Township of Georgian Bluffs and Township of Chatsworth

Biodigester Joint Board Agenda

Friday, November 1 2013, 8:00 AM
1. Call to Order
2. Declaration of Pecuniary Interest and the General Nature Thereof:
3. Minutes of Previous Meeting October 11, 2013
That the Council minutes of October 11, 2013 be adopted as presented.
4. Hearing of Delegations or Deputations
1) None
5. Correspondence
1) Trevor Falk: Presentation to the Chatsworth Council Biodigester Costs and
Fees
2) Veolia September 2013 Wastewater report
6. Reports and Recommendations:
Operations:
1) Action Items Report
2) BR012-2013 100Kw Generator Replacement
3) BR013-2103 Digestate Spreading
4) BR014-2013 Have1.com Proposal for Biodigester Marketing, Promotion and
Education
5) Verbal report re: MegaLab bacteria seeding of digestate to minimize odours
Finance:
1) Waste Water Summary
2) Revenue and Expense reports year-to-date
3) 2014 Preliminary Budget
7. Public Question Period:
8. In Camera Session:

9. Accounts:
Approval of accounts for the period of October 8, 2013 to October 28, 2013.
10. Unfinished Business:
1) FIT application update and other grants
2) Application to OPA for up to $500,000 grant for municipalities using
biodigesters
3) Odour control: Troy will respond to questions from MOE
4) Draft letter to Minister of the Environment
5) Revised work plan and schedule for septage by-law
6) Verbal update on generator and engine rehabilitation, SUMA mixer
11. New Business:
12. Adjournment:

Georgian Bluffs Chatsworth Biodigester Joint Board

Minutes
Friday October 11, 2013, 8:00 AM
Members Present:
Mayor Alan Barfoot, Township of Georgian Bluffs
Mayor Bob Pringle, Township of Chatsworth
Deputy Mayor Dwight Burley, Township of Georgian Bluffs
Deputy Mayor Terry McKay, Township of Chatsworth
Staff Present:
Chief Administrative Officer Murray Hackett, Township of Georgian Bluffs
CAO/Clerk - Will Moore Township of Chatsworth
Director of Operations Peter Paquette, Township of Georgian Bluffs
Treasurer Holly Morrison, Township of Georgian Bluffs
Biodigester Operator Troy Unruh, Township of Georgian Bluffs
Operations Assistant Desire van Dijk
Other
Ross Slaughter, GSS Engineering Consultants Ltd.
1. Call to Order:
Chair Alan Barfoot called the meeting to order at 8:00 a.m.
2. Declaration of Pecuniary Interest and the General Nature Thereof:
None at this time
3. Minutes of Previous Meeting:
Motion Number: BIO 054-2013
Moved by: Member Dwight Burley
Seconded by: Member Bob Pringle
Be it resolved that the Georgian Bluffs Chatsworth Biodigester Joint Board
approves the minutes of the September 24, 2013 meeting as presented.
Carried
4. Hearing of Delegations or Deputations:
None
5. Correspondence
1)

Rolan 2014 Draft Biogas Service Agreement

Correspondence was deferred until staff has had a chance to review the
agreement thoroughly and bring back a report to the Board.
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Georgian Bluffs Chatsworth Biodigester Joint Board Meeting

Minutes
October 11, 2013
2)

Island View Drive & Area Ratepayers Association re: Septic Waste Disposal
By-Law
The letter was deferred until later in the meeting.

6. Reports and Recommendations:

Operations:
1)

Verbal status update of current operation and generator engine and VFD
VFD was replaced and sewage processing has begun again.
Triple M to service the hydrolizer in the next couple of weeks.
Staff was continuing to look for answers regarding failure of the generator.

2)

BR011-2013 SUMA Mixer

The following recommendation was made:
Motion Number: BIO 055-2013
Moved by: Member Bob Pringle
Seconded by: Member Terry McKay
Be it resolved that the Georgian Bluffs Chatsworth Biodigester Joint Board
accepts the quotation from Caldecott Millwright Services for the Biogas cell mixer
maintenance at a cost of $5,680 plus HST, to be funded from the capital budget.
Carried
Finance:

1)

Revenue and expense reports year-to-date

Motion Number: BIO 056-2013
Moved by: Member Terry McKay
Seconded by: Member Bob Pringle
Be it resolved that the Georgian Bluffs Chatsworth Biodigester Joint Board
receives the current revenue and expense financial statements to October 7,
2013.
Carried

2)

Draft 2014 Budget

Treasurer Holly Morrison presented the preliminary draft 2014 budget.
Revenue has been dropped to reflect if the proposed by-law for residential
sewage hauling is not passed.

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Georgian Bluffs Chatsworth Biodigester Joint Board Meeting

Minutes
October 11, 2013
Draft budget included a new capital wish list which was created assuming the
proposed by-law would be in place and the necessary changes that would be
required due to increased flows.
Treasurer Holly Morrison suggested that the Board may wish to consider setting
commercial rates for those businesses which do not have an agreement prior to
2011.
7. Public Question Period:
1)

Calvin Confer
Mr. Confer noted an error in the minutes, showing Ross Slaughter as being
employed by Genivar. Mr. Confer had some observations regarding the draft
budget and would like to see a broader business plan in place rather than a
haphazard one. Further, he would like to see where the revenue is coming
from before moving forward with the FIT application and the by-law. The
business plan submitted by Genivar in 2012 could be reviewed and made
available to the public at the time of the public meeting regarding the by-law.

2)

David Chapman
Is there a Biodigester anywhere in Ontario that is a benchmark of success?
Mr. Chapman suggested it may not be Chatsworth and Georgian Bluffs
responsibility to pioneer environmentally responsible human waste
management.
Mr. Chapman urged the Board to ask, if we are in the business of pioneering
this process and, if not, why are we doing this?
The Board took a 5-minute recess and reconvened at 9:10AM

3)

Edith Galloway as President of the Island View Drive & Area Ratepayers
Association
Are you targeting October 24th for the public meeting?

4)

Trevor Falk
Mr. Falk asked for an update on the letter sent to residents in the area of the
Biodigester regarding possible smells.
Mr. Falk also requested that reports from the MOE on smells are made
available through the Board.

