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SECTION I - APPLICANT INFORMATION';,
Name (Name of utility, IPP, or govemment entity submitting proposal)
City of Coffman Cove
Type of Entity: Utility Fiscal Year End: .tune 30
Tax ID # 92-0132969 Tax Status: —For-profit or tenon -profit ( check one)
Mailing Address
Physical Address
P.O. Box 18135
102 Denali Alley
Coffman Cove, Alaska 99918
Coffman Cove, Alaska 99918
Telephone
Fax
Email
907-329-2233
907-329-2212
coffmancove@ccalaska.com
1.1 APPLICANT POINT OF CONTACT 1 GRANTS MANAGER
Name
Title
Misty Sea Fitzpatrick
Administrator
Mailing Address
P.O. BOX 18135
Coffman Cove, Alaska 99918
Telephone
Fax
Email
907-329-2233
907-329-2212
coffmancoveci�ccalaska.com
1.2 APPLICANT MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS'.
Please check as appropriate..:If you do not to meet the minimum applicant requtrerrients, 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
X
A local government, or
A governmental entity (which includes tribal councils and housing authorities);
1.2.2 Attached to .this application is formal approval and endorsement for its project by
Yes
its 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 -Yes 'or No in the box )
Yes
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.
Yes
1.2.4 If awarded the grant; we can comply with all terms and conditions of the attached
grant form. (Any exceptions should be clearly noted and submitted with the
application.)
No
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 pleasedescribe the nature of the
project and who will be the primary beneficiaries. See .Below ..
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This project would provide a renewable energy; intertie_to: part of the City of
Coffman Cove, Alaska that presently are self -generating because they are not on the
islands micro -grid.: TheCity Coffman Cove was connected to Prince of Wales Island
(POW) renewable energy micro -grid in 2011 shutting down the diesel generators serving:
the community.- However, significantportions of the community are not connected to the
distribution system. There are. 91 privately owned lots :that must self -generate at an
approximate cost of $2.35/kWh (based on the cost of residential. fuel; small generator
costs; and, the monthly average kWh used by those on the islands grid); the formula for
determining this can be found below in the application..: The renewable energy micro -grid
on POW has a - rate of $0.2243/kW.h for a residential rate, 'which would provide a
significant savings to these unserved lots.
The City of Coffman Cove, a Denali Commission Distressed Community, cannot
afford to bring in this electric' infrastructure and must therefore seek grant funding for this
to happen. APC has graciously agreed to credit the first nine households that connect to
this grid once it is in place, an amount equal to $36,000.
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SECTION 2 —:PROJECT SUMMARY.'' .
This is intended to be no more than a 1-2 page overview of your project
2.1 Project Title — (Provide'a 4 to 5 word title for your project)
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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.
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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: 61.195676.449M6663. It you:would like assistance obtaining
this information please contact AEA at 907-771-3031-
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2.2.2 Community benefiting -- Name(s)' of the community or communities that willbethe
beneficiaries of the project.
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cooking, etc.
2.3 PROJECT TYPE
Put X in boxes as appropriate
2.3.1 Renewable Resource Type
Wind
Biomass or Biofuels
Hydro, including run of river
X
Transmission of Renewable Energy
Geothermal, including Heat Pumps
Small Natural Gas
Heat Recovery from existing sources
Hydrokinetic
Solar
Storage of Renewable
Other (Describe)
2.3.2 Proposed Grant Funded Phase(s) for this Request (Check all that apply)
Pre -Construction
Construction
Reconnaissance
X
Design and Permitting
Feasibility
X
Construction and Commissioning
Conceptual Design
2.4 PROJECT DESCRIPTION
Provide a brief one paragraph description of your proposed project
I nis project would provide a renewable energy intertie to part of the City of Coffman Cove,
Alaska that presently are self -generating because they are not on the islands micro -grid. The
City of Coffman Cove was connected to Prince of Wales Island (POW) renewable energy micro -
grid in 2011, shutting down the diesel generators serving the community. However, significant
portions of the community are not connected to the distribution system. There are 91 privately
owned lots that must self -generate at an approximate cost of $2.35/kWh (based on the cost of
residential fuel; small generator costs; and, the monthly average kWh used by those on the
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islands grid); the formula for determining this can be found below in the application. The
renewable energy micro -grid on POW has a rate of $0.2243/kWh for a residential rate, which
would provide a significant savings to these unserved lots.
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; etc.)
mousenoios on ine grid average z�i iz/montn. tjased on our analysis regarding the
operation of a gas fueled portable generator, the cost to self -generate is approximately
$2.35/kWh versus the local renewable energy grid's rate of $0.2243/kWh. Placing these self -
generating households on the POW grid will provide many social benefits, not the least of which
is lower electric rates. The City of Coffman Cove, a Denali Commission Distressed Community,
cannot afford to bring in this electric infrastructure and must therefore seek grant funding for this
to happen. APC has graciously agreed to credit the first nine households that connect to this
grid once it is in place, an amount equal to $36,000.
Most people don't run their generators more than 12 to 14 hours a day; using the
premise that the generation is run 14 hours per day, this equates to $39.06'/day spent on fuel.
This equates to $1,172.002 for a 30-day month for just the fuel; while operating at 50% load. A
generator purchased at $999.00, and assuming it is replaced every 2.5 years,3 the cost of fuel
over this timeframe would be $35,160.00,4 for a total cost of $36,159.00/per 2.5 years; without
replacement parts, oil, filters, or repairs. Considering the modest incomes Coffman Cove has,
$14,000 a year just for fuel is a significant part of their household budget. The median
household income for Coffman Cove is $22,045, which is only 34% of the median household
income for the State of Alaska at $64,576.5
16.2 gallons x $4.50/gal. = $27.90 - 10 (number of hours for tank of gas) = $2.79/per hour x 14/hrs = 39.06;
remember, this is for only running at 50%.
z $1,172/mo. - $112/mo = 10.46 times more per month for self generation. 10.46 x $0.2243 = $2.35/kWh.
3 The cost of replacement is cheaper than rebuilding.
4 Fuel for one year would equal $14,064.
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2.6 PROJECT BUDGET OVERVIEW
Briefly discuss the amount of funds needed, the anticipated sources of funds, and the natureand source
of other contributions to the project.
