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12/17/2008 - Stay warm; use energy wisely as temps drop

With low temperatures forecast for the teens and below, questions about energy use are rising. Chelan County PUD energy expects are posting answers to frequently asked questions on the Conservation section of the Web site.

10/22/2008 - Chelan County PUD board approves new rate structure

Changes in rates intended to encourage power and water conservation and more closely align rates among different types of customers have been approved by PUD commissioners. No changes will be made until April 1, 2009, after the heavy winter months.

9/23/2008 - Customers can see how rate changes affect them

Chelan County PUD commissioners invite customer-owners to public meetings in three communities starting next week to discuss potential rate revisions for electric, water and sewer services.

8/14/2008 - PUD approves plan that shows power supply will meet load

Chelan County PUD commissioners have approved the PUD’s Integrated Resource Plan, or IRP – a report required by state law that cites the sources of power needed to supply customers through 2018.

7/22/2008 - Click in anytime

Our Web site lets you get things done 24/7. Here are a few things you can do on the PUD Web.

7/1/2008 - Free Visitor Center program invites students into the wild

Rocky Reach Visitor Center will offer “River Ramble,” a free program July 17-18, spotlighting local animals, raptors, native plants and Native American life.

6/12/2008 - PUD commissioners share philosophies on cost of service

Commissioners Monday shared with staff their ideas on how best to close the gaps between revenues and the cost to provide electric, water and sewer services.

5/21/2008 - Searching for a sustainable energy future

Mid-Columbia PUDs are pleased to host two community presentations, June 3 and 4, by Patrick Moore, a founding member and former president of Greenpeace.

4/29/2008 - PUD fleet emissions to be cleaner

Chelan County PUD receives Department of Ecology grant to retrofit diesel vehicles.

3/18/2008 - Automated meters on the way

Chelan County PUD is moving down the path to begin installation of automated electric meters for all customers, starting this year.

2/26/2008 - Rating agencies affirm PUD’s good credit

Three rating agencies have affirmed the PUD’s double-A credit ratings.

2/5/2008 - Ready to go Lightly?

Chelan County PUD’s new online energy newsletter debuted this week. The newsletter, called Lightly, focuses on ways to tread easier on the earth.

1/15/2008 - Get more conservation information

“Lightly,” the PUD’s new online energy newsletter, debuts on the Energy Conservation section of our Web site in February.

12/4/2007 - PUD commissioners approve proposed Alcoa contract

After nearly two hours of public comment Monday, PUD commissioners Monday voted 4-1 to approve the proposed term sheet for a new long-term power sales contract with Alcoa.

11/14/2007 - Meetings continue on proposed Alcoa contract

PUD staff and commissioners are continuing to hold public meetings on a possible framework for long-term energy supply to the Alcoa Wenatchee Works that could keep three pot lines operating until at least 2028.

10/17/2007 - Framework proposed for extending long-term Alcoa energy supply

PUD staff has briefed the Board of Commissioners on a possible framework for long-term energy supply to the Alcoa Wenatchee Works that could keep three pot lines operating until at least 2028.

8/29/2007 - Final public hearing on rates is Sept. 10

To put the District on firmer financial ground for the next five years, commissioners have proposed raising electric rates by 5 percent; water and sewer rates by 9 percent; and the wholesale fiber-optic rates charged to service providers by 2 percent.

8/7/2007 - Commissioners want to hear from you

Meetings to discuss potential rate increases have been set for Aug. 13-15.

7/18/2007 - It pays to save

Water rates are based on a conservation formula. The more water you use, the more it costs. So it pays to save. To help customers reduce their water bills and extend water resources, Chelan County PUD encourages indoor and outdoor water conservation.

6/26/2007 - Monitor water project approved

The board voted 3-1 in favor of the $6.5 million project.

6/6/2007 - Commissioners encourage public to attend June 11 meeting

Commissioners considering Riazzi rate increase recommendation.

5/15/2007 - PUD commissioners prepare to set financial strategy

In the next month, PUD commissioners will be setting the financial direction of the utility through 2012.

4/26/2007 - PUD discusses impacts of climate change

Chelan County PUD is analyzing how potential climate-change actions may impact District operations and its customer-owners.

4/4/2007 - Riazzi named to state climate change panel

Chelan County PUD General Manager Rich Riazzi has been named to the Washington Climate Change Challenge Advisory Team.

3/14/2007 - Rocky Reach Visitor Center opens for family fun March 17

New this year is “Experience Chelan County.” The video takes viewers on a trip up the Columbia River.

2/21/2007 - Runoff forecasts improve; electric rate surcharge postponed

PUD commissioners decided Feb. 12 they will wait until April to determine if an electric rate surcharge will be needed this year.

1/30/2007 - Contingency planning continues

Public hearing at 1 p.m. on Feb. 12 in the boardroom at Wenatchee Headquarters, with a final decision on a surcharge Feb. 20.

1/11/2007 - Power outage update

Following a raging Sunday afternoon wind storm that toppled trees, ripped off roofs and downed power lines, line and tree-trimming crews are still working day and night to restore power to Chelan County PUD customers.

12/19/2006 - Farewell to Commissioners Boyd and Montague

PUD commissioners bid farewell to Bob Boyd and Gary Montague with praise and applause Monday. Boyd is retiring from the PUD board after 12 years. Montague has served eight years.

