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Application Forms and Instructions
This instruction page and the following grant application constitutes the Grant Application Form for
Round VIII of the Renewable Energy Fund. A separate application form is available for projects
with a primary purpose of producing heat (see RFA section 1.5). This is the standard form for all
other projects, including projects that will produce heat and electricity. An electronic version of the
Request for Applications (RFA) and both application forms is available online at:
http://www.akenergyauthority.org/REFund8.html.
If you need technical assistance filling out this application, please contact Shawn Calfa, the
Alaska Energy Authority Grants Administrator at (907) 771-3031 or at scalfa@aidea.org.
If you are applying for grants for more than one project, provide separate application forms
for each project.
Multiple phases for the same project may be submitted as one application.
If you are applying for grant funding for more than one phase of a project, provide
milestones and grant budget for each phase of the project.
In order to ensure that grants provide sufficient benefit to the public, AEA may limit
recommendations for grants to preliminary development phases in accordance with 3 ACC
107.605(1).
If some work has already been completed on your project and you are requesting funding
for an advanced phase, submit information sufficient to demonstrate that the preceding
phases are completed and funding for an advanced phase is warranted.
If you have additional information or reports you would like the Authority to consider in
reviewing your application, either provide an electronic version of the document with your
submission or reference a web link where it can be downloaded or reviewed.
In the sections below, please enter responses in the spaces provided, often under the
section heading. You may add additional rows or space to the form to provide sufficient
space for the information, or attach additional sheets if needed.
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submitted to the Authority may be subject to disclosure requirements under the act if no
statutory exemptions apply.
All applications received will be posted on the Authority web site after final
recommendations are made to the legislature.
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data be kept confidential subject to review and approval by the Authority. If you want
information is to be kept confidential the applicant must:
o Request the information be kept confidential.
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application.
o Receive concurrence from the Authority that the information will be kept confidential.
If the Authority determines it is not confidential it will be treated as a public record in
accordance with AS 40.25 or returned to the applicant upon request.
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SECTION 1 – APPLICANT INFORMATION
Name (Name of utility, IPP, or government entity submitting proposal)
Chitina Electric Inc. (CEI)
Type of Entity: Fiscal Year End:
Native Corporation Rural Utility 2014
Tax ID #92-0068532
Tax Status: ☒ For-profit ☐ Non-profit ☐ Government (check one)
Date of last financial statement audit: 6/09/2014 for fiscal year ending 12/31/13
Mailing Address: Physical Address:
Chitina Electric Inc.
P.O. Box 88
Chitina, Ak. 99566
Telephone: Fax: Email:
(907) 823-2220 (907) 823-2202 mnfinn@cvinternet.net
1.1 APPLICANT POINT OF CONTACT / GRANTS MANAGER
Name: Title:
Martin Finnesand, President/General Manager
Mailing Address:
P.O. Box 88
Chitina, AK 99566
Telephone: Fax: Email:
907-823-2223 907-822-4006 mnfinn@cvinternet.net
1.1.1 APPLICANT ALTERNATE POINTS OF CONTACT
Name Telephone: Fax: Email:
Harry Billum 907-823-2220 907-823-2202 N/A
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1.2 APPLICANT MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Please check as appropriate. If you do not to meet the minimum applicant requirements, your
application will be rejected.
1.2.1 As an Applicant, we are: (put an X in the appropriate box)
☒ An electric utility holding a certificate of public convenience and necessity under AS 42.05, or
☐ An independent power producer in accordance with 3 AAC 107.695 (a) (1), or
☐ A local government, or
☐ A governmental entity (which includes tribal councils and housing authorities)
1.2 APPLICANT MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS (continued)
Please check as appropriate.
☒ 1.2.2 Attached to this application is formal approval and endorsement for the project by the
applicant’s board of directors, executive management, or other governing authority. If the
applicant is a collaborative grouping, a formal approval from each participant’s governing
authority is necessary. (Indicate by checking the box)
☒ 1.2.3 As an applicant, we have administrative and financial management systems and follow
procurement standards that comply with the standards set forth in the grant agreement
(Section 3 of the RFA). (Indicate by checking the box)
☒ 1.2.4 If awarded the grant, we can comply with all terms and conditions of the award as
identified in the Standard Grant Agreement template at
http://www.akenergyauthority.org/REFund8.html. (Any exceptions should be clearly noted
and submitted with the application.) (Indicate by checking the box)
☒ 1.2.5 We intend to own and operate any project that may be constructed with grant funds for
the benefit of the general public. If no please describe the nature of the project and who will
be the primary beneficiaries. (Indicate yes by checking the box)
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SECTION 2 – PROJECT SUMMARY
This section is intended to be no more than a 2-3 page overview of your project.
2.1 Project Title – (Provide a 4 to 7 word title for your project). Type in space below.
Fivemile Creek Hydroelectric Project
2.2 Project Location –
Include the physical location of your project and name(s) of the community or communities that will
benefit from your project in the subsections below.
2.2.1 Location of Project – Latitude and longitude, street address, or community name.
Latitude and longitude coordinates may be obtained from Google Maps by finding you project’s
location on the map and then right clicking with the mouse and selecting “What is here? The
coordinates will be displayed in the Google search window above the map in a format as follows:
61.195676.-149.898663. If you would like assistance obtaining this information please contact
AEA at 907-771-3031.
This project is located on Fivemile Creek, which crosses the Edgerton Highway at mile 28,
approximately 5 miles north of Chitina, adjacent to the Chitina Airport. The project area is shown
on USGS quad map Valdez C-2. Latitude: 61o 34’ 56.04” N, Longitude: 144o 26’ 11.34”
2.2.2 Community benefiting – Name(s) of the community or communities that will be the
beneficiaries of the project.
The community of Chitina, ADOT facilities at the Chitina Airport, and local community services and
businesses will all benefit from clean, lower-cost energy that the proposed project would provide.
2.3 PROJECT TYPE
Put X in boxes as appropriate
2.3.1 Renewable Resource Type
☐ Wind ☐ Biomass or Biofuels (excluding heat-only)
☒ Hydro, Including Run of River ☐ Hydrokinetic
☐ Geothermal, Excluding Heat Pumps ☒ Transmission of Renewable Energy
☐ Solar Photovoltaic ☐ Storage of Renewable
☐ Other (Describe) ☐ Small Natural Gas
2.3.2 Proposed Grant Funded Phase(s) for this Request (Check all that apply)
Pre-Construction Construction
☐ Reconnaissance ☒ Final Design and Permitting
☐ Feasibility and Conceptual Design ☒ Construction
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2.4 PROJECT DESCRIPTION
Provide a brief one paragraph description of the proposed project.
The proposed Fivemile Creek Hydroelectric Project consists of the following major components:
1. Creek diversion / intake structure- The proposed diversion / intake structure would divert a
portion of the flow from Fivemile Creek into a pipeline (penstock and would also create a
small impoundment that would provide freeze protection.
2. Penstock – The proposed penstock will transport water from the intake structure to the
turbine powerhouse. The penstock will be buried, and will consist of insulated HDPE pipe
(low pressure reach) and schedule 20 welded steel pipe (high pressure reach). The pipe
will range from 12-20 inches in diameter and will be roughly 10,400 feet long. The purpose
of the penstock is to pressurize and deliver the water from the creek to the turbine power
plant.
3. Diversion Access Road – An access road will be constructed between the existing jeep trail
and the proposed diversion / intake structure location. This road will be approximately
2,850 feet long and will provide access for construction and maintenance of the diversion /
intake structure.
4. Turbine Building – the turbine building will house a 300 kW pelton wheel turbine / generator
and controls. The building foundation will include a tailrace that will return water from the
penstock to the creek.
5. Electrical Intertie - A 4-mile long overhead transmission line will connect the turbine power
plant step up transformer to the community grid. The transmission line was constructed
utilizing federal grant funds in 2008.
6. Diesel Integration - The proposed hydro switchgear will be linked to the community’s
existing diesel powerhouse controls. The diesel plant will function primarily as a backup
system after the hydro is constructed.
7. Heat Recovery – An electric boiler will be installed in the existing diesel module and
connected to the existing hydronic heat recovery system currently utilized to heat the clinic
building and the AST used to store diesel fuel for the diesel plant. The boiler will provide a
dual purpose: it will provide frequency control during operation of the hydro turbine and it
will allow for continued utilization of the existing heat recovery system infrastructure.
8. Excess energy utilization – During most times of the year, excess water flow will be
available to produce electricity above and beyond the community’s electric demand. During
these times the excess energy will be delivered to dispatchable loads throughout town. The
dispatchable loads will include electric heaters installed at community buildings, residential
living facilities and commercial facilities. The electric heaters will “displace” the need to burn
diesel fuel for space heating, and will provide an additional revenue stream for the utility.
2.5 PROJECT BENEFIT
Briefly discuss the financial and public benefits that will result from this project, (such as reduced
fuel costs, lower energy costs, local jobs created, etc.)
The proposed hydroelectric project will provide a new, renewable power source for the community
of Chitina, Alaska, that will help to stabilize the cost of electrical power generation. Currently, the
cost of power generation fluctuates, sometimes dramatically, due to the volatility of fuel prices. The
proposed project would reduce the amount of diesel fuel burned annually at the existing power
plant by 46,000 gallons. The result will be a more robust and sustainable utility. Lowered
operating costs, in the form of fuel savings, will also decrease the community’s reliance on Power
Cost Equalization funds, allowing the State’s funds to benefit other communities in need. In
addition, the proposed project will provide the security and reliability of multiple power sources for
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this remote community and create less environmental emissions than the current diesel powered
generation and heating systems.
During the construction phase, the proposed hydroelectric project will provide new construction
related employment and training opportunities for the local work force. In addition, excess energy
available from the facility will reduce the dependence on diesel fuel for space heating and provide
economic incentives to local businesses. The power generation capacity of the proposed hydro
facility will exceed the community’s current electrical demands most of the time and CEI intends to
pursue sales of electric heat to its customers. The electric heat will be an interruptible, separately
metered, and less expensive heating option for consumers. There are a number of current utility
customers that would benefit from lower cost electric heat including the local hotel, the local
grocery, the fire hall, Alaska Department of Transportation airport maintenance building, the local
community center, and adjacent HUD housing development. It is estimated that the dispatchable
electric heat systems will reduce the consumption of heating fuel in the community by around
20,000 gallons the first year.
Note that the Economic benefit analysis completed as part of this application indicates a payback
period of less than 25 years for the project, compared to a design life of 50 years (design life based
on information from AIDEA/AEA; the actual facility has the potential to last longer with proper
maintenance). The community will realize immediate and substantial economic benefit from the
project.
2.6 PROJECT BUDGET OVERVIEW
Briefly discuss the amount of funds needed, the anticipated sources of funds, and the nature and
source of other contributions to the project.
Below is a brief summary of funds required to complete remaining project tasks:
Additional Geophysical
Investigation at Diversion Site $35,000 REF Round IV
Construct Equipment Trail and
Perform Test Pits at Diversion
Site
$65,000 REF Round IV
Final Permit Applications $30,000 REF Round IV / VIII
100% Design Documents $200,000 REF Round IV / VIII
Procurement of Long Lead
Items $300,000 REF Round VIII
Contractor Solicitation $50,000 REF Round VIII
Construct Phase A – Access
Road, 5,000 LF Penstock,
Diversion Structure
$3,346,000 REF Round VIII
Construct Phase B – 5,400 LF
Penstock, Hydro Turbine
Building, Tailrace, Startup
$3,744,000 REF Round VIII
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2.7 COST AND BENEFIT SUMMARY
Include a summary of grant request and your project’s total costs and benefits below.
Costs for the Current Phase Covered by this Grant
(Summary of funds requested)
2.7.1 Grant Funds Requested in this application $ 7,620,000
2.7.2 Cash match to be provided $ 0
2.7.3 In-kind match to be provided $Land for Project
2.7.4 Other grant funds to be provided $
2.7.5 Total Costs for Requested Phase of Project (sum of 2.7.1 through 2.7.4) $ 7,620,000
Other items for consideration
2.7.6 Other grant applications not yet approved None
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Project Costs & Benefits
(Summary of total project costs including work to date and future cost estimates to get to a fully
operational project)
2.7.7 Total Project Cost
Summary from Cost Worksheet, Section 4.4.4, including
estimates through construction.
$ 7,770,000 Includes all
remaining project costs.
2.7.8 Additional Performance Monitoring Equipment not
covered by the project but required for the Grant
Only applicable to construction phase projects
$ 0
2.7.9 Estimated Direct Financial Benefit (Savings)
The economic model used by AEA is available at
www.akenergyauthority.org/REFund8.html. This
economic model may be used by applicants but is not
required. Other economic models developed by the
applicant may be used, however the final benefit/cost
ratio used will be derived from the AEA model to ensure
a level playing field for all applicants.
$ 8,378,318 (NPV output
value from AEA Economic
Model Spreadsheet)
Note that the value of
displaced fuel over the life of
the project, assuming a fuel
cost of $4.33/gallon, is over
$14 million.
2.7.10 Other Public Benefit
If you can calculate the benefit in terms of dollars please
provide that number here and explain how you
calculated that number in Section 5 below.
Up to 812,000 kW-h in excess
energy will be available for
sale during summer months.
If sold to the public at a rate
$.10 less than normal, this
equates to a public savings
of over $80,000.
SECTION 3 – PROJECT MANAGEMENT PLAN
Describe who will be responsible for managing the project and provide a plan for successfully
completing the project within the scope, schedule and budget proposed in the application.
3.1 Project Manager
Tell us who will be managing the project for the Grantee and include contact information, a resume
and references for the manager(s). In the electronic submittal, please submit resumes as separate
PDFs if the applicant would like those excluded from the web posting of this application. If the
applicant does not have a project manager indicate how you intend to solicit project management
support. If the applicant expects project management assistance from AEA or another government
entity, state that in this section.
Mr. Alan Fetters, Alaska Energy Authority
Tel: 907-771-3064
Fax: 907-771-3044
Email: afetters@aidea.org
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3.2 Project Schedule and Milestones
Please fill out the schedule below. Be sure to identify key tasks and decision points in your project
along with estimated start and end dates for each of the milestones and tasks. Please clearly
identify the beginning and ending of all phases of your proposed project.
Please fill out form provided below. You may add additional rows as needed.
Milestones Tasks Start Date
End
Date
Completed to Date
Conceptual Design Report
(Complete)
Hydrology Investigation and Modelling, Site Control
Research, Preliminary Equipment Sizing, Field
Investigations, Concept Drawings, Aerial Mapping
and LIDAR contour generation, Field Survey,
preliminary Geotechnical Investigation
Complete
65% Design Efforts
(Complete)
Survey of Clearing Limits, Clearing Along
Penstock/Access Road Alignment (Performed by
Force Account Crew), Constructability Review by
Seasoned Pioneer Road Construction Foreman,
Geophysical Field Investigation (Ground Penetrating
Radar study to Determine Depth to Bedrock, 65%
Level Design of Penstock, Access Road, Intake
/Diversion Structure, Hydro Turbine Building,
Building Foundation and Tailrace.
Complete
65% Construction Cost Estimate
(Complete)
A construction cost estimate was developed based on
the 65% drawings and is the basis for the
construction funding request in this grant application.
The 65% plans were provided to multiple Alaska-
based contractors who specialize in heavy civil
construction, concrete forming and pouring,
chemical grouting and other construction fields
relevant to specific project tasks. Unlike some other
projects, the design team did not develop the cost
estimate using ambiguous and/or outdated unit costs
from a textbook. Instead, we tapped the construction
expertise and experience of local contractors who do
this type of work every season.
Complete
Permitting Coordination
(Complete)
Confirm that FERC Permit is not Required
Enter Formal Consultation and Submit
Preliminary Permitting Applications to
Interested Agencies: ADOT Right of Way,
SHPO, ACOE, FAA, Alaska Dam Safety
Office, ADF&G
Received Final Permit Clearances from:
FERC, FAA. Remaining permits required
Submittal of 65%+ Design Drawings Prior
to Formal Permit Issuance
Complete
To be completed
Additional Field Investigation
The Ground Penetrating Radar study conducted as
part of the 65% design process revealed a substantial
depth of fragmented rock above the bedrock surface
at the proposed diversion / intake site. As a result, a
portion of the diversion foundation system will likely
not be tied into solid bedrock. In order to prevent
excessive seepage the construction cost estimate
includes a concrete cut off wall and chemical
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grouting operation (a conservative approach).
