BREAKDOWN SCHEDULE:
Prior to
FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
2010
Planning and Design 625,000 400,000 500,000 450,000 600,000 400,000 350,000 3,325,000
Land 240,000 240,000
Construction 1,987,000 2,404,600 2,697,100 2,931,100 2,633,500 3,036,900 2,806,900 18,497,100
Miscellaneous
Other
TOTAL 2,852,000 2,804,600 3,197,100 3,381,100 3,233,500 3,436,900 3,156,900 22,062,100
FINANCING:
Prior to
FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
2010
Water/Wastewater Fund 1,265,000 3,197,100 3,381,100 3,233,500 3,436,900 3,156,900 17,670,500
Bond Financing 1,587,000 2,804,600 4,391,600
TOTAL 2,852,000 2,804,600 3,197,100 3,381,100 3,233,500 3,436,900 3,156,900 22,062,100
IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET:
DRAFT Fiscal 2010 Capital Investment Plans 68
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Description Prior to 2010 FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
DRAFT Fiscal 2010 Capital Investment Plans 69
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LOCATION/AREA MAP PHOTO:
Miscellaneous Distribution System
Improvements
FISCAL YEAR S : 2010 - 2014
PROJECT NO: WD0903
CATEGORY: Water/Wastewater
DEPARTMENT: Public Utilities - Water Mgmt
DEPT. RANKING: 1
NEW PROJECT: No
PROJECT DESCRIPTION: This project will primarily address major emergency water line repairs. In addition, it also eliminates hydraulically inefficient
water mains throughout the City by interconnecting dead ends with existing mains already in place, removing bottlenecks within the system, and installing
improvements identified by the flushing program. These funds can also be used to partner with private developers to oversize future mains to meet the long
term goals of the utility.
NEED, JUSTIFICATION, BENEFIT: Due to the age of the water system, it can be expected that water lines will break resulting in expense to repair the
main. In addition, existing dead end mains and bottlenecks do not provide adequate circulation within the water system. The result is stagnant water which
continually produces complaints from residents. Implementing improvements identified by the flushing program will aide in improved operational control of the
system. Missing opportunities to oversize strategic mains will result in higher construction costs in the future.
CONSEQUENCES OF DELAYING OR ELIMINATING THIS PROJECT: Delaying or eliminating this project would result in reduced ability to properly
address breaks, continued complaints from customers and residents regarding water quality and missed opportunities to expand the transmission and
distribution system.
THIS PROJECT IS RELATED TO THE FOLLOWING: N/A
EXPLANATION OF IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET: N/A
TIME-LINE/CURRENT STATUS: This is an ongoing annual program. We identify, plan, and construct improvements each year and address emergency
repairs as they occur.
COMMENTS: Emergency repairs are typically performed by private contractors. Work on planned projects will be done using in house construction, and
costs are for materials used to make water main improvements only. All costs for over sizing will be paid to private developers through negotiated cost and
public utilities agreements.
FIVE-YEAR COST BREAKDOWN SCHEDULE:
Prior to
FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
2010
Planning and Design
Land
Construction 393,948 65,000 70,000 75,000 80,000 85,000 90,000 858,948
Miscellaneous
Other
TOTAL 393,948 65,000 70,000 75,000 80,000 85,000 90,000 858,948
FINANCING:
Prior to
FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
2010
Impact Fee Reserve 393,948 65,000 70,000 75,000 80,000 85,000 90,000 858,948
TOTAL 393,948 65,000 70,000 75,000 80,000 85,000 90,000 858,948
IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET:
Description Prior to 2010 FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
DRAFT Fiscal 2010 Capital Investment Plans 70
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LOCATION/AREA MAP PHOTO:
Wellhead Redevelopment Program
FISCAL YEAR S : 2010 - 2014
PROJECT NO: WD0801
CATEGORY: Water/Wastewater
DEPARTMENT: Public Utilities - Water Mgmt
DEPT. RANKING: 2
NEW PROJECT: No
PROJECT DESCRIPTION: This project will provide for rehabilitation and repair of each deep wellhead in an effort to maintain operations and/or increase
the yield of each well as it relates to the permitted allocation.
NEED, JUSTIFICATION, BENEFIT: The well screening and gravel pack requires cleaning over time due to a buildup of mineral deposits and foreign
materials such as clay and silt. This maintenance effort is critical to ensure that production can continue to meet demand. It is also necessary to maintain the
operational aspects of each well and provide repairs as needed to minimize downtime to maintain system capacity.
CONSEQUENCES OF DELAYING OR ELIMINATING THIS PROJECT: Delaying or eliminating this project would result in the continued deterioration
of the well screen, gravel pack, and well yield over time. It would also result in increased well downtime and emergency repairs and decreased capacity.
These issues can lead to increased flow pattern changes and water quality concerns.
THIS PROJECT IS RELATED TO THE FOLLOWING: N/A
EXPLANATION OF IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET: Improved operating efficiencies at the wellhead will slightly reduce power costs, but this
savings has not been quantified.
TIME-LINE/CURRENT STATUS: This is an ongoing annual program. Fiscal Year 2010: Wells #2 (motor and redevelop), #10 (motor) and #14 (pump,
motor and redevelop)are scheduled to be complete.
COMMENTS: Fiscal Year 2005: Wells #8, #10 and #11 were completed. Fiscal Year 2006: Wells #2 and #6 were completed. Fiscal Year 2008: total well
inspection and testing performed. Fiscal Year 2009: Motors at Wells #6A and #9 were rebuilt, and wells #13R and #15 were redeveloped.
FIVE-YEAR COST BREAKDOWN SCHEDULE:
Prior to
FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
2010
Planning and Design
Land
Construction 280,962 55,000 60,000 65,000 70,000 75,000 80,000 685,962
Miscellaneous
Other
TOTAL 280,962 55,000 60,000 65,000 70,000 75,000 80,000 685,962
FINANCING:
Prior to
FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
2010
Water/Wastewater Fund 280,962 55,000 60,000 65,000 70,000 75,000 80,000 685,962
TOTAL 280,962 55,000 60,000 65,000 70,000 75,000 80,000 685,962
IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET:
Description Prior to 2010 FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
DRAFT Fiscal 2010 Capital Investment Plans 71
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LOCATION/AREA MAP PHOTO:
Piney Point Well
FISCAL YEAR S : 2010 - 2011
PROJECT NO: WD0805
CATEGORY: Water/Wastewater
DEPARTMENT: Public Utilities - Water Mgmt
DEPT. RANKING: 5
NEW PROJECT: No
PROJECT DESCRIPTION: This project, identified by staff and confirmed by the 2006 Water Master Plan Update, proposes the drilling of a new Piney
Point Aquifer Production Well to increase production capacity up to our current permitted allocation as well as increase system pressure and stabilize the
chlorine residuals of the City.
NEED, JUSTIFICATION, BENEFIT: A reduction in long-term yield from our Piney Point Well is causing a greater reliance on our more costly aquifers.
CONSEQUENCES OF DELAYING OR ELIMINATING THIS PROJECT: Delaying or eliminating this project would result in the continued reduction in
our production capabilities under our permitted allocation, as well as our ability to meet projected demand increases.
THIS PROJECT IS RELATED TO THE FOLLOWING: 1.0 MG Elevated Water Storage Tank
EXPLANATION OF IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET: N/A
TIME-LINE/CURRENT STATUS: Planning occured in Fiscal Year 2008. Design and site procurement occured in Fiscal Year 2009. Construction to be
completed in Fiscal Year 2010.
COMMENTS: The specific location of a proposed wellhead has not been determined at this time. The location will be selected with the assistance of a
consultant and through exploratory drilling. In addition, the yield from a new production well may allow us to abandon some of our poorly performing wells.
Costs identified in the 2004 Water Master Plan Update have been increased based upon 3.5 percent per year. Land costs are based upon the need of 1/2
acre of land for the project.
FIVE-YEAR COST BREAKDOWN SCHEDULE:
Prior to
FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
2010
Planning and Design 95,000 95,000
Land 120,000 120,000
Construction 450,000 450,000
Miscellaneous
Other
TOTAL 215,000 450,000 665,000
FINANCING:
Prior to
FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
2010
Bond Financing 215,000 450,000 665,000
TOTAL 215,000 450,000 665,000
IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET:
Description Prior to 2010 FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
DRAFT Fiscal 2010 Capital Investment Plans 72
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LOCATION/AREA MAP PHOTO:
1.0 MG Elevated Water Storage Tower
FISCAL YEAR S : 2010 - 2011
PROJECT NO: WD0804
CATEGORY: Water/Wastewater
DEPARTMENT: Public Utilities - Water Mgmt
DEPT. RANKING: 6
NEW PROJECT: No
PROJECT DESCRIPTION: The proposed project, identified by staff and confirmed by the 2006 Water Master Plan Update, will construct a new 1.0 million
gallon elevated storage tank within the distribution system.
NEED, JUSTIFICATION, BENEFIT: This project was determined necessary by the 2006 Water Mater Plan update in order to meet future storage volume
requirements based upon demands and to aid in reducing low pressure areas and enhance fire supression capability.
CONSEQUENCES OF DELAYING OR ELIMINATING THIS PROJECT: The City's western and southern territories will experience pressure
fluctuations due to changes in demand. In addition, fire suppression measures could be affected.
THIS PROJECT IS RELATED TO THE FOLLOWING: Piney Point Well.
EXPLANATION OF IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET: The impact on the operating budget has not been analyzed at this time.
TIME-LINE/CURRENT STATUS: Planning occured in Fiscal Year 2008. Design and site procurement occured in Fiscal Year 2009. Construction is
planned for Fiscal Year 2010.
