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HomeMy WebLinkAbout25C - AGMT - ENERGY CONSULTING SRVSREQUEST FOR COUNCIL ACTION CITY COUNCIL MEETING DATE: SEPTEMBER 16, 2013 TITLE: AMEND AGREEMENT WITH EDWARD K. AGHJAYAN FOR ENERGY CONSULTING SERVICES W C Y MANAGER RECOMMENDED ACTION CLERK OF COUNCIL USE ONLY: APPROVED ? As Recommended ? As Amended ? Ordinance on 1" Reading ? Ordinance on 2n° Reading ? Implementing Resolution ? Set Public Hearing For CONTINUED TO FILE NUMBER Authorize the City Manager and Clerk of the Council to execute an amendment to the agreement with Edward K. Aghjayan, subject to nonsubstantive changes approved by the City Manager and City Attorney, for energy consulting services, in an amount not to exceed $75,000. DISCUSSION This recommended action will allow the City to continue to benefit from opportunities for energy efficiency and the resulting cost reductions. Since 2008, the City has participated in an Energy Leader Partnership (Partnership) with Southern California Edison to bring energy efficiency programs to Santa Ana residents, businesses, and City facilities. The current Partnership cycle continues through 2014 and a future cycle beyond 2014 is in development. Edward K. Aghjayan, an energy consultant with experience in managing several energy programs, has been valuable in identifying partnership opportunities and community programs, including the development of energy efficiency kits delivered to 75,000 single-family, multifamily, and mobile home residences; implementation of the Small Business Direct Install Program provided to 198 businesses in the Federal Empowerment Zone; and delivery of the Nonresidential Direct Install Program to over 3,200 businesses. In January 2012, the City Council approved a $35,000 agreement that provided for Mr. Aghjayan's services to the Partnership and in support of other Public Works Agency energy and sustainability projects through June 30, 2013. Staff recommends approval of an amendment to this agreement to allow for continued assistance in the development and implementation of energy efficiency programs and to address various energy-related issues. The amendment extends the term to June 30, 2016, and increases the total compensation to $110,000. 25C-1 Agreement for Energy Consulting Services September 16, 2013 Page 2 FISCAL IMPACT Funds are budgeted in the Public Works Administration Contract Services-Professional account (No. 10117601-62300). Edwin "William" z, P.E. Interim Executive Director Public Works Agency APPROVED AS TO FUNDS AND ACCOUNTS: ?LISI?N Y? ?_A o ) ,-k, Francisco Gutierrez Executive Director Finance & Management Services Agency WG/CK Exhibit: 1. Amendment to Agreement with Edward K. Aghjayan 25C-2 FIRST AMENDMENT TO CONSULTANT AGREEMENT THIS FIRST AMENDMENT TO AGREEMENT, is entered into this 16`h day of September, 2013, by and between Edward K. Aghjayan (hereinafter "Consultant'), and the City of Santa Ana, a charter city and municipal corporation organized and existing under the Constitution and laws of the State of California (hereinafter "City"). RECITALS A. The parties entered into Agreement A-2012-007, dated January 17, 2012, hereinafter "said Agreement", by which Consultant has assisted in the identification, evaluation, design, and implementation of energy efficiency opportunities and community programs, as well as advising City staff regarding energy related issues and developments. B. In accordance with the terms and conditions of said Agreement, the parties now wish to extend the term and add compensation to pay for services provided during the extended term. WHEREFORE, in consideration of the covenants contained in said Agreement, and subject to all the terms and conditions of said Agreement, except those amended in this First Amendment to Agreement, the parties agree as follows: 1. Section 3.a., COMPENSATION, shall be amended to increase compensation by $75,000.00, to pay for the consulting services provided during the extended term. The total available for such consulting services shall not exceed $110,000.00, during the term of said Agreement. 2. Section 4, TERM, shall be amended to extend the termination date to June 30, 2016, unless terminated earlier in accordance with said Agreement. 3. Except as hereinabove amended, all terms and conditions of said Agreement shall remain in full force and effect. /// /// EXHIBIT 1 25C-3 IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have executed this Agreement the date and year first above written. ATTEST: MARIA D. HUIZAR Clerk of the Council APPROVED AS TO FORM: SONIA CARVALHO City Attorney By: Laura Sheedy Assistant City Attorney CITY OF SANTA ANA KEVIN O'ROURKE Interim City Manager CONSULTANT EDWARD K. AGHJAYAN Tax ID# RECOMMENDED FOR APPROVAL: EDWIN "WILLIAM" GALVEZ, P.E. Interim Executive Director Public Works Agency 25G-4