Subject:
Title
Request to Set a Public of Hearing for Renewal of Franchise Agreement/Ordinance with Washington Gas.
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EXPLANATION AND SUMMARY: Washington Gas previously obtained a franchise to install and provide a natural gas distribution system in the Town of Vienna. In 1984, the Town Council adopted a franchise ordinance and it has expired. Washington Gas wishes to renew the franchise and the Town Attorney has recommended an updated franchise be adopted and has been working with staff and Washington Gas representatives to come to agreement on general terms and conditions acceptable to all parties.
Departmental Recommendation: Recommend Approval
Finance Recommendation:
Purchasing Recommendation:
Town Attorney Recommendation: The Town Attorney recommends the Town Council set a public hearing to consider the granting of a franchise extension and adoption of a franchise ordinance for Washington Gas.
Town Manager's Recommendation: I recommend the Town Council set a Public Hearing for the purpose of considering the Renewal of the Franchise Agreement and ordinance with Washington Gas for the Council Meeting of April 9, 2018 as presented.
Cost and Financing: N/A
Account Number: N/A
Decision Needed by This date: N/A
PROPOSED/SUGGESTED MOTION
Recommended Action
"I move to set a Public Hearing for the purpose of considering the Renewal of the Franchise Agreement and ordinance with Washington Gas for the Council Meeting of April 9, 2018."
Or
Other action deemed necessary by Council.