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Page 2 Energv Citv Commission ,vlinutes March 16, 3011 available, software available for various models, installation, and accuracy. For details, information can be found on TED's website at: theeneroydetective.com 5. Presentation by 5uanir Sman ~tv, uantinanouse vav, Mr. Singh provided a PowerPoint presentation regarding his business and products. He explained that Lightinghouse USA manufactures LED luminaries to replace the traditional lamps such as incandescent, High pressure Sodium, Metal Halide, halogen and fluorescent lighting with up to 90% saving of electricity. He stated that their LED Light Engine (over 100 Lumens/watt) retrofits into traditional street & parking lights and provides a fast payback with significantly reduced maintenance costs. He noted that the solar division designs and implements off-grid/on-grid solar power systems for residential, commercial and industrial customers with high-efficiency output and optimized performance. Mr. Singh explained that the LEDs can be adjusted from very white light to more yellow, as well as a blue/red light used to expedite photosynthesis in growing plants. He explained that they have found poultry to be less aggressive when LED lighting is used. Also, documentation is available to show 60- 90% energy savings with LED street lighting. Mr. Singh stated he will provide ERMU a 4-foot light for display purposes. 6. Energy Efficient Improvement Programs Tim Simon provided information on the following programs: a. Northbound Liquor lighting project - Mr. Simon stated that 18 bulbs have been changed out at Northbound with the 10-year life plasma magnetic induction lighting, at a cost of $8,000. Mr. Simon estimates payback in 2 years, including labor and equipment rental savings. Chair Zehringer noted that usage is cut in half and employees have commented that the lighting is much better. An $80 per bulb rebate will be given by ERMU. Great Northern Trail solar lights - Mr. Simon noted that with a grant from the Legacy fund, they were able to purchase solar thermal panel lights and battery packs for two locations on the Great Northern Trail; one at the trail intersection with 2215 Avenue, and the other, at County Rd 33. The purpose of the lighting is to warn trail users of intersections with vehicle traffic. He noted that the battery packs are expected to last 5 - 7 years. The lights will only be on for a few hours a day. The lights will be installed in summer 2011. c. YAC lighting projects -The city is applying for a DNR Grant for lighting at YAC. Mr. Schreifels stated they will be studying the tournament fee schedule to make sure that fees are covering the costs. The current utility cost at YAC is $15,000 a year. Mr. Schreifels stated that after one year of use they should be able to figure out what the costs are and build into the fee schedule. He noted that the lighting is 90% efficient. Chair Zehringer noted that the proposed lighting is more neighborhood-friendly, since the lighting is more direct and there is less "spill". MOTION BY COMMISSIONER SETALA AND SECONDED COMMISSIONER STEINBECK TO AUTHORIZE STAFF TO PREPARE A LETTER OF SUPPORT FOR THE YAC LIGHTING GRANT SUBMISSION. ALL IN FAVOR. MOTION CARRIED. Commissioner Setterholm questions what ECUs letter of support would add to the grant submission. Chair Zehringer explained that the more support the project has, the more