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BRADLEY LAKE PROJECT MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE
July 23, 1992
1. CALL TO ORDER
Chairman Kelly called the Bradley Lake Hydroelectric Project Management
Committee to order at 10:05 a.m. in the Training Room at Chugach Electric
Association in Anchorage, Alaska to conduct the business of the Committee per
the agenda and the public notice.
2. ROLL CALL
Alaska Energy Authority
Brent Petrie, Designated Representative
Chugach Electric Association
David L. Highers, Designated Representative
Golden Valley Electric Association
Mike Kelly, Designated Representative and Chairman
City of Seward
Paul Diener, Designated Representative
Homer Electric Association
Norm Story, Designated Representative
Matanuska Electric Association
Ken Ritchey, Designated Representative
Municipal Light & Power
Tom Stahr, Designated Representative
Others Present:
Ron Saxton, Ater, Wynne, Hewitt, Dodson & Skerrit
David Burlingame, Chugach Electric Association
Tom Lovas, Chugach Electric Association
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John Cooley, Chugach Electric Association
Joe Griffith, Chugach Electric Association
Gene Bjornstad, Chugach Electric Association
Bob Hufman, AEG&T
Dave Fair, Homer Electric Association
Dave Calvert, City of Seward
Tim McConnell, Municipal Light & Power
Bob Price, Municipal Light & Power
Dave Hutchens, ARECA
Ron Garzini, Alaska Energy Authority
Stanley E. Sieczkowski, Alaska Energy Authority
Larry Wolf, Alaska Energy Authority
Denise Burger, Alaska Energy Authority
3. PUBLIC COMMENT
There being no public comment, the meeting continued to the next agenda item.
4. AGENDA COMMENTS
No changes were made to the meeting agenda at this time.
5. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
The minutes of the June 16, 1992 meeting were approved as submitted.
6. TECHNICAL COORDINATION SUBCOMMITTEE REPORT
Dave Burlingame distributed a summary of the July 7, 1992 TCS meeting
(Attachment 1). Mr Burlingame stated that the SVC contract work was
progressing. The dirt and foundation work have been completed and actual
building erection has begun. The contractor is approximatedly ten days behind
their original proposed schedule, however progress remains well ahead of the
contract completion date. The transformer tests are scheduled to begin July 28,
1992. The SVC simulator test began July 20, 1992 and are expected to take up
to three weeks.
Mr. Burlingame reported that no significant events had occurred a Bradley and
no outages were projected. Mr. Burlingame noted that more water was
projected to be available this year than average.
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The SVC simulator test cases have been determined and ABB has informally
proposed the field tests they wish to perfom during SVC commissioning.
Mr. Burlingame noted that some of the proposed tests were extensive.
Mr. Burlingame noted problems with the Bradley Lake governor that occurred
June 3 and July 8, 1992 when the Kenai Peninsual islanded. Each time, the
Kenai was exporting 20 to 30 megawatts of power. Previous studies by PTI
indicated that during islanding there would have been an over frequency
condition and the frequency should have settled out, allowing restoration of
power to the Anchorage area. Mr. Burlingame stated that, in fact, what
happened was that the Kenai, following islanding, went into severe frequency
oscillation (from roughly 56.6 to 63 hertz.) The Kenai shed all three stages of
load shed during both events, even though previous studies indicated no load
shed would occur. As a result of the load shed, the voltages went over 115%
for about fifteen minutes. Dave Highers expressed concern over the frequency
oscillations, stating that the railblet system may be below the original expected
standards because of Bradley Lake. Mr. Highers recommended that the TCS be
actively involved in the assessment of the problem and the determination of a
solution and presented a prepared motion to the PMC for consideration
(Attachment 2). Chairman Kelly recommended that the issue be added to the
agenda under New Business, Item 13. C.
ae INSURANCE SUBCOMMITTEE REPORT
Mr. Petrie stated that there was nothing new to report and recommended that,
unless a new issue developed, this report be deleted as an agenda item in the
future.