The total cost of the Project is estimated to be $175,000. APC will install the distribution line
infrastructure. The City of Coffman Cove proposes AEA grant funding of 100% of the total cost
($175,000), with APC providing an in -kind matching in the form of a credit to the first 9
residential customers to hookup. The hookups from the distribution line generally cost $4,000
each. This would provide a savings to some of those in the distressed community of Coffman
Cove in the amount of $36,000 total. Funding for Phases I & 11 is not being sought;
unnecessary. The estimated funding by Phase is as follows:
Phase AEA Grant Funds
I - Reconnaissance
$0
Il - Feasibility/Assessment
$0
III - Design and Permitting
$25,000
IV - Construction
$150,000
V - Residential Hookup
$0
Total
$175,000
APC In -Kind Funds
$0
$0
$0
$0
$36,000 (hookup credits)
$36,000
COFFMAN COVE RENEWABLE ENERGY LINE EXTENSION
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Total
$0
$0
$25,000
$150, 000
$36,000
$211,000
Final Engineering & Design
July-1 3
Order Materials
Jul -13
Permitting
July 2013 - Au ust 2013
ROW Clearing
August - Se tember 2013
Receive Materials
Se tember-13
Contractor completes
construction
Jul -14
Final testing, energization,
and closeouts
Au ust-14
Direct Labor & Benefits
$58,000
Travel & Per Diem
$12,000
Equipment
$20,000
Materials & Supplies
$35,000
Contractual Services
$15,000
Construction Services
$10,000
Other
$25,000
TOTAL
$175,000
2.7 COST AND BENEFIT SUMMARY
Include a summary of grant request andyour. project s total. casts and 6eriefits below,
Grant Casts
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(Summary of funds requested)
2.7.1 Grant Funds Requested in this application.
$175,000
2.7.2 Cash match to be provided
$
2.7.3 In -kind match to be provided
$36 00gs
2.7.4 Other grant applications not yet approved ...
$0,00
2.7.5 Total Grant Costs (sum of 2.7.1 through 2.7.3)
$175 0007
2.7.8 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 your application
(Section 5.)
5 Alaska Power Company (APC), the local utility has agreed to provide a $4,000 credit to the first 9 customers
hooked up (this is the hookup fee). The City of Coffman cannot afford to provide matching cash and would like to
use APC's $36,000 credit as an in -kind, after construction, match.
Please refer to footnote 6 for explanation.
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SECTION;3 = PROJECT MANAGEMENTPLAN
Describe who will be responsible ,for managing the, project and provide:a plan for successfully
completing the project within'the scope, "schedule and budgetproposed 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)..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.
i ne t,iry or t�otrman trove nas the following organizational structure:
Citv Council
Name
Seat
Contact
Vacant
Seat A
907-329-2233
(elected)
Vacant
Seat B
907-329-2233
(elected)
Ruth Lux
Seat C
907-329-2233
(elected)
Cindy Huff
Seat D
907-329-2233
(elected)
Brian Wilson
Seat E
907-329-2233
(elected)
Carolyn Duncan
Seat F
907-329-2233
Mayor (elected)
Randy Lenz
Seat G
907-329-2233
(elected)
The City of Coffman Cove does not have a tax base. All operating funds come from state
grants (gilt, timber receipts, raw fish tax, and revenue sharing). The water/sewer utility pays for
itself through fees as well as a refuse collection service. We operate our EMS and fire
department on community fundraisers.
Grant Administrator
The City is currently successfully managing over $3 million in grant funds and we are confident
we can administer AEA grant funds.
The City is proposing to use the local utility, APC, as its contractor to install the distribution line
to the 91 lots. The City would be the grant administrator and would receive reports from APC
on a quarterly basis on its expenditures and progress. The APC report would be incorporated
into the City report to AEA for progress reports and for payment of work and materials
completed.
Protect Manager
The local utility APC has been in operation in Alaska since 1957 and generates electricity with
hydroelectric and diesel power plants throughout Alaska, presently serving 26 communities, as
shown in the below map "Service Areas". APC has staff certified electrical, civil, and
mechanical en ineers who help design and build their infrastructure. APC's engineers are
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responsible for the designing, ordering materials, and construction of impoundment structures,
power plants, turbines, generators, switchgear, SCADA networks, transmission lines, etc. APC
has a reputation for its reliable operations and well maintained facilities and operations and
construction personnel are among the best in the industry. APC also has experience with grant
funds and can provide the appropriate reporting and expense reports to us, as the grant
administrator, that we can submit to AEA.
Greg Mickelson, VP -Power Operations, APC, will be the Project Manager of Construction.
❑ Mr. Mickelson was involved in the construction of both the Black Bear Lake and South
Fork hydroelectric projects on POW and now oversees the operation and maintenance of
both projects.
❑ Mr. Mickelson has overseen the construction of over 120 miles of 34.5 kV three-phase
distribution line on POW.
❑ Mr. Mickelson oversees the management of the POW grid in maintaining its balance
when diesel generation is needed for occasional peaking along with the hydro.
❑ Mr. Mickelson has overseen $5-8M Annual Capital Budgets and has managed grant
funding for many capital improvements.
❑ Mr. Mickelson has performed power plant construction, high voltage transmission lines,
substations, switch yards and distribution line work, including designing and installation
of single and three phase distribution lines and diesel generator maintenance.
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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 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.
rnvur=U I Z)Ut t=UULc -- I ne roar scneaule of the expected design and construction sequence
summarizes key activities and dates of the schedule. Note that this schedule is only for the
Phase III and IV development sequence; activities funded by this grant will be in Phases III and
W only. Any of the limited Phase 11 activity necessary will beat the contractor APC expense.
Please I: Reconnaissance: Completed Spring 2012
Phase 11: Resource Assessment/FeasibiRty Analysis/Conceptual Design: Completed Summer 2012
APC believes that environmental field surveys for this Project will be very limited, since the
impact area is quite small, has had some development (logging, timber staging and transport,
road and home building), is second growth timber, does not cross anadromous streams, and is
within the City limits and roadways.
Phase III: Permitting and Final Design: July - August 2013
In this phase, permits and final design documents will be prepared. Permits will include:
ADF&G review to determine if a fish habitat permit is necessary; and a SHPO review. Final
design will begin in July 2013 with the intent to start construction August -September 2013.
Phase IV: Construction: August 2013 — Fall 2014
Once all permits are received / waived and funding for this phase is secured, APC will place the
order for all pertinent infrastructure, approximately 31 wood poles, approximately 9,250 feet of
12 kV conductor, approximately 9,250 feet of neutral, transformers, anchors with guys, etc.
Onsite construction will begin in approximately August 2013 and continue through August -
September 2014. The construction work should not be significantly compromised by weather at
this temperate location; although snow could slow progress for a few days in early spring.
Start
End
Milestones
Tasks
Date
I Date
Grant Funding approved
Contract signed; initiate project activities
July
July
2013
2013
Phase III: Final design
Locations of power line and need for
July
July
anchors, transformer locations, etc.
2013
2013
Phase III: Receipt of all
Get approvals from SHPO, USF&WS, and
July
August
necessary permits / waivers
ADF&G
2013
2013
Order Supplies
Order poles, transformers, conductor,
July
July
neutral, guys and anchors, etc.
2013
2013
Clear some rights -of -way of
Clear, as needed, ROW along the route for
August
Sept.
trees and bAEAh
the distribution line (will be in existing road
2013
2013
ROW
Flag right-of-ways
Flag the pole locations
August
Oct.
2013
2013
Stag poles and other
Stag poles as they arrive along project
Sept.
Oct.
equipment in work areas
ROW
2013
2013
Auger 1 S-inch holes for pole
Auger pole holes in
Sept.
May
placement
2013
2014
Place wood poles, backfill, and
Place wood poles in augured holes, backfill
Sept.
May
anchor as needed
around pole and anchor, as needed
2013
2014
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Install cross -arms,
Install appurtenances on poles, i.e. cross -
transformers, and string
arms, transformers, conductor, neutral, etc.
