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PUC legal staff reviewed the reasoning for the extension: Cabras 1 and 2 are older generation units that require significant maintenance; spare parts are often custom and outages can be prolonged. GPA and PUC staff said the extension would allow Cabras to remain available while GPA completes testing and commercial operation of the new plant (Ookodoo) and to consume remaining low‑sulfur fuel oil inventory rather than incur disposal or extra handling costs. The extension was negotiated as a four‑month amendment, with a management fee and reimbursable O&M expenses (the extension’s incremental cost was presented as about $1.4 million total: ~$1.0M fixed management fee plus ~$0.4M reimbursable O&M).

The PUC record notes the U.S. EPA previously authorized emergency or temporary continued operation of Cabras through March 31, 2026 if necessary; the requested four‑month extension (to Jan. 31, 2026) is within that maximum period. The ALJ and PUC legal review found the cost reasonable given the units’ age, operational risk and the need to avoid operational disruptions should the new plant’s commercial operation be delayed. Commissioners approved the contract amendment by unanimous vote.

Votes at a glance:
- Extension of Cabras Units 1 & 2 PMC through Jan. 31, 2026 (docket 2517) — motion to approve contract amendment for four months; outcome: approved unanimously.

PUC staff directed GPA to continue coordination with the EPA and to provide status updates on fuel consumption and commissioning progress for the new plant.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","Guam PUC Meeting 08/28/2025","oneSentenceSummary","The PUC granted a four‑month extension of the performance management contract for the aging Cabras 1 and 2 power plant units to Jan. 31, 2026, to allow continued operation while GPA finalizes the new plant commercial operations and burns remaining low‑sulfur fuel.","taxTitle","Guam Public Utilities Commission, Agencies, Executive , Guam","taxId",18960,"location","","headline","shortSummary",{"_33":76,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":77,"_41":78,"_43":79,"_45":80,"_47":81,"_49":82,"_51":83,"_53":84,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":85,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":86,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":72,"_73":72,"_74":72},6467316,"PUC approves partial awards for four Phase‑4 solar projects totaling 18.4 MW",1547,8151000,9698000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5805047-29ca87569421b690753edb4122d3e7b0&start=8151&end=9698","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5805047-29ca87569421b690753edb4122d3e7b0/thumbnail_8151000.jpg","/articles/6467316/PUC-approves-partial-awards-for-four-Phase4-solar-projects-totaling-184-MW","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6467316-3c22bee59c5d4712d0d4de3cf3828951/orig.mp4?Expires=1770492482&Signature=oTjM7xUKRFfwnn9b9ZUqNH57Bll8Tj~YY6NgsJGIKUsQcZzltOVwSOp3g4WhKj2JAfWkWEQCohzgFO0j6ii~grW4jxA394eWl62HLHgEXvdzjIKuCxwn2udtrKK5UFVxflBL7VNZBbcJavBdk03VFZ8h1D~s3kvornTKLYI2BizpsSHnMJ88OuqPcEqXnnhAERY-QOik0KNF~C8Ck2861x8VfTjcGhFj4YKm7hpIIDGAhYe0Kc8-2Z8qMpAjyNskYLMQA36lDQrcwv89BH8o8yswusXNUr5RqaqO2bYOHYzEjjreYP4WxSGteP-Bl0pSgj5b6IhiJhn1sBR4uh6GEg__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Guam Public Utilities Commission on Aug. 28 approved the partial Phase‑4 renewable acquisition awards to four project entities for up to 18.4 megawatts of AC solar capacity, finding contract prices and terms commercially reasonable and consistent with prior Phase‑4 procurements.

PUC legal counsel and staff presented a detailed record, including evaluation of bids submitted under GPA’s IFB and a comparison to earlier Phase‑4 awards. The four Partial Renewable Energy Purchase Agreements (REPAs) are with entities presented as PRU Timuning LLC, PRU Malolo LLC, PRU Blantat LLC, and PRU Barragada LLC (all bid by the Pacific Energy Corporation / Landscape Management Systems consortium). The total estimated 25‑year contract payments across the four REPA awards were presented as approximately $157.5 million paid over contract terms; all proposed prices fall below the IFB/PUC cap of $0.179 per kilowatt‑hour and include a 1% annual escalation.