COMMENTS: Original project costs were provided in the 2006 Water Master Plan based upon 2005 dollars. Out year costs have been increased by 3.5
percent per year. Contractual services will be required to assist with planning, design and site selection and land aquisition and to perform construction. Land
costs are based upon the estimated need of one (1) acre of land for the project.
FIVE-YEAR COST BREAKDOWN SCHEDULE:
Prior to
FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
2010
Planning and Design 150,000 150,000
Land 600,000 600,000
Construction 2,590,000 2,590,000
Miscellaneous
Other
TOTAL 750,000 2,590,000 3,340,000
FINANCING:
Prior to
FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
2010
Water/Wastewater Fund 55,000 55,000
Bond Financing 695,000 2,590,000 3,285,000
TOTAL 750,000 2,590,000 3,340,000
IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET:
Description Prior to 2010 FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
DRAFT Fiscal 2010 Capital Investment Plans 73
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LOCATION/AREA MAP PHOTO:
Emergency Generators (Wells)
FISCAL YEAR : 2012
PROJECT NO: x
CATEGORY: Water/Wastewater
DEPARTMENT: Public Utilities - Water Mgmt
DEPT. RANKING: 4
NEW PROJECT: No
PROJECT DESCRIPTION: This project, identified in the 2006 Water Master Plan Update, would provide emergency generators for production wells.
NEED, JUSTIFICATION, BENEFIT: This project will provide emergency power to wells for continued water production and reliability in the event of power
disruptions or other emergencies.
CONSEQUENCES OF DELAYING OR ELIMINATING THIS PROJECT: Delaying or eliminating this project would result in reduced or suspended
water service in the event of power disruptions or other emergencies.
THIS PROJECT IS RELATED TO THE FOLLOWING: Remote Control and Monitor Wells, Water Quality
EXPLANATION OF IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET: N/A
TIME-LINE/CURRENT STATUS: Portable or fixed generators are currently not available to most of the deep wells. The Water Treatment Plant is
equipped with a fixed generator.
COMMENTS: Provision of standby generators at each well facility was recommended in the 2006 Water Master Plan Update with original project estimates
based upon 2005 dollars. Out year costs have been increased at 3.5 percent per year. Additional funding resources such as Homeland Security funding, may
become available for this program. (The generator located at Well #10 was purchased with Homeland Security funding.)
FIVE-YEAR COST BREAKDOWN SCHEDULE:
Prior to
FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
2010
Planning and Design
Land
Construction
Miscellaneous 140,000 150,000 290,000
Other
TOTAL 140,000 150,000 290,000
FINANCING:
Prior to
FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
2010
Homeland Security Grant 140,000 150,000 290,000
TOTAL 140,000 150,000 290,000
IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET:
Description Prior to 2010 FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
DRAFT Fiscal 2010 Capital Investment Plans 74
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LOCATION/AREA MAP PHOTO:
Water Treatment Plant Process Improvements
FISCAL YEAR S : 2013 - 2014
PROJECT NO: x
CATEGORY: Water/Wastewater
DEPARTMENT: Public Utilities - Water Mgmt
DEPT. RANKING: 4
NEW PROJECT: No
PROJECT DESCRIPTION: This project, identified in the 2006 Water Master Plan Update, proposes process improvements to the existing Water Treatment
Plant. Due to limitations with the Ozone Contactors, the capacity at the Water Treatment Plant is limited to 4.0 Million Gallons per Day from the 5.0 Million
Gallons per Day orginally designed. A consultant will be utilized to determine the best means and improvements necessary to increase the capacity. This
project is to be performed in conjunction with the future Columbia Well installation.
NEED, JUSTIFICATION, BENEFIT: Process improvements will allow for capacity enhancements as well as improved ability to meet regulatory
requirements.
CONSEQUENCES OF DELAYING OR ELIMINATING THIS PROJECT: Delaying or eliminating this project can result in production capacity
decreases and/or regulartory incompliance.
THIS PROJECT IS RELATED TO THE FOLLOWING: Future Columbia Well installation.
EXPLANATION OF IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET: N/A
TIME-LINE/CURRENT STATUS: Planning is proposed for Fiscal Year 2013. Construction to begin in Fiscal Year 2014.
COMMENTS:
FIVE-YEAR COST BREAKDOWN SCHEDULE:
Prior to
FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
2010
Planning and Design 75,000 75,000
Land
Construction 171,200 171,200
Miscellaneous
Other
TOTAL 75,000 171,200 246,200
FINANCING:
Prior to
FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
2010
Water/Wastewater Fund 75,000 171,200 246,200
TOTAL 75,000 171,200 246,200
IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET:
Description Prior to 2010 FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
DRAFT Fiscal 2010 Capital Investment Plans 75
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LOCATION/AREA MAP PHOTO:
Future Columbia Well Installation
FISCAL YEAR S : 2013 - 2014
PROJECT NO: x
CATEGORY: Water/Wastewater
DEPARTMENT: Public Utilities - Water Mgmt
DEPT. RANKING: 5
NEW PROJECT: No
PROJECT DESCRIPTION: This project, identified by staff and confirmed by the 2006 Water Master Plan Update, proposes the drilling of new shallow wells
to increase production capacity at the Water Treatment Plant to design levels of 5.0 Million Gallons per Day. This project is to be completed in conjunction with
the Water Treatment Plant process improvements.
NEED, JUSTIFICATION, BENEFIT: To meet increased water demand and fire supression requirements.
CONSEQUENCES OF DELAYING OR ELIMINATING THIS PROJECT: Delaying or eliminating this project would result in the continued reduction in
our production capabilities.
THIS PROJECT IS RELATED TO THE FOLLOWING: N/A
EXPLANATION OF IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET: N/A
TIME-LINE/CURRENT STATUS: Planning is proposed for Fiscal Year 2013. Design and site procurement are planned for Fiscal Year 2014. Construction
to be completed in Fiscal Year 2015.
COMMENTS: The specific location of a proposed wellhead has not been determined at this time. The location will be selected with the assistance of a
consultant during the planning and design phase. In addition, the yield from a new production well may allow us to abandon some of our poorly performing
wells. Costs identified in the 2006 Water Master Plan Update have been increased based upon 3.5 percent per year. Land costs are based upon the need of
1/2 acre of land for the project.
FIVE-YEAR COST BREAKDOWN SCHEDULE:
Prior to
FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
2010
Planning and Design 25,000 98,800 123,800
Land 72,600 72,600
Construction 408,900 408,900
Miscellaneous
Other
TOTAL 25,000 171,400 408,900 605,300
FINANCING:
Prior to
FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
2010
Water/Wastewater Fund 25,000 171,400 408,900 605,300
TOTAL 25,000 171,400 408,900 605,300
IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET:
Description Prior to 2010 FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 After 2014 TOTAL
DRAFT Fiscal 2010 Capital Investment Plans 76
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Memorandum
Office of the City Manager
PO Box 475
Dover, DE 19903
Phone: (302) 736-7005
FAX: (302) 736-7002
E-mail tdeprima@dover.de.us
To: Utility Committee Members
From: Anthony J. DePrima, AICP, ICMA-CM
City Manager
Date: April 1, 2009
Subject: Use of Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant Funds
The City of Dover was recently informed that it is eligible for Energy Efficiency and
Conservation Block Grant formula funding. Based on the formula, Dover can receive $180,400
and applications are due by June 25, 2009. The staff is seeking guidance on use of these funds.
The purpose of the program is to implement strategies to reduce fossil fuel emissions, total
energy use, and improve energy efficiency in all sectors. The success of the program will be
measured by the following: jobs created and/or retained; energy savings on a per dollar invested
basis; renewable energy capacity installed; and greenhouse gas emissions reduced.
Specific activities that are eligible are listed as follows:
• Development of an Energy Efficiency and Conservation Strategy and Technical
Consultant Services to Assist in the Development of such a Strategy.
• Residential and Commercial Building Energy Audits.
• Financial Incentive Programs and Mechanisms for Energy Efficiency Improvements such
as Energy Savings Performance Contracting, On-bill Financing, and Revolving Loan
Funds.
• Grants to Nonprofit Organizations and Governmental Agencies for the Purpose of
Performing Energy Efficiency Retrofits.
• Energy Efficiency and Conservation Programs for Buildings and Facilities.
• Development and Implementation of Transportation Programs to Conserve Energy.
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• Building Codes and Inspections to Promote Building Energy Efficiency.
• Energy Distribution Technologies that Significantly Increase Energy Efficiency include
the following: Distributed Resources, Combined Heat and Power, and District Heating
and Cooling Systems.
• Material Conservation Programs Including Source Reduction, Recycling, and Recycled
Content Procurement Programs that Lead to Increases in Energy Efficiency.
• Reduction and Capture of Methane and Greenhouse Gases generated by Landfills or
Similar Waste-related Sources.
• Energy Efficient Traffic Signals and Street Lighting.
• Renewable Energy Technologies on Government Buildings.
I am recommending applying for three programs as follows:
• Solar PV project located on the roof of the McKee Run power plant. This project has
already been bid out and the cost would be $65,000. I cannot call it shovel ready since
it’s on a roof, but in the spirit of the Stimulus Bill it is ready to go.
• We have been analyzing the cost of a demonstration project that would install LED street
lights. We will have a pricing and location of this at the meeting.
• Latest the remaining funds we would like to use on building and equipment conservation
measures on city owned buildings. For example, replacing pumps at wells and lift
stations with more energy efficient models. We will have a pricing of this at the meeting.
Since it is only $180,400 we would discourage any use that has high administrative costs such as
grants to other non-profits and financing programs. In addition, there is a great deal of money
coming forward through the State Energy Office for home energy audits, weatherization
programs, residential and commercial renewable energy, and energy efficiency programs.
