05/23/2000 Resolutions 2000-151
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RES 0 L UTI 0 N 2000-151
WHEREAS, Grand Island's electric system is interconnected to the national grid via
the Nebraska Public Power District (NPPD); and
WHEREAS, NPPD owns and operates transmission facilities to serve the western two
thirds ofthe state and is designated as the area control for transmission by the Mid-American Power
Pool (MAPP); and
WHEREAS, with the re-regulation of the electric industry, Grand Island has increased
potential for sales and purchases of energy; and
WHEREAS, NPPD is willing and able to provide marketing services for sales and
purchases of power; and
WHEREAS, it is recommended that NPPD serve as the sole energy marketing agent
for the City of Grand Island; and
WHEREAS, a proposed Joint Marketing Agreement has been reviewed and approved
by the City Attorney's office.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA, that the Joint Marketing Agreement by and
between the Nebraska Public Power District and the City of Grand Island is hereby approved; and
the Mayor is hereby authorized and directed to execute such agreement on behalf of the City of
Grand Island.
Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska on May 23,2000.
Cindy K. J 0
I Approved as to Form T ~
May 19, 2000 .. City Attorney