8. In Camera Session:
None.
9. Accounts:
1)

Accounts for approval

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Georgian Bluffs Chatsworth Biodigester Joint Board Meeting

Minutes
October 11, 2013
Motion Number: BIO 057-2013
Moved by: Member Terry McKay
Seconded by: Member Dwight Burley
Be it resolved that the Georgian Bluffs Chatsworth Biodigester Joint Board
approves accounts for payment in the amount of $13,026.94 for the period from
September 18, to October 7, 2013.
Carried
10. Unfinished Business:
1)

Genivar engineering fees 2013

Decision will be made after the requested meeting with Genivar has taken place.

2)

Hourly engineering fees from GSS

Motion Number: BIO 058-2013
Moved by: Member Bob Pringle
Seconded by: Member Dwight Burley
Be it resolved that the Georgian Bluffs Chatsworth Biodigester Joint Board
approves payment of engineering fees to GSS Engineering Consultants Ltd. in
the amount of $4,389.56 to be funded from the operating budget.
Carried

3)

Sunset Strip income statement

Noted and Filed

4)

Letter to MOE regarding technical assistance with the odour issue

Joint Board directed letter to be sent.

5)

Draft letter to Minister of the Environment

Joint Board asked that a timeframe and date for a meeting be added to the letter
and sent by registered mail. The letter should be carbon-copied to the local
MPP. Letterhead with logos will be sent to Ross Slaughter.

6)

Cost analysis for the Township of Chatsworth

Noted and Filed

7)

Revised work plan and schedule for septage by-law

Township of Chatsworth is holding an information meeting on October 23 rd

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Minutes
October 11, 2013
In field, water quality and quantity sampling and testing of dewatering of septage
is on hold until an engineering firm has been acquired through RFP and the
Biodigester is up and running.
11. New Business:
1)

Application for FIT to OPA Nov 1

Timeline for application is November 4 to December 20, 2013
Generally, the cost to apply has been $3,000-$4,000. Joint Board directs Ross
Slaughter to prepare the application for submission. A formal motion will be
prepared for the next meeting. It was noted that we do not currently have 3phase power available, however a FIT application is being made for a solarpower project nearby which will require 3-phase power and, if approved, may
allow for access at the Biodigester.

2)

Application to OPA for up to $500,000 grant for municipalities using

biodigesters
November 12, 2013 is the deadline for application.

3)

OMAFRA odour assignment number

Odour assignment number for Georgian Bluffs is OA11-1006.

4)

Digestate quality
This information will be added to the letter being sent Rick Chappell at the local
Ministry of the Environment.

12. Future Meeting Date:

Friday, November 1, 2013 at 8:00AM.
13. Adjournment:
The Biodigester Joint Board meeting adjourned at 10:25AM on a motion moved
by Member Bob Pringle and seconded by Member Dwight Burley.

Mayor Alan Barfoot

Desire van Dijk,

Recording Secretary
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Township of Georgian Bluffs Monthly Report September 2013

1.0 Introduction
The following report summarizes operational data, maintenance activities and compliance issue
identified during the month of September, 2013. This report includes all information required under
Appendix H of the Georgian Bluffs Services Agreement.
2.0 Wastewater System Derby Lagoons
2.1 Influent Flows
The influent flows are determined through records provided by the Septic hauler and are tabulated
as follows; for the month of September, the total influent flow was 696.78m3, with an average daily
flow of 23.23m3 or approximately 40.39% of the rated capacity based on the monthly average.
2.2 Treated Flows
The irrigated flows for the month of September were 0.00m3 based on data collected on 31 July,
2013 (193,474m3) and compared to data collected on 30 September, 2013 (193,474m3). The total
effluent volume pumped year-to-date is 9,477m3.
2.3 Required Analysis as per Amended Certificate of Approval #4027-84PQMX
Adjacent Monitoring Wells/Ponds
Date

9/5/13
9/5/13
9/5/13
9/5/13
9/5/13
9/5/13
9/5/13
9/5/13
9/5/13
9/5/13
9/5/13
9/5/13
9/5/13
9/5/13
9/5/13
9/5/13
9/5/13
9/5/13
Notes:

Location

TW-1
TW-1A
TW-2
TW-2A
TW-3
TW-3A
TW-4
TW-4A
TW-5
TW-6
TW-6A
TW-7
TW-7A
TW-8
TW-9
SW-1
SW-2
SW-3

Conductivity
(uS/cm)

Chlorides
(mg/L)

Nitrate
(mg/L)

985
722
1090
861
619
615
932
1050
489
748
765
810
641
808
571
1380
923
796

100
65
170
120
39
46
130
170
2.9
64
74
78
55
91
25
200
93
85

0.66
0.10
<0.06
1.21
<0.06
<0.06
<0.06
<0.06
1.38
0.89
0.86
<0.06
2.04
0.60
<0.06
<0.06
<0.06
<0.06

Nitrites were non detectable, F Frozen, TW Test Well, SW Surface Water Pond

pH

Total
Phosphorus
(mg/L)

Total
Ammonia
(mg/L)

Unionized
Ammonia
(mg/L)

7.68
7.74
8.10

0.114
0.349
0.03

0.1
0.2
0.2

<0.005
<0.005
0.014

Township of Georgian Bluffs Monthly Report September 2013

Effluent Sampling
Date
9/5/13
9/5/13
9/5/13

Location
Facultative Lagoon
Facultative Lagoon

CBOD (mg/L)

TSS (mg/L)

22

7
17
Facultative Lagoon
6
16
Monthly Average
7.00
18.33
Notes: CBOD is the biochemical oxygen demand and TSS is total suspended solids. The monthly average limits are
as follows; for CBOD the limit is 30 mg/L and for TSS the limit is 40 mg/L.

