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CITY COUNCIL <br />REGULAR MEETING STAFF REPORT <br />AGENDA ITEM SA <br />STAFF ORIGINATOR: Justin Williams, Public Works Superintendent <br />MEETING DATE: May 12th, 2025 <br />TOPIC: Consider Resolution No. 25-59 Replacement of 2004 Olympian <br />30kW Generator— Lift Station 53 Backup Power <br />VOTE REQUIRED: Simple Majority <br />INTRODUCTION <br />Requesting approval for the replacement of a 2004 Olympian 30kW natural gas generator that <br />provides emergency power to Lift Station 53 (6300 Laurene Ave), a critical lift station, using <br />funds from the Sewer Capital Equipment account. <br />BACKGROUND <br />The existing generator was installed in 2004 and has served as the primary backup power <br />source for lift station 53. Due to its age and wear, the reliability of the unit has become <br />inconsistent, raising concerns about its ability to operate when needed during power outages. <br />The short retention time at this lift station allows for only a narrow window before backups <br />occur, making dependable emergency power essential to prevent sanitary sewer overflows and <br />protect public health and the environment. <br />This generator is currently scheduled for replacement in 2026 as part of the long-term capital <br />replacement plan. However, due to its declining reliability and the critical nature of the lift <br />station it serves, staff recommends advancing the replacement timeline. <br />RECOMMENDATION <br />Staff recommends the immediate replacement of the 2004 Olympian 30kW generator. New <br />40kW generators are currently in stock and available for purchase, which allows for timely <br />procurement and installation. Turn key generator replacement cost is $37,375.00. <br />Funding Source is the Sewer Capital Equipment Fund <br />ATTACHMENTS <br />Resolution 25-59 <br />Turn Key Generator Replacement Quote <br />