8. BUDGET SUBCOMMITTEE REPORT
Mr. Ritchey stated that the Budget Subcommittee activity centered around the
Bradley Lake construction cost audit and would be discussed under Old
Business, Item 12 E., Bradley Lake Construction Cost Review. Chairman Kelly
noted plans to discuss the construction fund balance legislative re-appropriation
at that time. Mr. Petrie informed the PMC that Governor Hickel had vetoed the
re-appropriation request and the funds remained available.
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9. AGREEMENT SUBCOMMITTEE REPORT
Mr. Sieczkowski reported that the subcommittee met on July 21, 1992. Drafts
of the Soldotna Substation Agreement, Transmission Facilities Maintenance
Agreement, and Soldotna SVC Facilities Maintenance Agreement were sent out
to the subcommittee for review prior to the meeting. The subcommittee
discussed at length the Transmission Facilities Maintenance Agreement. In
order to assure compatibility with existing agreements, consistency with other
agreements and legal clarity, the subcommittee developed the following
proposal:
August 6, 1992 Complete a new draft
August 10, 1992 Send out the new draft to the subcommittee
August 18, 1992 Agreement Subcommittee meeting
Mr. Sieczkowski stated that the Agreement Subcommittee expected to present
these agreements at the next PMC meeting for approval.
Chairman Kelly clarified that although some utility agreements were now ready,
all agreements would be presented for approval to the PMC concurrently.
10. | OPERATION AND DISPATCH SUBCOMMITTEE REPORT
Mr. Sieczkowski reported the O&D Subcommittee met on July 15, 1992. At
the meeting, the utilities agreed that in the future only an approved summary of
the meeting minutes be provided to the PMC (rather than draft meeting
minutes). Mr. Sieczkowski noted that the subcommittee was informed of
modifications made to the tunnel gate closure control circuits to provide
additional tunnel protection, and of progress made towards resolving
communications system problems to the weather stations. Project Operating
Criteria, Exhibit B of the Allocation and Scheduling Procedures, is being
developed. Mr. Sieczkowski informed the PMC that the O&D Subcommittee
had approved the following two motions pertaining to the operation of the
project:
1. When the Bradley Lake schedules drop below 30
megawatts, the Bradley Lake dispatcher will contact
the affected scheduling utilities to determine if they
would be harmed by one unit operation until the
Bradley schedule goes back above 30 megawatts, with
a minimum unit down time of four hours.
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2. If the schedule reaches minimum load level to shut
down a unit, the schedule shall be modified as
necessary to provide a minimum down time of four
hours. The affected scheduling utilities shall be given
the opportunity to modify their schedule to prevent the
above action.
Mr. Sieczkowski stated that, previously, if the schedule dropped below 20
megawatts, the project automatically went to one unit operation. Prior to
approving the motions the O&D Subcommittee discussed its ramifications in
regards to efficiency, effect on maintenance, and effect on the scheduling
utilities. In response to inquiry by Chairman Kelly, Mr. Sieczkowski confirmed
that the scheduling utilities would be contacted in advance, and under this
scenario, had the power to veto dropping to one unit operation.
After questioning whether there was a need to have the PMC approve changes
in operation procedures, Chairman Kelly recommended further discussion of the
issue under New Business, adding agenda Item 13 D., Bradley One Generator
Operation and Item 13 E., Bradley Minimum Unit Down Time.
Mr. McConnell commented that the motions made and approved at the O&D
Subcommittee meeting were not controversial, however there was a risk
involved if changes were made in operating procedures without coordinating
them throughout the utilities prior to PMC approval. Chairman Kelly stated
that opportunity would be given for discussion of this issue under New Business
and that any committee member could move to table a PMC motion.
