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City Council Meeting Minutes May 3, 2005 Page 7 of 16 more people and the need for more energy. He stated the second reading of the ordinance is premature. He offered suggestions such as conducting additional study sessions, forming a citizen's committee, and hiring a consultant. Alison Burchell, 1270 Chambers Drive, Boulder, CO representing the Boulder Renewable Energy & Energy Efficiency (BREEE) organization, offered their assistance in negotiating a franchise agreement. She offered amendments to the agreement, which were compliant to Amendment 37 and provisions for modification. She presented a draft agreement as an example. Robin Resin, 559 West Street, Louisville, CO stated she wished to add her voice along with other residents opposing a 20-year franchise agreement. COUNCIL COMMENTS Council member Van Pelt asked a Public Service Company representative to address the 20-year franchise agreement, and their unwillingness to add language regarding renewable energy. Mr. West stated that a 20-year franchise agreement is the standard throughout the state, and stressed the PUC oversees all utilities. Council member Van Pelt asked Mr. West to address other community's negotiations for 15-year franchise agreements. Mr. West noted that some home rule communities, such as the City of Loveland, have charters which stipulate the term limit for franchise agreements. Council member Keany asked why the franchise agreement cannot contain language where power and street light outages are addressed. Mr. West stated the City has not made that request. He did not believe it was a matter to be addressed in the franchise agreement. He stated if the City was unhappy with the service provided by Public Service, their recourse would be through the Public Utilities Commission. Council member Keany asked if the public works crew report street light outages on a monthly basis, and for Public Service's response time. Public Works Director Tom Phare stated in addition to public works crews, citizens report street light outages. He commented Public Service's response time is sporadic. Council member Marsella stated the 20-year term is not acceptable. She asked why the implementation of Amendment 37 could not be incorporated into the agreement. Mr. Spiller stated all the citizen's concern voiced this evening is governed by the Public Utilities Commission. He explained if there is a particular report required by the City, Public Service will be happy to supply that report.