Staff and counsel reviewed fuel‑cost modeling and LEAC impacts. PUC analysis found these four REPAs would increase LIEAC costs in some years but would also reduce fuel consumption and associated costs as renewable generation displaces fuel‑burning units. The ALJ analysis estimated these four projects would represent about 6% of the Phase‑4 renewable energy total and would offset roughly 48,000 barrels of fuel annually (GPA project‑wide savings were estimated at about 800,000 barrels if all Phase‑4 projects are implemented). The PUC noted the net LEAC effect depends on oil prices; the staff analysis calculated a break‑even oil price for the REPAs’ LEAC impact at about $131.25 per barrel.

After questions about schedule, interconnection and battery requirements (each of these distribution‑sited projects must include batteries sized at roughly half of nameplate capacity per IFB requirements), a motion to approve the partial award to the PEEC/LMS consortium was adopted by the commission. The PUC retained authority over final contract execution and required that each award’s final contracts be returned for PUC review as needed.","The PUC approved partial renewable energy purchase agreements for four Phase‑4 solar projects (PRU Timuning, Malolo, Blantat, Barragada) representing up to 18.4 MW AC in aggregate, accepting the contracts as commercially reasonable and within a prior price cap.",{"_33":88,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":89,"_41":90,"_43":91,"_45":92,"_47":93,"_49":94,"_51":95,"_53":96,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":97,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":98,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":72,"_73":72,"_74":72},6467321,"PUC authorizes procurement for island‑scale battery storage and grid services",2063,6077000,8140000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5805047-29ca87569421b690753edb4122d3e7b0&start=6077&end=8140","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5805047-29ca87569421b690753edb4122d3e7b0/thumbnail_6077000.jpg","/articles/6467321/PUC-authorizes-procurement-for-islandscale-battery-storage-and-grid-services","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6467321-aab7bfb78f0b9c63c02ea0d06ca4d232/orig.mp4?Expires=1770492482&Signature=adnlBjNGwJjfl-QKqY~wK3hdoCK8J7HL7ibD6unKVAVqDTutHLAXsh~ZUo37yUUMjZHq07pw2uChGqBwsXcCAHj9kkGofjWsHhpJ7fQwfOvY3NPADn3e8YUEksU9j2iSXRDk8~8t95~ZCfzNFHKpOVsP~5N7ddvQW7IGAbFkMyyJ3YjI43Pj0lxzx0o1UaZAoEiV63bVHVjGXUUUNhCY5E9vDfiQ0tWEgGqdBvGxGC0dHCRAjCbl4UdPEtRg6f~EMzwSC5kdRwFCSjY96ojByJEeSlOk5~atD9cFayP7Ew-i12EnF-~Np1SH~DUZTke2sIH9jiXACUkteco9ISHdhg__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Guam Public Utilities Commission authorized the Guam Power Authority on Aug. 28 to proceed with procurement of a large energy storage system (ESS) intended to provide energy shifting and grid services needed to integrate upcoming renewable projects into the island grid.

PUC legal staff reported that the procurement follows GPA’s Phase 4 renewable resource acquisitions and a system integration study that found stand‑alone batteries and transmission upgrades would be necessary to integrate the new renewable generation. GPA seeks to procure ESS capacity to provide: roughly 90 megawatts / 360 megawatt‑hours for energy shifting; and roughly 180 megawatts / 90 megawatt‑hours for fast response grid services. GPA told commissioners it expects to enter long‑term service agreements (initial term up to 25 years) that place permitting, construction, interconnection, and operating risks with the vendor.

PUC staff noted GPA proposes recovering ESS charges via the fuel‑and‑purchased‑power adjustment (LIEAC) and estimated an illustrative cost addition on the order of 0.02¢ per kilowatt‑hour, pending bids. GPA staff emphasized the procurement is intended to enhance grid stability, allow higher renewable penetration, provide black‑start capability and fast frequency response, and reduce fuel consumption over time. Commissioners asked technical and scheduling questions; staff said final cost impacts depend on competitive bids and recommended PUC approval to allow solicitation to proceed.

A motion to approve the procurement authorization passed unanimously. GPA will return to the PUC with the bid results and any recommended contract awards for contract‑by‑contract review and approval.","The PUC authorized Guam Power Authority to solicit and procure an energy storage system (ESS) project to provide energy shifting and fast‑response grid services, pending bid results and subsequent PUC review of contract awards.",{"_33":100,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":101,"_41":102,"_43":103,"_45":104,"_47":105,"_49":106,"_51":107,"_53":108,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":109,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":110,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":72,"_73":72,"_74":72},6467326,"PUC approves three‑year rate plan increasing GSWA residential fee to $35 then $38",3438,2554000,5992000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5805047-29ca87569421b690753edb4122d3e7b0&start=2554&end=5992","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5805047-29ca87569421b690753edb4122d3e7b0/thumbnail_2554000.jpg","/articles/6467326/PUC-approves-threeyear-rate-plan-increasing-GSWA-residential-fee-to-35-then-38","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6467326-e4043c833f48fe9dda3039f343144487/orig.mp4?Expires=1770492482&Signature=DMawphXR3NPV~pnLLXPvWDallge7fLBxPrLEL6zEJM7lQOdOeX1R~NW1mWR1MvEM03SpTCZjcOa7G9j0xXzPvhfsU5xiiLxuunEgwD6hAgXELBispS~WyBuTrgVboIYbTZH4n62Gq8n75pvJt284DuPFXBBqphXjzdETV82Hc~sqnID7wFVwx1OZGqj2qku4ccUoxmKoGdUsA-oyAZx4764Yre2FMy1k8DHprH-gJJ2d6QBpLftfSVTjG0amGCKxD8TXN11mujBkNH6DBBl4zU1xegRG1ZiUPp6bQtoJGq1gHlpnA5fgmrSL1fyCrCgSGaNPRXyvOleWtAkhGjpc7Q__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Guam Public Utilities Commission on Aug. 28 approved a three‑year financial rate plan for the Guam Solid Waste Authority that raises the monthly residential garbage fee to $35 for fiscal year 2026 and to $38 for fiscal year 2027, and establishes new special waste tipping fees.

PUC staff and consultants presented an ALJ report and supporting analyses from two consultants (MSW Consultants and Utility Financial Solutions). The record shows GSWA has run normalized operating deficits in fiscal years 2019–2024; consultants concluded current rates are insufficient to meet operating and capital needs. The ALJ recommended approval of a modest multi‑year increase and a true‑up proceeding in FY2027 to reassess revenues once mandatory islandwide collection begins.

PUC staff’s proposed order summarized the changes: a residential monthly rate increase from $30 to $35 (FY2026) and to $38 (FY2027); commercial and government tipping rates from $171.60 per ton to $190 (FY2026) and to $193 (FY2027); increases to residential transfer station charges; and several new special waste rates (contaminated soil, asbestos, fats/oils/greases, power poles, junk tires). The ALJ quantified the FY2026 revenue increase at roughly $3.2 million and projected a total increase through FY2027 of about $4.2 million after the second year increase.

GSWA general manager Slyke told the commission the agency must fund closure, post‑closure care and capital replacement, and that without increased revenues the authority may need to borrow for anticipated projects. He said the agency expects to spend about $11.3 million on post‑closure care and $900,000 on new cell development, among other capital needs; also noted was a projected $4.0 million cost to purchase approximately 40,000 new carts for mandatory collection (20,000 households × 2 carts each).

Consultant Utility Financial Solutions estimated the average cost of service per residential account at about $38.86, higher than the current $30 monthly charge. MSW audited historical deficits and forecasted continuing shortfalls if rates were not raised. To address equity for host communities, the ALJ recommended increasing the host community premium total from $300,000 to $350,000 for FY2026 (about $175,000 to each host village) while slightly reducing the per‑customer surcharge because of a larger customer base.

Commissioner discussion focused on timing relative to the new mandatory islandwide collection law (Guam Public Law 35‑46), the pace of implementation (staff estimated rollout of mandatory service not practicable until 2027), and a proposed FY2027 true‑up to reassess actual revenues and costs. After debate and clarification on multiple items including reserve funds and procurement of carts, a motion to approve the ALJ’s recommended order (with technical corrections to reflect a $3 increase in FY2027) passed unanimously.

The order retains PUC jurisdiction, authorizes an ALJ to manage implementation tasks, and schedules a rate true‑up in FY2027 to address any shortfalls once mandatory collection begins.

Votes at a glance:
- GSWA three‑year financial rate plan (docket 2404) — motion to approve ALJ proposed order including residential increases to $35 (FY2026) and $38 (FY2027); outcome: approved unanimously.

The PUC record includes consultant reports, public hearing summaries (staff reported largely supportive public comment though some criticized the magnitude of increases), and new special rates to cover disposal and handling costs for several categories of special waste.","The Guam Public Utilities Commission approved Guam Solid Waste Authority’s three‑year financial rate plan, raising the monthly residential rate to $35 in FY2026 and to $38 in FY2027 and authorizing new special waste rates and a host community premium increase.",{"_33":112,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":113,"_41":114,"_43":115,"_45":116,"_47":117,"_49":118,"_51":119,"_53":120,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":121,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":122,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":72,"_73":72,"_74":72},6467331,"PUC certifies telecom companies for federal universal service funds",825,1694000,2519000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5805047-29ca87569421b690753edb4122d3e7b0&start=1694&end=2519","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5805047-29ca87569421b690753edb4122d3e7b0/thumbnail_1694000.jpg","/articles/6467331/PUC-certifies-telecom-companies-for-federal-universal-service-funds","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6467331-01fb621d375a3696f8eb7a1d1b435f5b/orig.mp4?Expires=1770492482&Signature=nJKpEPa6oyzTmrKRe2nAqAEuaYxouIH1iYBpTyY07RQGqLICgLK-Rr6G-4vzKX8Ho-97cORxlOYcyYHdiBS7dBOws9kb08yH~BVV5maQWXaSC25ONH9-a7pwZBd7GuwTLpLfSVIsjZr-InHFzYj52cASn9ErTbcJMAtDWW8Rx54lphvds2pZnWVu9nvWvMNOsrW9GkUsVVWPNZy0atbb0J-jBraA-y3FgLKHDO3vm-8kguLLqccK~O1jiU0s~YRPjuwAyjxHIfkQFXOdubFdNDJ4~h37xDTkVRaKGREBXwDSh~A0PE6X-7vRyl~-60jAgu64MQpzRyypAhFJxhwCVA__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Guam Public Utilities Commission voted on Aug. 28 to certify several telecommunications providers’ use of federal universal service funds, approving administrative law judge recommendations that the companies had met federal and local documentation requirements.

The certifications are required under the Communications Act and the FCC’s rules implementing section 254(e), which restrict how universal service funds may be used. The PUC considered petitions and ALJ reports for Docomo Pacific, Teleguam/Guam Telephone Authority (GTA), and Pulse Mobile (a Teleguam business unit). PTI Pacifica Inc.’s petition was filed late and was deferred to next month.

PUC staff summarized each petition and the required five‑year build plans that describe how federal high‑cost support will be used. For Docomo Pacific, the ALJ found a submitted plan (2025–2029) showing fiber‑to‑the‑home expansion and redundant loops and recommended certification. For GTA and Pulse Mobile, staff reported sealed five‑year plans and certifications by each company’s chief operating officer, Andrew M. Gale Jr., that federal high‑cost support will be used only for eligible network provision, maintenance and upgrades. The ALJ recommended certification for those petitions as well.

Commissioners moved and voted on the petitions individually. The record shows motions to approve the DOCOMO docket and the GTA/Pulse Mobile dockets; the motions carried. PTI’s petition was not acted on and will appear on the PUC agenda next month because it was filed late.

The ALJ reports cited no outages, no outstanding unfulfilled service requests for 2024, and no complaints filed with the PUC or federal regulators for the companies covered. The PUC will sign the certification letters that accompany each approval.

Votes at a glance:
- Docomo Pacific (docket 2501) — motion to approve; outcome: approved. (See transcript entries for the DOCOMO petition and the approving motion.)
- GTA (docket 2501) — motion to approve; outcome: approved. (Sealed 5‑year plan; COO certification by Andrew M. Gale Jr.)
- Pulse Mobile (GTA business; docket 2502) — motion to approve; outcome: approved. (Plan focused on wireless backhaul and 5G site expansion.)
- PTI Pacifica Inc. — petition filed late; deferred to next month; no PUC action tonight.

The PUC’s written orders will adopt the ALJ reports and staff recommendations and include the formal certification letters required for USAC.","The Guam Public Utilities Commission approved annual Universal Service Administrative Company (USAC) certifications for several local telecom providers, finding their five‑year build plans and compliance certifications sufficient for federal universal service funding.","actionData","errors"]

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