2.4 Repairs and Maintenance Details

A rebuild of the effluent spray pump was completed consisting of the replacement of the following
parts; check valve, butterfly valve, various fittings, piping, and flanges. There was a temporary
repair on the suction line from the lagoon to the building. It is recommended that this line be
replaced in 2014.
2.5 Regulatory Issues
The Annual Derby Lagoons Inspection was scheduled for Tuesday, 5 June, 2012 with Ministry of
the Environment officer, Rhonda Shannon. The final report has not been received by Veolia Water
Canada.
2.6 Consumer Complaints/Inquiry and Actions Completed
Various odour complaints have been received throughout the month of September by the
Township and Ministry of the Environment. The odour complainants to date are at the following
addresses;
137235 Concession 7 Road
062223 Sideroad 3
177152 Concession 5 Road
Odour monitoring has been conducted by various persons and various times to troubleshoot these
odour complaints. All necessary documentation is being collected to ensure that all complaints /
monitoring is being addressed in a timely manner to rectify this issue as soon as possible.

Township of Georgian Bluffs Monthly Report September 2013

2.7 Bio-Digester Operations Tank Levels
Hydrolyzer
Date
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
NOTE:

Liquid
Level
(m3)
1.02
1.00
0.81
0.55
1.31
0.94
1.17
0.87
1.56
1.43
1.23
1.03
1.61
1.70
1.16
1.37
1.71
1.68
1.51
1.24
1.33
1.17
1.20
1.10
1.10
1.03
1.03
1.61
1.51
1.50

Stored
Waste
Volume
(m3)
36.75
36.03
29.19
19.82
47.20
33.87
42.16
31.35
56.21
51.53
44.32
37.11
58.01
61.25
41.80
49.36
61.61
60.53
54.41
44.68
47.92
42.16
43.24
39.64
39.64
37.11
37.11
58.01
54.41
54.05

FOG
Available
Waste
Volume
(m3)
63.25
63.97
70.81
80.18
52.80
66.13
57.84
68.65
43.79
48.47
55.68
62.89
41.99
38.75
58.20
50.64
38.39
39.47
45.59
55.32
52.08
57.84
56.76
60.36
60.36
62.89
62.89
41.99
45.59
45.95

Hydrolyzer maximum volume 100m3

Liquid
Level
(m3)
0.630
1.779
0.541
0.785
2.469
1.706
0.774
0.769
0.772
2.005
1.954
0.668
0.674
0.567
0.583
0.592
0.552
0.592
0.579
1.704
0.584
0.586
0.572
0.589
0.572
0.576
0.579
0.579
0.249
0.587

Stored
Waste
Volume
(m3)
11.62
32.82
9.98
14.48
45.55
31.48
14.28
14.19
14.24
36.99
36.05
12.32
12.44
10.46
10.76
10.92
10.18
10.92
10.68
31.44
10.77
10.81
10.55
10.87
10.55
10.23
10.68
10.68
4.59
10.83

FOG maximum volume 50m3

Digester
Available
Waste
Volume
(m3)
38.38
17.18
40.02
35.52
4.45
18.52
35.72
35.81
35.76
13.01
13.95
37.68
37.56
39.54
39.24
39.08
39.82
39.08
39.32
18.56
39.23
39.19
39.45
39.13
39.15
39.37
39.32
39.32
45.41
39.17

Liquid
Level
(cm)
46
20
19
20
19
20
20
20
20
20
20
19
57
20
20
20
20
20
20
20
20
20
19
19
20
20
20
19
19
20

Digestate Storage
Liquid
Level
(Small)
(m)
3.62
3.70
3.72
3.77
3.81
3.88
3.93
4.03
4.09
4.09
4.09
4.13
4.14
4.29
4.34
4.34
4.34
4.35
4.35
4.41
4.45
4.47
4.48
4.56
4.56
3.46
3.46
3.45
3.45
3.47

Liquid
Level
(Large)
(m)
2.39
2.39
2.39
2.39
2.39
2.39
2.39
2.42
2.42
2.42
2.42
2.42
2.42
2.42
2.42
2.42
2.42
2.42
2.42
2.42
2.42
2.42
2.42
2.42
2.42
2.53
2.53
2.53
2.53
2.53

Digestate Storage maximum volume 785m3

Township of Georgian Bluffs Monthly Report September 2013

2.8 Bio-Digester Operations Power Production and Generator Status
Date

Time

Operator(s)

Generator
Status

Intellimonitor
(Kw)

Produced
Kw

Active
Power

Generator
Hours

Run
Hours

1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
Total

1322
1342
0531
0602
0557
0549
1012
1147
1520
1445
0742
0854
1154
1520
1350
0615
0643
0457
0900
0555
1456
1002
0532
0551
0536
0556
0615
1213
1055
0557

TU
TU
TU
TU
TU
TU
TU
TU
TU
TU
TU
TU
TU
TU
TU
TU
TU
TU
TU
TU
TU
TU
TU
TU
TU
TU
TU
TU
TU
TU

OFF
OFF
OFF
OFF
OFF
OFF
OFF
OFF
OFF
OFF
OFF
OFF
OFF
OFF
OFF
OFF
OFF
OFF
OFF
OFF
OFF
OFF
OFF
OFF
OFF
OFF
OFF
OFF
OFF
OFF

1234440
1234861
1235294
1235940
1236621
1237349
1237344
1237344

421
433
646
681
723
550
0

51
0
0
83
0
0
0
0

19910
19916
19922
19931
19940
19952
19960
19960

6
6
9
9
12
8
0

3454
NOTE:

TU Troy Unruh

KD Krystal Douglas

2.9 Bio-Digester Operational Recommendations

No operational recommendations for September, 2013.

