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The committee voted 4-0 to recommend that City Council approve the Energy Services chapter of Ellensburg’s Capital Facilities and Utilities Comprehensive Plan. Staff also reported that third-party excavation is the leading cause of utility interruptions, with about 2–3 excavation damages annually in the city’s gas service area.
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The recommendation supports updating the city’s long-term plan for energy-related facilities and services, but City Council must still review it. Staff said public education about calling 811 before digging has helped reduce damage to gas infrastructure. The minutes identify the meeting date as June 18, 2026, while the provided agenda identifies July 16, 2026.
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