Therefore this is no need to duplicate these programs.
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Energy and Operations Management
March 19, 2009
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1.0 - Executive Summary.....................................................................................................................2
2.0 - Budget Report..............................................................................................................................6 14H
2.1 – Variance Report ..................................................................................................................6
2H 15H
2.2 – Variance Analysis...............................................................................................................8
3H 16H
3.0 – Energy Management...................................................................................................................9
4H 17H
3.1 - Purchased Power .................................................................................................................9
5H 18H
3.2 - Generation Management ...................................................................................................12
6H 19H
3.3 - Emissions and Allowance Management............................................................................19
7H 20H
4.0 – Operations Management..........................................................................................................21
8H 21H
Appendices..........................................................................................................................................36
9H 2H
I.
10H PJM Invoice Breakdown.................................................................................................... 36 23H
II.
1H Load, All In Energy and all in cost of service table ..........................................................37 24H
III.
12H Glossary ........................................................................................................................38 25H
Dover Monthly PGAM Report February 2009 - Final
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1.0 - EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Generation MWh's: Actual v Budget All In Unit Energy Cost - Actual v Budget
12,500
Actual Load vs Budget Load
$96
100,000
$94
10,000
75,000 $92
7,500 $90
MWh MWh 50,000 $ /M W h
$88
5,000 $86
25,000 $84
2,500
$82
0 $80
0
Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun
Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun
Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun
Budget Gen Actual Gen Budget Actual Budget ($/MWh) Actual ($/MWh) Budget WA Actual WA
Purchased Power Management
Wholesale load for the month of February was 55,533 MWhs versus a three year historic weather
normalized load of 63,547 MWhs (a 13% reduction). Hedged transactions accounted for 56,800
MWhs or 102% of this volume (87% of forecasted load) at a cost of $4.45 million. Spot Market
purchases resulted in a PJM charge of $16 thousand ($43 Thousand charge in the Day Ahead market
and a $27 thousand credit in the real time market) primarily due to day-ahead load forecast
projections and the load following costs. Other PJM related charges accounted for an additional
$0.98 million cost, inclusive of all load related fees. February All-In Energy Unit Cost, excluding
capacity obligations and credits were $1.56/MWh favorable compared to the February 2009 budget
of $89.48/MWh. For the year, projected All-In Energy Unit Cost is $0.07/MWh below the budget;
based on YTD actual results and budgeted values for subsequent months.
Generation and Asset Management
For the month of February, PJM did not dispatch the McKee Run or the Van Sant units.
Dover self dispatched McKee Run Unit 3 in order to perform test procedures as part of the Fuel Oil
Conversion Capital Improvement Project (The Project) and to demonstrate the capacity or MW
capability of the power plant (capacity testing is a PJM requirement). Unit 3 generated 3,983 MWh
of generation and the testing resulted in a negative margin of $221 thousand or -$55 per MWH. The
plant generated $235 thousand net revenues and consumed $438 thousand of natural gas (51
thousand Dth) and $18 thousand inventory costs of #2 low sulfur fuel oil (10 thousand gal). These
revenues and costs associated with The Project are included in the CIP expenditures and are not
recognized as normal operating revenues and expenses.
Dover Monthly PGAM Report February 2009 - Final
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Emissions and Allowance Management
Dover engaged in no allowance transactions during the month of February. McKee Run operated
during February and emitted one ton of SO2. No NOx emissions were reported. Total net revenue
through February 28th from allowance sales for the 2008-09 fiscal year is $165,470, accounting for
Broker’s fees.
Given current dispatch expectations, the market value of the 2007-2009 Dover allowance inventories
is approximately $581 thousand at the time of this report. If sold, Dover would realize
approximately $747 thousand in revenue for the year. This would result in a $695 thousand
unfavorable variance.
Compliance emissions allowance values have undergone a steady decline throughout 2009. Since
the last monthly report, the SO2 allowance market has continued its decline with allowance values
reaching $65/ton. NOx annual allowance values have also declined with prices moving from
$3,000/ton down to $2,165/ton over the past month. The seasonal market has remained steady at
$600/ton with limited market activity.
The prevailing poor economic conditions and the consequent reduction in power demand have
applied some downward pressure on emissions allowance prices. However, the primary drivers for
reduced allowance prices appear to be the continuing uncertainty surrounding future regulation of
SO2 and NOx emissions along with the fact that generators are largely in compliance with existing
emission limits.
The regulatory uncertainty stems primarily from the status of the Clean Air Interstate Rule (CAIR),
which has been remanded without vacatur. EPA is considering alterations to this rule, which had
been struck down due to its violation of the Clean Air Act. Uncertainty will remain in the markets
until new rules are formed and approved, and without Congressional mandate, it appears that this
uncertainty will continue for at least the remainder of calendar year 2009.
Additionally, generators have largely met compliance requirements for 2008, and with uncertainty
driving speculators from the market, allowance demand remains low. Emissions controls also appear
to be working properly across the industry, therefore increasing the emissions bank and further
reducing forward allowance demand. Pace is closely monitoring the the NOx and SO2 markets and
will provide Dover with assessments of allowance allocations, liquidity, and value as information
becomes available.
The December RGGI quarterly auction cleared 31,505,898 allowances at $3.38/ton, and demand was
reported to be 3.5 times greater than supply. Since the auction, the market has been very active with
prices ranging between $3.50/ton and $4.00/ton. Current prices are at $3.77/ton. Based on projected
generation and emissions Dover is projected to have an excess of 70,000 allowances through 2013
with a market value of nearly $264,000. Pace will continue to monitor the RGGI market and will
advise Dover regarding allowance sales if the market alters.
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EMISSIONS & ALLOWANCE SUMMARY
Allowance Allowance Emissions Emissions Allowances Allowances Allowance
Vintage Allocation Month YTD Sold Month Sold YTD Balance
SO2 – 2007 2723 0 98 0 2076 549 1
SO2 – 2008 2723 0 32 0 0 2,691
SO2 – 2009 2723 1 1 0 0 2722
NOx – 2007 198 0 32 0 166 0
NOx – 2008 198 0 20 0 178 0
NOx – 2009 198 0 0 0 0 198
Operations Management Summary
During the month of February, there were no employee or contractor related OSHA injuries,
illnesses, or time loss accidents. There were zero Environmental Notices of Violations issued during
the month. There were no unit dispatches of any of the McKee Run Units or the Van Sant Unit 11.
Unit 3 ran four times in February for testing.
Monthly Budget Variance - The actual expenses attributable to O&M of the two sites for the month
of February were $386,617. The expenses were $7,275 or -0.12% over the approved budget of
$379,342. The principal reason for the negative variance is due to the operational costs associated
with running Unit 3 for testing.
Boiler work on Unit 3 was the focus of the major activities for the Month. A maintenance outage
was taken in order to make repairs to ductwork expansion joints and boiler casing.
1
Corrected 2007 SO2 tons emitted to reflect actual emission for Units 3 & 11. December, 2007 report included
emissions for all four units.
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Risk Management Summary
Energy commodity prices fell further since the last reporting period, and have fallen almost
continuously since June 2008. While world oil prices slightly increased from $40/barrel to
$47/barrel, natural gas prices – the prime driver of power prices relevant to the City – fell to under
$4.00, their lowest levels in six years. In turn, PJM forward power prices decreased since the last
reporting period by $3.23/MWh (5.8%) for Fiscal Year 2009-2010 and $5.05/MWh (8.2%) for
Fiscal Year 2010-2011. Outer years observed comparable price declines as the entire forward
curve drifted lower.
The City’s projected wholesale Cost-of-Service for all forward power years is shown in the table
below: 2
Wholesale Cost-of-Service Summary (Projected)
Date 03/13/2008 Budget March February January
Cost-of- Cost-of Hedge Year-to Projected Cost-of Cost-of
Power Year Service Service Ratio Year vs. 08-09 Service Service
Budget $/MWh Increase Budget $/MWh $/MWh
2008-2009 $90.18 $90.54 92% 9.5% 0.4% $90.55 $90.43
2009-2010 N/A $93.23 87% 3.0% 3.4% $93.66 $93.01
2010-2011 N/A $86.48 73% -7.2% -4.1% $87.84 $87.35
2011-2012 N/A $81.84 62% -5.4% -9.3% $83.51 $83.47
2012-2013 N/A $80.65 42% -1.5% -10.6% $82.68 $83.18
2013-2014 N/A $76.37 3% -5.3% -15.3% $79.15 NA
* Reflects balance of year hedge ratio for current Power Year
** FY 07/08 Cost-of-Service is $82.70/ MWh
2
Note that the PJM-W to DPL zone basis has been updated based on actual basis values observed in the past 2 years,
consistent with the proposed 2009-10 budget. The higher basis values are reflected in the February Wholesale Cost-of-
Service values shown above, but not in the January and December values (which are consistent with prior reports).
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2.0 - BUDGET REPORT
2.1 – VARIANCE REPORT
Budget Actual Variance
Feb-09 Feb-09 Feb-09
Load Forecast 63,547 55,533 8,014
Power Supply
Power Supply $3,973,936 $4,451,888 ($477,952)
Power Supply Management $230,214 $239,415 ($9,201)
Capacity Charges - Load $799,638 $807,347 ($7,709)
PJM Charges - Load $1,482,074 $190,919 $1,291,155
Total - Power Supply $6,485,862 $5,689,569 $796,293
Generation
Plant Operations $390,612 $386,617 $3,995
Generation Fuel $244,982 $7,860 $237,122
Capacity Credits ($691,335) ($691,335) $0
PJM Credits ($236,901) ($5,729) ($231,173)
Total - Generation ($292,642) ($302,586) $9,944
Emission Allowance Sales
Total - Emission Allowance Sales ($1,287,500) $0 ($1,287,500)
Total Power Supply & Generation $6,193,220 $5,386,983 $806,237
Total Power Supply, Generation & Emission
Sales $4,905,720 $5,386,983 ($481,263)
Unit Costs
Total – Power Supply $102.06 $102.45 ($0.39)
Total - Generation + Emission Sales ($24.87) ($5.45) ($19.42)
Final Cost of Service to City of Dover
Ratepayers $77.20 $97.01 ($19.81)
Final Cost of Service to City of Dover
Ratepayers – Adjusted $97.46 $97.01 $0.45 3
3
The Final Cost of Service to City of Dover Ratepayers includes budgeted February, 2009 SO2 emissions sales of $1.3
million. When this unfavorable emission’s allowances variance is excluded, the Dover results reverse from unfavorable
to favorable.
