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Juneau utility and public works updates: LED conversion complete, salt truck replacement eyed
Summary
Utility staff reported the city's LED conversion is finished and listed substation work and maintenance needs; public works said its 2004 salt truck is failing and will likely need replacement within one to two years, and committees discussed a long-term equipment replacement plan.
Utility staff told the council that the city's LED conversion is complete: "Entire city is now LED," and reported operational issues and near-term maintenance tasks in the distribution system (a failed GOEB switch on Goose Trail, a temporary fix for a neutral fault on Highland Street, and recloser battery replacement). Staff also said borrowing from WPPI Energy for an industrial substation expansion was discussed but no action was taken and the matter will be considered at a future meeting.
Public works reported that a primary salt truck (2004) is deteriorating and likely needs replacement within one to two years; the committee discussed obtaining pricing and creating a longer-term replacement schedule to avoid large, ad-hoc borrowing. The council also discussed cemetery lighting and tree replacement needs and possible funding from the cemetery fund.
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