To Identify Vulnerable Populations in Accordance to the Clean Energy Implementation Plan
In accordance with RCW 19.405.040(1) and RCW 19.405.050(1):
1) The Clean Energy Implementation Plan requires utilities identify vulnerable populations to ensure equitable transition.
2) RCW 19.405.020 (40) defines Vulnerable populations as communities that experience a disproportionate cumulative risk from environmental burdens due to: Adverse socioeconomic factors, including unemployment, high housing and transportation costs relative to income, access to food and health care, and linguistic isolation; and Sensitivity factors, such as low birth weight and higher rates of hospitalization.
3) Based on this definition and through public input, vulnerable populations identified are those customers who are senior citizens on a fixed income and those considered low income.
4) The Commission of PUD No. 1 of Douglas County set November 4, 2025 at 1:30 PM at the offices of the Commission at the Douglas County Public Utility District 1151 Valley Mall Parkway, East Wenatchee, Washington for a public hearing to identify vulnerable populations.
PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 1
OF DOUGLAS COUNTY, WASHINGTON
Filed by:
Gary R. Ivory
Responsible Official