May
July
conductor and neutral
2014
2014
Test and begin hook-ups
Test the line and beginning hooking up
Augus-F
August
customers along the project ROW
2014
2014
COFFMAN COVE RENEWABLE ENERGY INTERTIE PROJECT
DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION SCHEDULE
2012 2013 2014 2015
Q1 Q2 Q3 04 Q1 Q2 Q3 04 Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 Q1 Q2 03 Q4
PHASE I: Reconnassaince
Reconnaissance fcom
,..........
_.:.
PHASE II: Resource Assement/Feasibility AnalysislConceptuat
Resource Assessment
Feasibility & Conceptual Design
PHASE III: Final Design and Permitting
Permitting .
Final Design
.... ,, -
PHASE IV: Construction
Order Materials
Mobilization
...,
Brushing or Clearing ROW
.
Survey and Flag Routes
Auger Hales, Place Poles
String Conductor
Install Neutral and Transformers
Testing and begin hook-ups
3.3 Project Resources -
Describe the personnel, contractors,' accounting or bookkeeping 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.
Grant Administrator: Misty 1-itzpatricK — Uity of Uottman cove Administrator
The City of Coffman Cove administrative staff has experience administering grants, handling
four simultaneous grants totaling $3 million in recent years. The City will administer the grant
funds to the local utility APC, who will perform the work. APC has experience in designing,
permitting, and installing electrical infrastructure from distribution lines to hydroelectric projects.
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APC has been providing electrical service to 26 communities in Alaska since 1957 and to POW
since 1962.
Contractor: Alaska Power Company (APC)
Proiect Manager: Greg Mickelson — VP -Operations for APC
KEY STAFF EXPERIENCE
The City of Coffman Cove administrative staff will administer the grant funds. APC will
perform the work. The key personnel that will conduct the project construction for APC are
identified below, along with a brief summary of each individual's qualifications, and
experience. Detailed resumes can be provided on request.
Grant Administrator: Misty Fitzpatrick (City)
Mrs. Fitzpatrick has been the City of Coffman Cove administrator for 1 year and has been
administering grant funding for 1 year.
Mr. Heatley is the line foreman of APC's for Prince of Wales Island and has more than ??
years of experience in the power industry. Mr. Heatley will oversee the scheduling and
budget compliance for the proposed work, as well as daily construction activity as described
in the Project Description.
Electrical Engineer: Bob Berreth (APC)
Mr. Berreth has more than 44 years experience as an electrical engineer in the power
generation industry. He has been with APC for over 20 years, and has contributed to the
planning, design, construction, and operation of the electrical and control systems for all of
APC's hydroelectric projects. He has provided electrical engineering assistance to AEL&P
on numerous projects, and to Gustavus Electric Company on the Falls Creek Hydro Project
Mr. Berreth also has considerable experience with the integrated operation of diesel and
hydro plants.
Land use, Permitting, and Environmental Analysis: Glen Martin (APC)
Mr. Martin has more than 19 years of experience with AP&T in permitting, technical writing,
grant writing, project management, and developing NEPA-compliance documents. His
experience includes research and development of complex reports for submittal to Federal
and State agencies for the permitting and licensing of hydroelectric projects and other
alternative energy resources. He has a well -developed understanding of the role of various
Federal and State agencies in regards to renewable energy development. Mr. Martin will be
primarily responsible for the land use, permitting, and environmental analysis.
Quality Control: Greg Mickelson (APC)
Mr. Mickelson is AFC's Vice President of Power Operations for all of APC, and has more
than 36 years of experience working on a variety of projects to provide quality power service
to APC's isolated Alaskan communities. His experience also includes hydroelectric project
feasibility studies, permitting, design, construction, operation and maintenance engineering.
Mr. Mickelson has also performed power plant construction, high voltage transmission lines,
substations, switch yards and distribution line work, including designing and installation of
single and three phase distribution lines and diesel generator maintenance. Mr. Mickelson has
also overseen $5-8M Annual Capital Budgets and has managed grant funding for many
capital improvements. For this project, Mr. Mickelson will provide input into the
preliminary designs, review all work products for consistency and accuracy, and supervise
grant expenditures.
Grant Use Reporting: Karl Wood (APC)
Mr. Wood is a Financial Analyst with APC and handles all grant fund reporting. Mr. Wood
has over 20 years experience in accounting and been providing grant fund reporting for the
last 9 years with funds ranging from $65,000 — $6,500,000.
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3.4 Project Communications
Discuss how you plan to monitor the project and keepthe Authority. informed of the status.
Please provide an alternative contact person and their contact information.
11Ie Uny c! Conmun Gove has an agreement witn the iocal u1111ty, APC;, that they will perform all
the work described in this application. APC has agreed to the following reporting plan.
1. APC through the Grantee agrees that it shall submit, in writing to AEA, and that it shall
obtain prior written approval by AEA for any material change to the objectives, activities, or
scope of the Grant Project, including any material change to the project design, project
management, budget, or communities to be served as set forth by the Grantee in its application.
2. APC through the Grantee agrees that it shall comply with all applicable Federal statutes,
regulations, and requirements that govern the application, acceptance, and use of Federal
Grant funds for this Grant Project.
3. APC through the Grantee agrees to carry out the project construction activities as
described in the project proposal and environmental report with any subsequent amendments or
revisions as approved by AEA.
4. APC through the Grantee agrees to obtain all necessary permits for construction and
operation of the grant facilities and shall incorporate any proposed mitigation into the project to
offset potential impacts to the environment or cultural resources is so advised by an agency.
5. APC through the Grantee agrees to provide a report on the expenditure of Grant Funds
in quarterly financial reports and progress reports during project construction. Quarterly reports
will be due 30 days from the end of each quarter ending March 31, June 30, September 30, and
December 31 of each year. The last quarterly report of each calendar year shall serve as the
project annual report. The quarterly report filed after construction has been completed and all
project construction expenditures finalized shall serve as the final construction expenditure
report.
6. APC through the Grantee agrees to provide bonding and insurance coverage for the
project during construction, as consisted with an Alaska utility.
7. APC through the Grantee agrees to request advances in writing from AEA using a
standard AEA form, to be specified by the grant award.
8. APC through the Grantee agrees to submit to AEA a copy of its audited Financial
Statement and Annual Report prepared in the ordinary course of business for any year in which
it expends $500,000 or more in Grant Funds.
3.5 Project Risk
Discuss potential problems and how you would address there.
i here is no risk associated witn tnis project.
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4.1 Proposed Energy Resource -
Describe the potential extentiamount'of the energy resource that is available.:
Discuss the pros and cons of your proposed energy resource vsother 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. '
This project is to intertie un-served lots within the City of Coffman Cove (91) with existing
hydropower generation. There are currently two hydropower projects in operation on POW.
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:
here are two nyoroeieciric projects currently on the Nuw grid:
Black Bear Lake Hydro (4.5 MW) storage mode of operation;
• South Fork Hydra (2.0 MW) run -of -river mode of operation.
There are fourteen diesel generators on the POW grid totaling 9,780 kVa of generation capacity.
These generators are widely dispersed to almost all the communities on the POW grid for
backup generation.
Under construction is the 5.0 MW Reynolds Creek Hydroelectric Project
There will be ample energy for extending the distribution system into un-served areas of Coffman
Cove.
