Parks and City Light Committee

Wednesday, March 18, 2026 · 2:00 PM AM · Council Chamber, City Hall 600 4th Avenue Seattle, WA 98104

TL;DR

The Parks and City Light Committee discussed an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to execute settlement and licensing agreements for Seattle's Skagit River Hydroelectric Project with the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission. This discussion addresses the relicensing of the city's hydroelectric facilities, which generate power for Seattle City Light customers.

Key Decisions

  • Ordinance on Skagit River Hydroelectric Project Relicensing (CB) Discussed
Agenda PDF Minutes PDF

Agenda

  1. This meeting also constitutes a meeting of the City Council, provided that the meeting shall be conducted as a committee meeting under the Council Rules and Procedures, and Council action shall be limited to committee business.
  2. Please Note: Times listed are estimated
  3. Call To Order
  4. Approval of the Agenda
  5. Public Comment
  6. Items of Business
  7. 1. AN ORDINANCE relating to the City Light Department; authorizing the Mayor or her designee to execute a Comprehensive Settlement Agreement, five Off-License Agreements, and other related agreements for purposes of relicensing The City of Seattle’s Skagit River Hydroelectric Project before the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission; and ratifying and confirming certain prior acts.
    Council Bill (CB)
    Action: discussed

    The Council Bill (CB) was discussed.

  8. Adjournment