Mr. Sieczkowski reported that spinning reserve requirements and scheduling
capability had also been discussed at the O&D meeting, but that no action was
taken on the issue. It was decided however that CEA would send the spinning
reserve calculations to the utilities for review and further discussion would take
place at the next O&D Subcommittee meeting. Mr. Stahr commented that the
Alaska Intertie Agreement definition of spinning reserve was at variance with
how it was being treated by the O&D Subcommittee, and that the Intertie
Agreement would have to be amended in order to change the definition of
spinning reserve.
Mr. Sieczkowski stated that the O&D Subcommittee was reviewing the Draft
Amendment for Storing Water Criteria and it would be discussed at the next
meeting.
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11.
In response to inquiry by Bob Hufman, Mr. Sieczkowski confirmed that the
IBEW was attempting to establish representation of the Bradley operators.
Voting ballots have been mailed to the operators by the Alaska Labor Relations
Agency and are required to be returned by August 14, 1992. Chairman Kelly
noted the assumption that, at some point in time after the warranty period, the
responsibility for the operation of Bradley Lake would transfer from AEA to
HEA. Chairman Kelly suggested that HEA may want to be included in possible
union contract negotiations. In response to inquiry by Chairman Kelly,
Mr. Garzini stated that the Energy Authority would discuss options with the
operators, however, timing would be within legal requirements and was yet to
be determined. Mr. Garzini further stated that the operators felt they were not
being well represented, thus precipitating this situation, and Mr. Garzini hoped
to address this problem.
REVIEW OF PROJECT STATUS
Larry Wolf stated that the seismic monitoring equipment installed by the
University of Alaska Fairbanks (UAF) was either inoperable or inadequate for
operations reporting requirements and that the Energy Authority was installing
new equipment. The new equipment will alarm the dispatcher and the
powerhouse of a seismic event of 5.0 or larger at the dam site. A report and
inspection are required (by FERC) if a 5.0 or larger seismic event occurs (and
the epicenter is within a 50 mile radius).
Mr. Wolf reported that an automatic transfer switch had been installed on the
15 kV cable from the powerhouse to the dam and microwave tower. Mr. Wolf
recounted that because of a failure of the cable almost two years ago, a
temporary standby generator was installed, and subsequently a second, backup
cable was run parallel to the first cable. The standby generator at the dam will
now be able to automatically transfer from one leg of the cable to the other in
case of a cable failure, or if power is lost from the powerhouse, it will switch
on the appropriate cable to power the microwave site near the dam.
Referring to the gate closure event that caused partial de-watering of the power
tunnel, Mr. Wolf stated that a snap table had been installed to effect gate
closure. Failure of the spherical valve on an emergency closure on one unit will
trip the other unit. The gate will then close preventing loss of water in the
tunnel. The units will also trip if the gate comes off the closed position switch
(which requires 5% travel), or when the gate reaches the 80% open position
indicator.
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Mr. Wolf noted that Landis & Gyr factory testing of the DECnet and Micro-
VAX was scheduled July 31, 1992 and field installation was anticipated mid-
August. Mr. Wolf informed the PMC that Stone & Webster was in the process
of preparing specifications for grouting repair work on the spillway diversion
tunnel. It is expected that the repair work will be done this fall. Regarding the
contaminated soil stock-piled at the project site, Mr. Wolf noted that preparation
of soil remediation contract bid documents is underway. Mr. Petrie stated that
the cost of the soil clean-up would initially be covered by remaining project
funds, however the Energy Authority was pursuing recovery of some costs from
the construction contractors. Because the determination of responsibility for the
soil contamination is not a clear issue, Mr. Petrie anticipates litigation may
result.
Chairman Kelly, directing his comments to Mr. Garzini, stated that the head of
the UAF Geophysical Institute had requested Chairman Kelly's intervention
concerning the Energy Authority's termination of the Bradley Lake seismic
monitoring Reimbursable Services Agreement. Chairman Kelly noted it was the
position of the Geophysical Institute that the Energy Authority did not have the
expertise to continue the monitoring on its own and that the Geophysical
Institute could continue their seismic monitoring program for $30,000 -
$40,000/year. Mr. Garzini responded that the Energy Authority staff was
committed to getting the job done without any loss in quality and that, as it had
been presented to him, a substantial financial savings could be realized.
