MEETING OF THE ELECTRIC UTILITY COMMISSION November 10, 2025 ▪ 6:00 PM AUSTIN ENERGY HEADQUARTERS/SHUDDE FATH CONFERENCE ROOM 4815 MUELLER BLVD AUSTIN, TEXAS Some members of the Electric Utility Commission maybe participating by videoconference. The meeting may be viewed online at: http://www.austintexas.gov/page/watch-atxn-live Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely by telephone. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once either in-person or remotely and will be allowed up to three minutes to provide their comments. Registration no later than noon the day before the meeting is required for remote participation. To register to speak remotely, contact Nici Huff, at Nici.Huff@AustinEnergy.com or via phone at 512-972-8621. Members: Dave Tuttle, Chair Kaiba White, Vice Chair Raul Alvarez Lauren Bellomy CALL TO ORDER Cesar Benavides Jonathon Blackburn Al Braden Chris Gillett AGENDA Chris Kirksey Cyrus Reed Joshua Rhodes PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first 5 speakers signed up prior to the meeting being called to order will each be allowed a three- minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Electric Utility Commission Regular Called Meeting on October 20, 2025. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 2. Recommend approval authorizing a contract for for construction services for the Backup Control Center Uninterruptible Power Supply System Replacement for Austin Energy with Fakouri Electrical Engineering, Inc. in the amount of $629,199 plus a $60,000 contingency for a total contract amount not to exceed $689,199. Funding: $689,199 is available in the Capital Budget of Austin Energy. 3. Authorize negotiation and execution of an amendment to the membership agreement with the Electric Power Research Institute to add an additional $120,000 for research programs for a revised total contract amount not to exceed $1,320,000. Funding: $360,000 is available in the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Operating Budget of Austin Energy. Funding for the remaining contract term is contingent upon available funding in future budgets. 4. Authorize negotiation and execution of all documents and instruments necessary or desirable to acquire approximately 0.0191 acres (832 square feet) of a permanent electric transmission and distribution easement out of Outlot 55, Division “O”, City of Austin, Travis County, Texas, being a portion of Lot 18, Block 2, Elm Grove, a subdivision of record in Book 2, Page 241, Plat Records, Travis County, Texas, from The Board of Directors of Lambie Homes Condominium Association, currently appraised at $95,021 subject to an …
Posting Language ..Title Authorize a contract for construction services for the Backup Control Center Uninterruptible Power Supply System Replacement for Austin Energy with Fakouri Electrical Engineering, Inc. in the amount of $629,199 plus a $60,000 contingency for a total contract amount not to exceed $689,199. Funding: $689,199 is available in the Capital Budget of Austin Energy. 25-2210 ..Body Lead Department Austin Financial Services. Managing Department Austin Energy. Amount and Source of Funding Funding is available in the Capital Budget of Austin Energy. Procurement Language: Austin Financial Services issued an Invitation for Bids solicitation IFB 6100 CLMC1097 for these services. The solicitation was issued on July 21, 2025, and closed on August 28, 2025. The recommended contractor submitted the only responsive offer. A complete solicitation package, including a tabulation of the bid received, is available for viewing on the City’s website. This information can currently be found at https://financeonline.austintexas.gov/afo/account_services/solicitation/solicitation_details.cfm?sid=141987 . MBE/WBE: This contract will be awarded in compliance with City Code Chapter 2-9A (Minority-Owned and Women- Owned Business Enterprise Procurement Program). No goals were established for this solicitation. For More Information: Direct questions regarding this Recommendation for Council Action to Austin Financial Services - Central Procurement at FSDCentralProcurementRCAs@austintexas.gov or 512-974-2500. Respondents to the solicitation and their Agents should direct all questions to the Authorized Contact Person identified in the solicitation. Council Committee, Boards and Commission Action: November 10, 2025 - To be reviewed by the Electric Utility Commission. Additional Backup Information: The project involves the replacement of the aging Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) system at the Backup Control Center with a new, appropriately sized UPS system. This system will ensure uninterrupted power to the control center during outages, supporting critical infrastructure. The project covers engineering design and analysis for the new UPS system, procurement of equipment, installation and commissioning, detailed cost estimation and project scheduling. Due to the potential for unforeseen site conditions, design and material changes, labor and resource fluctuations, and project timeline uncertainties, a 10% contingency in funding has been included to allow for the expeditious processing of any change orders to cover any unforeseen construction costs associated with the project. There will be no impact to the public as all work will be on City property that is not open to the public. Item 2 If a contract is not approved, system disruptions or security breaches may occur. The contract allows 30 Calendar Days for completion of this …
