Meaghan Vibbert
Public Information Officer
(509) 881-2221
News Release – September 17, 2024
Douglas County PUD Commissioners Ronald E. Skagen, Aaron J. Viebrock and Molly Simpson executed the following actions during the September 17, 2024 Commission meeting held at the District’s East Wenatchee office:
Authorized the renewal of Directors and Officers and Employment Practices Liability Insurance with AEGIS. (24-089)
Approved renewal of Fiduciary Liability Insurance with AIG. (24-090)
Authorized change order No. 10 to contract 21-33-D, hydrogen and Lincoln Rock Switchyard utility installations. This change will add a drainage system in the evaporation pond to accommodate overhead sprayfield and infiltration systems at an increased cost of $74,200. (24-091)
Approved waiving formal bidding requirements to purchase distribution transformers due to market conditions through December 31, 2024. (24-092)
Approved an agreement with the North Central Educational Service District (NCESD) in the amount of $38,567 for the 2024-2025 school year. In effect since 1987, agreements between Douglas PUD and NCESD have been established to provide educational curriculum for every kindergarten through fifth grade student in Douglas County. Classes pertain to electrical generation, electric distribution, conservation, safety and wise use of water resources. This funding also provides for fourth grader participation in the River of Power program. (24-093)
Heard a report on the Douglas County Community Network. The network currently has 8,460 end users.
The next regular meeting of the Commission is scheduled for 1:30 p.m. October 1, 2024 at the District’s East Wenatchee Office.