Hydroelectric operations contract extension with Ampersand tabled

The Watertown City Council tabled a proposed one-year extension of its Hydroelectric Operations and Maintenance Agreement with Ampersand New York Operations Company, LLC, which would run from July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2027. Council members cited concerns over a proposed 12% fee increase and opted to delay action while seeking more justification and considering a competitive RFP for hydro services.

Scope & details

The full contract record, as filed.

Contract type

FACILITIES

Contract term

July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2027 (one-year extension)

Renewal date

2027-06-30

Renewal

Original agreement effective July 1, 2023, for a three-year term ending June 30, 2026, with options for additional one-, two-, or three-year extensions by mutual agreement; a one-year extension through June 30, 2027 with a 12% compensation increase was proposed but not yet approved.

Document type

Minutes

Source document

City of Watertown Minutes July 20, 2026

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City of Watertown Agenda Packet 2026-08-03

EXTENDED

City of Watertown, New York$331,716.00 (2026–2027), $351,618.96 (2027–2028), $372,716.10 (2028–2029)Aug 3, 2026

City of Watertown Agenda Packet 2026-07-20

EXTENDED

City of Watertown, New York$337,747.20 (Base Monthly Operations Fee $153,148.80 + Maintenance Services $184,598.40 for one year)Jul 20, 2026

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Who was awarded the facilities contract by City of Watertown?

Ampersand New York Operations Company Llc was awarded this facilities contract by City of Watertown, as recorded on July 20, 2026.

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