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Staff outlines utility policy drafting timeline and updates board on building issues and data‑center interest
Summary
Staff said they are drafting utility policies with a target December deadline, described building access and lift‑station odor issues that temporarily displaced some customer service operations, and reported early interest from data‑center developers in Albany’s available megawatt capacity.
City staff told the utility board they are assembling policy drafts for utility operations and aim to deliver a first draft by mid‑November and a complete package by Dec. 31.
Miss Bennett and a cross‑functional team (including finance and staff experienced with cash‑handling and P‑card policies) described the process of adapting policies from other utilities and tailoring them to Albany’s technology and community needs. Staff said they would provide a list of sample policies and a timeline for review.
Staff also explained access challenges at the utility building this summer and a basement lift‑station odor that forced some customer service operations outdoors; they said repairs and HVAC work are nearing completion. Separately, staff reported outreach from data‑center developers interested in megawatt capacity; the utility currently has 32 MW of long capacity, and staff are assessing opportunities and potential agreements to serve data‑center demand.
Board members asked for monthly project updates and suggested staff ensure policy language fits the city’s technology and operational capabilities. Staff said they will begin providing project updates and a policies list to the board.