Mr. Garzini stated he would be very willing to meet with Dr. Syun Akasofu,
Director of the Geophysical Institute to provide an opportunity to discuss the
Institute's service and substantiate their costs. Mr. Garzini confirmed that he
would contact Dr. Akasofu to discuss the matter.
Tom Stahr expressed concern that the saving of some money in this situation
may not be worth the loss in expertise and suggested that a motion be made
requiring the Energy Authority not to change the current seismic monitoring
program until the options had been investigated and reported to the PMC.
Chairman Kelly noted that the PMC paid 100% of the cost of the program. The
Chairman recommended further discussion of the issue under New Business,
Item F., Bradley Seismic Measurement (Monitoring).
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12. OLD BUSINESS
A. SPINNING RESERVES/UNDER FREQUENCY LOAD SHEDDING -
UPDATE
Tom Lovas noted that the whole issue of spinning reserve and load
shedding was currently being discussed on several fronts (within the
Bradley O&D Subcommittee, the IOC and the ASCC.) The consultant
recommended by NERC (North America Electric Reliability Council)
has submitted a proposed scope of work which will be considered at the
August 6, 1992 ASCC meeting. The IOC Under Frequency Load
Shedding Study is in its final stages.
At the request of ML&P and CEA, the IOC is reviewing methods of
accounting for spinning reserve and methods of identifying reserve
responsibility with regard to the Bradley Lake Project. Mr. Lovas
informed the PMC that the IOC held a special meeting on July 14, 1992
to review these issues. Five motions were made and either approved or
denied at the meeting, three of which were appealed by ML&P within
the allotted five day period. It is ML&P's view that the contested
motions are in violation of the Alaska Intertie Agreement and not within
the province of the IOC. Mr. Lovas is preparing background material
on the issues for distribution. It was noted that in the case of an appeal
of a motion, unanimous agreement was required among the utilities and
AEA within twenty working days. If agreement cannot be reached, the
issue must then be resolved through binding arbitration. Mr. McConnell
stated that this was a "friendly appeal" meant to clarify the Intertie
Agreement, noting that improvements in the railbelt system (including
Bradley) may effect the interpretation of the contract and the application
of current studies. Mr. Lovas will continue to update the Bradley PMC
on this issue.
HEA BRADLEY ECONOMY SALES TO GVEA - UPDATE
At the suggestion of Chairman Kelly, and with the implied consensus of
the PMC, this item will be dropped from future meeting agendas.
DIVISION OF INFORMATION SERVICES
Mr. Sieczkowski reported that the Energy Authority was in the process
of preparing information requested by Kay Brown and the Legislative
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Budget and Audit Committee (LB&A) outlining the comparative costs
and requirements of the Bradley communications system.
RING-DOWN CIRCUIT
Mr. Sieczkowski stated the O&D Subcommittee had passed a motion
recommending the PMC approve funding for a utility common ring-
down circuit. An estimate of just under $30,000 was obtained which
included the common ring-down circuit and single lines for utilities
without them. Brent Petrie moved that the PMC approve a $30,000
appropriation for the ring-down circuit as a project cost. Seconded by
Paul Diener, the motion passed by unanimous roll call vote.
BRADLEY LAKE CONSTRUCTION COST REVIEW
Ken Ritchey informed the PMC that representatives of the Budget
Subcommittee met with AEA on July 23, 1992 to review Energy
Authority Bradley construction audit records. Mr. Ritchey noted that the
Energy Authority had done a considerable amount of audit work and
provided the subcommittee an unexpected, large volume of material.
