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Santa Rosa files to intervene in FERC Potter Valley proceeding; public raises concerns about diversions

Board of Public Utilities, City of Santa Rosa · December 5, 2025

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Summary

Acting Director Harvey reported the city filed a motion to intervene in FERC proceedings on PG&E’s Potter Valley license surrender (filed 07/25/2025); the board and public heard questions about whether proposed diversion facilities will ensure reservoir reliability during multi‑year droughts.

Acting Director Harvey told the Board of Public Utilities that on Oct. 31, 2025 the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission circulated notice accepting PG&E’s Potter Valley Project license‑surrender application and related filings. At the direction of the BPU and the Santa Rosa City Council, the city filed a motion to intervene in the FERC proceeding on…

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