Grower Satisfaction Survey Shows Strong Approval: The District completed its first-ever comprehensive grower satisfaction survey with 242 responses from irrigation customers. Results showed 93.8% overall satisfaction - significantly higher than peer irrigation districts in California (which averaged 59%) and general utility customers (77%). Key strengths included communication with customers, reliability of service, and value for cost, with irrigation rates scoring 81% satisfaction despite typically being a lower-rated category.
Renewable Energy Power Purchase Agreement Authorized for Negotiation and Execution: The Board authorized negotiating a 25-year agreement for a 130-megawatt solar facility paired with 130-megawatt battery storage system. This project, located just outside TID territory but electrically connected to the system, will help meet state renewable energy requirements (60% by 2030) while avoiding transmission charges of $14-16 per megawatt hour. The fixed-price contract with no escalators is projected to provide net savings compared to purchasing energy separately while improving system reliability during peak demand periods.
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