However, it was decided the audit process, the audit summaries, and
further details, if deemed necessary, should be reviewed. Noting that
the major construction contracts had been audited by AEA, Mr. Ritchey
recommend the audit of one of the construction contracts. Other items
the Budget Subcommittee recommended for review included AEA's
bidding and contract award procedures and the $17,000,000 Energy
Authority costs. Mr. Ritchey suggested that John Parisena be recruited
to write an RFP within the suggested range of $20,000. Tom Stahr
moved that the PMC direct the Budget Subcommittee to develop an RFP
for conducting a Bradley construction cost audit at a cost not to exceed
$20,000 and authorizes the award of the contract as a project cost. The
motion, seconded by Dave Highers, was approved by unanimous roll
call vote.
14. COMMUNICATIONS
A. RON GARZINI, INTERIM EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
ALASKA ENERGY AUTHORITY
Chairman Kelly introduced Ron Garzini, newly appointed Interim
Executive Director of the Alaska Energy Authority. Mr. Garzini
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explained that the Energy Authority was currently recruiting for a
permanent executive director, but in the mean time, he felt it necessary
to begin some new initiatives now. Mr. Garzini stated that the role of
the Energy Authority needed to be defined. In part, questions needed to
be addressed regarding its role in the planning and development of the
state's rural energy needs and in the future development of energy
technology. Soliciting the help of the utilities, Mr. Garzini
recommended that by January 1993 a comprehensive energy program be
prepared and submitted to the Legislature. The AEA Board of Directors
has supported this initiative with the approval of $100,000 for the
retention of a consultant. Mr. Garzini asked the PMC for its assistance
in the development of the RFP and in the review and selection process of
the consultant. Additionally, once the consultant is selected,
Mr. Garzini asked that members of the PMC, as a part of a steering
committee, assist the consultant in the development of this program.
Chairman Kelly noted concern that January might be too late to present
such a plan to the legislature. However, Chairman Kelly pointed out
that the PMC had fully supported similar efforts by the previous
executive director and that support would likely continue. In response to
a discussion over the short time frame to accomplish the goal,
Mr. Garzini committed his efforts to streamline the process, where
possible, and encouraged the utilities to begin gathering their information
now.
Mr. Garzini also requested the utility managers provide input for
development projects qualifying for various federal funding opportunities
and a strategy to obtain the funding. Mr. Garzini further stated that
potential for federal funding could increase with the creation of "an
alliance" with other states such as Hawaii and Washington.
In an effort to resolve the law suit regarding the Bradley Lake operating
budget and AEA administrative costs, Mr. Garzini indicated his
availability to either receive or make a proposal. Mr. Garzini noted that
at the time of the Bradley Power Sales Agreement he was on the "other
side of the table" and offered the utilities the opportunity for new dialog
on the issue. Chairman Kelly stated that Mr. Garzini was welcome to
discuss the issue later at the Manager's Meeting. Mr. Garzini reiterated
his willingness to work with the PMC and his desire to resolve the issue
without litigation.
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12. OLD BUSINESS (continued)
F. SEPARATION OF OFFICE OF SECRETARY/TREASURER
Dave Highers reported that the Nominating Committee recommended the
position of Secretary/Treasurer be divided into two positions. According
to Bradley PMC bylaws, the position of Secretary would remain held by
AEA. The Treasurer would assume chairmanship of the Budget and
Finance Subcommittees. Dave Highers motioned, seconded by
Norm Story, that the position of Secretary/Treasurer be separated.
Without further discussion, the motion was passed_by a unanimous roll
call vote.
13. NEW BUSINESS
A. ELECTION OF OFFICERS
Dave Highers presented the following Nominating Committee proposal
for action:
Chairman Dave Highers
Vice Chairman Norm Story
Secretary AFA, as required by PMC bylaws
Treasurer Ken Ritchey
Chairman Kelly inquired if there was any need to hold a separate vote
for each office. None was indicated. The motion, seconded by
Ken Ritchey and Paul Diener, passed by unanimous roll call vote.
