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City Council Meeting Minutes June 6, 2006 Page 6 of 16 Mayor Pro Tem Brown opened the public hearing and requested public comment. There were no comments. The public hearing was closed. MOTION: Council member Marsella moved for approval of Ordinance No. 1493, Series 2006, seconded by Council member Clabots. Roll call vote was taken. The motion passed by a vote of 6-0. Mayor Sisk returned to the meeting. PRESENTATION - PHOTOVOL TAlC FEASIBILITY STUDY FOR NEW LOUISVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY (ARCHITECTURAL ENERGY CORPORATION) Mayor Sisk requested a presentation on the photovoltaic feasibility study. Deputy City Manager Boyd reported the City Council authorized an agreement with Architectural Energy Corporation for professional services for the installation of a photovoltaic (PV) power system on the roof of the new Louisville Public Library. The first phase of the three-phase agreement is for completion of a feasibility study, including an evaluation of the preferred type of system and an economic analysis of the system including payback period with available rebates. Mike Johnston, Architectural Energy Corporation (AEC) reviewed the feasibility study through a slide presentation, which included the system schematics; the design parameters; projected annual photovoltaic system performance; monthly photovoltaic system performance; example of ballast on a flat roof mounted system; and the Colorado rebates and renewable energy credits. He provided an example through a quote from a local company and reviewed an economic analysis of the cost for a photovoltaic power system for the new library. Mayor Sisk requested public comment. Garrett Mundelein, 555 County Road, Louisville, CO asked if the rebates and renewable energy credits are guaranteed. Mr. Johnston explained those funds are put aside. Mr. Mundelein inquired as to the longevity of the system. Mr. Johnston stated manufacturers are offering a 25-year warranty on the modules. Mr. Mundelein asked if there would be a battery backup for the system. Mr. Johnston stated there would be no battery backup. Mr. Mundelein stated he builds energy efficient homes. He cautioned energy costs will continue to go up and stated photovoltaic power is one way to keep costs down.