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Budget Actual Variance
YTD YTD YTD
Load Forecast 538,080 516,697 21,383
Power Supply
Power Supply $36,320,438 $38,986,815 ($2,666,377)
Power Supply Management $1,871,413 $1,998,856 ($127,442)
Capacity Charges - Load $6,939,713 $7,008,073 ($68,360)
PJM Charges - Load $9,762,839 $5,026,899 $4,735,940
Total - Power Supply $54,894,403 $53,020,643 $1,873,760
Generation
Plant Operations $3,949,699 $3,420,887 $528,812
Generation Fuel $2,276,201 $1,418,279 $857,922
Capacity Credits ($6,051,246) ($6,032,875) ($18,371)
PJM Credits ($2,479,689) ($1,506,242) ($973,446)
Total - Generation ($2,305,035) ($2,699,951) $394,916
Emission Allowance Sales
Total - Emission Allowance Sales ($1,432,000) ($165,470) ($1,266,530)
Total Power Supply & Generation $52,589,368 $50,320,691 $2,268,676
Total Power Supply, Generation & Emission
Sales $51,157,368 $50,155,221 $1,002,146
Unit Costs
Total – Power Supply $102.02 $102.61 ($0.60)
Total - Generation + Emission Sales ($6.95) ($5.55) ($1.40)
Final Cost of Service to City of Dover
Ratepayers $95.07 $97.07 ($2.00) 4
4
The Budget YTD and Actual YTD Final Cost of Service to City of Dover Ratepayers include all emissions allowances
sales. If we account the cost without the budgeted sale all emissions allowances, the YTD variances are favorable by
$0.67 per MWh.
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2.2 – VARIANCE ANALYSIS
Power Supply
• Power Supply realized an unfavorable $478 thousand variance compared to the budget due to
the purchase of additional 9.9% hedge forward positions totaling 5,120 MWh in February.
This purchase was transacted after the FY 2008 budget was submitted to Dover.
• The Power Supply Management variance is merely an estimate at this point.
• As discussed during the July, 2008 Management Committee the PJM Base Residual Auction
on April 3, 2008 resulted in a new $ per MW.day UCAP charge. This charge results in
unfavorable variances each month.
• The PJM Charges for Load experienced a positive $1.29 million variance due to the
placement of additional hedge position of 5,120 MWh; thereby displacing the floating energy
costs by the same amount, 14% reduced load consumption compared to historical February
load profile, and favorable load following variances for the month. Other positive variances
include $21 thousand increase in transmission rights credits, $72 thousand favorable basis
variance, and $49 thousand favorable PJM ancillary charges for the month. Offsetting these
favorable variances was $25 thousand increase in transmission costs.
Generations
• Plant O&M resulted in a slight favorable variance of $4 thousand compared to the approved
budget of $390 thousand.
• The plants were not dispatched or run for economic reasons, however, the McKee Unit 3
generated 3,983 MWh and the testing resulted in a negative margin of $221 thousand or -$55
per MWH. The plant generated $235 thousand net revenues and consumed $438 thousand of
natural gas (51 thousand Dth) and $18 thousand inventory costs of #2 low sulfur fuel oil (10
thousand gal). These revenues and costs associated with The Project are included in the CIP
expenditures and are not recognized as normal operating revenues and expenses.
• When the fuel costs for testing are removed from the Generation Fuel costs Dover realized a
favorable variance of $237 thousand for the month due to the lack of dispatches for the
month. The budget projected nearly 94 thousand gallons of fuel oil no.2 to be consumed for
the month.
• When the PJM Credits are adjusted to back out the credits associated with the Fuel Oil
Conversion testing these Credits resulted in an aggregate $231 thousand unfavorable
variance for the month. The budget expected 1,000MWh of generation for the month.
Neither McKee Run nor Van Sant units dispatched into the PJM market.
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3.0 – ENERGY MANAGEMENT
3.1 - PURCHASED POWER
Management Highlights
• Dover’s February load was 55,533 MWh which was significantly below the historic
weather normalized load of 63,547 MWh. Hedge volumes accounted for 102% of actual
load for the month.
• February All In Unit Energy cost excluding capacity of $87.92 is $1.56 per MWh below
budget for the month.
Actual Load vs Budget Load
100,000
75,000
MWh 50,000
25,000
0
Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun
Budget Actual
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All In Unit Energy Cost - Actual v Budget
$96
$94
$92
$90
$/MWh
$88
$86
$84
$82
$80
Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun
Budget ($/MWh) Actual ($/MWh) Budget WA Actual WA
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Purchased Power Variance Report
Budget Actual Variance
Feb-09 Feb-09 Feb-09
City of Dover Load
Load Obligation (MWh) 63,547 55,533 8,014
Unit Energy Costs ($ per MWh)
Energy Cost (inc. Load Following & Pace Fees) $84.03 $82.27 $1.76
Pass Through $4.45 $4.33 $0.12
Incentive Fees $1.00 $1.31 ($0.31)
Total - All In Unit Energy Cost $89.48 $87.92 $1.56
Purchased Power Variance Analysis
• Actual Dover load of 55,533 MWh was 12.6% below the projected February load of
63,547 MWh.
• The All In Unit Energy Cost resulted in a favorable $1.56 per MWh variance due to a
favorable $143 thousand load following variances, $72 thousand favorable basis variance,
lower than anticipated open position energy costs, transmission rights credits, and PJM
ancillary charges contributed to favorable variance for the month. The favorable variances
were partially offset by an additional 9.9% of forward contracts placed after the Dover
budget was submitted at an average cost greater than the budgeted hedge costs per MWh to
defend against significant rate increases to ratepayers, and the increased FERC approved
DP&L transmission rates.
• The Management Incentive fee variance on a $/MWh basis is merely an estimate at this
point.
PJM Power Balancing and Load Related Fees
Purchased Power (Hedges): 56,800 MWh’s @ $78.38/MWh: $4,451,888
Power Balancing and Additional PJM and Energy Manager Fee 5: $1,237,681
Total Cost to Serve Load (55,533 MWh’s) $5,689,569
ALL in $/MWh load cost inclusive of Energy Manager Fees: $102.45/MWh
5
Includes estimated Incentive Fees.
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3.2 - GENERATION MANAGEMENT
• PJM did not dispatch Dover units into the market.
Generation MWh's: Actual v Budget
12,500
10,000
7,500
MWh
5,000
2,500
0
Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun
Budget Gen Actual Gen
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2008-09 Generation Production Margin v Budget
$500
Thousands
$450
$400
$350
$300
$250
$200
$150
$100
$50
$0
($50) Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun
($100)
Budget ($) Actual ($)
*Notes: July 2008 Report’s 2008-09 Generation Production Margin v Budget graph displayed incorrect actual amount. The graph shown above has
been corrected to reflect the actual value.
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Generation Management Variance Report
Budget Actual Variance
Feb-09 Feb-09 Feb-09
Self-Supplied Capacity from Gen (MW)
McKee Run 1 13.2 13.2 0
McKee Run 2 16.7 16.7 0
McKee Run 3 97.4 97.4 0
Van Sant 38.1 38.1 0
Self Supplied Capacity from Gen (MW) 165.4 165.4 0
Additional Capacity from PJM Incremental
Auction 7.9 7.9 0
Total Capacity from Gen (MW) 173.3 173.3 0
Gen Capacity Sales to PJM ($/MW.d) $148.80 $148.80 0
Incremental Auction Sales to PJM ($/MW.d) $10.00 $10.00 0
Power Sales
Power Sales (MWh) 1,000 0 1,000
Sales Revenue ($ per MWh) ($231.50) $0.00 ($231.50)
Power Sales Revenue ($) ($231,498) $0.00 ($231,498)
Variable Fuel & Transport
Fuel Oil No.2 Volume (gal) 93,863 0 93,863
Fuel Oil No.2 ($/gal) $2.20 $0.00 $2.20
Fuel Oil No.2 Cost of Goods Sold ($) $206,498 $0.00 $206,498
Fuel Oil No.6 Volume (gal) 0 0 0
Fuel Oil No.6 ($/gal) $0.00 0.00 $0.00
Fuel Oil No.6 Cost of Goods Sold ($) $0.00 0.00 $0.00
Gas Volume (Dth) 0 0 0
Unit Gas Price ($/Dth) $0.00 0 $0.00
Variable Gas Cost ($) $0.00 0 $0.00
Transport ($) $0.00 0 $0.00
Variable Gas and Transport Costs ($) $0.00 $0.00 $0.00
Variable Fuel & Transport Costs ($) $206,498 $0.00 $206,498
Testing $0.00 $0.00 $0.00
Generation Production Margin ($25,000.00) $0.00 ($25,000.00)
Generation Capacity Payment
Total - Generation Capacity Payment ($691,335) ($691,335) $0.00
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Generation Management Variance Analysis
Fuel Expense
• PJM did not dispatch Dover units into the market. 6
Generation Production Margin
Transaction Volumes Revenue/(Cost)
PJM Invoice for Power Sold 0 MWh’s $0 7
Fuel and Transport 0 dth gas/0 gal #6 oil $0 8
0 gal #2 oil
Generation Production Margin 0 MWh’s $0
The following non-production energy revenues and costs are generally fixed and not directly related
to generation dispatch and power production.
