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Council approves $150,000 budget ask to rebuild hydro generator and switchgear
Summary
Council approved up to $150,000 in next year's budget to remove, refurbish and reinstall the hydro generator and to address associated switchgear work; staff said the investment would likely pay for itself within a few years through improved efficiency.
Public-works staff briefed the council on the condition of the municipal hydro generator and recommended an overhaul to extend life and restore efficiency. Staff described worn components (silt abrasion in the intake hood) and said the vendor could remove, "clean it and bake it, check all the terminals," and repair switchgear. The project would require the generator to be out of service during the work.
Council approved the request to include $150,000 (including incidentals) in next year's budget to complete the rebuild and any necessary incidental repairs. Several members noted that improved efficiency could recoup lost revenue in a short period and that preventative work would protect long-term generation capacity.