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.
myaropower is the main source of energy on the FUW grid (Black Bear Lake Hydro and
South Fork Hydro), with diesel generation needed to meet peak loads up to 6 MWh annually.
There is backup diesel generation in about every community APC serves on the island left over
from before they were intertied with today's grid; including Coffman Cove. This project would
only add approximately 1.75 miles of distribution line to the system; which would not greatly
increase the overall size of the islands grid and therefore have little impact on maintenance
costs. This additional load would also have little impact on the frequency of maintenance of the
diesel generators.
The Project would impact the existing self -generation occurring on these un-served lots
by eliminating this form of energy generation; eliminating the use of noisy, air polluting gas and
diesel generators.
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4.2.3 Existing Energy Market
Discuss existing energy use and its market. Discuss impacts your project may have on energy
customers.
The residents on these lots currently operate their homes primarily on gas generators
with some using diesel; the current cost of household fuel (gas) for self -generation on POW is
$4.50/gal. Residents may choose less expensive gas generators, but for our analysis we will
choose a cost of $999.00.
The manufacturer for this analysis is Honda, and their website states the 5000 watt
generator will operate on a full tank, 6.2 gallons, for up to 11.2 hours at 50% load. If we assume
a little less efficiency, say 10 hours on 6.2 gallons with the cost of fuel at $4.50/gal., the cost per
day would be $66.96/24-hr. period, times a 30 day month equals $2,008/mo.
However, most homeowners don't run their generators 24 hrs per day. They typically
have some type of battery system they charge during the day so they have lights in the evening.
Freezers can go without power for over a day without losing anything as long as they keep the
doors closed. Most people don't run their generators more than 12 to 14 hours a day. So if we
use the premise that the generation is being run 14 hours per day, this equates to $39.068 per
day spent on fuel. This would equate to $1,172.00 for a 30-day month for just the fuel; while
operating at 50% load.
If a generator is purchased at $999.00 and we assume it is replaced every 2.5 years,9 the
cost of fuel over this timeframe would be $35,160.00,10 for a total cost of $36,159.00/per 2.5
years. This is without replacement parts, oil, filters, repairs, and other issues that may arise
impacting the cost of self -generation as well as a stable fuel cost which may go up or down, but
is more likely to rise. Considering the modest incomes Coffman Cove has, $14,000 a year just
for fuel is a significant part of their household budget; see table below.
If we compare this cost with what those on the grid are paying, i.e. $112.00/mo versus
$1,172.00/mo., we see that the self -generating households have a much higher electric rate. If
we divide the grid average monthly bill of $112.00 into the self-gen average monthly cost
$1,172.00, we determine that the self-gen household pay 10.46 times more a month. Multiple
10.46 times the grid electric rate of $0.2243 = $2.35/kWh for those that self -generate. Clearly
these households need relief in this isolate, rural area of Alaska from the high cost associated
with self -generating to meet their daily needs.
We also asked the local electricity provider on Prince of Wales Island (POW), Alaska
Power Company (APC), to describe what they spend in other communities near us that are still
on diesel generation. APC states that the community of Naukati currently has an electric rate of
$0.5866/kWh." Naukati is supplied by diesel generators. APC fuel cost in July 2012 to fill their
Naukati fuel tank was $4.10/gal. The utilization of fossil fuel for electricity is expensive.
a 6.2 gallons x $4.50/gal. = $27.90 - 10 (number of hours for tank of gas) = $2.79/per hour x 14/hrs = 39.06;
remember, this is for only running at 50%.
9 The cost of replacement is cheaper than rebuilding.
io Fuel for one year would equal $14,064,
13 Rate per kilowatt hour ($0.2312) + energy charge ($0.3554) = $0.5866/kWh
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4.3 Proposed System
Include information necessary to 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
Uescrlpilon
This Project is a line extension to reach un-served households with renewable energy
from two existing hydroelectric projects, Black Bear Lake Hydro and South Fork Hydra; both are
operated by BBL Hydro, Inc., a subsidiary of AP&T. The project cost to extend the primary
power line is estimated at $175,000 and would service approximately 1.75 miles of road within
the city limits of Coffman Cove. This grant would equate to a cost of approximately $2,000 per
lot; based on the total grant divided by the number of lots (91).
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The project would involve the installation of a single-phase 12.5 W distribution line on
existing roads only. The Fiqures above show the existinq roads in vellow that do not currently
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have distribution lines; the yellow are the locations for this projects distribution lines. The purple
roads are where the existing distribution infrastructure is located.
The project will require little bAEAhing. The route will be surveyed and marked with
flagging to indicate pole locations. A digger -derrick truck would auger in 18-inch diameter holes
in the ground down to approximately 8-10 feet. Excavated soil would be kept adjacent to the
hole for backfilling. The wood pole would almost immediately be placed in the hole and using a
backhoe, would backfill and tamp -down the soil around the poles base. This procedure will be
repeated at each pole location. A three-man team will conduct this activity. Anchors with guy -
wire may be use on corners or in areas of surface or near surface bedrock. The digger -derrick
truck would also be used for anchor placement. Wood cross -arms and other appurtenances will
be added to the poles next before the 1/0 ACSR single-phase 12.5 kV conductor is pulled
through and attached to the insulators at each pole. Using regular line -stringing guidelines,
ropes would be pulled from a trailer through stringing blocks at each pole that would be placed at
the same elevation as the final placement of the conductor. These ropes would be pulled to a
wire reel trailer and connected with the conductor. The ropes would then be pulled back through
the stringing blocks to the rope trailer, one at a time. The wire reel trailer would keep tension on
the conductor while it is pulled so that the conductor does not sag.
A 1/0 ACSR neutral conductor will also be strung between each pole. Transformers will
also be attached at this time. All construction will take place within the utility right-of-way in the
Coffman Cove city limits.
Optimum installed capacity
This is not a new energy project, but a line extension to get renewable energy to un-
served locations. The conductor will be 12.5 kV. Homes will be connected off of this line, but
only the main distribution line is being funded by this grant request.
Anticipated capacity factor
NIA
Anticipated annual generation
NIA
Anticipated barriers
No barriers are anticipated due to local support, City of Coffman Cove support, previously
disturbed locations (i.e. roads, clearcutting, home building), and the local utility APC capable and
willing to install this infrastructure.
Basic integration concept
The project will intertie with the existing distribution grid within the City of Coffman Cove.
Delivery methods
The Project will deliver power from the hydro projects via the existing APC 34.5 kV
transmission line to the City of Coffman Cove and its 12.5 kV distribution grid.
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.
The whole utility right-of-way is within the City of Coffman Cove, which will be used to
extend the distribution system.
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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 discussion of potential barriers
In the City of Coffman Cove's discussions with APC they anticipate that the State Historic
Preservation Officer (SHPO) may request that an archaeologist be present for the power pole
bores to see if anything of interest is excavated. APC will be applying to SHPO for their review
in the next few months. Though no streams are crossed by construction, consultation will take
place with the Alaska Department of Fish and Game (ADF&G) in the next few months by APC.