PJM Invoice (Black Start) $5,729
Fuel Oil Tank Heating & Black Start Gas Supply $0
Eastern Shore Demand Charge ($4,489)
Eastern Shore Transport and Imbalance Charge $0
Transco Demand Charge ($3,371)
Non-Production Energy Revenue/Costs ($2,131)
6
Under the Fuel Oil Conversion CIP, McKee Run Unit 3 self-dispatched into PJM market four times generating 3,983
MWh. However all the revenues and fuel costs associated with CIP is not part of the Dover’s Electric Revenue Fund.
7
Fuel Oil Conversion CIP reports 3,983 MWh accruing total power sales of $235,421.63.
8
Fuel Oil Conversion CIP testing for McKee Run Unit 3 consumed 50,957dth totaling $438,302.01 spot gas purchases.
Also 10,134 gallons of fuel oil no.2 was consumed totaling $18,148.56 fuel oil costs. These costs are part of the CIP cost
and therefore not reflected in the Dover’s Electric Revenue Fund.
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Fuel and Transportation
• PJM did not dispatch Dover units into the market and therefore no fuel usages were required
for the month. 9
Date Volume (Dth) Price ($/Dth) Total Commodity
Cost ($)
Hess Corp
Sub-Total 0 $0
PESCO
Sub-Total 0 $0
NJNG
Sub-Total 0 $0
Total 0 $0
Do to the conversion from #6 residual oil to Low sulfur #2 oil the need for a constant supply of
natural gas to heat the #6 fuel is no longer required. Some gas will still be required for winter
heating of the building(s). Pace will still coordinate with NAES on the procurement of supply.
However, this expense will now fall under the plant utility costs and be paid and budgeted for by the
station.
9
Fuel Oil Conversion CIP testing for McKee Run Unit 3 consumed 50,957dth totaling $438,302.01 spot gas purchases.
Also 10,134 gallons of fuel oil no.2 was consumed totaling $18,148.56 fuel oil costs. These costs are part of the CIP cost
and therefore not reflected in the Dover’s Electric Revenue Fund.
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Gas Transportation Purchased
Eastern Shore Natural Gas Pipeline and TransCo agreements provide for deliveries to the McKee
Run and VanSant stations. These charges include a firm demand charge and adjustments as follows:
ESNG FT Demand Charge $4,489
TransCo FT Demand Charge $3,371
Total Purchases $7,860
Other Gas Purchases
Commodity and transportation imbalances on Eastern Shore Pipeline for the month resulted in no
cost and it is summarized as follows.
Eastern Shore Transport and Imbalance Charges
Imbalance/dth Estimated Cost/dth Estimated Total Cost
0 $0
$0
Transport Volume/dth $/dth Total Cost
Firm/IT $0 $0
Net $0
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Purchased Commodity Fuel Oil Summary
Neither McKee Run units nor Van Sant were dispatched into PJM and no fuel oil #2 was consumed
for the month. 10
McKee Run tank will maintain 3 days of load equivalent dispatches for McKee Run Units. At
current fuel market prices, Pace and NAES are considering purchasing ultra low #2 fuel oil
inventory when McKee Run tank testing are complete.
Tank Inventory Estimates as of February 28
Tank Tank Capacity Inventory In Days of Burn
(gallon) (gallon) (Typical
Dispatch 11)
McKee Run 12 (#2 2,554,105 408,019 2.9
Fuel Oil)
VanSant 258,000 111,412 3
(#2 Fuel Oil)
10
Pollution Remediation CIP testing consumed 10,134 gallons of fuel oil no.2.
11
As measured by tank level instruments. Tank levels may change due to oil temperature.
12
#6 Fuel Oil was sold ( approx. 122, 000 gallons) and #2 Fuel Oil was purchased in October and December.
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3.3 - EMISSIONS AND ALLOWANCE MANAGEMENT
As shown in Exhibit 1, total net revenue from allowance sales for the 2008-09 fiscal year is
$165,470, accounting for Broker’s fees. City of Dover holds 2,693 tons of vintage 2008 SO2
allowances and no tons of vintage 2008 NOx allowances. Additionally, the City has a balance of 549
tons of vintage 2007 SO2 allowances. Also the vintage 2009 allowances are also provided in Exhibit
1. At the August 21, 2008 Management Committee meeting the Committee set a trigger price for the
SO2 allowances of $260/ton whereby if the City could achieve this price it would sell half of its SO2
allowances.
Exhibit 1: Emissions and Allowance Summary through February 28, 2009
2008-2009 EMISSIONS & ALLOWANCE SUMMARY
SO2 NOx
Date Action Allowance Sale Revenue1 Allowance Sale Revenue1
Allocation Price Allocation2 Price
Seas. Ann.
1/1/08 Initial 2008 2,723 -- -- 198 -- -- --
Allocation
1/1/08 2007 549 -- -- 0 -- -- --
Carryover
7/21/08 Sold 150 -- -- -- -150 -- $975 $144,750
tons NOx
10/14/08 Sold 28 -- -- -- -28 -- $750 $20,720
tons NOx
12/31/08 2008 YTD -32 -- -- -20 -- -- --
Emissions
1/1/09 Initial 2009 2,723 -- -- 49 76 -- --
Allocation
2/1/09 2009 YTD -1 -- -- 0 0 -- --
Emissions3
Totals
- 2007 Vintage 549 -- -- 0 -- -- --
Allowances
- 2008 Vintage 2,691 -- -- 0 -- -- --
Allowances
- 2009 Vintage 2,722 -- -- 49 76 -- $165,470
Allowances
$165,470
$0
Total Revenue $165,470
Notes:
(1) Revenue calculations account for a $1/ton broker fee for SO2 and a $10/ton broker fee for NOx.
(2) Per the Clean Air Interstate Rule, in 2009, NOx emissions will be governed by a seasonal and annual program.
The NOx seasonal emissions pertain only to emissions (May 1 – Sep 30), similar to the previous trading regimen.
Annual emissions cover the entire year.
(3) The 2009 initial allowance allocation accounts for the reinstatement of CAIR while new SO2 and NOx emissions
rules are completed. These allocations may changes as the rulemaking process continues.
Dover engaged in no allowance transactions during the month of February. McKee Run operated
during February and emitted one ton of SO2. No NOx emissions were reported. Total net revenue
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through January 31st from allowance sales for the 2008-09 fiscal year is $165,470, accounting for
Broker’s fees.
Given current dispatch expectations, the market value of the 2007-2008 Dover allowance inventories
is approximately $210 thousand at the time of this report. If sold, Dover would realize
approximately $376 thousand in revenue for the year. This would result in a $1.05 million
unfavorable variance. (The 2009 allowances are not being considered as potential revenues for this
fiscal year. The City historically has sold allowances in the fiscal year following the fiscal year the
allowances are credited to Dover’s account).
Compliance emissions allowance values have undergone a steady decline throughout 2009. Since
the last monthly report, the SO2 allowance market has continued its decline with allowance values
reaching $65/ton. NOx annual allowance values have also declined with prices moving from
$3000/ton down to $2165/ton over the past month. The seasonal market has remained steady at
$600/ton with limited market activity.
The prevailing poor economic conditions and the consequent reduction in power demand have
applied some downward pressure on emissions allowance prices. However, the primary drivers for
reduced allowance prices appear to be the continuing uncertainty surrounding future regulation of
SO2 and NOx emissions along with the fact that generators are largely in compliance with existing
emission limits.
The regulatory uncertainty stems primarily from the status of the Clean Air Interstate Rule (CAIR),
which has been remanded without vacatur. EPA is considering alterations to this rule, which had
been struck down due to its violation of the Clean Air Act. Uncertainty will remain in the markets
until new rules are formed and approved, and without Congressional mandate, it appears that this
uncertainty will continue for at least the remainder of 2009.
Additionally, generators have largely met compliance requirements for 2008, and with uncertainty
driving speculators from the market, allowance demand remains low. Emissions controls also appear
to be working properly across the industry, therefore increasing the emissions bank and further
reducing forward allowance demand. Pace is closely monitoring the the NOx and SO2 markets and
will provide Dover with assessments of allowance allocations, liquidity, and value as information
becomes available.
The December RGGI quarterly auction cleared 31,505,898 allowances at $3.38/ton, and demand was
reported to be 3.5 times greater than supply. Since the auction, the market has been very active with
prices ranging between $3.50/ton and $4.00/ton. Current prices are at $3.77/ton. Based on projected
generation and emissions Dover is projected to have an excess of 70,000 allowances through 2013
with a market value of nearly $264,000. Pace will continue to monitor the RGGI market and will
advise Dover regarding allowance sales if the market alters.
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4.0 – OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT
Management Highlights
• During the month of February, there were no restricted work days or lost time accidents.
The facility has now gone 32 days without an OSHA recordable accident and 1,425
consecutive days without a lost time reportable incident. There were two near miss events
during the month of February. The first near miss occurred at the facility when the pH in
Unit 3 cooling tower circulating water dropped below the acceptable discharge range of 6.0
to 9.0. The second near miss occurred when an unlabeled compressed gas bottle was
discovered in the compressed gas storage area.
• During the month, there were no unit dispatches of any of the McKee Run units or Unit #11
at VanSant. Unit #3 ran four times in February for testing.
