CORRECTION to Update 1 (6:30pm, 2/8/17) We are currently experiencing power outages west of Port Angeles and in the Joyce areas. Approximately 250 customers are without power. Outages began about 4:30pm. Crews have been working and will continue through the evening to restore power to all customers. Outage areas include South Shore, Dan Kelly, Joyce-Piedmont, Cougar Ridge, Lawrence Rd, and other isolated areas. Thank you for your patience as crews work in this inclement and icy weather. Report an Outage 360.452.9771… Read More
It’s been cold in Clallam County the past several weeks, which unfortunately means utility bills will likely higher as a result. While it is not uncommon for utility bills to be higher this time of year due to weather, this particular year has been colder than last year so customers need to be prepared. Higher than normal bills at this time of year are strictly a result of cold weather, and this year has been colder than usual. Just take… Read More
Beginning January 3rd the County will move its Carlsborg Sewer Project work to Hooker Road during day time hours. Hooker Road will become a 1-lane road until the first part of February, much like Carlsborg Road was for a while. The County does not anticipate blocking the PUD’s driveway. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. Read More
Effective Friday, December 30th at 12:30pm, the PUD’s payment center at the Sequim Co-op will close permanently. Originally opened as a temporary solution for staff and operations to transition to the PUD’s Main Office in Carlsborg, the need to maintain the small payment center at the Co-op is no longer necessary. The outside payment drop box will remain at the Sequim Co-op location, though cash is not accepted there. With the PUD’s Main Office conveniently located in Carlsborg, customers in… Read More
Final Update (11:00pm) Crews restored power to the remaining 4 customers about 10:45pm, and completed necessary repairs. Update 3 (6:40pm) At approximately 6:00pm, crews completed repairs of the Old Olympic incident. No outage was required. Crews have returned to the River Road area incident to complete work and restore the 4 customers left without power. Thank you for your patience on this Christmas Day. Update 2 (2:00pm) Crews continue to work the Old Olympic incident. At the time of this… Read More
Thursday, December 15, 2016, was declared Hydropower Appreciation Day in Clallam County by the Clallam County PUD Commissioners at their December 12, 2016, regular meeting. PUD Customers in Clallam County are fortunate to have amongst the lowest utility rates not only in the state, but in the region and nation as well. This is largely due to the clean, carbon free, renewable hydropower system on the Columbia and Snake River Dams. This is something the Commissioners believe we should all… Read More
Clallam County PUD #1 (PUD) Commissioners voted to approve the 2017 Budget, 2017 Strategic Plan, and board reorganization during the December 12, 2016, Commission Meeting. The budget process for Commissioners included work sessions and regular business meetings, which were all open to the public. The PUD’s approved Strategic Plan continues the emphasis of Providing Stable Rates to customers and being Financially Responsible. The 2017 budget reflects that with the Commissioners approving a staff recommended 3.8% average increase in retail electric… Read More
WASHINGTON PUD ASSOCIATION HONORS CLALLAM COUNTY PUD JOURNEYMAN LINEMAN Joe Helvey presented with Good Samaritan Award by the statewide association Sea-Tac, WA – The Washington Public Utility Districts Association presented its annual awards recognizing the outstanding dedicated service and commitment of individuals serving PUDs at the organization’s Annual Conference Thursday, December 1 in Vancouver, Washington. The Washington PUD Association presents awards annually for lifetime achievement, commitment to public service, and meritorious action in a life-threatening situation. This year, Clallam County… Read More
Clallam County PUD Commissioners passed a resolution establishing a PUD “Heroes Program” at its November 21st Commission meeting. The resolution establishing the program states that, “Throughout the history of the PUD there has been occasions where a PUD employee has acted meritoriously, above and beyond the normal course of duty; and, the District wishes to have a permanent program to recognize these efforts so they may be celebrated with public recognition.” After the resolution was unanimously passed, the first two… Read More
Update 2 (6:30pm): Power was restored at approximately 6:30pm. The cause a was vegetation in the line. Update 1 (5:50pm): Estimated restoration time is approximately 7:00pm. Thank you for your patience. Original Post: At just before 4:00pm residents in the Diamond Point area began experiencing a power outage. There are approximately 700 customers without power, and the cause appears to be a tree in a power line. PUD Crews are responding. There is not estimated time of restoration yet. Thank you… Read More
