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CITY OF SEWARD,ALASKA
RESOLUTION 2025-119
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SEWARD,
ALASKA,AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO PURCHASE
ADVANCED METERING INFRASTRUCTURE (AMI)METERS,
NETWORK EQUIPMENT,AND SOFTWARE FROM LANDIS+GYR FOR
CITYWIDE ELECTRIC METER MODERNIZATION IN THE AMOUNT
OF $766,389,PLUS A 10%CONTINGENCY AND APPROPRIATING
FUNDS
WHEREAS,the City of Seward Electric Department is committed to improving
transparency,accuracy,and efficiency in electric utility billing and system operations for all
customers;and
WHEREAS,the existing AMR meters obtained from the City of Kodiak in 201 8 were
already approximately fifteen years old at installation and are now nearing the end oftheir expected
twenty-year service life,resulting in decreased reliability and limited technological capability;and
WHEREAS,the Electric Department,in partnership with Util-Assist,completed an
exhaustive vendor evaluation and RFP scoring process,during which three manufacturers
submitted proposals,and Landis+Gyr was determined to provide the best overall value,technical
fit,long-term support model,and pricing for the City of Seward;and
WHEREAS,Landis+Gyr’s proposed AMI system will allow the City to remotely read
meters,improve operational efficiency,reduce estimated billing,enhance outage detection,and
give customers access to more transparent and timely information about their electric usage,
consistent with the utility modernization benefits described in the Landis+Gyr AM!proposal;and
WHEREAS,the advanced usage data provided by the AMI system will also support
improved system demand analysis,load forecasting,and the ability to evaluate and refine rate
structures to ensure fair,cost-effective,and equitable billing across all customer rate classes;and
WHEREAS,Landis+Gyr’s proposal also includes a future-ready AM!network platform
capable of supporting additional smart-grid applications—such as distribution automation,
advanced analytics,and potential grid-edge technologies—in alignment with the City’s long-term
reliability and modernization goals;and
WHEREAS,the total capital cost for the proposed Landis+Gyr solution is $766,389,
significantly below the original project estimate of $1,200,000,and a 10%contingency is
recommended for unforeseen conditions,bringing the total project authorization to $843,028;and
CITY OF SEWARD,ALASKA
RESOLUTION 2025-119
WHEREAS,the adoption of a modern AMI system will reduce manual meter reading,
improve billing accuracy,increase customer satisfaction,and ensure that the City’s electric
infrastructure remains adaptable to future technological advancements.
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 execute a purchase
agreement with Landis+Gyr for AMI meters,network equipment,and software in the amount of
$766,389,plus a 10%contingency,for a total authorized amount not to exceed $843,028.
Section 2.Funding in the amount of $843,028 is hereby from the Electric Enterprise Fund
Capital Project Account.
Section 3.This resolution shall take effect immediately upon adoption.
PASSED AND APPROVED by the City Council of the City of Seward,Alaska this 1
5th
day of December 2025.
THE CITY OF SEWARD,ALASKA
CIZ4A
Sue McClure,Mayor
AYES:Barnwell,Caihoon,Crites,Osenga,Draper,Warner,McClure
NOES:None
ABSENT:None
ABSTAIN:None
ATTEST:
Kris Peck
City Clerk
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