• Boiler work on Unit 3 was most of the focus during the month when inspections conducted
on ductwork expansion joints revealed severe corrosion on several of the joints leading to a
high amount of air-in leakage that was affecting boiler performance. An outside expansion
joint contractor, HTT, was called in to install high temperature fabric joints at the Air Pre-
heater Gas Inlet, Dust Collector Outlet and the ID Fan Inlets (2). Repairs to other expansion
joints will be addressed in the very near future.
• The operations teams have been supporting maintenance in helping with the repairs on the
duct work and expansion joints. Both maintenance and operations teams worked together to
aid in making repairs to Unit #3 expansion joints with the end result of a successful
completion of the PJM Winter Period capacity test of Unit #3 on February 27th.
• The maintenance and operations teams are continuing to work together on building two
offices on the first floor. These offices will support better communications between the
Maintenance Planner and the Maintenance Supervisor as they work together to support future
projects.
• The operation teams are studying in preparing to take the PJM Generation System Operator’s
exam. Several operators have scheduled dates to take the exam in the next few weeks.
• The position of I,C/E Technician has been filled by Mr. Robert Gallucio. He started work on
February 9, 2009. The currently open position of Operator has been put on hold and will not
be filled during this fiscal year.
• Discussions continue with Pace Global and Applied Power Projects on the addition of a
HRSG at VanSant which could supply additional power output on the unit.
• The following is the NAES Monthly Report as submitted to PGAM
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North American Energy Services
Dover, DE
February 2009
Monthly Report
New Expansion Joint above the Ash Hoppers
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Table of Contents
1.0 Environmental, Health and Safety
2.0 Financial
3.0 Operations
4.0 Maintenance
5.0 CIP
6.0 General Plant Information
7.0 Summary of NAES Performance
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1.0 Environmental, Health and Safety:
During the month of February, there were no restricted work days or lost time accidents. The
facility has now gone 32 days without an OSHA recordable accident and 1,425 consecutive days
without a lost time reportable incident.
There were two near miss events during the month of February. The first near miss occurred at the
facility when the pH in Unit 3 cooling tower circulating water dropped below the acceptable
discharge range of 6.0 to 9.0. The near miss was the result of problems with the pH control system
and not monitoring the pH of the circulating water while operating the sulfuric acid pump in the
manual mode. At no point in time was water discharged to the outfall.
The second near miss occurred when an unlabeled compressed gas bottle was discovered in the
compressed gas storage area. The cylinder was labeled unusable and moved to a safe location. The
compressed gas supplier was notified who later determined the contents of the cylinder.
Environmental, Health and Safety Statistics
Month Fiscal Year to Date
(February 2009) (7/1/08-6/30/09)
NOVs 0 0
Opacity Deviations 0 8
Environmental Deviations 0 1
OSHA Recordable 0 1
OSHA LTA's 0 0
First Aid cases 0 0
Restricted Workday Accident 0 1
Near Miss 2 7
Man Hours Worked 4,831.5 39,823.75
Date last OSHA Recordable 1/27/09
Date last Lost Time Accident 4/05/05
Days since last OSHA recordable 32
Days since last Lost Time Accident 1,425
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Emissions (NOx & SO2) All data thru 2/28/09
NOx Summary - Year (May-Sept.)Tons
Year Unit #1 Unit #2 Unit #3 Unit #11 TOTAL
2005 20.16 20.64 103.3 2.19 146.29
2006 1.82 1.78 19.25 1.72 24.57
2007 3.3 2.7 25.9 0.7 32.6
2008 1.01 0.96 17.0 1.28 20.25
2009 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0
NOx Allowances Summary
NOx NOx NOx Allowances Available Total NOx NOx
Allowance Allowances (Per Facility, Prior to Sale) Tons Emitted Allowance
Vintage Sold YTD McKee Run VanSant (NOx Season) Balance
2007 165 191 7 33 0
2008 178 191 7 20 0
2009 0 191 7 0 198
Note: NOx Season is May 1 to September 30.
SO2 Summary - Year (Jan.-Dec.)Tons
Year Unit #1 Unit #2 Unit #3 Unit #11 TOTAL
2005 49.91 52.08 530.24 2.30 634.69
2006 3.69 1.51 50.7 0.40 56.30
2007 6.28 5.31 97.69 0.28 109.56
2008 0.011 0.009 31.0 0.6 31.6
2009 0.0 0.0 0.7 0.0 0.7
Note: *Denoted data is as of 12/31/2008
SO2 Allowances Summary
SO2 Allowances
SO2 Available Total SO2 SO2
Allowances (Per Unit, Prior to Tons Allowances
SO2 Allowance
Sold - YTD Sale & Emitted – Balance
Vintage
Reconciliation) U3 and U11
Unit #3 Unit #11 YTD
2006 2725 2586 139 51 0
2007 2076 2585 138 98 549
2008 0 2585 138 32 2691
2009 0 2585 138 0.7 2722.3
Note: Denoted data is as of 2/28/2009
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CO2 Allowances Summary*
CO2 CO2 CO2 Allowances Available Total CO2 CO2
Allowance Allowances (Per Facility, Prior to Sale) Tons Emitted Allowance
Vintage Sold YTD Balance
McKee VanSant
Run
2009 0 56,825 2,045 2,980 55,890
2010 0 47,844 1,636 0 49,480
2011 0 35,883 1,227 0 37,110
2012 0 23,922 818 0 24,740
2013 0 11,961 409 0 12,370
Note: All CO2 allowance values are provided by the RGGI CO2 Allowance Tracking System.
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2.0 Financial
Financial – Current Month
Month – February 2009
Actual Budget Variance
Personnel 252,446 239,940 (12,506)
Administrative 40,547 36,252 (4,295)
EH & S 3,062 2,000 (1,062)
Maintenance Expense 1,477 38,850 37,373
Operations Expense 89,085 62,300 (26,785)
Total $386,617 $379,342 ($7,275)
Financial – Fiscal Year to Date
Number of Months – 8
Actual Budget Variance
Personnel 2,006,718 2,147,023 140,306
Administrative 589,037 745,916 156,879
EH & S 23,179 24,500 1,321
Maintenance Expense 201,251 329,800 128,549
Operations Expense 575,661 662,300 86,639
Total $3,395,846 $3,909,539 $513,694
2.1 Variance analysis:
Our original budget for February was $379,342. The actual expenses for February are $386,617 for
a variance of -$7,275 or -0.12%. The variance was due to the following:
PERSONNEL EXPENSES - Additional labor, overtime, and burdens to support the repairs and
testing of Unit #3 Boiler contributed to an unfavorable variance of $12,506.
ADMINISTRATIVE EXPENSES - An unfavorable variance of $4,295 was due to the home
office expenses and computer software support higher than anticipated.
ENVIRONMENTAL, HEALTH, AND SAFETY EXPENSES - An unfavorable variance
of $1,062 was due to the increased costs of safety supplies/uniforms.
MAINTENANCE EXPENSES- A favorable variance of $37,373 was due to shifting maintenance
activities to the spring in accounts for the turbine generator and boiler systems.
OPERATING EXPENSES – An unfavorable variance of $26,785 was due to higher electric
usage than anticipated to support Unit #3 testing and the addition of natural gas costs for plant
heating that wasn’t included in the original O&M budget.
Budget for year is currently forecasted at $5,787,080 expensed versus $5,921,643 budgeted
(98.23%).
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3.0 Operations
Unit Operations / Outages / Trips
• During the month, there were no unit dispatches of any of the McKee Run units or
Unit #11 at VanSant. Unit #3 ran four times in February for testing.