Posting Language ..Title Authorize negotiation and execution of an amendment to the membership agreement with the Electric Power Research Institute to add an additional $120,000 for research programs for a revised total contract amount not to exceed $1,320,000. Funding: $360,000 is available in the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Operating Budget of Austin Energy. Funding for the remaining contract term is contingent upon available funding in future budgets. 25-2301 ..De Lead Department Austin Energy Fiscal Note Funding: $360,000 is available in the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Operating Budget of Austin Energy. Funding for the remaining contract term is contingent upon available funding in future budgets. Prior Council Action: December 14, 2023 - Council authorized negotiation and execution of a membership agreement with the Electric Power Research Institute for research programs. For More Information: Amy Everhart, Director Local Government Issues 512-322-6087; Matthew Russell, Chief Technology Officer 512-322 6382. Council Committee, Boards and Commission Action: November 10, 2025 - To be reviewed by the Electric Utility Commission. Additional Backup Information: This amendment will provide additional funding to support supplemental projects related to scope development of Distributed Energy Resource Management Systems (DERMS), electric vehicle adoption, and field crew safety associated with lifting manhole covers. Through this continued membership agreement with Electric Power Research Institute (EPRI), Austin Energy partners with other utilities to provide funding to EPRI for collaborative research in the following areas of emerging technology: electric transportation and infrastructure, energy storage and distributed generation, distributed energy resource integration, and grid planning and operational technologies. Research results are used to support Austin Energy’s efforts to achieve its Council-mandated strategic goals. Membership in EPRI provides a cost-effective way for utilities to pool resources and participate in research projects that add value to their present and future operations. EPRI was established in 1973 as an independent, non-profit center for public interest energy and environmental research. EPRI brings together member organizations, scientists and engineers, and other leading experts to work collaboratively on solutions to the challenges of electric power. These solutions span nearly every area of power generation, delivery, and use, including health, safety, and the environment. EPRI’s members represent over 90 percent of the electricity generation in the United States, including several large municipal power utilities. Without this additional funding, Austin Energy would need to delay or cancel necessary research projects. Item 3
25-2353 Posting Language ..Title Approve a resolution authorizing the filing of eminent domain proceedings and payment to acquire approximately 0.0191 acres (832 square feet) of a permanent electric transmission and distribution easement out of Outlot 55, Division “O”, City of Austin, Travis County, Texas, being a portion of Lot 18, Block 2, Elm Grove, a subdivision of record in Book 2, Page 241, Plat Records, Travis County, Texas, from The Board of Directors of Lambie Homes Condominium Association, currently appraised at $95,021 subject to an increase in value based on updated appraisal(s), Special Commissioner’s award, negotiated settlement, or judgment. The property is located at 1106 Lambie Street, Austin, Texas 78702. Funding: $95,021 is available in the Capital Budget of Austin Energy. ..De Lead Department Austin Financial Services. Fiscal Note Funding is available in the Capital Budget of Austin Energy. For More Information: Brandon Williamson, Austin Financial Services, 512-974-5666; Michael Gates, Austin Financial Services, 512- 974-5639; Amy Everhart, Austin Energy, Director, Local Government Issues (512) 322-6087; David Tomczyszyn, Austin Energy, VP Electric Systems Engineering and Technical Services, (512) 322-6821. Council Committee, Boards and Commission Action: November 10, 2025 - To be reviewed by the Electric Utility Commission. Additional Backup Information: This proposed acquisition is required to relocate various structures along the existing Circuit 1015 to accommodate the Texas Department of Transportation’s