No permit is expected to be required. U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service will be consulted by APC to
determine if there are any concerns about raptors. APC does not anticipate there will be any
concerns as the projects single-phase design and the neutral will be well spaced to prevent
electrocutions. In addition, the poles will generally be lower than the surrounding trees, taking
them out of flight paths and are less likely to be used as perches; although there are some
clearcuts adjacent to some portions of the project. All land used to place the projects
infrastructure will be on city land. No regulatory concerns are anticipated.
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
The project would involve the installation of a single-phase 12.5 kV distribution line along
existing roads only. The enclosed maps show existing roads in yellow and these are the
locations that the distribution lines would be extended to from the areas marked in purple where
the distribution grid currently exists.
The project will initially require a little bAEAhing along portions of the right-of-way. The
route will next be surveyed and marked with flagging to indicate pole locations. A digger -derrick
truck would auger in 18-inch diameter holes in the ground down 8 to 14 feet. Excavated soil
would be kept adjacent to the hole for immediate backfilling. The wood pole would almost
immediately be placed in the hole and a backhoe would backfill and tamp -down the soil around
the poles base. This procedure will be repeated at each pole location. A three-man team will
conduct this activity. Anchors with guy -wire may be use on corners or in areas of surface or near
surface bedrock. The digger -derrick truck would also be used for anchor placement. Wood
cross -arms and other appurtenances will be added to the poles next before the 1/0 ACSR single-
phase 12.5 kV conductor is pulled through and attached to the insulators at each pole. Using
regular line -stringing guidelines, ropes would be pulled from a trailer through stringing blocks at
each pole that would be placed at the same elevation as the final placement of the conductor.
These ropes would be pulled to a wire reel trailer and connected with the conductor. The ropes
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would then be pulled back through the stringing blocks to the rope trailer, one at a time. The
wire reel trailer would keep tension on the conductor while it is pulled so that the conductor does
not sag.
A 1/0 ACSR neutral conductor will also be strung between each pole. Transformers will
also be attached at this time. All construction will take place within the utility right-of-way in the
Coffman Cove city limits.
It is expected to take up to 6 months to install all the poles and conductor and completing
the project for testing and startup. Construction standards are to meet N.E.S.C. requirements
and the R.U.S. standards. The utility easement is expected to be 15' either side of the line for a
total of 30' ROW.
0 Threatened or Endangered species
Because the rights -of -way is already cleared of trees, the area has been altered by development
and clearcut's, and the power line poles will be in lower than tree heights, impacts to raptors or
any other species will be minimal at best.
• Habitat issues
Due to the existing disturbance, i.e. roads, homes, clearcut's, and that the project features will be
within this previous disturbance, no habitat issues should exist. The City of Coffman will have
ADF&G and USF&WS do an analysis of potential impacts prior to the beginning of construction.
• Wetlands and other protected areas
No wetlands are present in the project rights -of -way. No streams cross the projects rights -of -
way. None of the project is within a floodplain. All project features will be located on uplands.
There is only one creek at the north end that drains near the project, but will not pose a threat to
project infrastructure in a flood.
• Archaeological and historical resources
An important archaeological site (prehistoric midden) is identified at Coffman Cove.
Unfortunately, logging camp developments were placed within the site. Portions of this site have
been conveyed to the City of Coffman Cove, and the state has retained the southern part.12 The
project does not cross or come near this archaeological site and will thus have no impact.
Consultation with SHPO will occur in the next few months. SHPO may request that an
archaeologist be present incase any subsurface artifacts are excavated while auguring pole
locations.
• Land development constraints
There are no land development constraints because the City of Coffman owns the land and will
allow APC to install the distribution line infrastructure.
• Telecommunications interfe
This low of voltage (12.5 kV) does not affect telecommunications. Not until voltages of
approximately 69 kV is there the potential for interference.
• Aviation considerations
The projects infrastructure will be lower than most trees in the area, providing no impacts to
aviation. Also, there is no nearby airport.
lz Alaska Department of Natural Resources. Prince of Wales Island Area Plan. Chapter 3, Page 81. Revised October
1998.
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• Visual, aesthetics impacts
Because the projects infrastructure will be wood poles in areas of previous activity (showing past
and present clearing and construction) as well as the existing road infrastructure, visual or
aesthetic impacts will be minimal.
• Identify and discuss other potential barriers
Given the level of support by our community members to get electricity into these lots, there are
no other potential barriers to this project.
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
• Total anticipated project cost, and cost for this phase
Total anticipated project cost and cost for this phase is $175,000,
• Requested grant funding
The requested grant funding total is $175,000.
• Applicant matching funds — loans, capital contributions, in -kind
The City of Coffman Cove cannot provide matching funds because we have no revenue base to
raise funds. However, in -kind contributions will be made by the local utility, APC, by providing a
credit of $4,000 for the first 9 customers to hook up to the distribution line. Total in -kind
contribution will be $36,000.
• Identification of other funding sources
No other funding sources are currently available.
• Projected capital cost of proposed renewable energy system
$175,000 (capital cost is assumed to be the cost of Phase IV — Permitting / Construction
• Projected development cost of proposed renewable energy system
$180,000 (development cost is assumed to be the total cost of Phases I, 11, and 111).
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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.)
O&M costs for this new infrastructure will be paid for out of APL's existing revenue.
4.4.3 Power Purchase/Sale
The power purchase/sale information should include the following:
• Identification of potential powerbuyer(s)/customer(s)
• Potential power purchase/sales price - at a minimum indicate a price range
• Proposed rate of return from grant -funded project
Iv//A; Art. Is the exisung power proviaer Tor cols community.
4.4.4 Project Cost Worksheet
Complete the cost worksheet form which provides summary information that will be considered
in evaluating the project.
Renewable Energy Source
The Applicant should demonstrate that the renewable energy resource is available on a
sustainable basis.
Annual average resource availability The hydropower resources to be used are available
365 days per year
Unit depends on project type: (e.g.,' windspeed',:,hydropower output'. biorhasss;fuel)
Existing Energy Generation and Usage
a) Basic configuration (if system' is part of the Railbelt'3 grid, leave this section blank)
i. Number of generators/boilers/other Coffman Cove powerplant has three generators
ii. Rated capacity of generators/boilers/other CAT 3406B, 175 kW, -
CAT 3412, 330 kW,
CAT 3412, 380 M
iii. Generator/boilers/other ype
iv. Age of generators/boilers/other
v. Efficiency of generators/boilers/other Coffman Coves plant efficiency:
13.0875 gal/kWh
b) Annual O&M cost. (if system is part of the Pail belt grid, leave this section blank)
- i. Annual.O&M cost for labor $1,250
ii. Annual O&M cost for non-labor..,:,N/A
c) Annual electricity.' production and fuel usage (fill in as applicable) (if system is part of the
Railbelt grid, jeave this section blank)
13 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 flower.