Month – February 2009
McKee McKee McKee MRS VanSant Total
Unit 1 Unit 2 Unit 3 Facility Unit 11 All Units
Capacity MW 17 17 102 136 39 175
On Line Hours Hrs 0 0 67.800 67.800 0 67.800
Starts # 0 0 4 4 0 4
Gross Generation MWh 0 0 4,334.395 4,334.395 0 4,334.395
Net Generation MWh 0 0 4,001.942 4,001.942 0 4,001.942
Total Auxiliaries MWh 34.365 34.365 332.453 401.183 6.615 407.798
Auxiliaries purchased MWh 34.365 34.365 259.693 328.423 6.615 335.038
Fuel Gas Used MMBTU 0 0 45,332.887 45,332.887 0 45,332.887
Fuel Oil Used MMBTU 0 0 1,502.468 1,502.468 0 1,502.468
Fuel Oil Used Gallons 0 0 10,772 10,772 0 10,772
Total Fuel MMBTU 0 0 46,835.355 46,835.355 0 46,835.355
Net Heat Rate BTU/KWh 0 0 11,701 11,701 0 11,701
Unit Trips # 0 0 0 0 0 0
Capacity Factor % 0.00 0.00 35.03 4.38 0.00 3.38
Availability Factor % 100 100 60.65 86.88 100 90.16
Commercial
% 0 0 0 0 0 0
Unavailability (CU)
Planned Outage 0 0
Hours 0 0 0 0
Hours
Maintenance Outage
Hours 0 0 264.417 264.417 0 264.417
Hours
Forced Outage Hours Hours 0 0 0 0 0 0
Reserve Shutdown
Hours 672.000 672.000 339.783 1,683.783 672.000 2,355.783
Hours
HW Boiler Gas Usage MMBTU 889.413 889.413
Pilot Gas Usage MMBTU 0 0 0 0
# Note: Does not include HWB or Pilot Gas. Fuel usage numbers are taken from fuel flow instruments
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2008-2009 Fiscal Year-to-Date (8 Months)
McKee McKee McKee MRS VanSant Total
Unit 1 Unit 2 Unit 3 Facility Unit 11 All Units
Capacity MW 17 17 102 136 39 175
On Line Hours Hrs 11.066 11.667 282.366 305.099 36.084 341.183
Starts # 1 1 22 24 6 30
Gross Generation MWh 123.315 132.412 16,537 16,793 1,240 18,033
Net Generation MWh 118.511 126.506 15,143 15,388 1,240 16,628
Total Auxiliaries MWh 237.618 238.721 2,970 3,446 33.897 3,480
Auxiliaries purchased MWh 232.811 232.815 1,500.850 1,966.476 33.071 1,999
Fuel Gas Used MMBTU 756 972 118,216 119,946 9,754 133,743
Fuel Oil Used MMBTU 776 616 62,911 64,304 6,273 70,577
Fuel Oil Used Gallons 0/5,568 0/4,418 0/136,875 297,805 45,328 434,680
/136,875
Total Fuel MMBTU 1,533 1,588 181,127 184,248 16,028 200,276
Net Heat Rate BTU/KWh 12,939 12,560 11,961 11,973 12,931 11,703
Unit Trips # 0 0 0 0 0 0
Capacity Factor % 0.12 0.13 2.55 1.94 0.54 1.63
Availability Factor % 69.96 69.96 58.32 66.08 99.04 74.32
Commercial
% 0 0 0 0 0 0
Unavailability (CU)
Planned Outage Hours Hours 1,752 1,752 2,166.462 5,670.462 0 5,670.462
Maintenance Outage
Hours
Hours 0 0 264.417 264.417 56 320.417
Forced Outage Hours Hours 0 0 0 0 0 0
Reserve Shutdown Hours Hours 4,068.934 4,068.333 3,118.755 11,256.022 5,740 16,995.938
HW Boiler Gas Usage MMBTU 8,322 8,322
Pilot Gas Usage MMBTU 0 0 0 0
VanSant Lifetime through 2/28/09
Actual Starts Factored Starts Fired Hours
VanSant 1189 2000.15 3,912.2
Since HGP - Dec 2004 140 332.45 528.578
Fuel Oil Inventory
Monthly Monthly Fuel Monthly FY 08-09 Fuel FY 08-09
Inventory Inventory Purchases Inventory Inventory Purchases Inventory
(Start) (End) (Month) (Change) (Start) (YTD) (Change)
McKee Run
(#6 Fuel Oil
416,831 408,019 0 8,812 426,048 536,660 (18,029)
to #2 Fuel
Oil)
VanSant
(#2 Fuel Oil) 110,948 111,412 0 464 99,950 56,801 10,998
Note: As measured by tank level instruments. Tank levels may change due to oil temperature.
Note: * - #6 Fuel Oil was sold ( approx. 122,000 gallons) and #2 Fuel Oil was purchased in October and
December.
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Capacity Testing – FY 2008-2009
Summer 2008 (June 1- Aug 31) Winter 2008-2009 (Dec 1- Mar 1)
Unit Rated Net Reported Net Unit Rated Net Reported Net
Capability (MW) Capability (MW) Capability (MW) Capability (MW)
1 17 17.09 1 17 17.3
2 17 17.55 2 17 17.9
3 102 102.72 3 102 102.3
VanSant 39 40.09 11 40 40*
Total 175 177.45 Total 176 177.50
Note: * depicts a unit that has not completed capacity test for the PJM Demonstration Period in FY 2008-2009 but has
been accepted into the PJM Winter Capacity Test Exemption Program.
Team Report:
The operations teams have been supporting maintenance in helping with the repairs on the duct work
and expansion joints. Both maintenance and operations teams worked together to aid in making
repairs to Unit #3 expansion joints with the end result of a successful completion of the PJM Winter
Period capacity test of Unit #3 on February 27th.
The maintenance and operations teams are continuing to work together on building two offices on
the first floor. These offices will support better communications between the Maintenance Planner
and the Maintenance Supervisor as they work together to support future projects.
The GPI online training which supports our safety and OSHA training are being used by the teams
to complete their training as they begin the training cycle for the year 2009. Along with the GPI
OSHA training the operators review the plant’s safety procedures. GPI also has a number of courses
that are used to support operator advancement and refresher training.
The Senior Operators have been tasked with taking the PJM Systems Operator exam. Since January,
two Senior Operators have passed the exam already and two more operators are scheduled.
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4.0 Maintenance
During the month of February, plant maintenance staff continued addressing the backlog of work
orders. Ninety-one work orders were issued during the month, with sixty-five work orders being
completed during the month.
The table below summarizes the monthly work order activities.
Work Order Report
February - 09
Outstanding
From Outstanding
Previous Issued This Completed at the end of
Priority # Months Month This Month the month
P1 0 0 0 0
P2 5 13 13 5
P3 4 33 22 15
P4 43 18 25 36
P5 3 4 0 7
P6 0 0 0 0
P7 9 0 0 9
P8 0 0 0 0
P9 7 1 2 6
P6 - 1 0 0 0 0
P6 - 2 0 0 0 0
P6 - 3 0 1 0 1
P6 – 4 2 0 0 2
P6 – 5 0 0 0 0
P6 – 6 0 0 0 0
P6 – 7 0 0 0 0
P6 - 8 0 0 0 0
PM 27 21 8 40
Totals 100 91 70 121
Note: PM's are included in the priority totals
Notable activities during the month include:
1) NAES maintenance team removed lagging and insulation for preparation of expansion joint
replacement.
2) Coordinated work with HTT and Apex replacing the Unit #3 Dust Collector Outlet expansion
joint, Air Pre-Heater Outlet expansion joint (Flue Gas side) and both ID fan inlet expansion
joints.
3) Completed an inspection of the Unit 3 dead air space duct work. Several deficiencies were
found and were corrected immediately.
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4) Assisted NAES operations with the capacity testing of Unit 3.
5) NAES operations completed a vacuum test on the Unit 3 Reheat section during which two
tubes were found to have minor leaks. The tubes were repaired and the Reheat section was
retested with no other repairs needed.
6) Completed the removal and installation of the new gas spuds for Unit 3 “A” deck burners.
7) One of the Unit Three battery chargers failed and was replaced. Batteries for Units 1/2 and
Unit 3 have been ordered along with another charger due the equipment coming to the of their
expected service life.
8) DC power was provided to the Unit 1 and 2 annunciators from the inverter giving them
backup power.
5.0 Capital Improvement Projects (CIP)
Project Description Update
Number
EG0801 MR Fire Progress: Project deferred to 2009 to investigate
Protection an alternative technical approach.
System Upgrades Schedule: Installation now projected to be June
2009
EG0804 MR Pollution Progress: Change out of fuel oil equipment has
Remediation been completed. Plant in final stages of testing and
Equipment tuning Unit 3. Units 1, 2 and 3 have successfully
made the conversion and successfully completed a
Winter Period Capacity Test. Schedule:
Additional testing & tuning needed to optimize
Unit 3 operation. Emissions testing for DNREC
slated for June 2009.
EG0901 MR Unit 3 Progress: Complete
Continuous
Replacement was completed in October 2008.
Emissions
Monitor
(CEM)
EG0902 VS Unit 11 Progress: Complete
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Continuous Replacement was completed in October 2008.
Emissions
Monitor (CEM)
EG0903 MR Unit 3 Progress: Complete
Continuous Replacement was completed in November 2008.
Opacity Monitor
(COM)
EG0904 MR & VS Arc Progress: Phase one will determine scope and
Flash Analysis costs to implement which will provide input to cost
benefit analysis/ justification to proceed with the
second phase. Task statement defining the scope of
work currently being developed
Schedule: The initial phase of the project to be
completed no later than June of 2009 and the
second phase to complete in May 2010.
5.1 CIP Budget
Project Description Original Budget Latest
Number ($ X 1000) Estimate
($ X 1000)
EG0801 MR Fire Protection System 50 50
Upgrades
EG0804 MR Pollution Remediation 3800 3100**
Equipment
EG0901 MR Unit 3 Continuous 30 50
Emissions Monitor
(CEM)
EG0902 VS Unit 11 Continuous 30 50
Emissions Monitor (CEM)
EG0903 MR Unit 3 Continuous 30 30
Opacity Monitor (COM)
EG0904 MR & VS Arc Flash Analysis 125 75*
* $50k removed and put into O&M budget
**Includes latest projection for fuel usage for testing
The current total for Project EG0804 expensed to date is $1,931,000.
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6.0 General Plant Information
Training
The teams have been using our Plant Readiness Program (PRP) for training. They use the GPI
training for this training as well to review plant systems and to keep training fresh. The GPI is also
used as training for operations in their job progression through the different levels of operation
through the plant.
Plant staff continues to train with the GPI online training for completing the OSHA and
environmental training requirements for the year. Plant staff have also continued to review the Plant
SMPs ( Safety Manual Procedures) for 2009.
The operation teams are studying in preparing to take the PJM Generation System Operator’s exam.
Several operators have scheduled dates to take the exam in the next few weeks. Senior Operator, Ted
Enss, passed the PJM certification exam on February 19th. He is the second operator to pass the
exam and attain certification.
Personnel
The position of I,C/E Technician has been filled by Mr. Robert Gallucio. He started work on
February 9, 2009. The currently open position of Operator has been put on hold and will not be filled
during this fiscal year.
Other Events
Discussions continue with Pace Global and Applied Power Projects on the addition of a HRSG at
VanSant which could supply additional power output on the unit. A conference call occurred during
February with the plant Manager at a Chevron site, which had incorporated the same Chang Cycle
technology several ago, to learn more about the pros and cons of such a project. Additional talks
have occurred since that call to address some of the issues and to discuss the measure of risk that all
parties involved are willing wish to expose themselves to in a possible venture.