Mr. Kelly was applauded by the committee members in recognition of
his efforts as chairman of the PMC.
The remaining business of the meeting was conducted by the newly
elected chairman.
APPROVAL OF COMMITTEE EXPENSES
A chart of Bradley Lake related utility expenses and Section 31 Costs for
May 15 through June 30, 1992 was distributed to the committee
(Attachment 3). No utility expenses were indicated. Mr. Petrie noted
that the $23,537.01 submitted as Section 31 Costs nearly depleted the
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bond funds. Mr. Saxton noted that future committee expenses would be
treated as an operating cost and paid out of the PMC O&M budget.
Mr. Kelly motioned, seconded by Mr. Diener to approve reimbursement
of the submitted utility Section 31 Costs. The motion was approved
unanimously without comment or discussion.
FREQUENCY GOVERNOR OSCILLATIONS
Chairman Highers referred to the prepared motion previously distributed
(Attachment 2). Tom Stahr moved that the motion read as prepared with
the addition of one last sentence. In its entirety the motion then read:
Move that the PMC direct the TCS in conjunction
with the Dispatch and Operations Subcommittee to
investigate the frequency oscillations associated with
the islanding of the Bradley Lake System. The TCS
should, within the next 30 days, identify all short term
solutions which may be viable for implementation for
up to a 90 day period. The solutions should be
brought to the PMC with a discussion on the benefits
and operating restrictions imposed by each of the
proposed solutions to allow for implementation by the
PMC.
The TCS should also identify proposed long term
solutions and within the next 45 days bring forward to
the PMC proposed long term solutions with a
discussion on each possible solution and a schedule on
implementation.
Energy storage and retrieval systems including
hydraulic, pneumatic, magnetic, and electrochemical
shall be considered as enhancements for control and
load acceptance.
The motion was seconded by Norm Story. Brent Petrie noted that
Dave Eberle was currently out of state and requested that the TCS be
given 15 days additional time to investigate the problem and present a
solution to the PMC. With the consent of Mr. Stahr, the motion was
amended to reflect the additional time. Mr. Burlingame noted that
Mr. Eberle had already taken measures to address the problem and
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further expressed concern that the present situation posed a significant
risk to the southern Kenai system. Norm Story, noting the recent
outages, concurred with Mr. Burlingame's concern. Mr. Petrie assured
the PMC that the issue would be addressed by AEA as soon as possible.
Mr. Burlingame clarified that the TCS does not have any proposals to
resolve the problem at this time, although, as long as the Kenai is
exporting power, CEA has implemented what they believe to be a
solution. Because of discussion concerning the suggested time frame of
the motion, Mr. Kelly moved that the motion be divided, allowing
consideration of the first paragraph of the original proposal made by
Mr. Highers and then consideration of the second paragraph of the
original proposal,together with the additional statement by Mr. Stahr,
and the 15 day time extension requested by Mr. Petrie. The motion,
seconded by Mr. Petrie was approved by a unanimous roll call vote.
Mr. Kelly called for the vote on the first part of the "original" motion:
Move that the PMC direct the TCS in conjunction
with the Dispatch and Operations Subcommittee to
investigate the frequency oscillations associated with
the islanding of the Bradley Lake System. The TCS
should, within the next 30 days, identify all short term
solutions which may be viable for implementation for
up to a 90 day period. The solutions should be
brought to the PMC with a discussion on the benefits
and operating restrictions imposed by each of the
proposed solutions to allow for implementation by the
PMC.
The motion was approved by unanimous roll call vote.
Chairman Highers called for the vote on the second part:
The TCS should also identify proposed long term
solutions and within the next 60 days bring forward to
the PMC proposed long term solutions with a
discussion on each possible solution and a schedule on
implementation.
Energy storage and retrieval systems including
hydraulic, pneumatic, magnetic, and electrochemical
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load acceptance.
Mr. Kelly interjected that if the "surge tank issue" was resurrected and
became a solution to the problem that it would be a project cost issue.