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Proposed System Design Capacity and Fuel Usage
(Include any projections for continued use of non-renewable fuels)
a) Proposed renewable. capacity This is not a new renewable energy project, but a
(Wind, Hydro!" Biomass; other) distribution line to get renewable energy to un-served
[kW or MMBtulhr] households.
b) Proposed annual electricity or heat production (file in as applicable)
L Electricity [kWh] NIA; this project will not generate power, but
distribute power from two existing hydro projects
ii.-Heat [MMBtuj
c) Proposed annual fuel usage (f HL in as "applicable):'
i. Propane [gal or MMBtu]
ii. Coal [tons or MIIlIBtu]
iii. Wood [cords, green tons; dry tons]
iv. "Other
Project Cost
$150,000 (cost of construction)
$25,000 (pre -construction; i.e. permits, final design)
$1, 250
NIA
Project Benefits
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a) ..Amount of fuel displaced for
i. Electricity $13,905Jannually per household (self -generation households)
1L Heat
ill.: Transportation
b) :"Current price of displaced fuel ` $4.50/gal
c) Othei economic benefits
It should also be noted that because of our poverty level, it is
rare that individuals can afford a generator that is as efficient
as the example used here. Many are relying on less efficient
gas generators and spend a whole lot more than $1,172 per
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month on gas.
This project will electrify property within Coffman Cove that
currently does not have electricity. The lack of electricity forces
current home owners to self -generate using expensive gas and
diesel.
Gaining electricity for these 91 lots (most of which are
now privately owned) will likely lead to more home building.
This will provide some temporary local employment,
purchasing of materials, and potentially provide future
financial benefits to the City. Lower electric rates and
electricity from the local micro -grid may stimulate
economic development within the City; as an example, a
three story, 7000 square foot lodging facility is under
construction on one of the lots but the owner will not be able to
open for business until access to affordable power is
established. As previously mentioned, Coffman Cove
was intertied with the islands renewable energy grid in 2011 by
APC; now the distribution line needs expansion.
d)' Alaska public benefits
In addition, insurance companies will not insure homes that
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use wood as their only source of heat because it can be
dangerous. Most economically friendly and efficient sources of
heat require safe and reliable electricity.
Using gas and diesel for the generation of electricity puts
hydrocarbons or Green House Gases (GHG) into the
atmosphere, and also puts particulate matter into the air within
the community. Having electricity from a certified electric grid will
improve public safety by reducing or eliminating the use of fossil
fuels that could lead to fires, spills, soil contamination, and air
pollution; a gallon of diesel fuel produces about 20 lbs of CO2, a
greenhouse gas. The next largest pollutant is NOx at around 0.5
Ibs per gallon of fuel burned.
Connection to a certified electric grid requires homes to have
certified electrical wiring, improving public safety. Homes that do
not have certified electrical wiring will have to be upgraded,
ensuring their safety; this is a common issue for homes off the
grid.
The cost for electricity will be lower for these new customers
than generating their own electricity. They will also benefit from
the renewable energy they receive because there will be no
diesel generation supplying their needs in the City of_ Coffman
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Cove (eliminates air and noise pollution); except during
maintenance of the hydroelectric projects or if there is an outage
that isolates Coffman Cove from the hydroelectric projects.
Power Purchase/Sales Price
a) Price'for power purchase/sale;
Price for power purchase will be reduced from the estimated self -generation price of gas to the
current renewable energy price in Coffman Cove of $0.2243/kWh.
Project Analysis
a) Basic 'Economic Analysis
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Project benefit/cost ratio
Payback (years)
4.4.5 Proposed Biomass System Information
Please address the following items, if know. (For Biomass Projects Only)
• What woody biomass technology will be installed (cord wood, pellets, chips, briquettes,
pucks).
• Efficiency of the biomass technology.
• Thermal or electric application.
• Boiler efficiency.
• Displaced fuel type and amount.
• Estimated tons of wood pellets or chips (specify) to be used per year, and average moisture
percentage.
• Estimated cords of wood to be used per year, specify whether dry or green and the moisture
percentage.
• Ownership/Accessibility. Who owns the land and are their limitations and restrictions to
accessing the biomass resource?
• Inventory data. How much biomass is available on an annual basis and what types (species)
are there, if known?
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This project addresses the energy needs of 91 unserved lots in Coffman Cove that are or
would rely on fossil fuels to self -generate electricity. By offering less expensive renewable
energy from Prince of Wales Islands two hydroelectric projects, their costs will be reduced from
an estimated $1,172.00 per month (fuel cost) to the average Coffman Cove monthly residential
bill of $112,43 (based on the use of 500 kWh). Since APC renewable energy rate is
$0.2243/kWh, we can calculate the self -generation rate is approximately $2.35/kWh. Both
figures show a significant savings by those connected to the renewable energy micro -grid
versus those using self-generation.14 However, with less expensive rates the use of electricity
per household may go up over their self -generation usage.
The self -generating households will avoid the future expense of purchasing large
quantities of fuel (current island rate is $4.50/gallon for gas; $4.13/gallon for diesel), particularly
to get the least expensive rate (must buy 300 or more gallons at a time to receive least
expensive rate). In addition, the price of fuel is constantly fluctuating and in general is on the
rise. These households will avoid future fuel price increases as well. For existing households
with fuel tanks of up to 300 gallons, or more, they will have reduced the risk of spills, leaks, and
contamination to their properties. For lot owners yet to build homes, they will not have to install
fuel tanks on their property with the potential for spills and leaks as well. These are not only
avoided costs, but will make the area more attractive to development.
Reliability will be enhanced because these lots will be connected to the Coffman Cove
distribution grid and the islands renewable energy micro -grid. The micro -grid rarely has outages
and they are of short duration; less than 15 minutes. The Coffman Cove distribution grid can
also be energized by the APC backup diesel generators within the city limits if the island micro -
grid has an outage. This enhances the reliability for these lots whereas self -generation is
unlikely to have a redundant system for backup and outages may occur until maintenance or
replacement can take place.
The economic benefits from connecting these lots to the Coffman Cove distribution grid
and the islands renewable energy micro -grid are:
• Lower electric rates
• More funds available for other necessities
14 It should also be noted that because of our poverty level, it is rare that individuals can afford a generator that is
as efficient as the example used here; many are relying on less efficient gas generators and spend a lot more than
the average used here.
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Grant Application ENERGYAUrHORMY
Will stimulate house building on undeveloped lots; which will provide short-term jobs and
the purchase of construction materials on the island
City will benefit from more residents that will help support small businesses
More in -pocket funds to spend at local community businesses
The social benefits from connecting these lots to the Coffman Cove distribution grid and the
islands renewable energy micro -grid are:
• Less stress about when to use electricity
• Less stress from worrying about the fluctuating fuel prices and when to buy fuel
• Less stress from worrying about when to buy and how much to spend on a replacement
generator
• Regular use of electricity for radio, TV, and computers to be informed,
communicate, to access on-line schools, and to make on-line purchases
entertained, to
The projected benefits of connecting these lots to the renewable energy micro -grid on Prince of
Wales Island can be measured by their use of electricity and whether new home building
occurs. Public feedback from the affected community members is that they really want this less
expensive electricity and the sooner the better. However, this is a "Distressed Community" and
the number of customers cannot support by themselves the cost of this kind of infrastructure,
nor can the local utility APC because the cost recovery is too great unless grant funding are
used. APC is willing to pass on a credit to the first 9 customers hooked up, which at $4,000 per
hookup would equate to $36,000 as an in -kind match.
