Council reviews amended UAMPS power‑pooling agreement; item to return for action in two weeks

Parowan City Council spent a portion of its Feb. 26 meeting reviewing an amended and restated power pooling agreement with Utah Associated Municipal Power Systems (UAMPS) to accommodate entry into the extended day‑ahead market (EDAM).

Jeremy (speaker 3), who said he serves as the pool project chairman, explained the new agreement replaces the prior 1980 structure, adds annual purchase plans and explains how settlements, charges and cost causation will be allocated among members. He said the change is driven by EDAM and the need for clearer allocation of new market charge codes, and noted UAMPS is working with a third party on software to reflect the changes on utility bills.

Jeremy said the agreement “fully replaces the prior agreement” and described operational shifts, including obligations to demonstrate resource sufficiency day‑ahead and the creation of annual purchase plans that would allow UAMPS to make market purchases pursuant to those plans. He added the agreement includes audit and dispute‑resolution provisions intended to protect member utilities.

Council members discussed forecasting load and resource needs, noting recent commercial connections that may affect peak demand. Jeremy said staff will continue to refine forecasts and will bring a resolution to the council for action in two weeks.

Next steps: The item will return to the action meeting in two weeks with a draft resolution for council approval.