Agenda Item
i. Granting of Georgia Power Easement to Improve and Secure Service Reliability at Rock Chapel Elementary School
Summary: Presented by: Mr. Erick Hofstetter, Chief Operating Officer, Division of Operations
Request: It is requested that the Board of Education approve Georgia Power Company’s easement request to secure distribution and communication lines serving the Rock Chapel Elementary School site and the surrounding area.
Why: The easement will allow Georgia Power Company to upgrade electric distribution lines, poles, and equipment to improve the reliability of electric service to the DeKalb County School District and residents near Rock Chapel Elementary School.
Details: The Georgia Power Company will cut, trim, and remove trees that threaten the distribution and communication lines to all existing facilities and future structures serving the easement area. Keeping the easement area clear of trees and other obstructions will enhance service for Rock Chapel Elementary School located off State Route 124 at 1130 Rock Chapel Road.
Financial impact: The Georgia Power Company will pay the DeKalb County School District $6,660.00. The funds will be allocated to the general fund.
Contact: Mr. Erick Hofstetter, Chief Operating Officer, Division of Operations, 678.676.1470
Mr. Hans G. Williams, Director of Planning & E-SPLOST Programming, Division of Operations, 678.676.1588
Effective: Upon Board Approval
Status: Approved by the Office of Legal Affairs