Noting past discussions on the surge tank, Mr. Kelly suggested that if
the need for the system was handled as a new item of construction, it be
made clear that the intent was to identify a means of faster response.
Tom Stahr stated his belief that the issues were closely related and that
the problem should be addressed while project construction funds were
still available.
Dave Burlingame expressed concern over the perception of the problem,
clarifying that the problem was the way in which the Bradley Lake
governor interacts with the islanded system. Mr. Burlingame further
stated that it was a design problem and the tunnel design and Kenai
islanding system were factors. It was noted that the two related outages
occurred while the Kenai was exporting power, and that, in those
instances, Bradley Lake responded faster than any gas turbine.
Stating that neither the problem nor the solution could be determined at
this time, Mr. Petrie called for the vote. The motion was approved by
unanimous roll call vote.
BRADLEY ONE GENERATOR OPERATION
BRADLEY MINIMUM UNIT DOWN TIME
Chairman Highers, having conferred with Ron Saxton, stated that
because these were matters related specifically to scheduling (and which
did not result in changing a utility's project share), PMC approval of
these motions was not necessary. It was clarified that issues related to
operation and scheduling procedures would be handled at the Operations
& Dispatch Subcommittee level.
BRADLEY SEISMIC MEASUREMENT ISSUES
Mr. Garzini assured the PMC that he would make arrangements to meet
with Dr. Akasofu and would report back to the PMC.
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14. COMMUNICATIONS (continuted)
B. SCHEDULE NEXT MEETING
August 24, 1992
10:00 a.m.
CEA Training Room
15. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, the committee adjourned at 12:20 p.m.
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Brent N. Petrie, Secretary
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ATTACHMENT 1
CHUGACH ELECTRIC ASSOCIATION, INC.
Anchorage, Alaska
July 21, 1992
TO: Bradley Lake Project Management Committee
FROM: David W. Burlingame, TCS Secretary 72 LP
SUBJECT: TCS Meeting - July 7, 1992 .
The following is a synopsis of the previous TCS meeting:
svc Project Status - The Contractor has begun construction of the
foundations, conduit, ground grid and building erection. Work is
proceeding smoothly although it is approximately 2 weeks behind
ABB's original schedule.
Transformer tests are scheduled for July 28, 1992.
svc simulator tests are scheduled for July 20, 1992.
Bradley Lake Status - The project is operating normally without any
planned outages. Water projections indicate this will be an above
average year.
DECNET Status - The VAX computer was shipped back to Landys & Gyr
for correction. Tests are scheduled for July 24, 1992.
Simulator Studies - The proposed simulator studies were reviewed
and comments requested. The studies outline what parameters will
be tested in ABB's simulator lab and also what tests ABB would like
to see repeated in the field.
Filed testing may begin as early as October.
Bradley Lake Governor Problems - The TCS reviewed a letter from the
Bradley Lake Dispatcher concerning the unacceptable performance of
Bradley Lake following islanding conditions. The committee was
briefed on the June 3, 1992 outage of the Kenai.
Following islanding conditions, the Bradley Lake governor begins
oscillations which have resulted in the Kenai shedding all three
stages of loadshedding. PTI's studies to date had indicated there
should have been no loadshedding for this event or the event of July 8, 1992.
Chugach has implemented some control changes in conjunction with
SWEC which should prevent loadshedding for the conditions where the
Kenai is exporting over a certain amount of power. The solution
for those times when the Kenai is importing or exporting a small
amount of power was to be addressed by SWEC.
ATTACHMENT 2
CMotion)- Move that the PMC direct the TCS in conjunction with the
Dispa ch & Operations Subcommittee to investigate the frequency
oscillations associated with the islanding of the Bradley Lake
system. The TCS should, within the next 30 days identify all short
term solutions which may be viable for implementation for up to a
90 day period. ‘fhe solutions should be brought to the PMC with a
discussion on the benefits and operating restrictions imposed by
each of the proposed solutions to allow for implementation by the
PMC.