In hopes of reducing the assumed costs additional
geotechnical and geophysical field work is planned
to better characterize and quantify the porosity of the
stream bed material.
Final Permit Applications Submit 65% level Plans to Permitting
Agencies Listed Above with the appropriate
Requests for Final Approval.
Based on Consultation Completed to Date,
no Major Obstacles are Anticipated.
10/14 6/15
100% Design Drawings Remaining design tasks will include:
Incorporation of any additional field data
collected since the 65% plans.
Preparation of final details for seepage
control measures, if necessary.
Optimize / supplement existing details, such
as adding manufacturer provided details and
product information, finalizing structural
member sizes, etc.
Preparation of separate, written, technical
specifications in CSI format.
11/15 6/15
REF Round VIII Grant Award to CEI
(If Awarded)
8/1/15 8/1/15
Procurement of Long Lead Items Due to long lead times, and to save cost of contractor
markup on major purchases, the following items will
be owner provided:
Hydro turbine and generator
Switchgear and controls
Penstock pipe
8/2/15 3/1/16
Bid Document Preparation Working with AEA, bid documents will be
developed as necessary to advertise and award the
project to a construction contractor.
8/2/15 9/2/15
Project Advertisement and Award Includes advertisement, protest and award periods 9/15/15 11/1/15
Construct Phase A – Construct Access Road, 5,000 LF Penstock, and
Diversion Structure 6/1/2016 11/2016
Construct Phase B – Construct Remaining 5,400 LF Penstock, Hydro
Turbine Building, and Tailrace, 6/1/2017 11/2017
System Startup 2017/2018
3.3 Project Resources
Describe the personnel, contractors, personnel or firms, equipment, and services you will use to
accomplish the project. Include any partnerships or commitments with other entities you have or
anticipate will be needed to complete your project. Describe any existing contracts and the
selection process you may use for major equipment purchases or contracts. Include brief resumes
and references for known, key personnel, contractors, and suppliers as an attachment to your
application.
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Chitina Electric, Inc. (CEI)
Martin Finnesand, (CEI President), will be the project contact from CEI. He has over 25 years of
experience in his position with CEI and is very familiar with past and present construction projects
in the community. CEI has administered the local utility since its inception, in 1981. Utility
personnel have attended AVTEC training and are certified as powerhouse operators; they also
have hydro operations training. It is the intent that the local operators will be involved with QA/QC
during construction of the proposed hydro facility to enhance their understanding of system
operation and maintenance requirements.
Alaska Energy Authority (AEA)
CEI and AEA established a good working relationship during the AEA / Denali Commission
sponsored Chitina Rural Power System Upgrade Project which resulted in the construction of the
community’s current diesel power plant in 2008. CEI has requested that any grant funds awarded
through the REF Program be managed through the AEA. AEA has the staff, and experience to
effectively manage the planning, design, and construction phases of the project. Continuing the
established relationship between CEI and AEA for the proposed hydro project will provide for
efficient and cost effective implementation of the grant resources. AEA project manager, Mr. Alan
Fetters, will be the primary AEA contact for the project.
Technical / Engineering Consultants
The design team will consist of multiple engineering firms. CRW Engineering Group, under
contract to the AEA, will act as the primary engineer for this project. CRW is a multi-discipline
engineering firm that’s been in business in Alaska for over 30 years. CRW provides engineering
design and construction management services in the fields of rural and municipal utilities, bulk fuel,
power systems, electrical distribution and heavy civil work. Other key design team members
include Golder Associates (Geotechnical engineering), Gray Stassel Engineering (mechanical
systems and controls), Clifton Laboratories (hydrology and hydraulic transient analysis), Solstice
Alaska Consulting, Inc. (Hydro Permitting Specialists), and Rick Elliot, Land Consultant (site
control). Constructability review and cost estimating services were provided by Mr. Lyle Lundberg,
a construction foreman with Southeast Road Builders with over 25 years of experience with heavy
civil construction. Most recently, Lyle was the construction foreman and head equipment operator
for the Lake Dorothy Hydro Project, access road construction, located about 15 miles from Juneau.
Resumes for specific project personnel are attached.
Procurement
Since the grant will be managed through the Alaska Energy Authority, state of Alaska procurement
policies will be applied, insuring that material and professional service solicitations are completed
in a fair, transparent manner.
3.4 Project Communications
Discuss how you plan to monitor the project and keep the Authority informed of the status. Please
provide an alternative contact person and their contact information.
The AEA will be managing the project, which will insure that the Authority remains informed about
project activities. The following methods will be implemented to insure seamless communication
between the project team:
A weekly project status meeting / teleconference including representatives from AEA, CEI
and CRW Engineering Group.
During construction a CEI employee will be designated as the Onsite Project
Representative (OPR). The OPR will observe the contractor, prepare daily reports
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documenting contractor activities and facilitate communication between the Contractor and
the project management team.
During construction the Engineer will make periodic site inspections to monitor the progress
and quality of the work.
3.5 Project Risk
Discuss potential problems and how you would address them.
As with any remote project, there are some potential risks associated with construction of the
proposed hydroelectric facility. The goal of the project team is to minimize the potential risks via
thorough planning, proper field investigations and realistic design assumptions. Over the past year
the following potential risks have been addressed:
1. Access Road Alignment – During early planning stages there was a concern that the
proposed access road to the intake was not feasible due to terrain features. Over the 2014
season we have proved that the road is feasible through onsite survey, substantial tree and
brush clearing and onsite constructability review by a seasoned road contractor.
2. Penstock Grade- There were early concerns that the proposed penstock could not “escape
the canyon” while maintaining a positive downhill grade. The 2014 field efforts have proven
that it is possible to keep a positive grade, with no need for a siphon or other less reliable
approaches.
3. Bedrock Depth – Prior to this season the bedrock depth at the diversion site and along the
access road and penstock alignment was unknown. A Ground Penetrating Radar study
completed during the 2014 season has provided this information which was critical to
developing a realistic cost estimate.
4. Freeze Protection – Computer modeling completed during the 2014 season suggests that
minimal insulation will be required to protect the proposed buried penstock from freezing.
Temperature data loggers placed in the ground and in the creek during the summer of 2014
will collect actual soil and water temperature data over the winter of 2014/2015, allowing the
design engineers to better calibrate the models for actual field conditions.
5. Potential Seepage at Diversion – The GPR study completed during the 2014 season
revealed that bedrock at the proposed diversion site is relatively deep, and is overlain with
alluvial, potentially porous material. A combination of engineered solutions has been
incorporated into the current design and construction cost estimate to insure that seepage
beneath the completed diversion structure will be manageable. The current approach is
believed to be conservative, and would include installation of a concrete cutoff wall in
combination with chemical grouting of the alluvial material. Additional geophysical and
geotechnical investigations are planned over the 2014/2015 season to better characterize
the alluvial material and estimate its permeability. The need for a cutoff wall and/or grouting
operation will be revisited after the field work results are available.
It is not possible to eliminate all risks associated with a project of this type. However, with proper
planning, field studies and diligent design it is possible to mitigate most concerns. The project
team has worked hard to address major concerns identified to date and to account for their costs in
the construction cost estimate.
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3.6 Project Accountant(s)
Tell us who will be performing the accounting of this Project for the Grantee and include contact
information, a resume and references for the project accountant(s). In the electronic submittal,
please submit resumes as separate PDFs if the applicant would like those excluded from the web
posting of this application. If the applicant does not have a project accountant indicate how you
intend to solicit project management support.
Financial accounting will be handled through the Alaska Energy Authority accounting, contracting
and procurement departments as appropriate.
3.7 Financial Accounting System
Discuss the accounting system that will be used to account for project costs and whom will be the
primary user of the accounting system.
The AEA accounting system will be utilized to track project costs. AEA employees will be the
primary users of the system.
3.8 Financial Management Controls
Discuss the controls that will be utilized to ensure that only costs that are reasonable, ordinary and
necessary will be allocated to this project. Also discuss the controls in place that will ensure that
no expenses for overhead, or any other unallowable costs will be requested for reimbursement
from the Renewable Energy Fund Grant Program.
AEA accounting personnel will monitor the project expenditures. AEA already has controls in place
to ensure that only allowable costs are passed through to the grant.
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SECTION 4 – PROJECT DESCRIPTION AND TASKS
The level of information will vary according to phase(s) of the project you propose to undertake
with grant funds.
If some work has already been completed on your project and you are requesting funding for an
advanced phase, submit information sufficient to demonstrate that the preceding phases are
satisfied and funding for an advanced phase is warranted.
4.1 Proposed Energy Resource
Describe the potential extent/amount of the energy resource that is available.
Discuss the pros and cons of your proposed energy resource vs. other alternatives that may be
available for the market to be served by your project. For pre-construction applications, describe
the resource to the extent known. For design and permitting or construction projects, please
provide feasibility documents, design documents, and permitting documents (if applicable) as
attachments to this application.
The project Conceptual Design Report (CDR) completed in January 2012 provides a detailed
description of the Fivemile Creek resource as well as the results of regional hydrologic studies,
economic feasibility analysis, and a discussion of / comparison with other alternatives considered.
Hard copies of the CDR were provided to AEA as part of previous REF applications (REF rounds
IV and V); an electronic copy is attached to this application. Additional hardcopies can be provided
upon request.
4.2 Existing Energy System
4.2.1 Basic configuration of Existing Energy System
Briefly discuss the basic configuration of the existing energy system. Include information about the
number, size, age, efficiency, and type of generation.
CEI’s existing diesel power plant was constructed in 2008 and energized in September, 2009. The
project, which replaced the community’s aged, non-code compliant diesel power plant, was funded
through the Denali Commission and managed by the Alaska Energy Authority. The facility consists
of a pre-engineered, modular metal structure (15’ x 42’) founded on concrete strip footings. The
structure contains three diesel gensets, including one 54kW and two 117 kW units, and paralleling
switchgear. The power plant SCADA system reports typical generation efficiencies of around 12.2
kW-h per gallon of diesel consumed. Power is generated at 480 volts AC and stepped up to
7.2/12.47 kV, using a pad mount transformer. A 4-mile overhead 3-phase transmission line
connects the power plant to the community power grid; the intertie was designed to provide a tie-in
point for the proposed hydroelectric plant.
4.2.2 Existing Energy Resources Used
Briefly discuss your understanding of the existing energy resources. Include a brief discussion of
any impact the project may have on existing energy infrastructure and resources.
The proposed project will reduce the amount of diesel fuel consumed by the community for energy
production and space heating. Total diesel fuel avoidance is estimated at 65,000 gallons per year.
Power Generation Diesel Fuel Avoidance:
Currently, the community is completely reliant on its diesel generators for all power production. The
latest PCE annual report indicates that the existing CEI power plant consumes approximately
46,000 gallons of diesel fuel per year at an average cost of $4.33/gal (total delivered cost of
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$200,000). Each gallon of fuel produced an average of 12.2 kWh, for a total estimated output of
565,000 kWh, equivalent to a continuous power output of roughly 65kW.
The proposed Fivemile Creek Hydroelectric Project will essentially replace the diesel plant during
all but the lowest flow events. The diesel plant will likely operate only a few hundred hours per
year, and will function primarily as a backup power supply. The project would substantially reduce
electric utility operating costs through diesel fuel avoidance, effectively lowering and stabilizing the
cost of power generation in the community.
Space Heating Diesel Fuel Avoidance:
During most of the year it is expected that the available stream flow coupled with the proposed 300
kW pelton wheel turbine will be more than adequate for meeting community electric demand.
When excess capacity is available, the excess energy will be utilized to heat community,
commercial, and residential facilities throughout town. The availability of lower cost, electric heat
is expected to benefit the community by extending the operating hours / season for the local stores
and guide services. Further, The Chitina Native Corporation is in the process of purchasing a
commercial ice maker to provide ice to fishermen in the summer. Excess power during peak flow
periods can be used to power the ice maker. It is estimated that excess energy from the proposed
hydro facility will displace more than 20,000-gallons of heating oil currently utilized for space
heating, and provide the equivalent of 1,000 gallons of diesel fuel for ice production annually.
4.2.3 Existing Energy Market
Discuss existing energy use and its market. Discuss impacts your project may have on energy
customers.
Based on the latest (2013) PCE report, annual electrical consumption in the community was
approximately 565,000 kWh, equating to a 1% increase compared to 2012 figures. The majority of
electric demand in Chitina is residential at this time. However, the community hosts a large
number of dip netters in the summer and is actively developing its tourism market:
Dip netting along the Copper River brings approximately 10,000 fishermen, tourists, and
campers to Chitina Annually.
The local historic hotel was recently renovated by a new owner. Over $1-million in
improvements were completed. The Hotel was booked solid throughout most of the
summer.
The local RV campground is heavily utilized and plans are in the works to expand the
facility.
A modern and scenic multi-million dollar bike path was completed in 2008.
The Chitina Native Corporation is in the process of purchasing a commercial cube ice
making machine with a capacity of 1,000 lbs per day. The ice will be produced using
excess energy from the hydro plant and sold to dip netters and tourists.
As previously discussed, the proposed hydroelectric facility will dramatically reduce diesel fuel
consumption and help stabilize energy generation costs. When available, excess power will be
offered to consumers at a reduced rate, providing a more cost effective method of heating
structures than using diesel fuel. Several existing businesses, including the local grocery store and
local river guide service, have indicated they would consider extending their operating seasons if
heating costs could be reduced. The proposed project will help to facilitate these and other
business growth opportunities in the community.
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4.3 Proposed System
Describe the system you are intending to develop and address potential system design, land
ownership, permits, and environmental issues.
4.3.1 System Design
Provide the following information for the proposed renewable energy system:
A description of renewable energy technology specific to project location
Optimum installed capacity
Anticipated capacity factor
Anticipated annual generation
Anticipated barriers
Basic integration concept
Delivery methods
System Design – Primary working components of the proposed Fivemile Creek Hydro Project
include:
1. a concrete diversion / intake structure,
2. 10,400 LF of buried, insulated penstock,
3. a turbine building housing a 300 kW Pelton Wheel Turbine
4. a 4-mile overhead electrical intertie to connect the generation equipment to the
community’s existing grid (this portion of the project was constructed in 2008).
5. An electric boiler (frequency control unit) connected to the existing clinic hydronic heat
recovery system
6. Dispatchable electric heating elements for utilizing excess energy at various community
facilities.
The diversion/intake structure will incorporate a pneumatic spillway gate (Obermeyer gate) to flush
sediment buildup. The pool created by the diversion will protect the intake from freezing. Power
and communication lines will be extended to the intake location to power the gate and provide
SCADA controls. The intake will be accessible via a proposed 12-ft wide road.
The proposed penstock will consist of a combination of High Density Polyethylene (HDPE) and
steel pipe sections; the diameter of the pipeline will range from 20 to 12 inches. The pipeline will
be buried. The design of the pipeline addresses thrust restraint, air release/vacuum concerns,
water hammer effects, etc. The penstock will terminate at a hydroelectric powerhouse situated
adjacent to the community’s existing diesel powerhouse. The turbine building will include a pelton
turbine, generator, and necessary controls. Water from the turbine tailrace will be directed back
into Fivemile Creek, below the Edgerton Highway culvert. The facility will operate under
approximately 950 feet of static head.
Optimum Installed Capacity – Turbine selection was based on a review of historic community
demands, as well as extensive hydraulic and hydrologic modeling. The selected turbine size (300
kW) provides good generation efficiency at expected design loads over the life of the project, while
providing an appropriate level of excess capacity during periods of high flow to power expected
heating and future commercial loads.
Anticipated Capacity Factor – Estimating the capacity factor for the proposed hydro plant will
depend on a number of factors, and is heavily influenced by the availability and utilization of
excess energy from year to year. For this discussion we assume that the capacity factor is defined
as the ratio of the actual output of the power plant to its potential output if operating at nameplate
capacity over one year. For the initial years of operation it is assumed that the hydro plant will meet
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the community load 90% of the time (10 % diesel on time for maintenance, troubleshooting, etc).
Further, it is assumed that dispatchable load heaters displace approximately 20,000 gallons of
heating fuel. Based on these assumptions, and a turbine nameplate capacity of 300 kW, the
estimated capacity factor would be around 30%. Note that the factor will increase over time as
community demand increases. For instance, assuming a 1% per year growth rate, the capacity
factor in 2034 will be around 37%. Note that these match well with typical hydroelectric facility
capacity factors throughout the industry. For instance, the average capacity factor for the Hoover
Dam is 23%.