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GEORGIAN BLUFFS & CHATSWORTH

DATE:
November 1, 2013
REPORT TO: Bio Digester Joint Board
FROM:
Desire van Dijk, Operations Assistant
SUBJECT:
Action Items
Date

Project

Details

Action by

Aug.1/12

CH4 Alarm

Obtain quotes to replace CH4 Alarms

TU

Oct
19/12
Nov
23/12
Nov
23/12

P&H

Sampling was done. Troy to follow up with Don

Marshall

TU

Hydro One
request
Sunset Strip
Sewage

HM

Feb
14/13

Meet with
Sunset Strip
Hauler
RFP for
digestate
Odour
Control
MOE Annual
Inspection
Report
Processing of
source
separating
organics

Hydro One has requested payment of Assessment

($11,678.55) for a proposal for Phase III power.
Maximum allowable agreements to be
reviewed and specified if they are being
charged by tonne or m3
Peter to review with Holly

Feb
14/13
Feb
14/13
Feb
14/13
Mar
15/13

Tank has been emptied

Peter to provide verbal report re MegaLab
Bacteria Seeding of digestate to minimize odours
Report from MOE for Derby Lagoons inspection
expected from MOE awaiting response
Grinding & making a slurry of source separating organics
from the Municipality of Meaford. Equipment from Landia
Inc. for a 2.5m3 container that accepts waste and grinds it,
ready for pasteurizing: estimated cost = $33,000.0047,000.00
Revenue: 500m3 X $45 tipping fee =$22,500/year

May 3/13

Potential
product

May 3/13

By-Law

Requires capital to be able to chew up bones,

separate plastics. Requires pasteurization.
Golden Ontario Products potential material
supply being tested for suitability. Quantity would
be 500m3 twice a year.
No further contact has been received
Possible start date for by-law

Oct/13

Potential
apple waste

Sample to be obtained from Miller and sent for

testing

Open

PP & HM

Complete
PP
Open

TU

TU

MH
TU

TOWNSHIP OF GEORGIAN BLUFFS

Date:
Report To:
From:
Subject:

October 27, 2013

Georgian Bluffs-Chatsworth Biodigester Joint Board
Troy Unruh, Operator
BR012-2013 100 Kw Generator Replacement

Strategic Plan:
3.1

Water & Waste Water System

Operate water and waste water systems to maintain a high standard of public health and
safety, protect the environment and ensure long term financial sustainability.
3.2 Solid Waste Management
Manage solid waste to protect public health and minimize environmental impact through
waste reduction, diversion, recycling and re-use.

Background:
On July 7 2013, staff noticed a sparks coming from the flywheel near the end of the
generator. Rolan Mechanical was requested to attend to determine what the problem
was. The flex plate and bearing were checked. There was no obvious sign of problems
or wear on the stator. Sparks were unexplained. July 13 2013, did compression test on
engine and serviced engine upon start up. Regulator failed and a temporary one was
put in place. July 19, noticed noise, July 20 shut the generator down. July 23, the
generator bearing was replaced. August 10 2013, could hear the generator bearing
again. August 14, the circuit board and the bearing were replaced. September 4, could
hear bearing again, September 7 2013, the generator was shut down, the generator was
removed and, upon inspection, it was found that the aluminum on the rotor had melted
and the generator was beyond repair.
Roland was asked to evaluate the damaged generator and determine why it had failed at
20,000 hours instead of the expected 40,000 hrs. Staff determined the generator was
beyond the manufactures one year warranty period and no compensation was available.
The report prepared by Rolan details several contributing factors that may have
shortened the lifespan of the generator. See the attached report from Roland
summarizing these factors. Staff proceeded to investigate alternative generators from
several suppliers. It was hoped that by selecting a larger capacity generator it would be
less susceptible to the stresses detailed in the reports. Also it would provide a generator
that could perform well beyond its expected life span.
Staff contacted:
- Stamford in Hamilton they quoted on a UCI274H1 with PMG, which is 2 sizes larger.
-Sommers Electrical also recommended going with the same size unit with PMG.
-Rolan also suggested up-sizing the generator. After looking into the PMG, it was not
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worth the extra cost with the safety settings we already have.
By selecting a larger generator, concerns with capacity on Hydro ones network were
brought up. ANF solutions recommended we contact Hydro One for approval of the
larger capacity Generator. The recommended generator would be able to handle larger
fault currents, which in turn could cause damage to utilities. Hydro one was contacted.
They said the new, larger capacity generator would be acceptable and safe to connect to
the grid. The Township was asked to supply an updated single line drawing to Hydro
One for approval. Martin Machinery suggested the Township try to reduce the ambient
temperature inside the building housing the generator. Also, when Martin Machinery
sized our current generator, they sized it 2 sizes bigger at the current power factor rating.
Trademark Mechanical was contacted and asked to provide an independent evaluation
of the generator and the cause for the failure. This report has been attached for your
reference.
It is expected, based on the recommendations from three different mechanical and
electrical specialists, the larger generator will run cooler, under less stress and provide
the same or better electrical output, ultimately extending the life of the generator.

Financial Considerations:
Three quotes were received:
Sommers - $9896.75 plus installation
Rolan - $6959.00 plus installation
Stamford - $8466.69 plus installation

Recommendation:
Be it resolved that the Georgian Bluffs Chatsworth Joint Biodigester Board receive the
report prepared by Biodigester Operator, Troy Unruh and further recommends staff
purchase the new generator (Serial # UCI274H1) from Roland Mechanical at the quoted
price of $6959.00 plus the cost of installation. Further, that staff investigate options to
reduce the ambient temperature around the generator and report back with solutions and
cost implications.
Prepared and submitted by,

Supported by

Troy Unruh
Biodigester Operator

Peter Paquette
Director of Operations

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Cause of Failure and Recommended Repair Report

100Kw Biogas genset
Make: MMG 100
Generator Model: Stamford UCI274F1 (Frame/Core)
Install date: 2010
Commission date: 2011
Failure date: Aug.5 2013 (First sign of failure) Out of service on Sept.7 2013
Hrs: 19,960
Notes:
Symptoms;
The unit was emitting an occasional spark from the fan of generator, and the bearing was failing
prematurely, as well as the AVR (voltage regulator) failed .
Observances;
Upon disassembly the rotor was found to be defective, as a number of the aluminum bars were
melted back into the laminations.
Diagnosis;
The melted bars are intended to equalize or further dampen any imbalances in the power
system, which means any phase to phase voltage imbalances, but more specifically current
imbalances.
Overheating of these bars is the primary cause of failure, but the cause of overheating is
complex, and all of the following could contribute; higher than 40C ambient air, clogged air inlet
screens, excessive build-up of dust on the rotor, unbalanced grid current, poor power factor
(over or under sensitive control), dirty power and/or fluctuating voltages, engine misfiring for
long durations.
In communicating with other experts, there seems to be a consensus that operating a
generator on single phase as well as grid-tying it, are 2 factors in causing premature
overheating if operating at close to 100% load.

