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Mr. Schwartz noted the findings with the City of West St. Paul study by Xcel <br /> Energy that the LED's were not reducing wattage as much as he anticipated, and <br /> advised that it was meeting the measured lights trying to be achieved; and as <br /> noted by Member DeBenedet, the perception that they were brighter or providing <br /> more light. <br /> Mr. Schwartz reviewed various types of lighting and their uses (e.g. building wall <br /> packs of which there are a significant number around the maintenance building) <br /> versus lighting for pedestrian areas and what the goal was, whether for safety for <br /> walking or appearing lit for security purposes. <br /> Vice Chair Stenlund opined that, while the LED lighting may not be brighter and <br /> create the same visual appearance, a reduction from 150 to 90 watts was still <br /> significant. <br /> Mr. Schwartz concurred that it was a measurement versus perception concept. <br /> While agreeing with the proposed plan in 2013 and 2014, Member DeBenedet <br /> suggested that the 2015 plan be re-evaluated to see it made sense based on the <br /> learning curve of those first two (2)years. <br /> Mr. Schwartz concurred, noting that each year required additional review before <br /> construction to make sure the right fixtures were being retrofitted. <br /> Vice Chair Stenlund asked if he could submit the project to student engineers as a <br /> Capstone Project; with Mr. Schwartz agreeing that it would be a great idea. <br /> Vice Chair Stenlund expressed his excitement about the project; and reminded <br /> members that, when replacing current bulbs on the City Hall campus, to keep in <br /> mind that there was a longer life expectancy for LED fixtures as well; and that it <br /> should also be taken into consideration that in the future, smaller gauge wiring to <br /> supply larger wattages may be needed. <br /> 9. Discussion Points for Annual Joint Meeting with City Council <br /> Regarding the upcoming annual joint meeting of the City Council and PWETC, <br /> Vice Chair Stenlund encouraged all members to attend if possible, with Members <br /> Gjerdingen and DeBenedet committing to attend and looking forward to the <br /> opportunity. <br /> Members reviewed possible discussion points to consider, including: <br /> Activities and accomplishments <br /> • Comprehensive Storm water Management Plan <br /> • Drafting of Complete Streets Policy <br /> • Recycling Contract and Community Values Process and draft RFP <br /> • Revised Assessment Policy <br /> Page 14 of 15 <br />