• 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
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Grant Application ENERGY ALrrHORFFY
• Proposed business structure(s) and concepts that may be considered.
The existing business structure of APC will be used as this is not new to APC.
• How you propose to finance the maintenance and operations for the life of the project
APC will finance O&M through its revenue; current practice for APC.
• Identification of operational issues that could arise.
APC does not believe there will be any out of the ordinary operational issues for this location.
• A description of operational costs including on -going support for any back-up or existing
systems that may be require to continue operation
The operational costs for approximately 1.75 miles of 12.5 kV distribution line are negligible when
compared to the extensive network that APC has established on Prince of Wales Island that
provides renewable energy to almost every community.
• Commitment to reporting the savings and benefits
APC will, using self -generation costs in their analysis, report on the savings and benefits in the
final project report to the City of Coffman Cove, who will file it with AEA.
The City of Coffman Cove has been in discussion with the local utility, APC, about connecting
these 91 lots. Discussions have revolved around the expense to extend the existing micro -
renewable energy grid, land ownership of the rights -of -way, and getting letters of support from
those who will benefit from this project. APC for its part did a recon-analysis and preliminary
design to determine what materials will be needed and the man-hours required for the
construction phase, as well as an analysis of the environmental impacts. With this information,
APC was able to provide the City a cost estimate for the project.
No other grant funding has been received for this project.
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As indicated in Section 3.2: Project Schedule and Milestones, APC would initiate final design,
environmental review, and material purchases as soon as we notify them the grant has been
awarded, which we are assuming would be about July 1, 2013. According to APC schedule,
construction would start shortly thereafter and be finished within a year.
SECTION 8— LOCAL SUPORT
Discuss what local support or possible opposition there may be regarding .your project. Include
letters of support from the community that.would benefit fromthis project.
There is no opposition to this project within the City of Coffman Cove. Letters of support are
included at the end of this application,
.SECTION 9 — GRANT BUDGET
Tell us how much you: want in grant funds Include any investments' to date and funding sources;`
how much is being requested in grant funds, grid additional investments you will'make'as an
applilmnt
APC has spent roughly $5,000 in the reconnaissance and preliminary design phase. The City
of Coffman Cove cannot afford to provide any of its own financial resources because we have
no revenue base; i.e. no taxes, etc.
Total grant funding needed to construct this project is $175,000 ($25,000 for permitting and final
design). APC has stated they will provide an additional $36,000 in matching funds by providing
a hook-up credit to the first nine customers. We request that this be considered as Coffman
Cove's matching funds.
Applications should include a separate worksheet for each project phase that was identified in
section 2.3.2 of this application, (Reconnaissance, Feasibility, Conceptual Design, Design and
Permitting, and Construction). 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 Grant Administrator,
Shawn Calfa, at scalfa @aidea.org.
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Aug. 31, 2013
$9,000
$
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$
$
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Au .31,2013
$10.500
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Grant Application ' ENERGYAUTHCIFtITY
Final system design
Aug. 2013
$2,500
$
$2 500
Engineers cost estimate
Aug. 2013
$
$
$
Updated economic and
financial analysis
Already
completed
$
$
$
TOTALS
$
$
$ 25,000
Budget Categories.
Direct Labor & Benefits
$8,500
$
$8,500
Travel & Per Diem
$1,500
$
$1,500
Equipment
$
$
$
Materials & Supplies
$
$
$
Contractual Services
$15,000
$
$15,000
Construction Services
$
$
$
Other
$
$
TOTALS
$25,000
$
$25.600
Confirmation that all design
and feasibility requirements
are complete.
Aug. 31, 2013
$500
$
$500
Completion of bid documents
NIA
$
$
$
Construction
July —Au . 2013
$142,250
$
$142,250
Integration and testing
Aug —Sept 2013
$5,000
$
$5,000
Final Acceptance and
Commissioning$
Sept. — 2013
$500
$
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Operations Reporting.$1,750
$
$1,750
TOTALS
$150.000
$
$150,000
'Budget Categories:
Direct Labor & Benefits
$58,000
$
$58,000
Travel & Per Diem
$12,000
$
$12,000
Equipment
$20,000
$
$20,000
Materials & Supplies
$35,000
$
$35,000
Contractual Services
$15,000
$
$15,000
Construction Services
$10,000
$
$10,000
Other
$
$
$
TOTALS
$150,000
$
$150,000
(15) The $36,000 will be a credit applied to the first nine customer gook -ups, after construction.
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AEA13-006 Grant Application
Page 30 of 32
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Renewable Energy Fund Round G = a
Grant Application =SEED ENERGY AUTHOWY
SECTION 10 — AUTHORIZED SIGNERS FORM
Community/Grantee Name: City of Coffman Cove
Regular Election is held: jDate:
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Authorized Grant Sianarfsl:
Printed Name
Title
Term
Signature
Misty Fitzpatrick
City Administrator
I authorize the above person(s) to sign Grant Documents:
(Highest ranking organization/community/municipal official)
Printed Name
Title
Term
Signature
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Grantee Contact Information:
Mailing Address:
Phone Number:
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Fax Number:
E-mail Address:
C
Federal Tax ID #:
`015. .
Please submit an updated form whenever there is a change to the above information.
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411111WD ENERGY AUTHORITY
SECTION 11.`- ADDITIONAL DOCUMENTATION`AND CERTIFICATION
>SUBM[TTHE.FOLLOWING DOCUMENTS. WITH APPLICATION:
A. Contact information, resumes of Applicant's Project Manager, key staff, partners,
consultants, and suppliers per application form Section 3.1 and 3.4. Applicants
are asked to separate resumes submitted with applications, if the individuals do
not want their resumes posted.
B. Letters demonstrating local support per application form Section 8.
C. An electronic version of the entire application on CD per RFA Section 1.7.
D. Governing Body Resolution or other formal action taken by the applicant's
governing body or management per RFA Section 1.4 that.
Commits the organization to provide the matching resources for project at the
match amounts indicated in the application.
- Authorizes the individual who signs the application has the authority to
commit the organization to the obligations under the grant.
- Provides as point of contact to represent the applicant for purposes of this
application.
- Certifies the applicant is in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local,
laws including existing credit and federal tax obligations.
E. CERTIFICATION
The undersigned certifies that this application for a renewable energy grant is truthful
and correct, and that the applicant is in compliance with, and will continue to comply
with, all federal and state laws including existing credit and federal tax obligations and
that they can indeed commit the entity to these obligations.
Print Name
Misty Fitzpatrick
Signature
Title
City Administrator
Date
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August 29, 2012
TO: City of Coffman Cove
102 Denali
Coffman Cove; Alaska 99918
FROM: Mike and Julie Cowan
Lot 15 Alaska Cedar Court
Coffman Cove, Alaska 99918
775-720-9004
RE: Power line extension
I wanted to take this opportunity to express my concern over the status of the AP&T
power line extension out the 3030 road towards Luck Lake. My wife and l have owned
a home on Alaska Cedar Court for the last several years. The house was constructed
with connection to grid power in mind and is ready for the meter. I have three main
reasons for connecting to the grid. The reasons include convenience, economics and
most importantly safety. There are currently 5 houses on my street with a 6th one ready
to be constructed when power is available. All of us are ready to connect.