Conclusion;
While this generator operated for 20000+Hrs, we still consider this to be somewhat of a
premature failure, as we would expect to see 40-50000Hrs, so we need to look at what may
have been some of the most likely contributors to this failure.
The generator is rated at 100Kw at 105C temp rise @ .8PF (Power Factor) which means it was
operating at 100% of its rating during 100% power export, so with the fact that this unit is
running on a soft feeder (far from HV distribution) there is a high likely-hood of harmonic
distortion on the line, or in general dirty power, along with the fact that it is single phase and
operating in the reserve range at times, and operating in a high ambient temp enclosure,
especially when the boiler is operating at the same time.
Suggested remedy;
1) Replace generator with an 115Kw oversize model to allow 100% export and still staying in
the <90% of the generator capacity.
2) Install a fan forced air duct, to allow outside filtered air to be directed into the air intake of
the generator.( as an option, install a temperature monitoring device on the inside of the
generator to provide an alarm indicator if the temperature exceeds a set point)
3) Conduct a power quality test on the utility to determine the condition of the utility power,
and possibly add PF capacitors if required.

From:
To:
Subject:
Date:

Desire van Dijk

Desire van Dijk
FW: Generator Failure
Monday, October 28, 2013 2:30:37 PM

From: Tom May <tmay@trade-markind.com>

Date: October 22, 2013 at 15:06:45 EDT
To: "biodigester@georgianbluffs.on.ca" <biodigester@georgianbluffs.on.ca>
Cc: Terry Moore <tmoore@trade-markind.com>, Joel Merswolke
<jmerswolke@tm3inc.com>
Subject: Generator Failure
Troy

Here is the reply from our Engineering group

The primary issue was high current through the damper cage bars and end rings.
Subsequently some bars opened at the connection to the end ring; then the bars
essentially grounded to the core and current passed between bars via the core iron,
causing iron heating as well as bar heating. A single phase machine has a pulsating
field that induces more current in a damper winding than would occur with a three
phase winding. Based on the feedback from Stamford to the customer, there is a
possibility that the cage winding in this generator is not large enough for the 100kw
single phase rating; and that may be the fundamental reason that the generator
needs to be replaced with a larger power rating. In fairness to Stamford, if the load
was in fact at 0.8 PF, the generator would be producing 125 kva at 100kw load, and
the current would be 25% above rated. That would result in increased current in
the rotor cage and could have contributed to the failure.

I hope that helps. If you have any further questions, let me know .

Thank you

Tom May |Motor Shop Manager

Tel: 519-570-1511Fax: 519-578-4393
Cell: 519-501-2970Direct: 519-568-4059
tmay@trade-markind.com

trade-markind.com | USA: trade-markllc.com

Were on Call 24/7
CAN:

October 9, 2013
Georgian Bluffs bio-digester Generator replacement
Springmount, Ontario
Att: Troy Unruh Biodigester@georgianbluffs.on.ca
226.668.3239

Troy, to supply only, a new Stamford Newage (identical to the

existing unit, UCI274F, 06 winding, 1 ph): $8166.65
As the existing unit has been damaged in use, seemingly by
issues with improper syncing to the utility, we highly recommend
replacing the generator with an oversized unit and adding on a
PMG excitation system. The proposed generator would have a
capacity of 156KW @ 125 degree rise: $9896.75
Notes:
-FOB Tavistock
-To assist with the installation on site, will be on a time and
material basis, if requested
-Lead time 1-2 weeks, upon receipt of order
-HST is extra
-The proposed replacement is 6 longer, but will have the same
foot print for mounting
-Please forward a PO to proceed

Thank you for the opportunity to quote your needs

Patrick Sommers

From:
To:
Subject:
Date:
Attachments:

Desire van Dijk

Desire van Dijk
FW: Gen
Monday, October 28, 2013 2:38:08 PM
UCI274H-311-1P-TD-EN_Rev_A.pdf
ATT00133.htm
TD_SER3-341.GB_09.02_01.pdf
ATT00136.htm
33-2001.dwg
ATT00139.htm
33-2001.pdf
ATT00142.htm

From: tony.scenna@cummins.com
To: Georgian Bluffs Biodigester <biodigester@georgianbluffs.on.ca>
Subject: Re: Gen
Troy as per our phone conversation I suggest you use a UCI274H1L c/w PMG and
MX341.
UCI274H = $7,912.80
Freight = $553.89
Delivery 7 days.
All in CND funds
Regards Tony
Antonio Scenna
North East USA and Canadian Sales Manager
Cummins Generator Technologies Ltd.
2275 Lake Shore Blvd West, Suite 522
Toronto Ontario Canada
M8V 3Y3
Phone: 416-259-3741
Toll Free: 1-800-565-0045
Fax: 416-259-7167
Toll Free: 1-877-211-7289
cumminsgeneratortechnologies.com
Cummins Generator Technologies: There for youTM
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and confidential use of the intended recipient(s). If you are not an intended recipient,
please do not read, distribute or take action in reliance upon this message. If you have
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delete this message and its attachments from your computer system.

From: Georgian Bluffs Biodigester <biodigester@georgianbluffs.on.ca>

To: "tony.scenna@cummins.com" <tony.scenna@cummins.com>
Date: 10/08/2013 03:39 PM
Subject: Gen

ROLAN INC.

Quote

95 South Field Drive

Elmira ON N3B 2Z2
Phone: (519) 669-1842 Ext.
sales@rolaninc.ca

DATE October 10, 2013

NUMBER

Fax: (519) 669-2031

Q000002436

CUSTOMER NO.
GEORGIANBLUFFS

BILL TO:

SHIP TO:

Township of Georgian Bluffs

177964 Grey Rd 18
RR#3
Owen Sound ON N4K 5N5

GB/Chatsworth Biodigestor
177964 Grey Road 18, RR#3
Owen Sound ON N4K 5N5

(519) 376-2729 Ext.

(519) 376-2729 Ext.

P.O. NUMBER

SALESPERSON

QUOTE DATE

Generator Rplcmnt

REQ. DATE

ORDER NUMBER

24-Jul-13

Q000002436

F.O.B.