Boiler work on Unit 3 was most of the focus during the month when inspections conducted on
ductwork expansion joints revealed severe corrosion on several of the joints leading to a high
amount of air-in leakage that was affecting boiler performance. An outside expansion joint
contractor, HTT, was called in to install high temperature fabric joints at the Air Pre-heater Gas
Inlet, Dust Collector Outlet and the ID Fan Inlets (2). Repairs to other expansion joints will be
addressed in the very near future. In addition, while investigating air-in leakage, several furnace
seals in the dead air space were found compromised. Temporary repairs were made with the intent
of more permanent repairs being made in the upcoming annual outage in March.
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Calendar of Events
Date
McKee Run Units 1, 2 and 3 Outage – Oil Conversion Project October 1, 2008 – December 31, 2008
McKee Run Unit 3 Maintenance Outage for air flow and controls January 26-February 2, 2009
tests
PJM Winter Capacity Demonstration Period December 1, 2008 – February 28,
2009
EIA Reporting Requirements February 1, 2009
Title V Annual Certifications Due February 1, 2009
Sara III/Tier II Reporting Due March 1, 2009
Annual SO2 Certification Due March 1, 2009
Unit 3 Annual Outage March 9 -23, 2009
Annual Emission Statement Due April 1, 2009
Appendix E Testing for Units 1 and 2 June, 2009
Unit 3 RATA Testing and Particulate Testing June, 2009
Unit 11 Appendix E Testing June, 2009
Fiscal Year Ends June 30, 2009
7.0 Summary of NAES Performance to Date
Plant Performance FY 2008-2009
Measure Month Year to Date YTD FY Maximum
Incentive Incentive
Commercial
Unavailability (CU) 0% 0% $85,863 $85,863
Safety 0 1 $8,050 $16,099
Environmental 0 0 $16,099 $16,099
Capacity Tests
Summer Winter Summer Winter
Completed
Unit 1 No No Yes Yes $3,220 $3,220
Unit 2 No No Yes Yes $3,220 $3,220
Unit 3 No Yes Yes Yes $19,319 $19,319
Unit 11 No No Yes Yes* $6,440 $6,440
Total YTD Incentive % 94.64% Total YTD Incentive $142,211 $150,261
Note: * depicts a unit that has not completed capacity test for the PJM Demonstration Period in FY 2008-2009 but has been
accepted into the PJM Winter Capacity Test Exemption Program signifying completion of test.
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APPENDICES
I. PJM INVOICE BREAKDOWN
The PJM bill is a record of all Electricity Transactions, Transmission Services, Ancillary Services and Miscellaneous
fees that allow the PJM to operate. Below is a list of the line items on the PJM bill including all generator activity.
PJM Bill Line Items Gen Load Net
Day Ahead Energy $0.00 ($43,255.25) ($43,255.25)
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Realtime Energy $0.00 $27,339.58 $263,461.21
Transmission Losses Credits $0.00 $65,589.58 $65,589.58
Network Integration Transmission Service Charges $0.00 ($224,865.76) ($224,865.76)
Inadvertent Interchange Charges $0.00 $258.09 $258.09
Regulation Charges $0.00 ($21,885.59) ($21,885.59)
Synchronized Reserve Charges $0.00 ($2,022.46) ($2,022.46)
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Balancing Operating Reserves Charges $0.00 ($1,792.02) ($2,492.02)
Day Ahead Operating Reserves Charges $0.00 ($6,476.17) ($6,476.17)
Day-ahead Scheduling Reserve $0.00 ($182.89) ($182.89)
Synchronous Condensing Charges $0.00 ($789.34) ($789.34)
Reactive Services Charges $0.00 ($94.04) ($94.04)
Meter Correction Charges $0.00 $1.73 $1.73
Day-ahead Economic Load Response Program Charges $0.00 $0.00 $0.00
Real-time Economic Load Response Program Charges $0.00 $0.00 $0.00
Balancing Operating Reserves Credits $0.00 $0.00 $0.00
Day Ahead Operating Reserves Credits $0.00 $0.00 $0.00
Locational Reliability Charges $0.00 ($838,600.00) ($838,600.00)
Capacity Transfer Rights Credits $0.00 $29,470.56 $29,470.56
Capacity Resource Deficiency Credits $0.00 $1,782.24 $1,782.24
Demand Response and ILR Compliance Penalty Credits $0.00 $0.00 $0.00
RPM Auction Credits $691,334.56 $0.00 $691,334.56
Auction Revenue Rights Credits $0.00 $68,078.92 $68,078.92
Synchronized Reserve Credits $0.00 $0.00 $0.00
PJM Scheduling System Control and Dispatch Service Charges $0.00 ($12,014.27) ($12,014.27)
Transmission Owner Scheduling System Control and Dispatch
Service Charges $0.00 ($4,222.34) ($4,222.34)
Reactive Supply and Voltage Control from Generation Sources
Service Charges $0.00 ($23,640.92) ($23,640.92)
Black Start Service Charges $0.00 ($1,233.72) ($1,233.72)
North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) Charge $0.00 ($386.45) ($386.45)
Reliability First Corporation (RFC) Charges $0.00 ($494.43) ($494.43)
Expansion Cost Recovery Charges $0.00 ($431.48) ($431.48)
Transmission Enhancement Charges - 2008 $0.00 ($8,105.60) ($8,105.60)
Black Start Service Credits $5,728.89 $0.00 $5,728.89
Non-Firm Point-to-Point Transmission Service Credits $0.00 $2,372.50 $2,372.50
Generation Deactivation $0.00 $0.00 $0.00
13
Pollution Remediation CIP to assume Realtime Energy invoice amount of $346,121.63.
14
Pollution Remediation CIP to assume Balancing Operating Reserves Charges invoice amount of ($700).
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Market Monitoring Unit (MMU) Funding $0.00 ($327.14) ($327.14)
Organization of PJM States, Inc. (OPSI) Funding $0.00 ($35.77) ($35.77)
FERC Annual Recovery $0.00 ($3,171.00) ($3,171.00)
PPA $0.00 $866.94 $866.94
$932,485.08 ($998,266.50) ($65,781.42)
II. LOAD, ALL IN ENERGY AND ALL IN COST OF SERVICE TABLE
Budget Load Actual Load Budget AIE Actual AIE Actual YTD AIE Budget AICS Actual AICS Actual YTD AICS
(MWh) (MWh) ($/MWh) ($/MWh) ($/MWh) ($/MWh) ($/MWh) ($/MWh)
Jul 81,189 81,060 $92.30 $94.46 $94.46 $94.85 $97.04 $97.04
Aug 82,798 73,039 $92.29 $91.36 $92.99 $101.51 $101.39 $99.10
Sep 67,000 66,214 $85.81 $89.01 $91.80 $93.47 $95.27 $97.89
Oct 61,170 58,391 $87.47 $87.60 $90.92 $96.39 $97.90 $97.82
Nov 58,037 56,361 $87.62 $85.62 $90.02 $96.60 $93.43 $97.08
Dec 59,534 61,078 $87.25 $85.03 $89.25 $97.05 $98.21 $97.26
Jan 64,805 65,021 $88.79 $88.78 $89.19 $101.90 $99.99 $97.65
Feb 63,547 55,533 $89.48 $87.92 $89.05 $77.20 $97.01 $97.07
Mar 58,753 $86.98 $95.92
Apr 56,824 $85.94 $96.34
May 62,655 $85.52 $93.92
Jun 72,496 $88.32 $100.05
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III. GLOSSARY
All In Unit Energy Cost ("AIE") accounts for the wholesale energy costs excluding capacity
obligations, capacity credits for Dover-owned generation, generation revenues, generating plant
costs, the black start ancillary services credit for the Van Sant plant, and revenues associated with
the sale of emission allowances. The AIE includes the costs from settling the hedged or forward
transactions; the energy bought on the ISO (Independent System Operator or PJM) day-ahead to
cover the open position (un-hedged); load following costs associated with balancing the actual load
in the ISO real-time market; energy management service related fees; the ISO transmission charges
and credits to load serving entities; the ISO ancillary services charges such as generation regulation,
spinning reserve, and reactive power; and the ISO administrative charges and cost of service
recovery fees.
All In Cost of Service ("AICS") accounts for the net cost of wholesale power to the City of Dover
Electric Utility. The AICS starts with the AIE and adds the costs or credits from capacity
obligations, capacity credits for Dover-owned generation, generation revenues, generating plant
costs, the black start ancillary services credit for the Van Sant plant, and revenues associated with
the sale of emission allowances.
Black Start is a generating ancillary service that is the process of restoring a generating plant to
service without the support of an external power supply to power auxiliary equipment needed for
start up operations.
Capacity UCAP Obligated Purchased is the obligation and payment by all load serving entities in
PJM including Dover for the Unforced Capacity (UCAP) requirement from PJM that satisfies the
PJM reserve requirements.
Generation Capacity Credit: is the credit provided to generators for supply capcity to the system.
The price is determined by the PJM Reliability Pricing Market auction process that includes three
auctions for each capacity year.
Generation Production Margin accounts for the variable margin excluding variable O&M and
emissions. The Generation Production Margin is calculated by taking the PJM revenues credited to
the plant including any balancing charges or credits less the fuel costs. Generation Production
Margin includes both “Economic and reliability dispatch” and “Testing.” Economic and reliability
dispatch equals the margin achieved when Dover’s generating plants are dispatched by PJM for
either economic dispatch (the system energy price is greater than the Dover bid price) or reliability
dispatch whereby PJM pays the generating cost of the plants for the hours the plant is run to support
the system. Generation Testing equals the Generation Production Margin associated with testing.
This is usually expected to be a negative margin because the plant is potentially being dispatched /
run when energy prices do not cover its costs.
Non-Production Revenue equals the credits from PJM to Dover for Generation Capacity Credit, the
Black Start Revenue and the sales by Dover of Emission Allowances.
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