What does this franchise allow Avista to do in Culdesac?

It lets Avista install, operate, maintain and relocate electric facilities in city rights-of-way for 25 years, following laws and city rules.

Will the city still control how Avista works in public areas?

Yes, the city can make reasonable rules, require relocations, and set restoration expectations after excavations.

Can Avista trim trees near power lines under this ordinance?

Yes, the franchise allows Avista to operate a vegetation management program connected to its activities.

Ordinance — Culdesac

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The City of Culdesac proposes Ordinance No. 26-04 granting Avista Utilities a non-exclusive 25-year franchise to install, operate, maintain and relocate electric facilities in the city's public rights-of-way, subject to city rules, industry standards and state/federal regulations.

Key Takeaways

25-year non-exclusive franchise for Avista Utilities
Allows installation and operation of electric facilities in rights-of-way
Avista must follow industry standards and laws
City can require relocation and set reasonable rules
Vegetation management and informal dispute resolution allowed

Published: May 19, 2026 · today
Category: Ordinance
City: Culdesac

What to do next

1

Review full ordinance text

Obtain the complete Ordinance No. 26-04 from the City of Culdesac to see detailed terms and requirements.

2

Attend city meeting

Watch for the city council meeting or public hearing schedule to comment or ask questions about the franchise.

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Contact city officials

Contact the City of Culdesac offices for clarifications on relocation, excavation, or vegetation management requirements.

Frequently asked questions

What does this franchise allow Avista to do in Culdesac?: It lets Avista install, operate, maintain and relocate electric facilities in city rights-of-way for 25 years, following laws and city rules.
Will the city still control how Avista works in public areas?: Yes, the city can make reasonable rules, require relocations, and set restoration expectations after excavations.
Can Avista trim trees near power lines under this ordinance?: Yes, the franchise allows Avista to operate a vegetation management program connected to its activities.

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Legal terms in this notice

public right of way: Public land like streets or sidewalks where utilities can place facilities.
non-exclusive franchise: A permit allowing the company to operate without barring others from also operating.
vegetation management program: Planned trimming or removal of plants to protect utility lines and operations.

Full Notice Text

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	204744NOTICE:CITY OF CULDESACPROPOSED FRANCHISEORDINANCE NO. 26-04SUMMARYOrdinance No. 26-04 will grant Avista Corporation dba Avista Utilities a non-exclusive public utility franchise to locate, construct, install, own, maintain, repair, reconstruct, operate and use facilities within the City's public right of way [the Franchise Area] for the purposes of the transmission, control and distribution of electricity within the City for a term of 25 years. Avista agrees to meet accepted industry standards and conform with applicable federal and state laws, as well as the regulations of the appropriate state regulatory body with jurisdiction, in the conduct of its operations under the Franchise. The City reserves the right to make reasonable rules and regulations pertaining to the conduct of Avista's operations within the Franchise Area. Avista must not interfere with any existing facilities of other utilities. Avista is authorized to make necessary excavations within the Franchise Area; excavations must be carried out with reasonable dispatch, and the area restored, with as little interference to the public as may be reasonable. Avista must relocate its facilities in the franchise area at the City's request. Avista may operate a vegetation management program in connection with franchised activities. Provisions are made for informal dispute resolution.

          
          

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