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some off line to do roof replacement or they would need to downsize that array to allow or shift some of the arrays for maintenance. Mr. Culver stated that is something he was going to follow up with Ideal Energy on because they have had previous discussions with other developers as far as trying to build in atwo-month period where they could take the system off line. It was noted Ideal Energy would work with the City on removing and replacing the arrays. Mr. Solem stated they do have optional agreement where if it is in a shorter amount of time, they can agree upon that process up front so it is not a surprise. Member Joyce asked what kind of impact does that have on staff to monitor this and make sure it is functioning. Mr. Culver stated during the actual PPA period the developer or operator is responsible for all operations and maintenance. The City would own the system but would be leasing to them, so they are responsible for the O&M. There should be very little impact theoretically on his staff. After they own it, they would have to enter into some sort of maintenance agreement for that which would be included in the finances. Mr. Solem explained when they own a long-term power purchase agreement with larger arrays, how much you pay is based on how much it produces. You only pay for the energy it produces. When they model this, they model their own income off it based off the array producing off peak power. If it is not producing exactly what they say it is going to produce, then they are also losing money for both the small and large arrays. Member Kors asked what kind of mechanical function the arrays have and if they follow the sun. Mr. Chris Psihos (person from the audience) stated they sit at a static ten -degree angle and from the ground they would sit at a thirty -degree angle. Member Kors asked if there were variations depending on the time of year. Mr. Solem stated they do not adjust any angle throughout the year. Production is affected in the winter, but they do not change anything about the array. They are essentially optimized for Spring, Summer and Fall production. Chair Cihacek asked if they never want to take ownership could they set up a long-term capital lease program. Mr. Solem stated no matter what fee title owner day one, but the lease could be run full term. Chair Cihacek stated one of their City Councilmembers has stated the concern is the actual ownership because then they must take care of it and get rid of the assets. In looking at that, he thought they may want to review the way this is structured. Member Misra asked if there would be any other changes, such as landscaping, that would need to be taken care of. Mr. Solem stated the only other possible issue would be the ground outside of City Hall. They would want to position it in a place where it is the most environmentally less invasive and to make sure the array is not being shaded during the term of its life.