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Public Comment Notice: Skagit River Hydroelectric Project Settlement Agreement

This opportunity is a public notice from the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) and the Department of Energy regarding a proposed settlement for the Skagit River Hydroelectric Project, managed by Seattle City Light. - No procurement of products or services is involved - The notice seeks public comments on a settlement agreement for the continued operation and maintenance of the hydroelectric project - Key focus areas of the settlement include: - Fish passage and instream flows - Water quality and fish/wildlife habitat - Flood risk management - Recreation and cultural/terrestrial resources - The settlement is filed by Seattle City Light in collaboration with federal agencies, state departments, tribal communities, and environmental organizations - No OEMs, vendors, or specific product/service requirements are mentioned - The primary objective is regulatory compliance and stakeholder engagement for the project's relicense process

Description

This notice pertains to a proposed settlement agreement involving the Skagit River Hydroelectric Project operated by Seattle City Light. The settlement aims to resolve issues related to the project's operation and maintenance under a new license, including fish passage, instream flows, water quality, habitat, flood risk management, recreation, cultural resources, and terrestrial resources. The agreement is filed on behalf of multiple parties including federal agencies, state departments, tribal communities, and environmental groups. The public is solicited to provide comments on the settlement agreement by July 2, 2026, with reply comments due by July 17, 2026.

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