SHIP VIA

TERMS

Elmira

Rolan truck

2%10 days NET30

PART NUMBER
DESCRIPTION

UOM

QUANTITY

UNIT

EXTENDED

REQ.

PRICE

PRICE

Existing Generator Replacement

NS
Stamford Generator Replacement c/w AS440 Regulator

EA

5,950.00000

5,950.00

EA

-1

200.00000

-200.00

Delivery and installation included if Rolan gets 20,000 Hr. Rebuild job
Otherwise subject to shipping and handling fees dependant on delivery location
CORE REFUND
Core Credit
Core credit would be for generator only, regulator ($385 New Value) would remain
the property of Georgian Bluffs
Upgraded Generator Replacement
Z720-UCI274H-WDG006
Generator

EA

6,959.00000

UCI274F
UCI274F Generator w/PMG

EA

6,250.00000

May not use AS440 Regulator with PMG

Business Number 86526 0525RT

NET AMOUNT

5,750.00

FREIGHT
HST

747.50

TOTAL DUE

$6,497.50

TOWNSHIP OF GEORGIAN BLUFFS

Date:
Report To:
From:
Subject:

October 22, 2013

GB Chatsworth Biodigester Board
Troy Unruh, Operator
BR013-2013 Digestate Spreading (Biodigester)

Strategic Plan:
3.1

Water & Waste Water System

Operate water and waste water systems to maintain a high standard of public health and
safety, protect the environment and ensure long term financial sustainability.
3.2 Solid Waste Management
Manage solid waste to protect public health and minimize environmental impact through
waste reduction, diversion, recycling and re-use.

Background:
At the September meeting of the Joint Biodigester Board, it was directed that a report
summarizing the Fall spreading of the digestate be provided to the board for their
information.

Summary:
Saugeen AGRI was contracted to truck and spread digestate from the Biodigester for the
Fall round of spreading. An estimated total of 2,866m3 was spread over 2 weeks.
Spreading was halted due to saturated field conditions.
There is currently 1,147m3 in the large tank and 266m3 left in the small tank. There is
currently 4,981m3 of reserve capacity between the two tanks, which is expected to
provide enough storage for the coming winter.

Comments:
Provided for information to the Joint Board as directed at the September meeting.

Financial Considerations:
None

Recommendation:
Be it resolved that the Georgian Bluffs Chatsworth Joint Biodigester Board receives the
report prepared by the Biodigester operator, Troy Unruh and supported by Peter
Paquette, Director of Operations for information to committee.
Prepared and submitted by

Supported by

Troy Unruh
Operator

Peter Paquette
Director of Operations

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TOWNSHIP OF GEORGIAN BLUFFS

Date:
Report To:
From:
Subject:

October 29, 2013

Georgian Bluffs Chatsworth Biodigester Joint Board
Desire van Dijk, Administrative Assistant
BR014-2013 Have1.com Proposal for Biodigester
Marketing, Promotion and Education

Strategic Plan:
2.1

Water and Waste Water Systems

Operate water and waste water systems to maintain a high standard of public health and
safety, protect the environment and ensure long term financial sustainability.

Summary:
In an attempt to raise the awareness of the benefits of the Biodigester and provide the
public with more information on the operation of the facility, staff has investigated the
cost to construct an educational website and future print media material such as signage,
flyers, and brochures.

Comments:
Staff met with Have1.com to discuss potential options, focusing on the development of a
website. The proposed website content would be easily transferrable to other print
materials to facilitate cost savings. Headings would include pages such as Home,
About, Benefits, News & Events, Photo Gallery, Resources, Contact. Also, the website
content management system would be the same as what the Township of Georgian
Bluffs is currently using. The project is estimated to be completed in one months time,
depending on timelines for content approvals, meeting schedules etc.

Financial Considerations:
Financial costs were broken down into two stages:
1. Research and Content development for 15-20 Hours at $70/hour = $1050-$1400
2. Website design, formatting and installation = $1419
Costs for print materials to be determined at a future time.

Recommendation:
Be it resolved that the Georgian Bluffs Chatsworth Biodigester Joint Board receives
report BR014-2013 from the Operations Assistant regarding the marketing, promotion
and education proposal for the Biodigester and authorizes staff to engage Have1.com to
1) research and prepare content for a website at a cost of $1,400 and, 2) to design,
format and install the website at a cost of $1419. The total cost of the project to be an
upset limit of $2819 plus tax, to be funded from the 2013 joint biodigester operating
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Proposal.docx

budget.

Submitted by:

Desire van Dijk

Operations Assistant

Supported by:
Peter Paquette, Director of Operations

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Proposal.docx

INTRODUCTION
Why choose HAVE1.COM? We strive to provide # 1 results for all of your companys marketing
requirements - now you only need to HAVE ONE COMpany for all your design, printing, trade show
displays, signs, promotional products and web site needs your complete one-stop source.
At HAVE1.COM we oer many years of experience in the design, printing, signs and internet development elds. HAVE1.COM is dedicated to providing our clients with the most reliable of high
quality service and convenience all at aordable rates. We work with each client on an individual
basis, designing an end-product based on their needs and expectations. Developing lasting business relationships is what we strive for by giving all of our clients special attention and making their
needs a top priority.
HAVE1.COM is a local company that employes local sta and we also operate a successful business
located right here (in the City of Owen Sound). We are quick to respond to any technical issues as
we wouldnt need to commute from outside of the area. We currently have 9 sta and started the
business in 1998.

