Ruby Flats Solar Potential 10MW Power Purchase Agreement (PPA)

A recent meeting document Richland - Utility Advisory Committee Meeting Agenda Packet - 2026-05-12 indicates a future potential acquisition The Utility Advisory Committee's forward agenda for July 2026 includes discussion of a potential 10MW Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) for the Ruby Flats Solar project. While details are not yet finalized, this indicates the city is considering entering into a new PPA for solar energy, which would require outside contracting with a solar developer, legal review, and potentially engineering and interconnection services. This type of project typically results in a multi-million dollar, multi-year contract for renewable energy supply.