Hydro project commissioning delayed after electrical testing needs identified

May 19, 2026

Staff reported that mechanical installation of two hydro turbines is complete but commissioning is paused pending specialized electrical testing on a capacitor bank and speed sensors; staff will schedule the tests, finish commissioning, and then decide when or whether to install the third unit.

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At the May 18 meeting, staff updated the committee on the Stone Street hydro project: mechanical installation of two turbines is complete, but commissioning cannot finish until additional electrical testing is completed.

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