Sponsor: Property Management
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First Amendment to the Agreement with District Energy St. Paul Inc. for District Cooling Services
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Recommendation
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1. Approve the first amendment to the agreement with District Energy St. Paul, Inc., 76 West Kellogg Boulevard, Saint Paul, MN, 55102, for cold water service at Landmark Center, to extend the term of the agreement through September 30, 2048, in accordance with the rates established in the agreement.
2. Authorize the Chair and Chief Clerk to execute the amendment.
3. Authorize the County Manager to enter into agreements and execute amendments to the agreement, in accordance with the county’s procurement policies and procedures, provided the amounts are within the limits of available funding.
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Background and Rationale
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District Energy has provided cold water for the cooling system at Landmark Center since 2008 under the current service agreement, which expires May 21, 2028. District Energy recently contacted Minnesota Landmarks, Inc. and Ramsey County about extending the agreement for cooling services through September 30, 2048.
District Energy’s provision of cold water for cooling has been reliable and financially beneficial at Landmark Center. An extension of the agreement would continue service and allow for Ramsey County to lower the contracted usage level rate to 86 tons of water, to match the lower need at the building following the energy savings measures that have been implemented.
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County Goals (Check those advanced by Action)
☐ Well-being ☐ Prosperity ☐ Opportunity ☒ Accountability
Racial Equity Impact
The racial equity impact of this action is unknown.
Community Participation Level and Impact
There is no community participation associated with this action.
☒ Inform ☐ Consult ☐ Involve ☐ Collaborate ☐ Empower
Fiscal Impact
The reduced water usage rate included with the amendment will result in an energy cost saving at the Landmark Center.
Last Previous Action
On December 11, 2007, the Ramsey County Board of Commissioners approved and executed the District Cooling Service Agreement with District Energy St. Paul, Inc. (Resolution 2007-375).
Attachments
1. First Amendment to District Cooling Service Agreement