Anticipated Annual Generation – It is estimated that the proposed hydro plant will supply the full
community demand 90% of the time during a typical year. Further, it is assumed that the hydro
plant will displace 20,000 gallons of heating fuel per year via dispatchable load heating units.
Based on PCE data, the current annual electric demand is around 565,000 kW-h (90% of this
amount is 510,000 kW-h). Further, assuming that a gallon of heating oil is equivalent to 30 kw-h of
end user heat, the dispatchable electric heaters will deliver around 600,000 kW-h of energy.
Based on this accounting, the total anticipated annual generation from the hydro plant will be
approximately 510,000 kW-h + 600,000 kW-h = 1.1 MW-h of energy. The annual generation is
expected to increase with population and industrial growth in the community.
Potential Barriers – The project design documents are currently at the 65% level. The design
team has taken great care in identifying and addressing potential challenges or “fatal flaws”
throughout the design process. Field investigations to date include multi-year stream gauging,
LIDAR aerial contour generation, ground survey, penstock alignment clearing, geophysical survey
(ground penetrating radar), constructability review, and fish habitat assessment and gap analysis.
At this time design and construction of the proposed facilities appears feasible. Some additional
field work will be required to characterize the porosity of the material beneath the proposed
diversion structure. However, the current design and cost estimate includes a conservative sum to
address any seepage issues via a cutoff wall and chemical grouting of the foundation.
Basic Integration Concept – The proposed hydro system controls will be connected to, and
integrated with the existing diesel power plant controls. The hydro system will be capable of
providing prime power to the community year round, with the diesel plant operating as a backup
system. The community’s diesel plant has state of the art PLC-based controls that will readily
interface and synchronize with the hydro plant controls. The proposed hydro plant will include a
full Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) control system, including high-speed
internet link and video cameras allowing Anchorage based technicians to monitor and assist local
operators with troubleshooting the system when necessary.
Delivery Method – The hydro plant will generate power at 480 volts, and transformers adjacent to
the plant will step the voltage up to 7.2/12.47 kV. Power from the hydro plant will be transmitted to
the community’s electrical grid via an existing 4-mile long, 3-phase, overhead power line.
4.3.2 Land Ownership
Identify potential land ownership issues, including whether site owners have agreed to the project
or how you intend to approach land ownership and access issues.
Land required for the development of the proposed improvements is owned by Chitina Native
Corporation, and will be provided to the utility as an in-kind contribution to the project. The utility,
Chitina Electric Inc, is owned by the Chitina Native Corporation and donation of the land is
considered a benefit to the community and Corporation shareholders.
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A portion of the proposed penstock will cross through the Edgerton Highway Right of Way (ROW),
owned by the Alaska Department of Transportation (ADOT). A draft utility permit application was
submitted to ADOT in August 2014. The project design team is actively working with the Northern
Region ADOT ROW department (our contact is Ms. Gail Gardner) to secure the necessary
approvals to cross the highway. ADOT is generally supportive of the project. Understandably,
ADOT wishes to minimize impacts to the road and traffic flow as a result of construction. To
accommodate this, the 65% plans route the penstock along the ditch to the greatest extent
possible. Pavement disturbance is limited to a 300 LF section above the Fivemile Creek culvert
crossing. ADOT is reviewing the proposed alignment and we expect to receive comments over the
coming weeks. Note that, once issued, ADOT Utility Permits are valid for one year only. Therefore
the formal application for this project will be submitted at a later date, after the funding and
construction schedules are better defined.
4.3.3 Permits
Provide the following information as it may relate to permitting and how you intend to address
outstanding permit issues.
List of applicable permits
Anticipated permitting timeline
Identify and discuss potential barriers
A list of project related permits and their current status is provided below:
Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) – A determination of no FERC license
required has been issued for this project.
Review by the State Historic Preservation Office – In August 2014 Cultural Resource
Consultants, LLC. completed a review of the Alaska Heritage Resources Survey. No
known historic properties were noted to exist within the proposed project’s “area of potential
affect.” A letter stating the results of the literature review will be sent to SHPO requesting a
finding of No Historic Properties Affected.
ADOT Right of Way Permit – ADOT is in the process of reviewing the draft utility permit
application and providing comments/input on the proposed penstock highway crossing.
The utility permit must be issued within 12 months of construction, so final permitting will
commence once the construction schedule is better defined.
United States Army Corps of Engineers – The ACOE has determined that the project will be
covered under Nationwide Permit 17, for Hydro Projects. A pre-construction notification
must be submitted prior to beginning construction. The ACOE requested that the pre-
construction notification be submitted once the design drawings are 95% complete.
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) – FAA has issued a Determination of No Hazard to
Air Navigation for the project.
Alaska Department of Fish and Game (ADF&G) Habitat Permit – ADF&G has reviewed the
preliminary drawings. A fish habitat permit will be required, but ADF&G anticipates that the
permit will be issued quickly upon receiving final design drawings. There are no apparent
habitat concerns above the Edgerton Highway and downstream concerns will be mitigated
by returning water to the creek bed immediately downstream of the Edgerton Highway
culvert crossing.
ADNR water rights – An application for water rights has been submitted to ADNR. Based
on the ADNR website, previous water rights have not been granted in the area surrounding
the proposed project.
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Alaska Dam Safety Engineer Review – The proposed diversion structure does not meet the
physical definition of a regulated dam as described in AS 46.17.900(3), namely the
diversion structure: A) will not impound 50 acre feet or more water, and B) does not have a
height in excess of 20-ft. However, the diversion will need to undergo hazard classification
analysis. Due to the low height and very small containment volume of the proposed
structure it is unlikely that the dam will be regulated by the state. Now that the 65% plans
area complete, the design team will prepare an application for jurisdictional determination
for the diversion structure and submit it to the office of the state dam safety engineer for
review.
4.3.4 Environmental
Address whether the following environmental and land use issues apply, and if so how they will be
addressed:
Threatened or endangered species
Habitat issues
Wetlands and other protected areas
Archaeological and historical resources
Land development constraints
Telecommunications interference
Aviation considerations
Visual, aesthetics impacts
Identify and discuss other potential barriers
Threatened and endangered species - United States Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) has
determined that there are no threatened or endangered species within the extents of the project.
Habitat Issues – Any new utility lines will be designed with raptor concerns in mind. USFWS
identifies no critical habitats within the project area. The State of Alaska Department of Fish and
Game (ADF&G) does not list Fivemile Creek as an anadromous stream. Formal consultation with
ADF&G has been initiated. No apparent habitat concerns exist above the Edgerton Highway.
ADF&G has indicated that fish habitat concerns downstream of the highway could likely be
mitigated by returning water to the creek as close to the Edgerton culvert outfall as possible. A fish
habitat permit will be required prior to beginning construction, but ADF&G does not anticipate any
additional mitigation measure requirements. ADF&G has requested that a formal application for a
habitat permit wait until the design is at the 95% completion level.
Wetlands and other protected areas – Research into USFWS National Wetlands Inventory does
not show any wetlands within the project area; wetlands are not anticipated to be an issue for the
Fivemile Creek project. The COE has verified that work within the streambed will be covered by
Nationwide Permit 17 for hydroelectric facilities. A pre-construction notification will need to be
submitted to the COE prior to beginning construction activities within the streambed.
Archeological and historical resources – Based on a preliminary review of the Alaska Heritage
Resource Survey (AHRS), completed by Cultural Resource Consultants, LLC, no significant
historical properties are within the project area. A letter will be submitted to the State Historic
Preservation Officer citing the literature review and requesting a finding of “No Historic Properties
Affected.”
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Land development constraints – With the exception of the ADOT ROW (Edgerton Highway), the
project involves lands owned by the Chitina Native Corporation. The corporation plans to provide
these lands as an in-kind contribution; there are no zoning restrictions on the affected lands.
Telecommunications interference – There are no anticipated telecommunication conflicts.
Aviation considerations – FAA has issued a determination of No Hazard to Air Navigation for the
project.
Visual, aesthetics impacts – Given that the majority of proposed facilities will be buried(penstock)
and/or hidden within wooded areas (stream diversion structure, access road), visual impacts are
not anticipated to be an issue for this project. Note that the proposed turbine house will be situated
adjacent to the existing diesel plant. Noise, odor and aesthetic impacts of the turbine building will
be less significant than the existing diesel plant.
4.4 Proposed New System Costs and Projected Revenues
(Total Estimated Costs and Projected Revenues)
The level of cost information provided will vary according to the phase of funding requested and
any previous work the applicant may have done on the project. Applicants must reference the
source of their cost data. For example: Applicants records or analysis, industry standards,
consultant or manufacturer’s estimates.
4.4.1 Project Development Cost
Provide detailed project cost information based on your current knowledge and understanding of
the project. Cost information should include the following:
Total anticipated project cost, and cost for this phase
Requested grant funding
Applicant matching funds – loans, capital contributions, in-kind
Identification of other funding sources
Projected capital cost of proposed renewable energy system
Projected development cost of proposed renewable energy system
Based on the 65% construction cost estimate, the total cost to complete remaining design,
permitting and construction/integration tasks $7,770,000. A summary is provided below:
Total Estimated Project Costs Including all
Remaining Design, Permitting, and Construction: $7,770,000
Grant funding received to date:
REF Round II (Conceptual Design): $Expended
REF Round IV (Design and Permitting) $150,000 Remaining
Requested Round VIII grant funding: $7,620,000
In Kind Contributions: Donations from the local community that effectively lower the total
anticipated project costs.
Chitina Inc. Land Donation $500,000 (estimated value)
CEI administrative Time $15,000 (estimated value)
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4.4.2 Project Operating and Maintenance Costs
Include anticipated O&M costs for new facilities constructed and how these would be funded by the
applicant.
(Note: Operational costs are not eligible for grant funds however grantees are required to meet
ongoing reporting requirements for the purpose of reporting impacts of projects on the communities
they serve.)
Chitina Electric Inc. will be responsible for the long-term sustainability of the proposed facility, for
the benefit of the community. The utility already has a successful management system in place for
operating and maintaining their existing diesel power plant and electrical distribution system.
Based on experience with other small utilities, non-fuel related maintenance costs for the proposed
hydro facility will be similar to maintenance costs for the existing diesel power plant. There will be
several new maintenance tasks associated with the proposed hydro facility including: maintaining
the access road to the intake structure, clearing the bar rack of debris, and flushing the deposited
silt/rock from behind the diversion structure as necessary by opening the sluiceway gate.
Operating costs for the proposed hydro plant are expected to be significantly lower than the
existing diesel plant, due to savings associated with diesel fuel avoidance. It is anticipated that the
reduction in operating costs will more than offset any new O&M costs associated with the hydro
facilities. A detailed business plan will be developed during the next phase of design to assist CEI
with operational management and financial planning for the facility.
As is required with the existing facility, the utility will arrange for an annual financial audit to be
conducted by a qualified, independent auditor.
4.4.3 Power Purchase/Sale
The power purchase/sale information should include the following:
Identification of potential power buyer(s)/customer(s)
Potential power purchase/sales price - at a minimum indicate a price range
Proposed rate of return from grant-funded project
The existing and future CEI consumers will remain the potential power buyers for the proposed
hydro generation that will replace/supplement the existing diesel generation. CEI also intends to
pursue interruptible electric heating sales. Due to the effects of the Power Cost Equalization
Program (PCE), consumers may not see large reductions to their effective rates (the current
effective residential rate is $0.32/kW-h). However, electricity generation costs and actual
consumer rates will go down, providing for a more sustainable electric utility and reducing the level
of PCE funding required (effectively saving the State of Alaska money). A future business plan will
assess the impact on electrical rates in more detail.
Based on the most recent fuel purchase records ($4.33 per gallon) and the total estimated diesel
avoidance attributable to the project (approximately 65,000 gallons per year), the simple payback
period for the estimated capital construction cost is around 25 years. This estimate is
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conservative, assuming zero growth per the AEA financial spreadsheet included in the appendices.
An analysis that includes a growth factor would likely result in a payback period around 20 years.
4.4.4 Project Cost Worksheet
Complete the cost worksheet form which provides summary information that will be considered in
evaluating the project.
Please fill out the form provided below.
Renewable Energy Source
The Applicant should demonstrate that the renewable energy resource is available on a
sustainable basis.
Detailed information on the renewable energy resource is provided in the Conceptual Design
Report submitted with previous REF application. An electronic copy of the CDR is included in the
attachements to this application.
Existing Energy Generation and Usage
a) Basic configuration (if system is part of the Railbelt1 grid, leave this section blank)
i. Number of generators/boilers/other 3
ii. Rated capacity of generators/boilers/other 117, 117, 54 kW
iii. Generator/boilers/other type Diesel Power Generation
iv. Age of generators/boilers/other 6 years
v. Efficiency of generators/boilers/other 12.2 kWh per gallon of diesel fuel
b) Annual O&M cost (if system is part of the Railbelt grid, leave this section blank)
i. Annual O&M cost for labor $ 46,000 (2013 CEI Financial Statement)
ii. Annual O&M cost for non-labor $ 237,500 (2013 CEI Financial Statement)
c) Annual electricity production and fuel usage (fill in as applicable) (if system is part of the
Railbelt grid, leave this section blank)
i. Electricity [kWh] 656,197 kWh (FY 2013 PCE Figures)
ii. Fuel usage
Diesel [gal] 46,277 (FY 2013 PCE Figures)
Other
iii. Peak Load 90kW
iv. Average Load 65kW
v. Minimum Load 42kW
vi. Efficiency 12.2 kWh per gallon of diesel fuel
vii. Future trends Average load is Increasing at around 1% per year
d) Annual heating fuel usage (fill in as applicable)
1 The Railbelt grid connects all customers of Chugach Electric Association, Homer Electric Association, Golden Valley Electric
Association, the City of Seward Electric Department, Matanuska Electric Association and Anchorage Municipal Light and Power.
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i. Diesel [gal or MMBtu] Approximately 20,000 gallons
ii. Electricity [kWh]
iii. Propane [gal or MMBtu]
iv. Coal [tons or MMBtu]
v. Wood [cords, green tons, dry tons]
vi. Other
Proposed System Design Capacity and Fuel Usage
(Include any projections for continued use of non-renewable fuels)
a) Proposed renewable capacity
(Wind, Hydro, Biomass, other)
[kW or MMBtu/hr]
300kW Hydro
b) Proposed annual electricity or heat production (fill in as applicable)
i. Electricity [kWh] 565,000 kW
ii. Heat [MMBtu] 2000MBTU (during winter flows)
812,000 kWh (Excess energy available in summer
season, see CDR Figure 13)
c) Proposed annual fuel usage (fill in as applicable)
i. Propane [gal or MMBtu]
ii. Coal [tons or MMBtu]
iii. Wood or pellets [cords, green tons,
dry tons]
iv. Other
Project Cost
a) Total capital cost of new system $7.77 Million (final design, permitting and
Construction)
b) Development cost n/a
c) Annual O&M cost of new system Same as Existing system +/- $20,000
d) Annual fuel cost 0
Project Benefits
a) Amount of fuel displaced for
i. Electricity 46,277 gal/year
ii. Heat 20,000 gal/year
iii. Transportation
b) Current price of displaced fuel $287,000
c) Other economic benefits 1000 Gallons Diesel Equivalent for Ice Making
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d) Alaska public benefits Emissions and noise from diesel plant will be
reduced. Power generation costs will be reduced,
allowing for reduced PCE funding. This will allow
PCE funds to assist more communities in need.
Power Purchase/Sales Price
a) Price for power purchase/sale $0.25 to $0.35 / kW-h equivalent after PCE
Project Analysis
a) Basic Economic Analysis
Project benefit/cost ratio NPV Benefits/NPV Capital Costs = $8,378,318/$7,038,598 = 1.19
(See AEA Spreadsheet)
Payback (years) Total Cost / Annual Cost Savings = $7,770,000 / $300,000/yr = 26
years
4.4.5 Impact on Rates
Briefly explain what if any effect your project will have on electrical rates in the proposed benefit
area. If the is for a PCE eligible utility please discuss what the expected impact would be for both
pre and post PCE.