expansion of Interstate Highway 35 (IH-35) as part of the IH-35 Capital Express Lady Bird Lake program. The IH-35 Capital Express Lady Bird Lake project runs along IH-35 from Holly Street to State Highway 71/Ben White Blvd. The City has attempted to purchase the needed property at 1106 Lambie Street, Austin, Texas 78702. The City and the property owner have been unable to agree on the value of the needed acquisition. The Law Department is requesting authorization to file an action in eminent domain on behalf of the City, and to authorize the City to pay for the property interest in an amount determined by the appraisal, updated appraisal(s), a Special Commissioners’ award, negotiated settlement, or judgment. The State of Texas will reimburse the City for the cost to acquire these property rights, pursuant to both the Standard Utility Agreement executed between the parties regarding the relocation of Circuit 1015 and the Settlement Agreement in Case No. C-1-PB-24-001200 in Travis County Probate Court No. 1, concerning the State’s condemnation of the City’s property at 1007 Lambie Street. Item 4
25-2352 Posting Language ..Title Approve a resolution authorizing the filing of eminent domain proceedings and payment to acquire the property interests needed for the Lady Bird Lake CKT1015 Project in support of the Interstate Highway 35 (IH-35) Capital Express Lady Bird Lake Project for the public use of relocating various utility structures requiring the acquisition of an electric easement consisting of 0.0917 of one acre (3,994 square foot) of a permanent electric transmission and distribution easement, out of Outlot 56, Division “O”, City of Austin, Travis County, Texas, being a portion of Lot 1, Amended Plat of Lots 1-6, Block 1, Resubdivision of Lot 1, Block 1, Magnolia Addition, a subdivision of record in Document No. 200700182, Official Public Records, Travis County, Texas, said Lot 1 conveyed to ESR Development, Incorporated by Warranty Deed with Vendor’s Lien dated June 11, 2007, as recorded in Document No. 2007114168, Official Public Records, Travis County, Texas and by Condominium Declaration for 41 Waller Lofts, A Condominium dated September 7, 2007, as recorded in Document No. 2007167267, Official Public Records, Travis County, Texas; currently appraised at $503,093 subject to an increase in value based on updated appraisals, a Special Commissioner’s award, negotiated settlement, or judgment. The owner of the property is 41 Waller Lofts Condominium Association, Incorporated. The property is located at 41 Waller Street, Austin, Texas, 78702. The general route of the project is along IH-35 from Holly Street to State Highway 71/Ben White Boulevard. Funding: $503,093 is available in the Capital Budget of Austin Energy. ..De Lead Department Austin Financial Services. Fiscal Note Funding is available in the Capital Budget of Austin Energy. For More Information: Brandon Williamson, Austin Financial Services, 512-974-5666; Michael Gates, Austin Financial Services, 512- 974-5639; Amy Everhart, Austin Energy, Director, Local Government Issues (512) 322-6087; David Tomczyszyn, Austin Energy, VP Electric Systems Engineering and Technical Services, (512) 322-6821. Council Committee, Boards and Commission Action: November 10, 2025 - To be reviewed by the Electric Utility Commission. Additional Backup Information: This proposed acquisition is required to relocate various structures along the existing Circuit 1015 to accommodate the Texas Department of Transportation’s expansion of Interstate Highway 35 (IH-35) as part of the IH-35 Capital Express Lady Bird Lake program. The IH-35 Capital Express Lady Bird Lake project runs along IH-35 from Holly Street to State Highway 71/Ben White Blvd. The City has attempted to purchase the needed property at 41 …
25-2354 Posting Language ..Title Approve a resolution authorizing the filing of eminent domain proceedings and payment to acquire the property interests needed for the LBL CKT1015 Project in support of the Interstate Highway 35 (IH-35) Capital Express Lady Bird Lake Project for the public use of relocating various utility structures requiring the acquisition of permanent electric transmission and distribution easement consisting of 0.0040 of one acre (174 square foot) of a permanent electric transmission and distribution easement, out of Outlot 55, Division “O”, City of Austin, Travis County, Texas, being a portion of Lot 12A, Resubdivision of Lots 11 and 12, Block 3, Elm Grove Addition, a subdivision of record in Book 13, Page 61, Plat Records, Travis County, Texas, said Lot 12A being described as a Declaration of Condominium Regime for 48 Waller Street Condominiums dated February 11, 2017, as recorded in Document Number 2017036860, Official Public Records, Travis County, Texas, same being a portion of Unit A in said Condominium Regime, said Unit A conveyed to Jason S. Goss, Justin Atwell Goss, and Courtney Camille Goss, all Individually and as