The TCS should also identify proposed long term solutions and
within the next 45 days bring forward to the PMC proposed long term
solutions with a discussion on each possible solution and a
schedule on implementation.
ATTACHMENT 3
Suite 1800 ATER WYNNE 2225 Columbia fees in
DODSON Fax (503) 226-0079
& SKERRITT
ATTORNEYS AT LAW
July 21, 1992
VIA _ FEDERAL EXPRESS RECEIVED
Brent Petrie JUL 22 1992
Alaska Energy Authority 701 East Tudor Road yiaska Energy Authority
Anchorage, AK 99510-0869
Re: Bradley Lake Utility Expenses Through June 1992
Dear Brent:
Enclosed is the chart of unreimbursed Bradley Lake costs
from the period May 15, 1992 through June 30, 1992.
Let me know if you have any questions.
Sincerely,
oes G. Westby,
Legal Assistant
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LEGAL AND
FINANCE
1990 UTILITY
OPINION
UNREIMBURSED BRADLEY LAKE COSTS
COSTS INCURRED
May through June, 1992
As Submitted to Ater Wynne
PROJECT COSTS
SECTION 31 COSTS
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LEGAL
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CHUGACH: No costs submitted.
GVEA: Includes cost information from February through April, 1992.
HOMER: Includes cost information from February through April, 1992.
MATANUSKA: Cost form claims zero expenses from December 15, 1991 through May 15, 1992.
ML&P: No costs submitted.
SEWARD: Includes cost information from January through April, 1992.
ATER WYNNE: Includes legal fees and costs from May 15, through June 30, 1992.
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Forward completed chart to:
Ron Saxton
Ater Wynne
222 SW Columbia, Ste. 1800
Portland, OR 97201
UNREIMBURSED BRADLEY LAKE COSTS
UTILITY _Ater Wynne MONTH May 15 - June 30, 1992
RETURN NO LATER THAN
PROJECT COSTS
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1990 FINANCE TEAM PARTICIPATION
All travel-related expenses for members of the Finance Team for
trip and meetings associated with the second financing.
LEGAL EXPENSES FOR FINANCING EFFORTS
Legal fees of the Committee attorney relating to the second
financing effort.
OPINIONS OF COUNSEL
Scope of work on 1990 second financing effort to be determined
later.
TCC EXPENSES
Travel and meeting expenses associated with your utility's
participation on the Technical Coordinating Committee.
Do not include amounts for staff time.
SECTION 31 COSTS
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BPMC ORGANIZATION
] (a) BPMC-approved costs for conducting Committee meetings
and general business.
(b) Legal expenses for representation of Committee.
CATEGORY TOTAL AMOUNT |
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23,537.01 |
IN ACCOUNT WITH
ATER WYNNE HEWITT DODSON & SKERRITT
Lawyers
Suite 1800
222 S.W. Columbia
Portland, Oregon 97201-6618
Bradley Lake Project Management
Committee/Utilities Group
Attn: Michael P. Kelly
Box 1249
Fairbanks, Alaska 99707
July 13, 1992
For professional services and expenses May 15 through May 31, 1992:
General $ 1,680.56 Dispute Regarding AEA Administrative Costs 3,342.40
TOTAL AMOUNT DUE PER THIS STATEMENT $ 5,022.96
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IN ACCOUNT WITH
ATER WYNNE HEWITT DODSON & SKERRITT
Lawyers
Suite 1800
222 S.W. Columbia
Portland, Oregon 97201-6618
Bradley Lake Project Management
Committee/Utilities Group
Attn: Michael P. Kelly
Box 1249
Fairbanks, Alaska 99707
July 13, 1992
For professional services and expenses in June 1992:
General $ 10,925.39 Dispute Regarding AEA Administrative Costs 7,588.66
TOTAL AMOUNT DUE PER THIS STATEMENT $ 18,514.05
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