The proposed project will reduce the cost of power generation by an amount equivalent to the
value of displaced diesel. For example, if the proposed hydro reduces the amount of diesel
consumed by 45,000 gallons per year and the purchase price for diesel is $4.33/gallon, the
operating cost for the utility will be decreased by 45,000 gallons x $4.33/gall = $195,000. If the
utility sells 565,000 kW-h of electricity during the same year, the cost of each kW-h will be reduced
by approximately $195,000 / 565,000 kW-h = $0.34 per kW-h. The reduction in fuel costs would
also reduce the utility’s calculated PCE level (for PCE eligible power sales) and ultimately reduce
the cost to consumers.
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SECTION 5– PROJECT BENEFIT
Explain the economic and public benefits of your project. Include direct cost savings, and
how the people of Alaska will benefit from the project.
The benefits information should include the following:
Potential annual fuel displacement (gallons and dollars) over the lifetime of the evaluated
renewable energy project
Anticipated annual revenue (based on i.e. a Proposed Power Purchase Agreement price, RCA
tariff, or cost based rate)
Potential additional annual incentives (i.e. tax credits)
Potential additional annual revenue streams (i.e. green tag sales or other renewable energy
subsidies or programs that might be available)
Discuss the non-economic public benefits to Alaskans over the lifetime of the project
Potential annual fuel displacement:
Based on output from the AEA Economic Model spreadsheet (attached in electronic form:
Potential annual fuel displacement over 50 year life = 3,316,380 gallons
Assuming a fuel price of $4.33/gallon (2013 PCE data), the value of fuel displaced over the lifetime
of the project is approximately $14,360,000.
Potential Annual Revenue from Hydro
-Assume (pre-PCE) Diesel Generated Electricity Rate = $0.71/kW.
-Assume Hydro is produced at $0.36/kW-h
(Calculated as $.71/kW-h (current rate) - $0.35/kW-h (see 4.4.5 above)
-Assume Interruptible electric heater rate = $0.15/kW-h
Electric Demand = 565,000 kW-h @ 0.36/kW-h = $203,400
Interruptable heat demand = 600,000 kW-h @ $0.10/kW-h = $90,000
Total potential revenue = $293,400
Potential Additional Annual Incentives
The other potential economic benefits of green credits, or environmental improvement have not
been calculated in terms of dollars. Federal and State legislation on the proposed carbon tax could
have a significant positive impact on the economic payback of the hydro project and will be
monitored closely.
Non-economic public benefits of the proposed project include the following:
Lower emissions will result in cleaner, healthier air for the community and its visitors, and a
smaller carbon footprint.
Successful use of alternative energy will encourage other communities to pursue green
technology.
Reduced handling and transport of fuel oil will reduce the potential for a spill and better
protect the environment.
5.1 Public Benefit for Projects with Private Sector Sales
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Projects that include sales of power to private sector businesses (sawmills, cruise ships, mines,
etc.), please provide a brief description of the direct and indirect public benefits derived from the
project as well as the private sector benefits and complete the table below. See section 1.6 in the
Request for Applications for more information.
Renewable energy resource availability (kWh per month) System can provide up to 271,000
kW-h per month in excess energy
during the summer months. This is
above and beyond domestic
electricity and dispatchable heating
loads.
Estimated sales (kWh) Depends on future growth of
community. Assume 100,000 kW-h
sold the first summer.
Revenue for displacing diesel generation for use at
private sector businesses ($)
Assuming a rate of $0.15/kW-h,
revenue would be $15,000/month
the first summer.Future revenues
could be as high as $40,000/month
Estimated sales (kWh)
Revenue for displacing diesel generation for use by the
Alaskan public ($)
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SECTION 6– SUSTAINABILITY
Discuss your plan for operating the completed project so that it will be sustainable.
Include at a minimum:
Proposed business structure(s) and concepts that may be considered.
How you propose to finance the maintenance and operations for the life of the project
Identification of operational issues that could arise.
A description of operational costs including on-going support for any back-up or existing
systems that may be require to continue operation
Commitment to reporting the savings and benefits
The proposed project will be owned and operated by Chitina Electric, Inc., a subsidiary of Chitina
Native Corporation which has been serving the community for over 30 years. CEI’s existing
management structure and administrative department will remain in place. The overall operation of
the utility will change little as a result of this project. The Utility will continue to operate and
maintain its facilities, and bill its customers for services provided. It is anticipated that operation
and maintenance efforts will increase initially while CEI’s staff familiarize themselves with the
Hydro plant. However, once startup is completed, the Hydro plant should require little, if any more
maintenance than the existing diesel system. The diesel system will need to be exercised on a
regular basis to insure it is ready for backup service. Similarly, during periods of low water when
the diesel plant is carrying the load, the Hydro will need to be maintained in a ready condition.
Operation, maintenance and management requirements will be addressed in detail in the project
Business Plan. The Plan will provide an organizational structure to help the Utility transition to
Hydro power. In addition to the business plan, administrative and operator training will be
provided on an as-needed basis as part of the startup services.
CEI will monitor, record and report savings and benefits afforded by the proposed hydro plant. The
hydro plant will be equipped with an advanced SCADA system. The system will be programmed to
record and provide reports of whatever parameters are necessary. The information will be
available in real time over the internet, similar to the community’s existing diesel plant.
SECTION 7 – READINESS & COMPLIANCE WITH OTHER GRANTS
Discuss what you have done to prepare for this award and how quickly you intend to proceed with
work once your grant is approved.
Tell us what you may have already accomplished on the project to date and identify other grants
that may have been previously awarded for this project and the degree you have been able to
meet the requirements of previous grants.
Work Completed to Date:
Work items completed to date utilizing grant funds awarded through REF Rounds II and IV are
listed below:
Regional Hydrologic Study – Compared resource potential of multiple creeks in the area.
Aerial and Lidar Mapping of Fivemile Creek project area
Conceptual Design Report (2012) – Planning and preliminary design document. Included
hydraulic and hydrologic analysis and modeling results, economic analysis, Site Control
Research, 35% level design drawings, cost estimate, initial permitting efforts, fish habitat
analysis, etc.
Renewable Energy Fund Round VIII
Grant Application – Standard Form
AEA 15003 Page 28 of 33 7/2/14
65% level design – Included field survey, clearing of access road and penstock alignment,
geotechnical and geophysical (ground penetrating radar) study to determine bedrock depth,
onsite constructability review, hydraulic transient analysis and block diagram preparation,
65% design drawings, detailed construction cost estimate with input from multiple
contractors, etc.
Funds awarded during REF Round IV were utilized for the 65% design and related tasks listed
above. Approximately $150,000 remains at this time. It is recommended that the remaining
Round IV funds be utilized to complete additional geophysical work at the proposed diversion site
to pinpoint the best methodology to address the relatively deep bedrock discovered during the
2014 GPR study. Note that the current construction cost estimate includes a conservative
approach to addressing any seepage concerns beneath the proposed diversion structure.
However, additional geophysical investigation may provide alternative, less costly approaches to
addressing the deep bedrock, such as moving the diversion structure a short ways upstream, etc.
Due to the additional fieldwork required, supplemental funds will be necessary to complete the final
design. This REF Round VIII request addresses the need for additional design funds.
The design team is ready to move forward with additional geophysical work as soon as creek
conditions allow this winter. Upon approval of the Round VIII application, the team will immediately
proceed to final design which will allow for completion of remaining permitting effort. Early
procurement of long lead materials such as the Pelton wheel turbine and switchgear will also
proceed soon after award of the grant. Once the design is complete and the delivery schedule for
long lead items is set, the project team, working with the AEA procurement department, will solicit
bids from qualified contractors to complete the construction.
SECTION 8 – LOCAL SUPPORT AND OPPOSITION
Discuss local support and opposition, known or anticipated, for the project. Include letters of
support or other documentation of local support from the community that would benefit from this
project. The Documentation of support must be dated within one year of the RFA date of July 2,
2014
The proposed project is fully supported by the residents and local businesses (consumers), the
utility (owner/operator), and the local Corporation (land owner). Please see the grant application
cover letter submitted by the CEI President, Mr. Martin Finnesand, in support of the project and the
attached resolutions in support of the project.
The utility has offered to provide free use of its limited spread of heavy equipment for the project,
and the utility manager is donating his time as needed for project coordination. In addition, the
Corporation has agreed to donate the necessary land for the project. The Corporation has also
committed to purchasing a commercial grade ice maker as a means to use surplus hydro power
during peak summer periods. The residents of Chitina are excited about the potential project; the
idea of powering their community with clean, renewable energy has invigorated the community.
Renewable Energy Fund Round VIII
Grant Application – Standard Form
AEA 15003 Page 29 of 33 7/2/14
SECTION 9 – GRANT BUDGET
Tell us how much you are seeking in grant funds. Include any investments to date and funding
sources, how much is being requested in grant funds, and additional investments you will make as
an applicant.
9.1 Funding sources and Financial Commitment
Provide a narrative summary regarding funding source and your financial commitment to the
project
Based on the 65% construction cost estimate, the total cost to complete remaining design,
permitting and construction/integration tasks $7,770,000. A summary is provided below:
Total Estimated Project Costs Including all
Remaining Design, Permitting, and Construction: $7,770,000
Grant funding received to date:
REF Round II (Conceptual Design): $Expended
REF Round IV (Design and Permitting) $150,000 Remaining
Requested Round VIII grant funding: $7,620,000
In Kind Contributions: Donations from the local community that effectively lower the total
anticipated project costs.
Chitina Inc. Land Donation $500,000 (estimated value)
CEI administrative Time $15,000
9.2 Cost Estimate for Metering Equipment
Please provide a short narrative, and cost estimate, identifying the metering equipment, and its
related use to comply with the operations reporting requirement identified in Section 3.15 of the
Request for Applications.
The proposed hydro switchgear will include an advanced SCADA system capable of monitoring,
recording and reporting on multiple levels and parameters. The power generation and trending
information will be available in real time via the internet. The SCADA system will allow for full
compliance with the grant requirements for long term metering and reporting. No additional costs
are anticipated to meet AEA’s metering requirements..
Renewable Energy Fund Round VIII
Grant Application – Standard Form
AEA 15003 Page 30 of 33 7/2/14
Applications MUST include a separate worksheet for each project phase that was identified in
section 2.3.2 of this application, (I. Reconnaissance, II. Feasibility and Conceptual Design, III. Final
Design and Permitting, and IV. Construction and Commissioning). Please use the tables provided
below to detail your proposed project’s budget. Be sure to use one table for each phase of your
project.
If you have any question regarding how to prepare these tables or if you need assistance preparing
the application please feel free to contact AEA at 907-771-3031 or by emailing the Grants
Administrator, Shawn Calfa, at scalfa@aidea.org.
Milestone or Task
Anticipated
Completion
Date
RE- Fund
Grant Funds
Grantee
Matching
Funds
Source of
Matching
Funds:
Cash/In-
kind/Federal
Grants/Other
State
Grants/Other
TOTALS
(List milestones based on
phase and type of project.
See Milestone list below. )
$ $ $
Remaining Final Design and Permitting Tasks
Additional Geophysical
Investigation at Diversion Site
January
2015 $35,000 $ $35,000
Construct Equipment Trail and
Perform Test Pits at Diversion
Site
June 2015 $65,000 $ $65,000
Final Permit Applications June 2015 $30,000 $ $30,000
100% Design Documents July 2015 $200,000 $ $200,000
$ $ $
$ $ $
$ $ $
$ $ $
$ $ $
$ $ $
TOTALS $330,000 $ $330,000
Budget Categories:
Direct Labor & Benefits $ $ $
Travel & Per Diem $ $ $
Equipment $ $ $
Materials & Supplies $ $ $
Contractual Services $300,000 $ $300,000
Construction Services $30,000 $ $30,000
Other $ $ $
TOTALS $330,000 $ $330,000
Renewable Energy Fund Round VIII
Grant Application – Standard Form
AEA 15003 Page 31 of 33 7/2/14
Milestone or Task
Anticipated
Completion
Date
RE- Fund
Grant Funds
Grantee
Matching
Funds
Source of
Matching
Funds:
Cash/In-
kind/Federal
Grants/Other
State
Grants/Other
TOTALS
(List milestones based on
phase and type of project.
See Milestone list below. )
$ $ $
Remaining Construction Tasks
$ $ $
Procurement of Long Lead
Items
October
2015 $300,000 $ $300,000
Contractor Solicitation December
2015 $50,000 $ $50,000
Construct Phase A – Access
Road, 5,000 LF Penstock,
Diversion Structure
December
2016 $3,346,000 $
Land –
Chitina Native
Corporation
Donation
$3,346,000
Construct Phase B – 5,400 LF
Penstock, Hydro Turbine
Building, Tailrace, Startup
October
2017 $3,744,000 $
Land- Chitina
Native
Corporation
Donation
$3,744,000
$ $ $
$ $ $
$ $ $
$ $ $
$ $ $
TOTALS $7,440,000 $ $7,440,000
Budget Categories:
Direct Labor & Benefits $ $ $
Travel & Per Diem $30,000 $ $30,000
Equipment $255,000 $ $255,000
Materials & Supplies $4,390,000 $ $4,390,000
Contractual Services $300,000 $ $300,000
Construction Services $2,465,000 $ $2,465,000
Other $ $ $
TOTALS $7,440,000 $ $7,440,000
Fivemile Creek Hydro Project
Renewable Energy Fund, Round VIII Grant Application
List of Attachments
1. Project Team Resumes – 30 pages
2. Chitina Electric Inc. Resolution of Project Support – 1 page
3. Fivemile Creek Hydro Project 65% Construction Drawings – 34 pages
Project Team Resumes
KARL R. HULSE, PE |PROJECT MANAGER
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Karl Hulse has over fifteen years of experience in the planning, design and
construction management of civil, sanitary, solid waste, bulk fuel, and power
generation system projects in rural Alaska. Karl has logged thousands of hours in the
field, and this experience has given him an excellent understanding of the challenges
associated with remote, cold-climate construction. Karl’s project management
experience includes extensive client and contractor interaction, and oversight of
engineering design, permitting, and contract administration services. Karl has been
with CRW since 2002. Since joining CRW, Karl has successfully managed over $30
million dollars' worth of construction projects throughout the state, from Atka in the
western Aleutians and Sterling Landing in the Brooks Range, to Point Baker in
Southeast.
Project Experience | Bulk Fuel Facilities
Deering Bulk Fuel Upgrades - Deering
Project Engineer and Manager for the planning, design and force account construction
of new bulk fuel storage and handling facilities at Deering Alaska, located on the shore
of Kotzebue Sound. This project included a new pile-supported tank farm with
242,000-gallons of bulk fuel storage, a barge header, and a bulk transfer area to
facilitate filling of local fuel delivery vehicles. The project also included a new retail
sales dispenser with remote controls, and upgrades to existing fuel systems at the
school, power plant and water treatment facility. This project was complicated due to
strict archaeological monitoring requirements, difficult soil conditions and the long
distance between the dispenser and the retail fuel sales office.
Kwethluk Bulk Fuel Upgrades - Kwethluk
Project Engineer and Manager for the planning, design, bidding and construction of
approximately $4 million in bulk fuel storage and handling facilities for the village of
Kwethluk, Alaska located near Bethel. This project was completed in 2007, and
included approximately 420,000-gallons of fuel storage, a timber wall secondary
containment dike, two barge headers, and over 1,000-LF of buried fuel pipeline to
connect the school and power plant to the new bulk facility. The project also included
a new retail sales dispenser with remote controls and upgrades to existing fuel
systems at the school.
Atka Bulk Fuel Upgrades - Atka
Project Engineer and Manager for the planning, design and force account construction
of new bulk fuel storage and handling facilities at Atka Alaska, located in the western
Aleutians. This project was completed in 2006, and included a tank farm with
205,000-gallons of bulk fuel storage, a dual product barge header, 400-feet of dual
fuel pipeline, and a bulk transfer area to facilitate filling of local fuel delivery vehicles.
The project also includes a new retail sales dispenser with remote controls and
upgrades to existing fuel systems at the school.
Years of Experience:
17+ Years
Professional
Discipline:
Civil / Environmental
Engineer,
Project Manager
Registration:
Professional Civil and
Environmental
Engineer, Alaska
(CE 10583, EV 14138)
Residency: AK
Education:
BS Civil Engineering,
University of Idaho,
Moscow, ID 1997
Completed all course
work for M.S. in
Environmental
Engineering, 3.9 GPA,
University of Alaska,
Anchorage
Professional Affiliations:
American Water Works
Association,
Alaska Resource
Development Council
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Sterling Landing Bulk Fuel Upgrades - Sterling
Project Engineer and Manager for the planning, design and force account construction of new bulk fuel storage
and handling facilities at Sterling Landing, located near McGrath, Alaska. This project included 150,000-gallons of
fuel storage, a barge header, and a bulk transfer area to facilitate filling of fuel tanker trucks.