11/29/2006 - Work begins to prepare for possible surcharge

Other topics: New 50-year license in place for Lake Chelan Hydro Project, Tips to prepare for a winter cold snap, PUD's second strategic planning meeting looks at trends, past and future

11/9/2006 - 50-year license issued for Lake Chelan Hydro Project

Other topics: Customer service survey results, Unofficial election results for Chelan County PUD commission races, PUD taking hard look at 2007 finances, Dig deeper into PUD finances on Nov. 20, See new fiber optics video, Rocky Reach Visitor Center hours

10/17/2006 - PUD commissioners oppose renewable energy initiative

Other topics: Enjoy tips and treats at free Rocky Reach Safety Harvest, Chelan County PUD celebrates 70 years of public power service,New Web site expands ways to interact with PUD

9/27/2006 - Payback on fiber-optics could take longer

Other news: PUD sets 2007 budget targets, More money will go to wind, solar producers

8/22/2006 - Come join us Wednesday evening to discuss what’s ahead for the PUD

Other topics: Federal action has PUD hoping for new Rocky Reach license this fall, New Web site expands ways to interact with PUD

8/1/2006 - Come join us Aug. 23 to discuss what’s ahead for the PUD

Other news: Two miles of water line up for replacement, Rock Island Hydro Park boat launch to be rebuilt, good news in PUD first-half financial results, six candidates in commission seats

7/12/2006 - Minority hiring recommendations offered to PUD board

Other topics: Boaters: River levels can change rapidly, Kids Kamp offers free fun and facts at Rocky Reach Dam, PUD eyeing impacts of global warming

6/20/2006 - Keep informed on PUD’s new transmission line

Other topics: Water meters to be read from the road, Join the fun at the Lineman Rodeo, PUD fiber network now largest open-access deployment in Washington state

5/11/2006 - Richard Riazzi is new PUD general manager

Other topics: Construction starts on Burch Mountain transmission line, PUD finances in line with 2006 budget, Fiber-optic network financed correctly

4/18/2006 - Commissioners to introduce general manager candidate

Other topics: PUD bonds refinanced, Chelan County PUD earns two awards from National Hydropower Association

3/28/2006 - Public can learn more about HCPs Tuesday, Wednesday

Other topics: Application OK’d for Monitor water system grant , Predator control program to continue, General manager search, Lake Chelan level

3/8/2006 - PUD sponsors Ciscoe workshop

Other topics: PUD to host seasonal Parks job fair, Cashmere asks PUD to take next step on city electric system, General manager search, Rocky Reach license effort reaches milestone

2/14/2006 - CTC declaration approved

Other topics: Year-end numbers for 2005 look good, PUD commissioners support Monitor water project, Camera will catch salmon predators in the act, Snowpack should ensure Lake Chelan will refill by July 1, General manager search

1/24/2006 - Commissioners to vote on PSE contract Jan. 30

Other topics: Legislators promote hydropower, Home builders seminar Thursday

1/5/2006 - Remember Jan. 9 public meeting

Other topics: PUD financial outlook upgraded to AA stable, Settlement agreement a big step for Rocky Reach relicensing, General manager search moves to next steps, Cashmere getting fiber, PUD commissioners elect 2006 officers

12/13/2005 - General manager search update

Other topics: Public meeting set Jan 9. on proposed power sales contract, 2006 PUD budget approved

11/22/2005 - General manager search moves forward

Other topics: Resource$mart energy saving program gets another $1 million, Potential state initiative on the horizon, 2005 season ends at Rocky Reach Visitor Center

11/2/2005 - Wayne Wright named interim PUD manager

Other topics: Voice your opinion, Financial forecast continues to improve, Key opinion on Lake Chelan relicensing received, Plug in

10/18/2005 - Celebrate autumn at Rocky Reach Dam

Other topics: Budget 2006, Soak up the sun

9/27/2005 - Public tours and artist reception planned for Public Power Week, Oct. 2-8

Other topics: Celebrate autumn at Rocky Reach Dam, PUD to ask FERC to reconsider, Funds accelerate fiber network construction

8/31/2005 - Burch Mountain transmission-line update

Other topics: Columbia River dam paintings on display, New solar and wind incentive on the books, Entiat getting more fiber optics, Celebrate salmon

8/12/2005 - More PUD job info on-line

Other topics: PUD financial forecast strong, for now, Watch for fluctuating river levels, How often should you water your lawn?

6/28/2005 - Calling all second- through sixth-graders

Other topics: Monthly meter reading starts July 1, Web site modernization project kicks off with focus groups, Progress report on fiber-optic network construction

5/17/2005 - 2,000 users now on PUD fiber optics

Other topics: Wenatchee Watercolor Society display at Rocky Reach, Automatic water-meter reading on the horizon, PUD to support Columbia River exhibit, Do you Xeriscape™?

4/26/2005 - Dig in with the Gardening Goddess

Other topics: Earth Day celebrated with payments to wind and solar producers, Going underground, Summer energy savings tips

4/6/2005 - PUD earns national award

Other topics: You’re invited…, Hug a tree lately?, New heat pump technology proves itself, Here's what's happening in the park

3/16/2005 - Ooo la la…

Other topics: How much do you know about PUD fiber?, Seasonal job fair this weekend, Visit Rocky Reach Dam this summer, “Smart” PUD program helps customers save money

2/23/2005 - Ooo la la…

Other topics: Commissioners OK monthly meter reading, PUD developing method to focus on issues that matter most, New water reservoir planned, New Loop Trail map, Free screen saver for your PC

2/3/2005 - Monthly meter reading on the horizon

Other topics: Finishing touches on computer contract, Dryden canal work complete, Commissioners on the air

1/13/2005 - PUD board elects 2005 officers

Other topics: It’s cold out there, PUD and city of Wenatchee developing agreements, At-will change