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Board advances solar project planning; proposes volunteer committee and RFQ/PPA options
Summary
Staff presented proposed guidelines to pursue a solar plus battery project to reduce airport energy costs and stabilize rates; the board proposed a small volunteer committee and an RFQ/RFP approach to solicit either developer-built systems or power purchase agreements.
Airport staff presented proposed guidelines for a small solar-plus-battery project to supply the airport’s meters and reduce energy costs. The board discussed forming a volunteer advisory group, including local volunteer John Knight (described as having solar experience) and others with solar background, to review options and an engineering study.
The proposed process described staff obtaining an engineering study, then issuing an RFQ/RFP to solar developers who could either install the system at no upfront cost under a power purchase agreement (PPA) or sell the system outright. The board noted Rocky Mountain Power plans to raise rates about 18% over the next few years, which strengthens the airport’s case for stabilizing long-term energy costs.
Board members asked staff to continue coordinating with county administration, pursue initial engineering work and bring options for procurement and financing back to a future meeting. No formal vote or financial commitment was recorded during the meeting.