False Pass Bulk Fuel Upgrades - False Pass
Project Engineer and Manager for the planning, design and force account construction of new bulk fuel storage
and handling facilities at False Pass Alaska, located on the Aleutian Chain. This project included 60,000-gallons of
fuel storage, a barge header at the City dock, 400-feet of dual product fill pipeline and a bulk transfer area to
facilitate filling of fuel tanker trucks.
Akutan Bulk Fuel Upgrades - Akutan
Project Engineer and Manager for the planning, design and force account construction of new bulk fuel storage
and handling facilities at Akutan Alaska, located on the Aleutian Chain. This project included 72,000-gallons of bulk
fuel storage, a barge header, 1,000-feet of fuel transfer pipeline, and a bulk transfer area to facilitate filling of local
fuel delivery vehicles, as well as new tanks and controls at the existing community power plant.
Karluk Bulk Fuel Upgrades - Karluk
Project Engineer and Manager for the planning and design of bulk fuel storage and handling facilities at Karluk
Alaska, located on Kodiak Island. This project included refurbishment of a 50,000-gallon tank and barge header
and installation of a new fuel transfer pump box.
Whitestone Bulk Fuel Upgrades - Whitestone
Project Engineer and Manager for the planning, design and force account construction of new bulk fuel storage
and handling facilities for the community of Whitestone, located near Delta Junction, Alaska. This project included
160,000-gallons of bulk fuel storage, a bulk transfer area to facilitate the filling and off-loading of tanker trucks,
and a fleet dispensing area. This project was complicated due to the lack of barge and plane access; all materials
were shipped in via ice road during a narrow time window.
Akhiok Bulk Fuel Upgrades - Akhiok
Project Engineer and Manager for the planning, design and force account construction of new bulk fuel storage
and handling facilities at Akhiok Alaska, located on Kodiak Island. This project included 36,000-gallons of fuel
storage, a barge header, and a bulk transfer area to facilitate filling of fuel tanker trucks, as well as new tanks and
controls at the existing community power plant. This project was complicated due to the lack of a permanent
power source near the facility.
Point Baker Bulk Fuel Upgrades - Point Baker
Project Engineer and Manager for the planning, design and construction of bulk fuel storage and handling facilities
for the community of Point Baker, Alaska. This project includes approximately 46,000-gallons of fuel storage, a
dual product barge header, a floating marine sales dispenser and approximately 200 LF of submerged, double wall
flexible piping connecting the bulk tanks to the dispenser. Construction of this project is slated to begin in April
2009.
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Port Lions Bulk Fuel Upgrades - Port Lions
Project Engineer and Manager for the planning, design, and force account construction of bulk fuel storage and
handling facilities for the community of Port Lions, Alaska. This project included approximately 96,000-gallons of
fuel storage, a dual product barge header, a retail sales dispenser and piping.
Ruby Bulk Fuel Upgrades - Ruby
Project Engineer and Manager for the planning, design and construction of bulk fuel storage and handling facilities
for the community of Ruby, Alaska. This project included approximately 242,000-gallons of fuel storage, a dual
product barge header, a retail sales dispenser and associated piping. The project was bid in winter 2008, and is
substantially complete. Total change orders to date are less than 1% of contract amount.
Ekwok Bulk Fuel Upgrades - Ekwok
Performed site / geotechnical investigation for new bulk fuel storage and handling facilities for the community of
Ekwok, Alaska. This project is currently in the design phase. Construction is planned to begin in Spring, 2010.
Napakiak Bulk Fuel Upgrades - Napakiak
Project Engineer and Manager for the planning and design of bulk fuel storage and handling facilities for the
community of Napakiak, Alaska. This project includes approximately 106,000-gallons of fuel storage, a dual
product barge header and 1,600 LF fill pipelines, and retail and fleet dispensers. This project is currently in the
design phase.
Tuluksak Bulk Fuel Upgrades - Tuluksak
Project Engineer and Manager for the planning and design of bulk fuel storage and handling facilities for the
community of Tuluksak, Alaska. This project includes approximately 250,000-gallons of fuel storage, a dual
product barge header and 1,000 LF fill pipelines, and retail and fleet dispensers. This project is currently in the
planning phase.
Project Experience | Power System Upgrades
Unalakleet Power System Upgrades - Unalakleet
Project Engineer and Manager for the planning and design of a 1.9 mW power house and electrical distribution
system upgrades for the City of Unalakleet, Alaska located on the Coast of Norton Sound. This project requires
refurbishment of the existing pre-engineered metal power plant structure, and replacement of all mechanical and
electrical components within the plant (generators, switchgear, heat recovery equipment, etc). This project also
includes the installation of wind monitoring equipment and planning for future integration of the diesel plant with
multiple wind turbines. This project is currently in the final design phase.
Nikolski Power System Upgrades - Nikolski
Project Engineer and Manager for the planning, civil design and force account construction of a new 225 kW power
house and electrical distribution system upgrades for the community of Nikolski, Alaska located on the Aleutian
Chain.
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Atka Power System Upgrades - Atka
Project Engineer and Manager for the planning, civil design and force account construction of a new 225 kW power
house and electrical distribution system upgrades for the community of Atka, Alaska located on the Aleutian Chain.
This project also includes construction of a new hydroelectric facility on nearby Chunisax creek, including dam,
turbine house, 1000-LF of 30” diameter penstock and over a mile of 3-phase high voltage transmission line.
Construction of the diesel powerhouse and distribution system upgrades was completed in 2006. Construction of
the hydro facilities is ongoing.
Larsen Bay Power System Upgrades - Larsen Bay
Completed a conceptual design report for a new modularized diesel power plant and upgrades to the City’s
existing 450 kW Hydropower Turbine. This project also included management of the design of upgrades to the
local cannery’s electrical distribution system. As a result of the upgrades, the City is now able to sell power to the
Cannery.
Port Heiden Power System Upgrades - Port Heiden
Completed a conceptual design report for a new 460 kW power house and electrical distribution system upgrades
for the community of Port Heiden, Alaska located on the Aleutian Chain. This project also included the installation
of wind monitoring equipment and planning for future integration of the diesel plant with multiple wind turbines.
Project Experience | Water & Sewer
Unalakleet Water and Sewer Improvements - Unalakleet
Assistant project manager, responsible for overseeing the completion of multiple water and sewer related studies,
designs and construction projects for the City of Unalakleet. Karl is the primary contact for this dynamic project,
which has included the completion of a geophysical groundwater study (water source investigation), sewage
lagoon improvements (including dredging the lagoon, installation of septic tanks, etc,), and a water transmission
line feasibility study with recommendations for utilizing the North River for future community water needs.
Construction of the sewage lagoon improvements was completed this year. As a result, the City has a refurbished,
code-compliant wastewater treatment system at a fraction of the cost of a new lagoon system.
Deering Water Storage Tank Improvements - Deering
Project engineer for the planning, design and force account construction of a new 425,000 gallon insulated, bolted
steel, raw water storage tank and associated piping and controls for the City of Deering, Alaska. The City of
Deering operates a summer fill / winter draw water treatment system, and had experienced severe water
shortages in recent years. This project essentially doubled the community’s raw water storage capacity, a critical
step towards preventing future water shortages. The project was designed and constructed in a single season,
providing immediate benefit to the community.
Unalakleet Main Street Sewer Line Extension - Unalakleet
Project Engineer and Assistant project manager for the design and force account construction of a 400-LF
extension of the City’s existing buried gravity sewer system. This project was complicated due to the constraints of
multiple utilities in a narrow right of way, and available grade. The project was successfully constructed in 2007
and has been operating since that time with no problems.
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Gambell Lift Station Improvements - Gambell
Assistant project manager for the renovation of three existing lift stations located in the City of Gambell. The
improvements included the replacement of all mechanical and electrical equipment, and retrofitting protective
enclosures around the lift stations. Responsible for overseeing the preparation of design drawings, structural
drawings, determination of quantities, cost estimate and project coordination.
Quinhagak Sanitation Improvements - Quinhagak
Project Engineer responsible for general assistance with the planning, design and construction management of
new piped water distribution, wastewater collection, and solid waste disposal facilities for the Native Village of
Kwinhagak.
Gambell Water Storage Tank Improvements - Gambell
Project engineer and assistant project manager for the planning and design of a new 1.3 million gallon insulated,
welded steel, treated water storage tank for the City of Gambell, Alaska.
Napaskiak Lagoon - Napaskiak
Project engineer responsible for the planning and design of a 3-acre, dual cell wastewater treatment lagoon and
land disposal area. Additional responsibilities included preparation of contract documents, bidding the project,
assisting with the procurement of all major system components, periodic site inspections, and the preparation of
record drawings. This project was completed in 2005; on time and within budget.
Egegik Southside Water and Sewer Improvements - Egegik
Project engineer responsible for procurement of all major components during construction of a state of the art
direct filtration domestic water treatment plant.
Egegik Northside Water System Improvements - Egegik
Project engineer responsible for the design and construction of a Class B well and self contained water treatment
plant, 20,000 gallons of water storage, 1000 ft long water main and a community watering point.
Other work experience | Prior to joining CRW, Karl completed the following projects:
Akiachak Water and Sewer System - Akiachak
Piped gravity sewage collection system and circulating water distribution system serving over 600 residents in the
community of Akiachak. The project also included the design and force account construction of multiple lift
stations, 5,000 LF of force main and a new dual cell wastewater treatment lagoon and land disposal area.
Brevig Mission Water and Sewer System (Phases 1 and 2) - Brevig Mission
Gravity sewer collection system and circulating water distribution system serving over 300 residents in the
community of Brevig Mission. This project also included the design and force account construction of a new
community septic tank and leach field system for the treatment and disposal of domestic wastewater.
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Igiugig Municipal Solid Waste Landfill (MSWL) and Asbestos Monofill - Igiugig
Designed and constructed a new landfill for the community of Igiugig, and closed the existing dump in town in
accordance with DEC requirements.
Tuluksak Wastewater Lagoon, Lift Station and Force Main - Tuluksak
Completed design of wastewater collection, pumping and treatment systems to transfer wastewater from the
existing washeteria to the a new lagoon located outside of town.
Nanwalek Surface Water Impoundment and Transmission Line - Nanwalek
Designed a new concrete faced rock dam and water intake and transmission infrastructure to provide the
community of Nanwalek with a municipal water source.
Nanwalek Dam Hazard Classification Analysis - Nanwalek
Worked closely with the State Dam Inspector to permit a new dam and water intake structure.
Saxman Water System Improvements (800,000 gallon tank, transmission line and pump station) - Saxman
Designed a new water storage system for the City of Saxman to increase fireflow and tap pressures.
Mountain Village HUD Housing Water and Sewer Mainline Extensions – Mountain Village
Responsibilities included design of new water and sewer mainline extensions, residential service connections and
foundation pads for eight new HUD homes in Mt. Village.
Larsen Bay Water Tank and Transmission Line – Larsen Bay
Responsibilities included the design of a new 250,000 gallon bolted steel water storage tank and approximately
800 ft of raw water transmission line.
Akiachak Road Improvements – Akiachak
BIA funded road improvements project included resurfacing and widening of all roads in the community of
Akiachak.
Sleetmute Water System Improvements – Sleetmute
Responsibilities included design of new buried piped water distribution system to serve all residents in Sleetmute,
AK. This project was complicated due to the concurrent BIA roads project in the community.
Hooper Bay Ocean Floodway Crossing – Hooper Bay
Designed a rock-fill crossing of the floodway in Hooper Bay. This 1,000-LF section of road was subject to tidal and
storm damage prior to construction of the floodway.
Nelson Lagoon Community Building Sanitation Improvements – Nelson Lagoon
Designed a new septic tank and drainfield system for the Community Building in Nelson Lagoon.
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Nunam Iqua Causeway Feasibility Study – Nunam Iqua
Prepared a study for the ADOT analyzing the feasibility of constructing a rock-fill causeway across Swan Lake in
Nunam Iqua.
North Slope Borough Gravel Inventory reports – Wainwright, Pt. Hope, Atqasuk, Barrow, Pt. Lay, Kaktovik
Performed gravel inventory studies for future capital improvement project planning purposes.
References
David Lockard, P.E. - Alaska Energy Authority, (907)771-3062
Alan Fetters, Alaska Energy Authority, (907) 771-3063
Lynn Marino, P.E., Village Safe Water, (907) 269-7602
JEFFREY V. STANLEY, PE |CONTRACT MANAGER
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Jeff Stanley has 25 years of engineering experience in civil and sanitary design, soil and
site investigations, cold region engineering, and construction management. He has
worked on dozens of projects in rural Alaska and has an excellent understanding of
the logistics and planning required to complete such projects. He specializes in
planning and feasibility studies, engineering analyses, and the development of
construction documents. In addition to his technical skills, he is an excellent project
and contract manager. Jeff joined CRW in 1999 and is a primary owner of the
company.
Project Experience | Energy
Bulk Fuel and Power System Upgrade Projects, Statewide
Jeff has served as Principal in Charge and Contract Manager for over a dozen bulk fuel and
power system upgrade projects throughout Alaska. Jeff assisted with key projects in Kwethluk,
Sterling Landing, Akhiok, Akutan, and Deering, among others.
Project Experience | Water & Sewer
Egegik Southside Water and Sewer Improvements, Egegik
Project manager for the planning, design and construction of over $5 million in water
and sewer improvements for the City of Egegik. The work included the design and
installation of a Class A community well, major water treatment plant upgrades, a new
100,000 gallon water storage tank, over 5 miles of water and sewer mains, 4 lift
stations, and 80 new house service connections. Construction services included the
procurement of all major system components, period site inspections, and the
preparation of record drawings and an O&M manual.
Egegik Northside Water Improvements, Egegik
Project manager for the planning, design and construction of a Class B community
well, self-contained water treatment plant module, 20,000 gallons of water storage,
1000 ft long water main and a community watering point. The project was
complicated by the fact that there wasn't a permanent power source and the only
means of access to the site is by boat.
Emmonak Water & Sewer Upgrades, Emmonak
Project manager for the planning and design of upgrades to the City of Emmonak's existing
above ground arctic pipe water and sewer system. Primary upgrades will include the
installation of helical piles to better protect the system from seasonal flooding, replacement of
deteriorating stick framed service boxes, regrading of the vacuum sewer mains,
reconfiguration of the high/low pressure water system to four circulating loops, and repair of
the glycol heat trace system for the sewer mains. Other improvements will include the
installation of water circulation pumps in each house, and mechanical and electrical upgrades
in the water treatment plant. The project was initially scheduled for construction in 2013 but
has been delayed by the need to secure more than 150 easements including 83 easements
across BIA restricted deed properties.
Alakanuk Sanitation Facilities Design, Alakanuk
Project manager and lead engineer for design and construction of the community wide vacuum
sewer collection system and circulating water mains for the City of Alakanuk. Other design
Years of Experience:
25 Years
Professional
Discipline:
Civil Engineer /
Project Manager
Registration:
Professional Engineer,
Alaska (CE 8678)
Professional Engineer,
Guam (CE 940)
Residency: AK
Education:
Arctic Engineering,
University of Alaska,
Anchorage
MS Civil Engineering,
San Diego State
University, 1989
BS Civil Engineering, San
Diego State University,
1987
Professional Affiliations:
American Society of Civil
Engineers
American Water Works
Association
JEFFREY V. STANLEY, PE | CONTRACT MANAGER
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components included a new washeteria, bulk fuel tank farm, emergency power system, waste heat recovery loop, short-term
retention sewage lagoon, 4,200 SF water treatment plant/utility building, and a 300,000 gallon potable water storage tank.
Design responsibilities included engineering analyses and design, construction drawings and specifications, community
relations, client coordination, utility easements, and project scheduling and cost control. Construction management
responsibilities included the planning and scheduling of contract work, preparation of bid documents, contract negotiations,
management of subcontractors, and procurement of major water and sewer system components.