BIO-DIGESTER MARKETING
After our meeting on Monday we had our own meeting with my key sta in regards to Graphic
Design and Web Site Development. We looked over the information that was discussed and also
researched some samples in-use by other communities throughout North America. We found
some great examples of content that is currently being used and may be used as a starting point
for us to present as an initial draft and owchart for the web site.
As part of this marketing project we would meet with the key sta involved with the Bio-Digester
and come up with the appropriate content to be used on the web site and future marketing
material such as billboards, yers, brochures and educational programs.
The content would include diagrams, photos, text, research web links, etc. Also a proposal of
three dierent brand identities will be presented with one of the choices to be used as the main
marketing brand for the Bio-Digester (with the help of Township sta and the publics input).
STAGE 1 - Research & Content
For the initial research and content gathering stage we estimate a 15 - 20 hour time allowance.
Once this stage is completed we will then have items ready to be presented in form of diagrams
and content for the web site all in rough formats to make sure all the important points are
covered before we proceed to the nal stage of creating the diagrams and editing the content
making it ready for the nal web site stage.
All information once approved from sta at Georgian Blus & Chatsworth, that was compiled in
this stage, will now be used to create the web site.
Stage 1 Pricing = 15 - 20 hours at our hourly rate of $70 = $1050 - $1400

BIO-DIGESTER MARKETING
STAGE 2 - Web Site Development
Web site costs involve setting up a template design for the overall look and navigation of the
new site - we estimate a 6 - 8 page web site will be a good starting point with the following
headings: Home, About, Benets, News & Events, Photo Gallery, Resources, Contact. The site will
use the same content management system as the Townships sites is using (Drupal) which will
allow Township sta to make content updates.
Initial web site installation = $299
Web site design (template & navigation) = $560
Content formatting for this site = $560
Total = $1419
If this site will have its own domain name (making it easier to use on yers & signage) the extra
domain and hosting costs for one year = $214.40
We recommend having the web site on its own domain name - that way it would be easier to
link to from both Township web sites and also have the sites address displayed on all future
marketing material and signage.

BIO-DIGESTER MARKETING
Future Information
During our meeting you discussed the need for future needs such as signage, billboards, yers,
brochures and educational programs. With all the information that is created in the rst step we
will make sure that this will easily be transferred over to the printing of the yers and signs
without having to redraw the diagrams and recreate the content.
We pride ourselves as being a one-stop shop and have all the equipment and capabilities to
bring these future plans to fruition.

We look forward to working with the Township of Georgian Blus and Chatsworth on this
marketing project which will help educate people on how the Bio-Digester works and the
benets of this program.

Project completion is estimated to take 1 month (depending on content approvals,

client meeting schedules etc.).
All pricing listed in this proposal doesnt include HST. Tax will be extra.

If you have any questions or require additional information please contact us at any time.

TOWNSHIP OF GEORGIAN BLUFFS - CHATSWORTH

2013 WASTE WATER SUMMARY
Volume Summary
Monthly Total
SEWAGE CUSTOMER

Jan

ADDITIONAL RESIDENTIAL
BEER STORE
DULUX PAINTS
DEALS PLAZA
FOX CHRYSLER DODGE JEEP
FOODLAND
GALAXY CENTRE
HAL WRIGHT CHEV-OLDS
JIM GARDHOUSE CHRYSLER
MCDONALDS RESTAURANT
OWEN SOUND HONDA
OWEN SOUND QUIK LUBE
OWEN SOUND SUBARU
OWEN SOUND VOLKSWAGEN
PENINSULA FORD-LINCOLN
STAPLES BUSINESS DEPOT
SHAN HU / OWEN SOUND BBQ
THOMBOYS
TIM HORTON DONUTS
TOTALS

Feb

8,405
2,705

2,600
1,296

9,702

23,687
4,000

29,399
2,401

2,092
20,964
4,500

18,672
3,377

6,520
3,616

6,865
3,400

26,133

35,232
2,000
2,213
3,000
2,000
6,000
8,759
5,850
3,013
22,602
136,501

29,422

2,000
2,000
6,000
5,571
10,328
1,899
22,732
137,509

BIO-DIGESTER CUSTOMER
CHAPMAN'S
MILLER WASTE (TONNE)
NORTH AMERICAN WASTE
TERRACEDENT (TONNE)
WEST GREY (M3)
GREASE RELEASE (M3)

Mar

Oct

25,806
3,525

6,800
3,400
47,477

3,153

42,020
2,000
1,663

2,000
6,000
10,000
5,705
4,881
30,122
175,403

2,000
5,000
9,711
7,028
5,811
17,494
128,600

2,000
6,000
10,475
3,496
4,561
31,418
176,295

2,000
6,000
8,000
6,488
4,068
33,352
150,912

6,800
3,400
2,000
36,994
2,000
2,000
3,000
2,000
10,500
12,809
7,093
2,000
30,377
153,273

111
210
44

147
60
35

Sept

27,800
4,500

37,597
3,623
36,469
2,000
1,873

2,000

Aug

22,984
6,020

3,050
2,586
2,000
5,000
9,647
6,960
2,087
26,028
134,303

2,784
1,400
25,437
5,512

Jul

1,745
1,663
34,690
5,233

26,121
5,563
9,861
21,212
3,567
2,500
33,837
2,000
2,985
3,000
2,000
6,000
10,084
6,456
2,426
27,258
166,870

121
105

May

2,000

161
120
-

Apr

(Gal)
Jun

24,587
3,271
10,739
3,400
2,000
32,406

3
140

77
-

27

Nov

2013 Total
Year to Date
(Gal)

Dec

20,707
14,530
5,155
235,669
41,000
9,861
141,011
31,308
6,500
319,990
10,000
21,260
11,586
18,000
56,500
85,056
59,404
30,746
241,383
1,359,666

2,000

2,323

158

82

43

11

12

2012 Final
(Gal)
81,860
20,435
7,650
292,808
40,639
15300
151,011
40,589
5,000
360,365
8,500
26,863
10,500
25,500
38,833
87,271
148,698
26,577
308,700

13
1,041
495

255,214
7,590
3,300
314,436
69,823

2,347,462

Disposal Revenue Summary

Jan
Sewage Revenue
Bio-Digestor Revenue
Disposal Revenue Total

$
$
$

6,868
5,353
12,221

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

$
5,991
$
4,554
$ 10,545

$ 6,772
$ 4,667
$ 11,439

$ 7,883
$ 8,118
$ 16,001

$ 6,516
$ 2,908
$ 9,424

$ 5,040
$ 1,466
$ 6,506

$ 6,588
$ 2,774
$ 9,363

Aug
$
$
$

5,593
1,544
7,137

Sept
$ 5,766
$
654
$ 6,420

Oct

Nov

Dec

Year to Date
$
57,018
$
32,038
$
89,056

Year End
(Projected)

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Max Allow
(Gal)

Exceedance
(Gal)

