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PORT OF SEATTLE
MEMORANDUM

COMMISSION AGENDA              Item No.      4d
ACTION ITEM
Date of Meeting     April 14, 2015

DATE:   April 7, 2015

TO:     Ted Fick, Chief Executive Ofcer

FROM:  Robert A. Hoyman, Marine Maintenance Project Ma er 
Paul Meyer, Manager, Permitting and Compliance
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Mike McLaughlin, Director Cruise and Maritime Operations

SUBJECT: Terminal 91 Lighting Upgrade (CIP C800160)

Amount of This Request:        $125,000  Source of Funds:  Cien ral Fund

Est. Total Project Cost:         $1,160,000

ACTION REQUESTED
Request Commission authorization for $125,000 of additional project funding to complete the
Terminal 91 Lighting Upgrade for a total authorization of $1,160,000.

SYNOPSIS

This project will reduce energy usage and improve exterior lighting at Terminal 91 for all areas
south of the Magnolia Bridge and the cruise parking area north of the bridge. The
new lighting
and controls will enable the Port to be more energy efcient and to deliver only the light required
for specic operations. Seattle City Light will rebate an estimated $152,000 toward the cost of
this project as their incentive to implement energy efcient modications.

This project was authorized before design was completed and costs have exceeded those
estimated. Additonal funding is available in CIP C001785 Preliminary Planning

Additional authorization is requested due to the cost of xtures and controls exceeding the
estimated amounts and the costs resulting from unanticipated design modications made to
address Neighbors Advisory Committee (NAC), representing the Queen Anne and Magnolia
neighborhoods, concerns.

Lighting installation is 98 percent complete at this time.

BACKGROUND

In October 2013, the Commission authorized $1,035,000 to provide energy efcient lighting
with improved lighting illumination levels and quality of light in the loading/unloading yard and
cruise parking areas of Terminal 91. This upgrade utilizes new technologies and includes

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removal and proper disposal of existing high-pressure sodium (HPS) xtures; installation of 331
light emitting xtures (LED and LEP) to replace 381 existing HPS xtures; and installation of
wireless controls.

Controls allow lighting of areas to the level needed for the activity at the time the activity is
happening. Controls will allow the Port to monitor usage on a pole-by-pole basis and will allow
dimming of lights as appropriate to the use of the facility. Seattle City Light has approved this
project for rebates through their Energy Conservation Incentive / Rebate Program. The rebate
amount is contingent upon installation of an operational control system.

Installation of lighting xtures and controls began in July 2014 and is 98% complete. The
lighting fixtures are currently operating at improved levels and are being manually controlled.
Shortly after installation of new xtures began, the Neighbors Advisory Committee (NAC)
representing the Queen Anne and Magnolia neighborhoods voiced concern about the project.
The consultant revised the lighting design by re-directing the high-mast lights and adding
xtures to address NAC concerns. Additional work and procurement of the materials for the
redesign is on hold, pending Commission authorization. Programming and commissioning'will
take place immediately following completed installation of controls, which is expected to be
complete during the second quarter of 2015, pending Commission authorization.

Project costs are expected to exceed the authorized budget for the following reasons:
0  The costs for xtures and controls exceeded the pre-bid estimated cost by 10%.

o  In response to concerns raised by the NAC, design modications were made to reduce
the glare in the direction of neighboring properties. Changes to the design included
additional xtures incorporated into the design and realignment of nearly all installed
xtures at high mast locations on both Piers 90 and 91. Project costs resulting from
addressing NAC concerns resulted in increased costs to the project.
0  Unanticipated  labor costs associated with design changes, unforeseen repairs to
infrastructure and to a greater extent, installation of a more labor-intensive controls
system than initially planned resulted in added costs.

An additional $125,000 is required to complete the project as designed.

PROJECT JUSTIFICATION AND DETAILS

Terminal 9] Lighting Upgrade project will reduce electricity usage costs by approximately
$49,000 per year, reduce maintenance costs, reduce greenhouse gas emissions by over 400
tonnes per year, allow accurate monitoring of energy use, and provide improved lighting
illumination levels and quality of light in the loading/unloading areas of Piers 90 and 91,
Shortlill, and the cruise parking area.

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Project Objectives
0   Improve lighting performance: Improve lighting illumination levels to provide a safer,

more effective work area for pier activities and visitors to the Port. Improve security
through enhanced visibility on the piers.
0   Energy Efficiency: Reduce terminal exterior lighting energy usage by 76%.