Quinhagak Sanitation Improvements, Quinhagak
Project manager and lead engineer for the planning, design and construction of a community wide low pressure
sewer system and circulating water mains. Work to date has included the construction of a river bank infiltration
gallery and raw water transmission main, 5+ miles of above ground water and sewer piping, 120 house plumbing
upgrades/service connections, 10-acre sewage lagoon, 5,200 ft long force main, 2,500 square foot water
distribution/sewage collection building, water treatment system upgrades including a diatomaceous earth
filtration system, new Class III landfill with equipment storage building and custom burn box, 45,000-gallon water
storage tanks, 250,000-gallon water storage tank, and asbestos abatement in the old WTP and three BIA facilities.
All work with the exception of the asbestos removal was accomplished with the use of force account labor and an
onsite construction manager. Current project activities include the construction of additional water and sewer
mains to serve another 26 homes.
Haul System Evaluation, Quinhagak
Project manager and lead investigator for the review of a water and sewer haul system in Quinhagak Alaska. The primary
purpose of the review was to identify any areas for improvement prior to expanding the initial pilot project to an additional 40
homes. The results of the investigation indicated that although there were some technical areas that could be improved, the
real challenge was system affordability. The average family of four could only afford two trailer loads of water (125-gallons
each) and two sewage hauls (150-gallons each) per month. This limited consumption to about 2 gallons of water per person
per day which didn't significantly improved in home sanitation conditions. Ultimately the community decided to pursue a
piped water and sewer system rather than continue with a haul system.
Unalakleet Water and Sewer Project. Project manager for the planning, design and construction of sewage lagoon upgrades,
and a Design Analysis Report for a new 5 mile long water transmission main. Lagoon upgrades included the installation of two
30,000-gallon septic tanks, dredging of the primary treatment cell, containment of the sludge in geotubes, and improvements
to the force main and outfall piping. The project also included design and construction of a 500 ft gravity sewer main and two
new house service connections. All work was accomplished with the use of force account labor and a local construction
manager.
North Pole Water System Design Review, North Pole
Project manager and lead reviewer for a detailed peer review of proposed water system improvements for the City of North
Pole. The project included; the installation of two high capacity Class A wells, water treatment plant improvements, over 3-
miles of buried distribution piping, and 40 plus service connections. The scope included a review of the construction
documents (plans and specs) as well as a review of the construction cost estimate and proposed schedule.
North Seward Water System Improvements, Seward
Project manager for the planning and design of a water main between the Gateway Subdivision Tank and Forest
Acres Subdivision, located in North Seward. The project was required to improve system pressures and provide
adequate flows for fire protection.
Bethel Sanitation Facilities Master Plan Update, Bethel
Project manager for the preparation of an update to the community’s existing water and sewer master plan.
Responsible for coordinating the project, participating in public meetings and the community involvement
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program, evaluating alternatives for service upgrade, evaluating existing facilities,
reviewing the results of a community survey, and preparation of recommendations for the various service areas
and existing facilities.
Kwethluk Sanitation Facilities Improvement Plan, Kwethluk
Project manager for the preparation of a 20-year sanitation facilities improvement plan. The project included an in-
depth evaluation of various alternatives for providing a piped water and sewer system for the community of
Kwethluk, located approximately 12 miles up the Kuskokwim River from Bethel. Detailed capital, operation and
maintenance cost estimates were provided, along with an estimate of the required user fee for the various
alternatives.
Twin Hills Sanitation Facilities Master Plan, Twin Hills
Project manager for the preparation of a 20-year sanitation facilities master plan. The project included a condition assessment
of the community's existing water and sewer systems and provided recommendations for capital improvements. The
recommendations included a combination of central and decentralized facilities. Homes with poor quality wells would be
served by an extension of the existing piped water distribution system. Onsite septic systems where proposed for the school,
outlying homes and areas proposed for future development. Other recommendations included a replacement Class A well,
60,000-gallon potable water storage tank, a second sewage lagoon cell, and the purchase of a septage vacuum trailer to
periodically pump out the septic tanks. Detailed capital, operation and maintenance cost estimates were provided, along with
estimated user fee rates.
Quinhagak School Lagoon, Quinhagak
Project manager for feasibility study for analysis of the existing school lagoon located at Quinhagak. The original lagoon was
constructed in 1981 and was expanded with the addition of another 108-foot cell in 1987. The existing lagoon is in disrepair
and is not functioning as designed. The dikes of the lagoon have settled reducing the storage volume of the facility to less than
required to achieve minimum treatment standards. The liner of the lagoon has been compromised allowing untreated
wastewater to leak from the facility. Several options were identified in the study including upgrading existing facilities,
construction of a new lagoon system, and connection to the planned community system.
Seward Water and Sewer System Modeling, Seward
Project manager for evaluating Seward’s water and sewer system with emphasis on modeling. Jeff was responsible for
transferring all the City’s as-builts to CAD files, modeling the water system with WATERCAD and developing a capital
improvements plan for utility upgrades.
Water Resource Investigations, Nawalek and Tatitlek
Project manager for water resource investigations to identify alternative water sources for community public
drinking water supplies for the City of Nawalek and The Tatitlek IRA Council. Components of the project included
site reconnaissance and geologic mapping efforts, geophysical investigations, and selection of potential
groundwater well locations and alternative surface water sources.
Mekoryuk Water & Sewer Project, Mekoryuk
Project Manager for preparation of plans and specifications for a 9-million gallon sewage lagoon, access road and
dumping station. In addition to the sewage lagoon, Jeff managed the design and construction of a replacement
liner for the City's 8-million gallon water reservoir, a new riverbed infiltration gallery, and water treatment system
upgrades.
Hooper Bay Sanitation Facilities Upgrades, Hooper Bay
Project manager for the design of sanitation improvement roads for the City of Hooper Bay. Work included
preparing design drawings for force account construction, permitting, agency coordination, land status research,
surveying, geotechnical investigation, and other aspects of project design. Responsible for oversight of technical
staff, review of project deliverables, client and agency coordination, and overall project management.
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Atmautluak Sewer System Upgrades, Atmautluak
Project manager for the design of a sewer system to connect the Atmautluak High School, elementary school, and
five teacher housing units to the City’s gravity sewer system. The project also included the preparation of a sewage
lagoon closure plan and limited construction management services. Responsible for engineering analyses and
design, construction drawings and specifications, client coordination, project scheduling, and overall project
management and cost control.
Galena Septic System Feasibility Study, Galena
Project manager for the evaluation of on-site septic systems as an alternative to truck haul sewage collection.
Responsible for review of existing literature on the soils and groundwater conditions in Galena, investigation of
three existing types of on-site septic systems, excavation and logging of a test pit in an area proposed for a
leachfield, and preparation of typical drawings and specifications for approval by ADEC as a demonstration project.
Nikiski Wastewater Treatment Facility Assessment, Nikiski
Project engineer responsible for a waste disposal assessment of an infectious industrial sludge from a wastewater
treatment facility in Nikiski. Responsible for outlining the regulatory requirements and developing alternative
options for disposal of the sludge. Rough order-of-magnitude cost estimates were prepared for each option and an
evaluation of the alternatives in terms of ease of implementation, future risk, and permit requirements was
performed.
Dillingham Sewage Lagoon Evaluation and Modeling Study, Dillingham
Project engineer responsible for a sewage lagoon evaluation and outfall modeling study. Responsible for
preparation of a corrective action plan to limit erosion and stabilize the failing cut slopes surrounding the sewage
lagoon. The plan included an evaluation of the cause of deterioration, development of four remedial alternatives
to repair and stabilize the slopes, cost estimates for each alternative, and a recommendation for the preferred
approach. The project also included a review of the existing outfall and extensive modeling to determine flow and
dispersion characteristics as well as operational limitations.
Shageluk Water and Sewer Upgrades. Project Manager responsible for the design of a new sewage lagoon, lift station and
outfall. The project also included the preparation of a business plan, the preliminary design of a new piped water and sewer
system to serve the community.
Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium Term Contract (ANTHC), Alaska
Project manager for a multi-disciplinary engineering services contract to assist ANTHC with the planning and design of rural
sanitation projects. Projects completed to date have included the design of a water treatment plant/washeteria building, a
utility building and two water storage tank foundations, several piping system upgrades, the installation of two Class A wells,
and the design of two sewage lagoon and a solid waste landfill. The project has involved twelve different villages, primarily in
the Yukon Kuskokwim Delta.
ADEC Bulk Fuel Upgrades, Various Communities
Project manager for term contract projects conducted in Koyuk, Chefornak, Mentasta, Northway, and Beaver. The
work included the evaluation of existing bulk fuel storage systems, preparation of conceptual (35%) design of
upgrades for each community, and the preparation of final design drawings for force account construction. Work
at the various sites also included conducting geotechnical investigations and surveying as required. Duties included
overall management of each project, supervision of technical staff, client and agency coordination, and other
duties as required to complete each project.
References
John Hutchison, P.E. – ANTHC, Office (907) 729-3723, Cell (907) 947-9402
David Lockard, P.E. – Alaska Energy Authority, (907) 771-3062
Martin Moore – City of Emmonak, (907) 949-1227 Ext 302
ANDREW HORAZDOVSKY, PE | CIVIL ENGINEER
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With 8 years of engineering experience, Andrew Horazdovsky brings some unique
design and field experience with him from the Kenai Peninsula. Andrew is proficient in
a wide range of Civil Engineering tasks including; sanitary sewer & water design and
permitting, geotechnical investigations, as-well-as construction inspection & onsite
materials testing. Andrew is responsible for design, drafting, technical report writing
and general engineering support on many Village Safe Water and sewer projects as
well as for Alaska Energy Authority bulk fuel upgrade and rural power system upgrade
projects. Andrew has been an Alaskan resident for 19 years, attended UAF and has
been with CRW since 2008.
Project Experience
Alaska Rural Bulk Fuel Upgrade Design & Construction Management - Various
Communities
Staff Engineer for the planning and design of bulk fuel storage and handling facilities in
Rural, Alaska. These projects include complex community involvement & coordination,
design & permitting, and contract administration services. Andrew has worked on
projects throughout the state, from Perryville in the Aleutians and Bettles North of the
Arctic Circle, to Edna Bay in Southeast.
Prior to joining CRW, Andrew worked on the following projects.
• Geotechnical investigations across the Kenai Peninsula for residential &
commercial foundation designs, ADEC approved septic systems, road designs
and water & sewer projects.
• Design, ADEC submittal, and construction management of 40+
nonconventional and conventional onsite wastewater disposal systems.
Clients included private, commercial, government and industry; project sites
ranged from small community to rural sites accessible only by plane or ATV.
• In-lab materials testing including: concrete compressive strengths, soil
gradations, proctors and organic content of soils.
• Onsite material testing including: nuclear density, concrete control, and soil
percolation testing for commercial, state and borough projects.
• Structural design and construction administration of Kenai Peninsula
commercial structures including; The Law Offices of Joseph Kashi, Saint Elias
Brewing Co., Salvation Army Church of Homer and Lamendola Orthodontics.
• Building inspection for the City of Soldotna at the Central Peninsula Hospital,
Kenai Peninsula College and commercial and private structures within the city
limits.
• AutoCAD drafting and detailing for civil, structural and mechanical engineers.
Seldovia Water and Sewer Improvements - Seldovia
Staff engineer responsible for onsite field investigation & testing of extensive
infiltration issues in the community's sub-tidal sewer mains. Andrew is the primary
engineer for this dynamic project, which has included the excavation and inspection of
Years of Experience:
8 Years
Professional
Discipline:
Civil Engineer
Registration:
Professional Engineer,
Alaska (CE 14054)
Residency: AK
Education:
BS, Civil Engineering
University of Alaska
Fairbanks,
Cum Laude (2006)
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sewer main & services, dye testing & flow monitoring, and direct camera inspection of a 1,500 + feet of services
and sewer main. Andrew is currently analyzing the field collected data and developing designs for much needed
repairs.
Andrew has also provided engineering support for several Seldovia water projects including inspection of water
service installation and design of onsite wastewater disposal for the communities planned water treatment plant.
Arctic Village Water System Improvements - Arctic Village
Andrew provided preliminary field investigation and design for this on-going project that includes the design and
construction of a new water treatment plant, washeteria, and river intake system in Arctic Village. Winter field
water sampling was conducted and evaluated for a new water source and existing facility deficiencies were
inspected.
Seward Water Crossing at Lowell Creek Canyon - Seward
Andrew worked on several projects for the City of Seward including the design of a water main crossing of Lowell
Creek canyon that was damaged during large storm events.
AWWU Water and Sewer Design Support - Anchorage
Andrew has provided engineering support on several AWWU projects including analysis and testing of the Ship
Creek Water Treatment Plant onsite sewer system. Additionally, he assisted in the design of the Eagle River Waste
Water Treatment Facility TWAS Pump Replacement project.
Nunapitchuk Water and Sewer Project - Nunapitchuk
Andrew provided general engineering support for construction of an 84,000-gallon water storage tank and pile
foundation as well as inspection of the facilities bulk fuel tank farm. Responsibilities included design, inspection of
work for conformance with project documents and preparation of technical documents. Additional activates
included inspection and design of the sewage outfall to the community lagoon.
Nashwoods Subdivision Road and Drainage Improvements - Seward
Staff engineer for the design and permitting of access roads and drainage within Nashwoods Subdivision Phase 5
for CIRI Real Estate and Development. The new roads include Johnson Ave, Godwin Rd and Nell Road. Andrew will
be responsible for onsite inspection and construction coordination in the summer months of 2010.
88th Avenue Upgrades - Anchorage
Staff engineer for the preliminary design and engineering of several retaining walls necessary to facilitate the
addition of a bike path and storm sewer system along this half mile section of collector roadway located in south
Anchorage.
References
David Lockard, PE – Alaska Energy Authority Project Manager (907 771-3000)
Lynn Marino, P.E. – State of Alaska, Village Safe Water Project Manager (907 269-7602)
Tim Dillon – Seldovia City Manager (907 234-7643)
LYLE LUNDBERG | CONSTRUCTION COST ESTIMATOR
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Lyle Lundberg has the experience and leadership skills in the local construction
industry of Ketchikan that spans 41 years. His work is specialized in southeast Alaska,
including: Sitka, Rowan Bay, Kuiu Island, Long Island, Hobart Bay, Ketchikan, Haines,
and other locations on Prince of Wales Island, Ketchikan, Juneau & Wrangell.
Project Experience
Southeast Roadbuilders, Inc. – Haines
Construction Superintendent. Various locations on Prince of Wales Island, Ketchikan,
Juneau, Wrangell from 2002 through 2013.
South Coast, Inc. – Ketchikan
Construction Superintendent, Project Manager, Office Engineer, Bidding
responsibilities. Ketchikan, and various locations in Alaska, and in Arizona from 1991
through 2002.
Klukwan, Inc. – Long Island, Hobart Bay, Ketchikan
Construction Superintendent, Project Manager. Long Island, Hobart Bay, Ketchikan
from 1984 – 1991.
Mud Bay Logging Company – Rowan Bay, Kuiu Island
Construction Foreman from 1978 – 1983.
Alaska Lumber & Pulp - Sitka
Forest Engineer, Woods Division, from 1973- 1978
Other Background
United States Army - 101st Airborne
Pathfinder, from 1968 – 1970
Years of Experience:
41 Years
Professional
Discipline:
Construction
Residency: AK
Education:
BS, Forest Engineering
University of
Washington (1973)
MARTIN N. FINNESAND | CHITINA ELECTRIC INC., PRESIDENT
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Martin has over 25 years of electrical experience, both with Chitina Electric, Inc. and as
it relates to the construction industry. Over 40 years’ experience in the construction
industry. He performed all tasks related to management and operations for work in
both fields. General Manager for Chitina Electric, Inc. since is inception, performing all
tasks required for its growth and operation. Community of Chitina being serviced in a
professional manner with a high-quality product as a result of years of dedicated
work.
Project Experience
Chitina Electric, Inc. - General Manager
Manage and operate all business for this wholly-owned subsidiary of Chitina Native
Corporation since its inception in 1979. From scratch, purchased and installed all
materials and supplies for providing electricity to the entire community of Chitina,
Alaska. Established management records, price sheets and maintenance schedules.
Administered all grants for Chitina Electric, including $261,000 grant for hydroelectric
plant construction, and grants for hydroelectric plant repair and upgrade of
transmission lines. Built original generator building. Currently oversee all aspects of
Chitina Electric, Inc., including running of generators; performance of all powerline
work to customers; performance of overhauls on generators; all purchasing of
equipment and supplies; hookup of new customers; installation of new power lines.
Supervise Chitina Electric’s two other employees. 1980 – Present.