24,000
20,000
363,000
47,000
21,000
780,000
41,000
50,000
456,000
50,000
24,000
27,500
12,000
60,000
118,000
360,000
24,000
444,000

6,000
6,746
-

2,921,500

2013.09.03 8.0 9759

GB/CHATSWORTH BIODIGESTOR

10/28/2013

2:42PM

General Ledger
Annual Department Budget Report - Revenue and Expense
Fiscal Year Ending: DEC 31,2013 To Period 10
Account

Description

Fund: 04

Prv Budget

Prv Actual

YTD Actual

Total Budget

0.00
0.00
500.00
0.00
1,500.00
0.00

192.73
31.24
489.31
0.00
0.00
1,577.47

90.15
16.93
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00

0.00
0.00
500.00
1,500.00
1,500.00
1,500.00

2,000.00

2,290.75

107.08

5,000.00

10,000.00
2,500.00
0.00
500.00
25,000.00
15,000.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
180,000.00
3,000.00
15,500.00
55,000.00
0.00
0.00
10,000.00
5,000.00
500.00
2,000.00
2,000.00
150,000.00
3,000.00
3,000.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00

12,396.33
2,226.35
0.00
236.50
26,776.85
16,785.40
528.35
0.00
0.00
205,687.76
2,393.36
15,510.96
47,466.69
3,500.00
40,518.34
13,709.76
12,387.30
500.00
95,803.45
5,806.90
0.00
0.00
0.00
38,830.18
100,635.21
1,064.73
0.00

5,789.04
1,135.63
0.00
199.44
19,427.25
2,460.71
75.82
6,500.00
35,084.40
107,569.19
1,431.81
15,955.92
8,028.12
8,100.00
16,968.56
1,480.80
24,072.44
(500.00)
183.50
8,026.98
32,472.53
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00

13,000.00
3,500.00
0.00
500.00
28,000.00
17,000.00
500.00
0.00
50,000.00
150,000.00
5,000.00
16,500.00
5,000.00
25,000.00
30,000.00
8,000.00
54,000.00
500.00
18,000.00
6,000.00
10,000.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
45,000.00
120,000.00
5,000.00

482,000.00

642,764.42

294,462.14

610,500.00

(70,000.00)
(50,000.00)
(60,000.00)
(5,000.00)
0.00
(500.00)
0.00
(75,000.00)
(75,000.00)
(75,000.00)
(75,000.00)

(59,810.40)
(60,987.71)
(81,784.80)
(9,468.95)
0.00
(630.22)
0.00
(121,420.75)
(121,420.74)
(10,569.91)
(10,569.91)

(32,100.76)
(50,652.81)
(60,905.65)
(6,365.35)
0.00
(558.15)
(90.40)
(50,000.00)
(50,000.00)
0.00
0.00

(70,000.00)
(60,000.00)
(90,000.00)
(95,000.00)
0.00
(500.00)
0.00
(60,000.00)
(60,000.00)
(90,000.00)
(90,000.00)

(485,500.00)

(476,663.39)

(250,673.12)

(615,500.00)

GB Biodigestor

Dept: 1061
04-1061-1110
04-1061-1111
04-1061-1249
04-1061-1250
04-1061-1281
04-1061-1310

Biodigestor - V238 - New Holland Tractor

V238 Salaries
V238 Benefits
V238 Materials & Supplies
V238 Vehicle Fuel
V238 Repairs & Maintenance
Future Capital - Tractor

TOTALS
Dept: 1062
04-1062-1110
04-1062-1111
04-1062-1112
04-1062-1241
04-1062-1242
04-1062-1249
04-1062-1251
04-1062-1252
04-1062-1253
04-1062-1254
04-1062-1255
04-1062-1258
04-1062-1259
04-1062-1260
04-1062-1261
04-1062-1280
04-1062-1281
04-1062-1282
04-1062-1283
04-1062-1289
04-1062-1290
04-1062-1300
04-1062-1301
04-1062-1310
04-1062-1311
04-1062-1312
04-1062-1313

Biodigestor - Expenditures

Salaries
Benefits
Mileage
Office Supplies
Heat & Hydro
Materials & Supplies
Postage & Freight
Audit Fees
Service Contracts - Sunset Strip
Service Contracts
Telephone/Internet
Insurance
Other Services
Professional Fees - Maintenance
Professional Fees - Spec Projects
Septage Management
Repairs & Maintenance
Licenses
Digestate Disposal
Taxes
Capital
Transfer to Georgian Bluffs
Transfer to Chatsworth
Depreciation
Future Capital - Building
Future Capital - Equipment
Future Capital - Internal Roadways

TOTALS
Dept: 1064
04-1064-7110
04-1064-7111
04-1064-7112
04-1064-7113
04-1064-7114
04-1064-7115
04-1064-7116
04-1064-7200
04-1064-7201
04-1064-7210
04-1064-7211

Biodigestor - Revenue

Tipping Fees
Sunset Strip Sewage
Hydro Generating
Hauled Sewage
Restaurant Waste
Bank Interest Earned
Miscellaneous Revenue
Transfer From GB (Operating)
Transfer From Chats (Operating)
Transfer from GB (Capital)
Transfer from Chats (Capital)

TOTALS

REPORT SUMMARY

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GB/CHATSWORTH BIODIGESTOR

10/28/2013

2:42PM

General Ledger
Annual Department Budget Report - Revenue and Expense
Fiscal Year Ending: DEC 31,2013 To Period 10
Account

Description

Prv Budget

Prv Actual

YTD Actual

04-1064 Biodigestor - Revenue

(485,500.00)

(476,663.39)

(250,673.12)

(615,500.00)

Total Revenue

(485,500.00)

(476,663.39)

(250,673.12)

(615,500.00)

04-1061 Biodigestor - V238 - New Holland Tractor

Total Budget

2,000.00

2,290.75

107.08

5,000.00

04-1062 Biodigestor - Expenditures

482,000.00

642,764.42

294,462.14

610,500.00

Total Expenditure

484,000.00

645,055.17

294,569.22

615,500.00

1,500.00

(168,391.78)

(43,896.10)

0.00

Excess Revenue Over (Under) Expenditures

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