Members of 48 Waller Street Condominium Association, Inc., by Warranty Deed with Vendor’s Lien dated June 20, 2017, as recorded in Document Number 2017100009, Official Public Records, Travis County, Texas; currently appraised at $19,009 subject to an increase in value based on updated appraisal(s), a Special Commissioner’s award, negotiated settlement or judgment. The owners of the needed property are Jason S. Goss, Justin Atewell Goss, Courtney Camille Goss, and 48 Waller Street Condominium Association Incorporated. The property is located at 48 Waller Street, Austin, Texas 78702. The general route of the project is along IH-35 from Holly Street to State Highway 71/Ben White Boulevard. Funding: $19,009 is available in the Capital Budget of Austin Energy. ..De Lead Department Austin Financial Services. Fiscal Note Funding is available in the Capital Budget of Austin Energy. For More Information: Brandon Williamson, Austin Financial Services, 512-974-5666; Michael Gates, Austin Financial Services, 512- 974-5639; Amy Everhart, Austin Energy, Director, Local Government Issues (512) 322-6087; David Tomczyszyn, Austin Energy, VP Electric Systems Engineering and Technical Services, (512) 322-6821. Council Committee, Boards and Commission Action: November 10, 2025 - To be reviewed by the Electric Utility Commission. Additional Backup Information: This proposed acquisition is required to relocate various structures along the existing Circuit 1015 to accommodate the Texas Department of Transportation’s expansion of Interstate Highway …
Posting Language ..Title Authorize three contracts for security fencing-related products and services for Austin Energy with Tony Parent Enterprises, Inc. d/b/a Allied Fence & Security, Viking Fence Co Ltd, and Woolery Custom Fence Co, each for an initial term of one year with up to two one-year extension options in amounts not to exceed $ 38,310,000, divided among the contractors. Funding: $12,000,000 is available in the Capital Budget of Austin Energy. 25-2389 ..Body Lead Department Austin Financial Services. Client Department(s) Austin Energy. Fiscal Note Funding in the amount of $12,000,000 is available in the Capital Budget of Austin Energy. Funding for the remaining contract term is contingent upon available funding in future budgets. Procurement Language: Austin Financial Services issued an Invitation for Bids solicitation IFB 1100 DPL1008REBID for these services. The solicitation was issued on June 16, 2025, and closed on July 29, 2025. Of the seven offers received, the recommended contractors submitted the lowest responsive offers. A complete solicitation package, including a tabulation of the bids received, is available for viewing on the City’s website. This information can currently be found at https://financeonline.austintexas.gov/afo/account_services/solicitation/solicitation_details.cfm?sid=142555 . MBE/WBE: This solicitation was reviewed for subcontracting opportunities in accordance with City Code Chapter 2-9B (Minority-Owned and Women-Owned Business Enterprise Procurement Program). For the goods and services required for this solicitation, there were no subcontracting opportunities therefore, no subcontracting goals were established. For More Information: Direct questions regarding this Recommendation for Council Action to Austin Financial Services - Central Procurement at FSDCentralProcurementRCAs@austintexas.gov or 512-974-2500. Respondents to the solicitation and their Agents should direct all questions to the Authorized Contact Person identified in the solicitation. Council Committee, Boards and Commission Action: November 10, 2025 - To be reviewed by the Electric Utility Commission. Additional Backup Information: These contracts will provide security fencing and related goods and services on an as-needed basis at Austin Energy substation and other locations. Contractors will supply all necessary labor, materials, and equipment to complete routine installations and maintenance as well as rapid response for urgent repairs resulting from damage, vandalism, or compromised gates. Without these contracts, the safety and security of Austin Energy properties, many of which house critical infrastructure, may be compromised. Tony Parent Enterprises and Woolery Custom Fence Co are current Item 7 providers of these services. Viking Fence Co Ltd and Woolery Custom Fence Co are local businesses. 25-2389 25-2389 Contract Details: Contract Term Initial Term Optional Extension …