Tsedina Construction - President and General Manager
Coordinated work efforts for Tsedina Construction on its joint ventures with
Dokoozian & Associates for two separate projects constructing housing units. Held
meetings, communicated via telephone, fax and in person all the necessary tasks to
enter into construction projects by joint venture. Secured financing to assist with
bonding requirements for Tsedina Construction to joint venture. Resulted in a
successful and profitable project being completed on time and under-budget for the
joint venture with Dokoozian & Associates. 1997 – 2000.
Ahtna Construction Corporation – Project Manager
Over a period of 20 years, beginning work as a mechanic, heavy equipment operator,
and welder, earning the position of crew foreman, and promoted to construction
project manager for jobs undertaken by Ahtna. 1979 – 2000.
Various Construction Companies – Construction Work
Performed construction duties for companies including: Morrison/Knutson, Green
Construction, Arctic Slope/Alaska General, Rogers & Babler, Chris Berg Construction,
Walch Construction Company, Johnson Sand & Gravel, City of Valdez, and Bayless &
Roberts. 1959 – 1979.
B&F Chevron Service – Self-Employed
Worked in Chitina. 1958 – 1959.
Years of Experience:
40+ Years
Professional
Discipline:
Construction
Residency: AK
Education:
Electrical Seminar,
Alaska Power Authority
(1984)
Professional Affiliations:
Local 302, Operating
Engineers (1969)
BRIAN C. GRAY, PE | MECHANICAL ENGINEER
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Mr. Gray is a lifelong resident of Alaska with more than 25 years of engineering
experience with a career emphasis in rural areas. For the past twenty years he has
served as project engineer and project manager for the design and construction of
over $100 million worth of rural power generation, fuel storage, and energy related
projects in Alaskan communities. Responsibilities have included feasibility analysis,
program development, budgeting, design, permitting, construction management,
system startup. He has also had an extensive role in implementing standards for
operations and maintenance of rural energy infrastructure including development of
the AEA/AVTEC Power Plant Operator and Bulk Fuel Operator training videos.
As a design engineer Mr. Gray has prepared construction documents for power
generation, fuel storage, heat recovery, heating, ventilation, plumbing, fire protection
systems, and site utilities for a wide range of commercial, industrial, and residential
facilities. His projects have taken him to more than 100 rural Alaskan communities
where he has had to successfully solve the unique engineering and logistical
challenges that are synonymous with developing projects in remote sites.
Over the past 10 years Mr. Gray has primarily focused on power generation efficiency.
He has developed methods for selecting the most efficient engines and specifying
control systems that maximize overall plant fuel economy. Many of his projects have
involved integrating diesel generation with alternative energy including hydro-electric
and wind. He has developed operating sequences that maximize utilization of
alternative energy while addressing power quality issues such as frequency control
and reactive power correction.
Project Experience
Tazimina Hydro Upgrade – Tazimina
Design and project management for renovation and upgrade of the existing Tazimina
River hydro-electric generation facility. Project included installation of new
switchgear, replacement of control and instrumentation devices, and related systems.
A new SCADA system was developed that allowed remote start/stop control and
monitoring of the hydro plant. Electric boilers were installed in three remote locations
- two at regional schools and one at the diesel power plant. A control sequence was
developed to allow use of excess available hydro power for space heating. The first
year of operation offset over 20,000 gallons of diesel fuel. The boiler in the diesel
plant was provided with a governor function that significantly improved frequency
control of the hydro generator.
Unalakleet Power System Upgrade - Unalakleet
Design and project management for construction of a new diesel power plant and
integration of wind generation. The project included four 450kW diesel generators
and six 100kW wind turbines. The system was integrated to provide maximum use of
available wind power. An electric boiler was installed to control frequency and ensure
adequate load was maintained on the diesel engines. The heat from the electric boiler
was incorporated into the diesel heat recovery system. A step controlled capacitor
bank was installed to control reactive power during medium to high wind penetration.
Years of Experience:
25 Years
Professional
Discipline:
Mechanical Engineer
Registration:
Professional Engineer,
Alaska, 1991 (ME 8210)
Land Surveyor in
Training, 1985
Residency: AK
Education:
BS, Mechanical
Engineering University of
Alaska, Fairbanks (1986)
Magna Cum Laude
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Ouzinkie Hydro Upgrade - Ouzinkie
Design and project management for installation of new switchgear for the existing hydro-electric plant and
integration of the hydro plant with the remote diesel power plant. A control sequence was developed for the
hydro plant to operate at full capacity based on available water. A head level control monitors the water level in
the reservoir and reduces the hydro output to match the water supply. When the community power demand
exceeds the hydro output, the diesel plant automatically starts and operates in parallel with the hydro plant.
During the first year of operation the new system reduced the diesel fuel consumption by almost 50%.
King Cove Power System Upgrade – King Cove
Design and project management for construction of a new diesel power plant and renovation of an existing hydro-
electric plant. The project included four diesel generators with a combined capacity of 3 MW and integration on
an existing 800kW hydro-generator. The system was integrated to provide maximum use of available hydro
power with a head level control and automatic startup and paralleling of the diesel generators. An electric boiler
was installed to control frequency and utilize available excess hydro capacity. The heat from the electric boiler was
incorporated into the diesel heat recovery system and provides heat to the local school.
Power System Upgrade Projects – Various Locations
Design and project management for village diesel power plants. Responsible for mechanical engineering, overall
design coordination, and construction administration. Many projects included on site fuel storage, heat recovery,
used oil blending, and other unique features. Representative project sites include:
Akiachak Angoon Arctic Village Atka Atmauluak
Beaver Buckland Chefornak Chitina Chuathbaluk
Crooked Creek Diomede Elfin Cove Golovin Gustavus
Hoonah Hughes Igiugig Karluk Kokhanok
Kongiganak Koyukuk Kwigillingok Levelok Manokotak
McGrath Napakiak Napaskiak Nikolski Nunam-Iqua
Pedro Bay Pelican Pilot Point Stevens Village Stony River
Sleetmute Takotna Tenakee Springs Tuluksak Yakutat
Barrow Utilities and Electric Cooperative Turbine – Barrow
Mechanical design for two major generation expansion projects. Each project involved installation of a 4.8 MW gas
turbine generator. Work included design of all mechanical systems and coordination with other design disciplines.
Diesel Engine Fuel-Efficiency Analysis – Various Communities
Gathered fuel consumption data from multiple manufacturers for various engines. Consolidated data into graphs
that compare fuel efficiency of different units at varying loads. Provided recommendations for the most efficient
combinations of generators to use to meet the power demands of various communities.
Other Project Highlights
Used Oil Blending System.
Designed a used oil blending system that can be field assembled from standard components. The cost of the new
system was less than half the cost of comparable pre-packaged systems.
Fire Suppression Systems.
Researched options for fire suppression systems for diesel engine rooms. Found a European water mist system
that uses high pressure nitrogen and water. Performed a field test on an actual diesel fuel fire to verify
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effectiveness. Determined that the water mist system was effective and had a far lower replacement cost.
Prepared specifications for new system that is now the standard for all smaller AEA power plants.
Process Control and Monitoring.
Expanded functions of generator control switchgear to include control of radiators and other similar devices plus
monitoring of various processes such as glycol, and charge air cooling, heat recovery operation, and fuel oil day
tank functions. Integrated into SCADA system so that all functions can be monitored from a remote location.
STEVE ANDERSON, P.E. | GEOTECHNICAL ENGINEER
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Mr. Anderson is a geotechnical engineer with over 21 years of experience that
includes cold climate engineering, civil engineering design, permitting support, agency
consultation, and construction and engineering management. His cold climate
engineering experience includes design of a 5,000 lf cut-off wall into permafrost at the
Red Dog Mine and annual management of slope stability monitoring for select sites
along the Trans Alaska Pipeline System. Mr. Anderson has managed and performed
geotechnical investigations, analysis, and geotechnical design for pipelines, buildings,
roads, earth-fill dams, and bridges. He has experience with design of lined
containment systems and has performed construction monitoring for over 50 million
square feet of liner. Mr. Anderson has performed geotechnical investigations on over
50 sites and is experienced with many methods of field and laboratory testing of soils.
Project Experience
Fivemile Creek Hydroelectric Project – Chitina
Project manager who performed preliminary geohazard and geotechnical
investigation for the proposed intake site, penstock alignment, and turbine house.
This work was followed by a geophysical investigation to assess depth of bedrock
along penstock alignment, and cost estimation for grouting at the intake site.
Back Dam Cut-off Wall Design - Red Dog Mine
Lead designer for back dam cut-off wall to reduce seepage through an overburden
stockpile located on the back side of the tailings pond. Design includes constructing
earthen embankment with over 5,000 lf plastic concrete cut-off wall up to 150 ft deep.
This earthen embankment and cut-off wall has been raised three times.
Lower Slate Lake Dam Periodic Safety Inspection - Kensington Mine
Periodic safety inspection (PSI) for 63 ft high geosynthetic lined face rockfill dam used
for storage of tailings and treatment of tailings water. PSI involved evaluation of
performance data and water balance.
Recycled Tailings Pond Dam Periodic Safety Inspection - Pogo Mine
Periodic safety inspection (PSI) for 92 ft high geosynthetic lined face rockfill dam used
for storage of seepage and runoff from the upstream dry stack tailings facility. PSI
involved review and evaluation of design floods involving newly constructed diversion
ditches for the increased dry stack tailings facility.
Icy Creek Reservoir Dam Periodic Safety Inspection – Unalaska
Periodic safety inspection (PSI) for 25 ft high braced sheet pile dam used for city water
supply. Dam has a Class II potential hazard classification due to fuel tanks located
downstream.
Stebbins Water Reservoir – Stebbins
Project manager for geotechnical investigation to evaluate feasibility for proposed
water reservoir in warm, ice-rich permafrost.
Years of Experience:
21 Years
Professional
Discipline:
Geotechnical Engineer
Registration:
Professional Engineer,
Alaska CE 9120
Residency: AK
Education:
MSCE, Geotechnical
Engineering University of
Washington,
Washington (1993)
BS, Civil Engineering
Colorado State
University, Ft. Collins,
Colorado (1984)
Health and Safety
Certification per OSHA
29CFR1910
Professional Affiliations:
American Society of Civil
Engineers
Publications:
Anderson, S.L., R.G. Tart,
Jr., and A. Lai. 2002.
Evaluation of Buried
Secondary Containment
Liners. Eleventh
International Conference
on Cold Regions
Engineering, May.
Anchorage, Alaska, USA.
Anderson, Steven, Tom
Krzewinski, and Jim
Swendseid. 2008.
Geotechnical
Considerations for Cut-
off Wall in Warm
Permafrost. Ninth
International Conference
on Permafrost, July.
Fairbanks, Alaska, USA.
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Big Kitoi Dam Periodic Safety Inspection - Afognak Island, Kodiak
Periodic safety inspection (PSI) for concrete buttress dam used for water supply at fish hatchery.
Dublin Gulch Heap Leach Pad Conceptual Design - Dublin Gulch, Yukon, Canada
Conceptual design and cost estimate for proposed heap leach facility for gold mine in Yukon, Canada.
Bettinger Timber Dam Demolition Design – Kodiak
Lead designer for demolishing two large timber dams located in the City of Kodiak. Design involved sampling and
environmental testing of timber and sediment, hydrology analyses, permitting, and design drawings and
specifications.
Monashka Creek Dam Stage II Upgrade - Kodiak Island
Engineer of record for design of upgrades for 50 ft high earthen dam. Upgrades included raising the main dam 8 ft,
a new retaining structure and spillway, raising the intake tower, reconstructing and raising one existing dike, and
the addition of two new dikes.
Nixon Fork Tailings Dam Raise - Gold Mine Near McGrath
Designed raise for existing lined tailings dam located on permafrost at Nixon Fork Gold Mine. Work included
performing a periodic safety inspection for existing structure, updating the operations and maintenance manual, a
geotechnical investigation and thermal modelling for the dam raise, and developing plans and specifications.
Tudor Road and Lake Otis Parkway Traffic Improvements Project – Anchorage
This project provided additional traffic lanes for one of the busiest and developed intersections in Anchorage and
included widening the road, demolition of an existing wall, and construction of a new and higher wall. Work
support for the overall road improvements included geotechnical, environmental, and foundation engineering.
Work support for retaining wall included design of tie-back and cantilever walls, preparation of plans and
specifications, and construction quality assurance.
Vortac Dam Evaluation - Kotzebue
Evaluation of eroding water supply dam constructed with frozen core embankment. Evaluation included a site visit
and a review of historical data. Cost estimated were prepared for additional geotechnical investigation, design
drawings, and construction.
Monashka Creek Dams Periodic Safety Inspection - Kodiak Island
Periodic safety inspection for the upgraded reservoir system.
Spenard Road Water Line Upgrade – Anchorage
Geotechnical investigation for pipeline located near the face of a 30-year old concrete retaining wall and a 36-
degree embankment slope. Following the field investigation, a stability analysis was performed for the retaining
wall and embankment.
Pillar Creek Dams Periodic Safety Inspection - Kodiak Island
Performed two periodic safety inspections (PSI) for the Pillar Creek Dam Complex, which includes five earthfill
dams and one sheet pile dam.
Lake Bettinger Complex Dams Periodic Safety Inspection - Kodiak Island
Performed two periodic safety inspections (PSI) for the Dam Complex, which includes three earthfill dams and two
timber dams.
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Aquaculture Dam Periodic Safety Inspection - Evans Island
Phase I periodic safety inspection (PSI) for a 14 ft high concrete and steel plate dam.
Cannery Creek Dam Periodic Safety Inspection – PWS
Periodic safety inspection (PSI) for a 18 ft high concrete gravity dam located in Unakwik Inlet, Prince William
Sound, Alaska.
Christensen Drive Retaining Wall – Anchorage
Geotechnical investigation for design of a retaining wall in downtown Anchorage.
VSM Stability - Trans Alaska Pipeline System
Project manager for field investigations and geotechnical evaluations at five sloping sites to assess the stability of
vertical support members (VSM's) supporting an aboveground pipeline.
Retaining Wall Design Review - ADOT&PF
This project involved review of proposed concrete retaining wall standard drawings for the Alaska Department of
Transportation and Public Facilities (ADOT&PF).
True North Waste Dump Sites – Fairbanks
Phase 2 investigation and analysis of two potential waste rock sites for a proposed gold mine. The purpose of this
work was to further characterize the ground conditions at each site and to develop general dump configurations
and operational constraints for each site.
JAN DEICK | SENIOR SCIENTIST / HYDROGEOLOGIST
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Jan Deick has over 27 years of consulting experience and has been working in the
Anchorage office since 2003 as a project manager and senior technical support for
hydrology and environmental projects related to water resource and infrastructure
development. He has worked throughout much of Alaska conducting surface water
and groundwater studies and feasibility evaluations. He is familiar with logistical
challenges of working in remote area of Alaska.
Since 2003, Jan has supported over 20 water resource and infrastructure development
projects for remote village communities in Alaska with the State of Alaska Village Safe
Water Program or the Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium (ANTHC). These
projects were located in the future village of Mertarvik, and the existing villages
Hooper Bay, Scammon Bay, Lower Kalskag, Unalakleet, Grayling, Emmonak, Golovin,
McGrath, Nicolai, Pilot Station, Angoon, Coffman Cove, Saxman, Tazlina, Shungnak and
Bethel to name a few.. Other locations are referenced in the project experience
section below.
For most of these projects, Golder provided hydrology and geotechnical services in
support of various types of Design Analysis Reports (DARS) and feasibility studies, as
we were teamed with Alaska’s leading architect and engineering (A&E) firms. We
have developed working relationships with many of the A&E firms that consistently
provide services water and sewer projects in Alaska, although we also have contracted
directly with VSW and ANTHC. Jan’s project experience includes: hydrological
characterization, storm water runoff evaluation, well design and installation oversight,
aquifer test design and analysis, water quality evaluation, environmental site
assessments and remediation, permitting, regulatory compliance review,
environmental cleanups, and water use authorization applications.
Project Experience
Girdwood, Waste Water Treatment Facility – Girdwood
Senior hydrogeological engineering support for the waste water treatment facility
Phase I upgrade project. Work included investigating the hydrogeology of the site as
part of the geotechnical contract to develop a dewatering program for installation of
the influent pump station. Tasks included: test well installation, permitting, aquifer
test, dewatering evaluation, and follow up consultation during construction activities.