As a matter of convenience there is no doubt it would be easier to turn on the lights at
night and know they will come on. It would be a great relief to not worry about someone
running the microwave while the well pump is on. The list of difficulties goes on and on.
One of the most frustrating things about our house is the constant need to be energy
police for fear the inverter will turn off in the middle of the night or during dinner. In the
summer time we have on average 10 people in our 3 bedroom house placing pressure
on the generator, inverter, and batteries.
One of the most'difficult parts of not being connected to the grid is the constant
economic drain of an an off grid system. The generator runs on average 14 hours a day
providing the current needs of the house and charging the batteries for the remaining
time. Fuel is very expensive and we are required to store a great deal of it.
Unfortunately it has become necessary to replace the batteries. I am currently running
8 lifeline batteries in the 8D size at a cost of $600 each. I would much rather connect to
the grid than invest $5000 in new batteries tying me to that system. We replaced a
failed inverter two summers ago at a cost of over $2000 with a catastrophic failure again
this year. Batteries, generators and inverters are simply too expensive when regular
services are so close. Additionally we would like to place our home with one of the local
property managers as a source of extra income. This would provide income to us as
well as the residents of Coffman Cove from the additional tourist dollars. This is simply
not possible with an of grid system from a mechanical aptitude and safety standpoint.
Safety as l mentioned is one of my primary concerns with my off grid system. We have
an all wood constructed home with cedar siding like everyone else. The system for
technical reasons is located within a few feet of the home and provides 100% of the
July 29, 2012
re: What Grid Power Would Mean to Us
)ear Misty,
We are writing this letter in support of installing extended grid power in Coffman Cove: We live off.the grid in the
Clarence Strait Subdivision, an area that would benefit from electrical service extension. Currently we charge our 24
volt battery system with generators. Below are some anecdotal examples of how our life has been affected by living
off the grid and what grid power would mean to us:
Energy Audit -Before we moved into the cabin, we did an energy audit of the electrical use we had when living on the
grid (see attached). We had to eliminate several appliances to meet our 2000 amp limit on our generator charged
battery system. As a family we had to become familiar with the amp requirements of every appliance so as not to
overload the system. Grid power would mean not calculating amps in our head every time we turn something on.
Teenage Hair- Our teenage daughter would have to go by four -wheeler to her friend's house "on -the -grid" to use her
blow dryer and straightening. iron as these appliances would instantly overload the system. Despite driving through
wind and rain and putting a helmut on her fresh hair style she would still go through this effort. Grid power would
allow a teenager to stay home and do her hair.
Frozen pantry -With grid power we could Install a back up heater (ie Toyo) for times when we would be away from the
cabin for more than a day. Once our wood stove goes out, our house freezes. In the past we have lost house plants,
foods, and our cat. Grid power .would mean a worry free winter vacation!
Heat Tape -We loose water several times each winter because the water lines freeze. We have to bring LOTS of
buckets of water up from the creek and shower at the local school. Grid power would mean being able to have liquid
water -not ice -in the winter.
Power Tanis -We built our house with the power that was available to us through the generators. However, there are
some tools that we just can't power with the energy we have. For example Jonathan is a plumberlpipefitter. He can't
,-un his welder down here. Grid power would mean more employment opportunities.
Peace and Quiet -As 1 write this letter, the creek in front of our house is rushing at a high level but we wouldn't even
know it because the generator makes so much noise. Grid power would mean safety- hearing someone come down
the driveway, high winds in the trees, bears on the gravel outside, the creek rushing and the ocean out front.
True Sine Wave- We have had to replace many (expensive) appliances because they don't operate with Modified
Slne Waves produced by our inverter system. Grid power would mean a return to True Sine Waves and we could use
our KitchenAide mixer, high efficiency washer/dryer, ceiling fan, oven, anything with a digital clock, etc. again. Grid
power would mean the end of blown out appliances.
Water pump- Grid power would mean we could have a pressurized water system. Which leads to the best thing of
all...
Dishwasher-besidos me:
If you need anymore information on what grid power would mean to us, feel free to contact us at (907) 329-2277.
Sincerely,
Jonathan and Megan Fitzpatrick
Energy Consumption in Our Cabin:
An Inventory of All Things That Plug-in and Their Associated Kilowatt[ Hours (kWh)
Phantom
Load
Appliance
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13
X
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x 52
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240
X
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tools
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X - 120 _
1600
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65.52
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-
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P.O. Box 18044
Coffman Cove, AK 99918
July 25, 2012
To whom it may concern.:
I am writing this letter in support of the grant the city of Coffman Cove is writing to
attain commercial power to the Coffman Cove residences presently providing their
own source of power; most often utilizing a gasoline or diesel fired generator. I am a
30-year resident of Prince of Wales Island where Coffman Cove is located. My
husband and I have commercial fished out of Coffman Cove for over 20 years and.
own a small fish processing plant near the harbor. We have been wanting to
establish a more permanent residence in Coffman Cove and own a residential lot
that currently must be powered by a personal generator or some other alternative
means.
If the city of Coffman Cove receives this grant it would mean a cheaper, safer,
cleaner, and more reliable source of electrical energy to these underserved
residences of the community who are not connected to the commercial grid serving
most Coffman Cove residents. The current hydropower source for most of Coffman
Cove came on line last year utilizing a high elevation lake, which reduced the cost of
power for those on the grid. If the outlying residences could be a part of this power
grid, it would reduce the need to purchase and burn gasoline or diesel fuel for home
generators, which in turn would decrease pollutants and noise associated with
them. The high cost of fuel, especially in Southeast Alaska, is a financial burden that
could be reduced if electricity was being provided by the commercial power source,
Safety is of course another concern as the generator fuels are flammable and tanks
must be filled regularly. Commercial power would reduce these fire hazards to
residents and their neighbors.
Generally connecting to a safer, cleaner, and cheaper electrical power source would
be a positive change for the outlying residences not currently served by the existing
power grid, I look forward to hearing that Coffman Cove received this grant so we
can move forward with our plans to establish residence in Coffman Cove.
Sincerely,
Cheryl .Fecko
Cheryl Fecko
7/19/12
To Whom it May Concern:
City of Coffman Cove
Resolution 13-01
A RESOLUTION IN SUPPORT OF SEEDING FUNDING AND
ALLOWING ALASKA POWER COMPANY TO PROVIDE
ELECTRICAL SERVICE TO RESIDENTS NOT CURRENTLY ON
AN ELECTRIC GRID
WHEREAS; The Prince of Wales Island electric grid is owned and operated by Alaska
Power Company (APC), and;
WHEREAS: The City of Coffman Cove currently has 91 parcels of property within our
City limits that do not have access to the renewable energy electric grid, and;
WHEREAS; Businesses not on an electric grid cannot open for business, and;
WHEREAS; Funding would provide the means to allow these 91 parcels of property to
receive relief from rising fiiel prices,
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, The City of Coffman Cove supports seeking
funding and APC providing power to the residents of Coffman Cove not currently on an
electric grid.
PASSED AND APPROVED on this 19"' day of July, 2012.
MayorNice Mayor
ATTEST:
Kassinock, Ci Clerk