Title
Approval of a Resolution to accept Department of Commerce Community Decarbonization Grant Award for the Olympia Armory
Recommended Action
Committee Recommendation:
Not referred to a committee.
City Manager Recommendation:
Approve a Resolution authorizing an agreement with Department of Commerce to accept the Community Decarbonization Grant Award for the Olympia Armory.
Report
Issue:
Whether to approve a Resolution authorizing an agreement with Department of Commerce to accept Community Decarbonization Grant Award for the Olympia Armory.
Staff Contact:
Valerie Roberts, Armory Building Manager, Parks Arts and Recreation Program, 360.753.8468.
Presenter(s):
None - Consent Calendar Item.
Background and Analysis:
The proposed project for the City of Olympia Armory aims to reopen the facility as a Creative Campus, repurposing the Armory into a dynamic hub for local artists and community members. It may also serve as an Emergency Management Services (EMS) facility during times of need.
To support the sustainability of the Creative Campus, the Armory intends to utilize the Department of Commerce decarbonization grant to implement solar and battery energy storage systems (BESS). These systems will enable the facility to generate renewable energy while storing excess energy in batteries for use during peak demand periods or emergencies. Solar and BESS technologies significantly reduce reliance on conventional energy, lower emissions, and enhance its energy resilience.
In addition to powering the Creative Campus's daily operations, solar and BESS will play a crucial role in transforming the Armory into an EMS facility. With its ample space and strategic location, the facility can serve as a designated gathering point during emergencies. Equipped with renewable energy resources and backup power capabilities, the Armory can provide essential shelter to residents, strengthening community preparedness.
The integration of solar and BESS into the Armory's rede...
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