Stream Flow Assessment and Intake Design Consultation - Coffman Cove
Project manager for a surface water source assessment to provide stream flow data
for a new surface water intake. Conducting stream flow monitoring over a one year
period to develop a stream gauge rating curve and provide design consultation.
Surface Water Assessment – Angoon
Project manager for developing a new surface water source for the City of Angoon
located in southeast Alaska. Tasks completed included a background review of
existing information, drainage basin delineation, surface water flow modelling and
predictions.
Years of Experience:
27 Years
Professional
Discipline:
Hydrologist
Registration:
Professional Geologist
No. 593-013 WI, 2/7/96
- Present
Residency: AK
Education:
MS, Hydrology,
University of Idaho,
Idaho, Moscow (1986)
BS, Geology, University
of Minnesota,
Minnesota, Duluth
(1982)
Certifications:
First Aid Certifications-
Industrial, BBP, CPR,
and refreshers as needed
1910.120, 10 Hr OSHA
Construction Training
per 29CFR1926,
2007 and Annual
Refreshers
40 HR HAZWOPER
Training and refreshers
per 29CFR ,
1986 and Annual
Refreshers
MSHA Certifications
Surface Metal and Non-
Metal Operations
30CFR46 & 48,
JAN DEICK | SENIOR SCIENTIST / HYDROGEOLOGIST
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Surface Water Assessment – Saxman
Project manager for developing a new surface water source for the City of Saxman located in southeast Alaska.
Tasks completed included a background review of existing information, drainage basin delineation, surface water
flow modelling and predictions. The project also included a preliminary geotechnical review of the selected dam
site.
Surface Water Source Evaluation – Nanwalek
Provided technical support for a local engineering firm that evaluated surface water supply options for the remote
Village of Nanwalek (formerly English Bay). Performed a detailed background review and concluded that
groundwater potentially under the influence of surface water was the option with the best chance for success.
Surface Water Resource Investigation - Goodnews Bay
Performed an assessment of the reliability of surface water watershed as a water supply source for a small remote
Alaska Village located in Western Alaska. Performed site reconnaissance and installed small stream weir for
monitoring the stream volume of Village Creek, the traditional water supply for the village.
Nixon Fork Mine – Dewatering Evaluation – McGrath
Performed a hydrology and water quality assessment to assess the feasibility of de-watering and re-opening an
underground gold mine near McGrath. Project includes evaluating waste water discharge options, permitting per
NPDES and ADEC requirements, preparation of a SWPP for the exploration period of the mine per the Multi-Sector
General Permit Requirements, water quality sampling, and aquifer testing and assessing the feasibility of
underground injection under the EPA Class V Rules.
Colville River Area Water Source Assessment – North Slope
Performed an evaluation of potential water source for oil and gas development in the Colville River Delta.
Surface Water Intake Consultation - Arctic Village
Project manager for a surface water intake. Provide stream flow data, stream channel migration surface water
intake design consultation.
LARRY CLIFTON | HYDRAULIC / HYDROLOGY MODELLING ANALYST
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Larry Clifton has over 20 years experience in mathematical modeling, numerical
optimization, and digital control algorithms applied to hydroelectric systems. Projects
have included transients in power canals and pressurized conduits, energy production
models, turbine selection, reservoir management, optimal load scheduling, voltage
control stability, frequency control stability, and load pickup capability.
Project Experience
Falls Creek Hydroelectric Project - Alaska
Governor commissioning. 1 MW Pelton turbine, isolated system, 2009.
Tyson Creek Hydroelectric Project – British Columbia
Hydraulic transient analysis, islanded system simulation for 9.4 MW Pelton turbine,
grid connected with islanding capability, 2007 – 2009.
Taum Sauk Pumped Storage Project – Missouri
Governor commissioning and training. Two 200 MW pump turbines, grid connected,
2009.
Castle Creek Hydroelectric Project - Colorado
Hydraulic transient analysis, islanded system simulation. 1 MW Pelton turbine, grid
connected with islanding capability, 2009.
Boston Bar Hydroelectric Project – British Columbia
Digital governing algorithm and commissioning. 3.5 MW Pelton turbine, grid
connected with islanding capability, 2008-2009
Sitka Electric System - Alaska
Frequency regulation model. Multiple Francis turbine hydroelectric plants totalling 30
MW, 2009.
Bart Lake Hydroelectric Project – Alaska
Islanded system simulation. 15 MW Pelton turbine, grid connected with islanding
capability, 2008.
William’s Fork Hydroelectric Project - Colorado
Hydraulic transient analysis. 575 kW Francis turbine, grid connected, 2008.
Roxburgh Hydroelectric Project – New Zealand
Governor commissioning and modeling. Eight 41.8 MW Francis turbines, grid
connected, 2007 – 2008.
Years of Experience:
20 Years
Residency: AK
Education:
MA, Mathematics,
University of
Washington (1985)
BS, Physics, University of
Washington (1978)
Professional Affiliations:
Institute of Electrical &
Electronics Engineers
(IEEE)
Publications:
Clifton, L. “Fast Fourier
Transform Methods for
the Computation of
Hydraulic System
Transients.” ASME 1986
Winter Annual Meeting,
FED--Vol. 39.
Clifton, L.
“Waterhammer and
Governor Analysis.”
International Water
Power and Dam
Construction, Aug1987.
McManus, P., R.
Winship, J. DeVault, and
L. Clifton “Integrated
Automatic Hydroelectric
Plant Control.” Water
Power '87.
Clifton, L. “Optimal
Governing of Reaction
Turbines.” International
Water Power and Dam
Construction, Mar1988.
Clifton, L. “Optimal
Governing of High Head
Turbines.” International
Water Power and Dam
Construction, Jan 1989.
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Clyde Hydroelectric Project - New Zealand
Governor commissioning and modeling. Four 114 MW Francis turbines, grid connected, 2006-2007.
Pelican Hydroelectric Project - Alaska
Surge tank design, hydraulic transients, governing capability. 600 kW Francis turbine, isolated system,
2006-2008.
Tasiilaq Hydroelectric Project - Greenland
Hydraulic transients, governor design and commissioning. 1.2 MW Turgo turbine, isolated system, 2003-
2004.
McCannell Creek Hydroelectric Project - British Columbia
Hydraulic transients, governor design and commissioning. 600 kW Pelton turbine, isolated system, 2003-
2004.
Mauka Hydroelectric Project – Hawaii
Governor and commissioning. 1 MW Pelton turbine, grid connected with islanding capability, 2002.
Tazimina Hydroelectric Project - Alaska
Hydraulic transients, governor design and commissioning. Two 424 kW Francis turbines, isolated system,
1998.
Canon del Pato Hydroelectric Project – Peru
Governor design, and commissioning. Six 40 MW Pelton turbines, grid connected, 1999.
Power Creek Hydroelectric Project – Alaska
Hydraulic transients, governor design, and commissioning. Two 3 MW Turgo turbines, isolated system,
1997.
Goat Lake Hydroelectric Project - Alaska
Hydraulic transients, governing stability. 4 MW Pelton turbine, isolated system, 1997 – 1998.
Mamquam Hydroelectric Project - British Columbia
Economic analysis of tunnel losses, digital governor algorithms. Two 30 MW Francis turbines, grid connected,
1994-1997.
Black Bear Hydroelectric Project - Alaska
Hydraulic transients, governing stability. 5 MW Pelton turbine, isolated system, 1994.
LARRY CLIFTON | HYDRAULIC / HYDROLOGY MODELLING ANALYST
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Moresby Lake Hydroelectric Project – British Columbia
Hydraulic transients, governing stability, and commissioning. Two 2 MW Francis turbines, isolated system, 1987 –
1989.
ROBIN REICH| PERMITTING SPECIALIST
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Ms. Reich, who founded Solstice Alaska Consulting Inc., has more than 18 years of
experience in environmental documentation and permitting. Robin understands
permitting hydroelectric projects and has obtained environmental authorizations for
many hydro projects including Alaska Department of Fish and Game Habitat Permits,
Alaska Department of Natural Resources Water Rights, and U.S. Army Corps of
Engineers Wetlands Permit as well as local land use permits. She also knows FERC
hydroelectric licensing requirements and has been involved in licensing projects.
Robin’s projects often require that she facilitate conversations between agencies,
engineers, and clients to mitigate for potential environmental impacts. Having grown
up in rural Alaska and spending her entire professional career helping public and
private clients obtain regulatory approvals, Robin is well aware of the issues and
challenges surrounding Alaskan hydroelectric projects. Experienced in wetlands, water
quality, and fisheries field studies (and growing up commercial fishing), Robin has a
thorough understanding of issues that arise during hydro project environmental
documentation and permitting.
Project Experience
Old Harbor Hydroelectric Project FERC License Application, Alaska Village Electric
Cooperative (AVEC)
Robin is currently leading a team to obtain the FERC Hydroelectric License Application
for a small hydropower project in Old Harbor on Kodiak Island. A FERC license
application has been submitted and Robin is assisting AVEC respond to agency
comments on the application. Work has also involved holding community scoping and
follow up meetings, developing a Proposed Study Plan and Revised Study Plan working
closely with the Alaska Department of Fish and Game, NOAA Fisheries, and the Kodiak
National Wildlife Refuge, and other agencies. Following the Study Plan, Robin
facilitated a summer field effort, including a bald eagle nest survey, a wetlands
delineation and functional assessment, a fish and fish habitat study, and a cultural
resources field assessment. In addition, Robin lead the preparation of permit
applications for the project.
Pelican Hydroelectric Amendment to FERC License - City of Pelican
Robin assisted the City of Pelican to develop the draft FERC license application for
improvements to the Pelican Hydroelectric Facility. She worked with project engineers
to compile the required design and engineering sections of the application including
Exhibits A-D, F, and G. She led a team that drafted the Environmental Report (Exhibit
E) and permit applications (Exhibits I, J, and K). Work involved researching existing
conditions, discussing the hydro project upgrades with regulatory agencies, and
addressing environmental concerns by working with project engineers.
Cosmos Hill Hydroelectric Feasibility Study - Alaska Village AVEC
Robin acted as AVEC’s project manager for a feasibility study to determine whether
hydropower was an option in the Upper Kobuk River area. The project analyzed four
creeks, one river, and interties between potential hydro projects and communities.
Years of Experience:
18 Years
Residency: AK
Education:
MS studies, University of
Alaska, Biology
BS, Humboldt State
University, Biology and
Zoology, 1992
Professional Affiliations:
Alaska Association of
Environmental
Professionals
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Robin represented AVEC in managing consultants responsible for completing hydrology, wetlands, fisheries,
geotechnical, and cultural resources studies. Robin consulted with FERC to determine licensing requirements. She
completed public involvement activities by presenting the project and findings of the studies in the communities of
Ambler, Shungnak, and Kobuk.
Chenega Hydroelectric Project - Hatch
Robin led a team to prepare permit applications for a small hydroelectric project in Chenega Bay in Prince William
Sound, including an ADF&G Fish Habitat Permit application, an ADNR Water Rights Authorization application, a
USACE Wetlands Permit application, and a FERC Declaration of Intent.
Adak Hydroelectric Reconnaissance Study - TDX
Robin led a team to research regulatory and FERC jurisdictional requirements for two proposed hydroelectric
projects at Adak in the Aleutians. Robin researched environmental conditions and worked with project engineers
to determine potential impacts to environmental categories including anadromous fish streams, wetlands, cultural
resources, and endangered species. Required environmental permits and authorizations were summarized in a
memorandum.
Brevig Mission-Teller Intertie - AVEC
Robin helped AVEC to plan and obtain environmental approvals a 6.2-mile combination
overhead/buried/underwater electric intertie serving the communities of Brevig Mission and Teller, which was
constructed in fall 2011. She prepared separate BIA and Denali Commission environmental documents for the
project. Her work included analyzing intertie alternatives including an all underwater route, an all overhead route,
and the approved combination overhead/buried/underwater intertie. Robin is familiar with the damaged
sustained to the intertie during a large storm in November 2011, and has worked with AVEC on solutions to this
problem.
On Call Environmental Services - AVEC
Currently, Robin is the project manager for an on call contract to assisting AVEC with environmental permitting and
documents and site control for energy projects throughout the Alaska. Robin has lead permitting activities on wind
projects in Toksook, Shaktoolik, Emmonak. Robin has been responsible for reviewing existing wind farm projects to
ensure that environmental mitigation measures agreed to during permitting (including bird strike studies and
tower diversions) have been completed in Savoonga, Gambell, and Quinhagak. She has worked with AVEC and
their engineers to determine the best location for meteorological towers and obtaining FAA and USFWS approvals
for the placement of the towers. Robin has updated FAA approvals on existing wind turbines
RICK ELLIOTT | LAND CONSULTANT
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Rick Elliott has extensive experience working with land status and title in rural Alaska.
He worked for the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) for over 6 years (1974-1981) as
a land law examiner and program analyst. As a land law examiner, he worked on
mining claims, Native allotments, rights of way, and Alaska Native Claims Settlement
Act (ANCSA) selections. He is very familiar with the BLM’s public land records system
and with public land law in rural Alaska. As a program analyst for BLM, he provided
system oversight and analysis to all aspects of the ANCSA conveyance process. He
performed policy analyses and made policy recommendations and prepared analyses
of specific land law and land title questions.
Mr. Elliott has 18 years experience (1981-1999) with the State Department of
Community and Regional Affairs (now the Department of Commerce, Community &
Economic Development). As program manager, he was responsible for negotiating
agreements and preparing legal documents pertaining to the identification, transfer,
disposal and management of municipal trust land. He was responsible for the
statewide program of land management for rural Alaska communities. He directed
the Department’s land management training program for rural land managers. He
authored an informational booklet entitled “What is Site Control?” which outlined
basic site control information and procedures for rural projects.
Mr. Elliott is currently in private practice as a land consultant. He contracts with
engineering firms, Native entities, public utilities, federal, state and local governments
to provide assistance in the acquisition, disposal and management of land or interests
in land. He also does extensive subcontracting for engineering firms and Alaska Village
Electric Cooperative to do land title research, prepare site control opinions, and
develop action plans for the necessary steps to obtain site control for rural
development projects.
Project Experience
Tanana Water and Sewer Project with Too’gha, Inc. and Village Safe Water
For the acquisition of easements and one fee title acquisition for water and sewer
lines and pump stations.
As subconsultant for engineering firms have provided land services for various
VSW projects.
Koyuk Bulk Fuel Storage and Line System for AVEC - Koyuk
Performed title research and prepared acquisition documents for proposed bulk fuel
storage site and line distribution system.
As consultant for AVEC, provide land services for various energy related projects such
as power plants, bulk fuel storage, transmissions lines and wind generation sites.
Years of Experience:
40 Years
Professional
Discipline:
Land Consultant
Registration:
Senior Right-of-Way
(SRWA), International
Right of Way
Association, certified
instructor
Residency: AK
Education:
Masters of Public
Administration,
University of Alaska,
Anchorage 1978
Masters of Business
Administration,
University of Alaska,
Anchorage, Alaska 1973
BS in Business
Management,
Northwest Missouri
State University,
Maryville, Missouri,
1969
RICK ELLIOTT | LAND CONSULTANT
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Parks Highway Right of Way Acquisition with State Department of Transportation & Public Facilities – Mat-Su
Borough
Acquired land title, public use easements and temporary construction permits for Parks Highway realignment near
Willow.
Business Boulevard Bike Trail and Pedestrian Access Project for Municipality of Anchorage - Anchorage
Acquired public use easements and temporary construction permits for bike trail, utilities and sidewalks in Eagle
River.
AEA Bulk Fuel Storage Projects – Various Locations
Work for six engineering firms as a subconsultant providing land services in accordance with AEA’s site control
guidelines. Have provided services for projects in over 50 villages.
He regularly instructs a class on “Land Title in Rural Alaska” which he developed for Chapter 49 of the International
Right of Way Association (IRWA). He is also certified by IRWA to instruct U.S Land Titles.
References
Keith Jost, Program Manager, Municipal Lands Trustee Program, Division of Community & Regional Affairs, DCCED,
State of Alaska (907)269-4548
Allan J. Breitzman, ANCSA 14(c) Specialist, Division of Cadastral Survey and Geomatics
Bureau of Land Management(907)271-5606
Lynn Marino, P.E., VSW Engineer, Village Safe Water, DEC (907)269-7602
Resolution of Support
65% Construction Drawings