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CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
RESOLUTION 2025-063
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SEWARD,
ALASKA, AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO PURCHASE LED
STREETLIGHT FIXTURES FROM ANIXTER POWER SOLUTIONS FOR
INSTALLATION ALONG THIRD AVENUE IN THE AMOUNT OF
$43,818.50
WHEREAS, the City of Seward Electric Department is committed to improving energy
efficiency and reducing utility costs across City infrastructure; and
WHEREAS, the existing streetlight heads along Third Avenue are outdated and less
energy -efficient than modern LED fixtures; and
WHEREAS, the City received a quote from Anixter Power Solutions for the purchase of
110 Philips RFM108W32LED4K streetlight fixtures at a total cost of $43,818.50; and
WHEREAS, the estimated energy savings from upgrading to LED technology will result
in a return on investment within five months based on reduced electric utility costs to the City; and
WHEREAS, the total estimated project cost for the light fixtures is $43,818.50 and the
units are expected to be delivered within 10-12 weeks of the order date.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF SEWARD, ALASKA, that:
Section 1. The City Council hereby authorizes the City Manager to contract with Anixter
Power Solutions and approve the purchase of 110 Philips LED streetlight fixtures for installation
along 3rd Avenue in the amount of $43,818.50.
Section 2. Funding in the amount of $43,818.50 is hereby appropriated from Electric
Enterprise Fund unrestricted net position 15000-0000-3400 to the Electric General Operations
department capital equipment account 15000-3000-8103.
Section 3. This resolution shall take effect immediately upon adoption.
CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
RESOLUTION 2025-063
PASSED AND APPROVED by the City Council of the City of Seward, Alaska this 14th
day of July 2025.
THE CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
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Sue McClure, Mayor
AYES: Warner, Barnwell, Wells, Crites, Finch, Osenga, McClure
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
Kris Peck
City Clerk
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City Council Agenda Statement
Meeting Date: July 14, 2025
To: City Council
Through: Kat Sorensen, City Manager
From: Taylor Crocker, Electric Operations Supervisor
Subject: Resolution 2025-063: Authorizing the City Manager to Purchase LED
Streetlight Fixtures from Anixter Power Solutions for Installation Along
Third Avenue in the Amount of $43,818.50
Background and justification:
The City of Seward Electric Department is pursuing upgrades to the streetlight infrastructure along
Third Avenue by replacing outdated fixtures with energy -efficient LED heads. This initiative
aligns with the City's goal of improving sustainability and reducing ongoing operational costs.
After evaluating product options, the Electric Department selected the Philips
RFM108W32LED4K streetlight fixtures, which are engineered for long life, durability in Alaskan
conditions, and reduced power consumption.
Anixter Power Solutions provided a quote totaling $43,818.50 for the purchase of 110 fixtures,
including all necessary components. Based on current electric rates and load factors, the City is
projected to recover its investment within approximately five months due to savings on municipal
electric bills. The anticipated return on investment and long-term reduction in energy use make
this an economically and environmentally sound decision.
This purchase supports the City's broader infrastructure improvement and energy -efficiency goals
while also enhancing lighting quality and reliability along a key corridor of Seward.
Comprehensive and Strategic Plan Consistency Information
This legislation is consistent with (citation listed):
Comprehensive Plan: 3.7.1.4
Strategic Plan:
Other:
Certification of Funds
Total amount of funds listed in this legislation: $ 43,818.50
This legislation (✓):
X
Creates revenue in the amount of:
Creates expenditure in amount of:
Creates a savings in the amount of:
Has no fiscal impact
Funds are (✓):
X
$
$ 43,818.50
$
Budgeted Line item(s): 15000 3000 8103 — General Operations: Capital Equipment
Not budgeted
Not applicable
Fund Balance Information
Affected Fund (✓):
General
Boat Harbor
Motor Pool
Available Fund Balance
SMIC
Parking
Other
X
Electric
Water
$
Wastewater
Healthcare
Note: amounts are unaudited
Finance Director Signature: ad,
X
Yes
Attorney Signature:
Not applicable Comments:
Attorney Review
Administration Recommendation
X
Adopt Resolution
Other: