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Council approves resolution to proceed with UAMPS capacity purchase and Wheeler agreement for peaking generators; air permit remains key condition
Summary
Council adopted a resolution authorizing a capacity purchase agreement with UAMPS and related balance‑of‑plant arrangements with Wheeler Machinery for a peaking generation project. Staff said the agreement enables UAMPS to seek financing, but the project remains contingent on receiving the required air permit.
Brigham City on Thursday approved a resolution authorizing a capacity purchase agreement with the Utah Associated Municipal Power Systems (UAMPS) and related contracts with Wheeler Machinery Company for an on‑site peaking generation facility, clearing the way for UAMPS to pursue project financing while staff continue to secure regulatory approvals.
Project framework and reason for the agreement
City staff and project consultants told the council the arrangement will let UAMPS finalize financing and Wheeler begin long‑lead procurement at its own risk; Wheeler offered to start engineering and procurement prior to final air‑quality permitting in order to limit cost escalation from inflation and…
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