0   Carbon Reduction: Avoid greenhouse gas emissions from deferred energy generation.

0   Controllability: Lighting controls will enable the Port to deliver light as needed and
accurately monitor and measure energy used.
0   Reduce light and glare: Fixtures will be shielded to conserve night sky darkness and
reduce light and glare spillage to neighborhoods.
0  Reduce Maintenance Costs: Fixture maintenance and replacement at Piers 90, 91 and
the cruise parking will be reduced from approximately $592,000 to $110,000 for LED
lighting over the next ten years.
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0   Economic Responsibility: Total cost of ownership of lighting systems replaced meets a
financial objective of simple payback in approximately eight years. Seattle City Light
Energy Conservation Resources will provide rebates to the Port for a portion of the cost
associated with this project. Seattle City Light will pay an estimated $152,000 toward
the cost of this project as incentives to implement energy efcient modifications.
Inclusion of controls with "Revenue Grade Energy Metering" will enable the Port to
accurately calculate the cost for lighting use.
0   Compliance: Installed lighting will comply with federal OSHA, Washington State
Labor and Industry standards, Coast Guard and other applicable regulations and
standards. LED lighting will enhance the capability of existing security cameras
through delivery of full spectrum light evenly distributed throughout work areas.
0   Sustainability: Modern LED fixtures are expected to have a life span of 10-13 years

versus 3-5 year replacement for existing lamps. Controls will enable the Port to limit
lighting to the hours and levels required by the users resulting in extended fixture life.
Replacement lights will be rated for marine environment and include bird deterrents to
avoid buildup of corrosive materials.

Schedule

The project work is nearly complete and on hold. Pending Commission authorization, work is
expected to be completed in the second quarter of 2015.

FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS
Budget/Authorization Summmy            Capital     Expense  Total Project
$1,035,000              $1,035,000
Current request for authorization             $125,000          $0     $125,000
Total Authorizations, including this request     $1,160,000                $1 160 000
Remaining budget to be authorized m m
Seattle City Light Energy Incentive          ($152,000)          $0    ($152 000)

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Total Estimated Project Cost              $1,008,000      *   $0    $1 ,008,000

Project Cost Breakdown                   This Request   Total Project
Materials                                 $38,500      $725,000
Construction                              $53,500 ' $203,000
Construction Management '      $6,500    $12,500
Design                                  $0      $71,000

ICT Support .                $12,000    $12,000
Permitting                                   $0       $4,500               t
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$125,000    $1,] 60,000
Seattle Light Energy Rebate   ($152,000)

Budget Status and Source ofFunds
The project is included in the 2015 Approved Capital Budget in the total amount. of $1,092,000
(with $942,000 spent prior to 2015). The additional $68,000 required to fund this project is
available in CIP C001785 Preliminary Planning.

The project has been and will be funded by the General Fund and the Seattle Light Energy
Rebate.

FinancialAnalysis andSummary

CIP Catego             Renewal and Enhancement
Project Type             Infrastructure Renewal/Replacement .
Risk ad'usted discount rate     7.0%
Key risk factors            Project costs exceed estimates.
Seattle City Light rebate is not received or is less than
expected.
Project cost for anal '        $1,008,000 ($1,160,000 less $152,000 rebate)
Business Unit (BU)          Cruise and Maritime Operations
Effect on business performance  Lower annual electricity expense of $49,000.
Lower annual maintenance expense of $20,000.
Lower 2015 maintenance expense of $235,600 due to
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savings from necessary lighting repairs and additions to             |
meet code requirements.                                |
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10-year asset life.                                          l

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NPV         Payback
(in $'s)              (in years)


Note that the NPV on the original Commission action was
a positive $15,216, but the increase in costs and a
reduction in the Seattle Light Energy Rebate now results
in a negative NPV. However, the rate of return remains
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positive.

STRATEGIES AND OBJECTIVES

This project aligns with the Port's commitment to be the nation's leading green and energy~
efcient port. Upon completion, the Terminal 91 Lighting Upgrade project will reduce electricity          i
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usage by 721,435 kw/hrs. per year translating to an operation cost savings of approximately
$49,000 per year, reduce maintenance costs, reduce greenhouse gas emissions by over 400
tonnes per year, allow accurate monitoring of energy use, provide improved lighting illumination
levels and quality of light in the loading/unloading areas of Piers 90 and 91 and the cruise
parking area.

TRIPLE BOTTOM LINE
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Economic Development

This project provides necessary infrastructure upgrades that will improve customer safety and
security, reduce operating costs and control future maintenance costs.

Environmental Responsibility
Replacement of existing fixtures will reduce port-controlled greenhouse gas emissions, reduce
light, and glare from Terminal 9] yard lighting.

Community Benets
Neighbors in the Terminal 9i vicinity will be shielded from light and glare and appreciate the
controls, which will automatically reduce lighting levels when work is not being performed or
the property is not occupied.
ALTERNATIVES AND IMPLICATIONS CONSIDERED
Alternative 1) ~ Stop the project in its current state. This would result in limited use of controls
and reduce the Seattle City Light rebate amount. In addition, it will not allow for the completion
of the design revisions or nal adjustments intended to accommodate the Neighbors Advisory
Committee (NAC). Additional funds would still need to be authorized to close out the project.
This is not the recommended alternative.

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Alternative 2)  Authorize an additional $125,000 for a total project budget authorization of
$1,160,000 to complete the lighting upgrade. This is the recommended alternative.

ATTACHMENTS TO THIS RES QUEST
0   Terminal 91 Project Power Point

PREVIOUS COMMISSION ACTIONS OR BRIEFINGS

October 8, 2013 ~ Commission approved for the Chief Executive Officer to complete the design,
purchase materials and proceed with construction by Port crews of the Terminal 91 Lighting
Upgrades project, for a total cost of $1,035,000.

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