25-2388 Posting Language ..Title Authorize a contract for NetApp products and services, including provision, delivery, installation, configuration, maintenance, and training for storage area networks, for Austin Energy with CDW, LLC d/b/a Sirius Computer Solutions, LLC, CDW Government for an initial term of one year with up to three 12-month extension options in an amount not to exceed $2,993,400. Funding: $686,000 is available in the Operating Budget of Austin Energy. Funding for the remaining contract term is contingent upon available funding in future budgets. ..Body Lead Department Austin Financial Services. Client Department(s) Austin Energy. Fiscal Note Funding in the amount of $686,000 is available in the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Operating Budget of Austin Energy. Funding for the remaining contract term is contingent upon available funding in future budgets. Procurement Language: Multiple cooperative purchase programs were reviewed for these services. Austin Energy has determined this contractor best meets the needs of the department to provide these services required for the City. MBE/WBE: This solicitation was reviewed for subcontracting opportunities in accordance with City Code Chapter 2-9B (Minority-Owned and Women-Owned Business Enterprise Procurement Program). For the services required for this solicitation, there were no subcontracting opportunities; therefore, no subcontracting goals were established. For More Information: Direct questions regarding this Recommendation for Council Action to Austin Financial Services - Central Procurement at FSDCentralProcurementRCAs@austintexas.gov or 512-974-2500. Council Committee, Boards and Commission Action: November 10, 2025 - To be reviewed by the Electric Utility Commission. Additional Backup Information: This contract will provide Austin Energy with use of NetApp network storage products and services, including provision, delivery, installation, configuration, maintenance, and training for storage area networks, as well as consolidated maintenance for existing connected storage. The storage area networks replace aging systems and improve the performance of critical components within Austin Energy data centers. This contract will replace an existing contract which expired November 30, 2025. The requested authorization amount was determined using departmental estimates based on historical spend and anticipated future usage. The Texas Department of Information Resources is a cooperative purchasing association recognized under Texas procurement statutes. Cooperative associations, themselves or using a lead government, competitively solicit and award contracts that are eligible for use by other qualified state and local governments. Due to Item 8 their substantial volumes, larger than any one government could achieve independently, cooperative contracts routinely include superior terms, conditions, and pricing. Use of cooperative contracts also results in lower administrative …
Posting Language ..Title Authorize an additional expenditure for the construction contract for the Sixth Street Chilled Water Transmission Line Extension for Austin Energy with Primoris Energy Services Corporation, to increase the amount by $5,648,400 for a revised total contract amount not to exceed $28,242,001. Funding: $28,242,001 is available in the Capital Budget of Austin Energy. 25-2393 ..Body Lead Department Austin Financial Services. Managing Department Austin Energy. Amount and Source of Funding Funding is available in the Capital Budget of Austin Energy. Procurement Language: Additional Authorization. MBE/WBE: This request is for additional expenditure authority only. MBE/WBE goals will be established if a change order is requested. Prior Council Action: November 21, 2024 - Council approved a contract with Primoris Energy Services Corporation for 6th Street Chilled Water Transmission Extension. For More Information: Direct questions regarding this Recommendation for Council Action to the Austin Financial Services - Central Procurement at FSDCentralProcurementRCAs@austintexas.gov or 512-974-2500. Council Committee, Boards and Commission Action: November 10, 2025 - To be reviewed by the Electric Utility Commission. Additional Backup Information: The downtown chilled water system supports 48 buildings, with plans to integrate two new buildings by mid- year 2026. The system stretches over eight miles and cools more than 18 million square feet in downtown Austin. The additional expenditure is needed due to the discovery of building tie backs on 6th street requiring a switch to a larger wooden box tunnel method. The goal of the project is to add 1,727 feet of new chilled water pipes, both supply and return, inside a 72-inch pipe casing. The work will happen in the public right-of-way, from 400 W 6th Street to 101 1/2 E 6th Street. To do this, seven 30’ x 15’ large holes will be installed for the wood box tunneling. Two 24-inch chilled water pipes will be installed, starting east of Congress Avenue and ending at the corner of San Antonio Street and 6th Street. If the 6th Street Chilled Water Transmission Line Extension project doesn’t move forward as planned, it will impact the continuity of chilled water service for downtown customers. An additional 90 days will be added to the original 360-day schedule due to the expanded scope of work. Item 9 This project is located within zip code 78701 (District 9). 25-2393
