Tacoma Power

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Tacoma Power is a public utility providing electrical power to Tacoma, Washington and the surrounding areas. Tacoma Power serves the cities of Tacoma, Fircrest, University Place, and Fife, and also provides service to parts of Steilacoom, Lakewood and unincorporated Pierce County. It is a division of the Tacoma Public Utilities and owns the Click! Network, developed by Steven Klein, Tacoma Power's former superintendent.

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[edit] History

In 1884 Charles B. Wright was granted the exclusive right to create Tacoma's first power and water company, incorporating the Tacoma Light and Water Company. Wright's system drew water from Tule and Spanaway Lakes and Clover Creek. The water was transported to the city through a 10-mile wooden flume that emptied into an in-town reservoir. The flume was mostly uncovered and attracted thirsty cows and children in search of a good wading pool.[1] This lead to the spread of disease. Tacoma Power was created in 1893 when the citizens of Tacoma voted to buy the privately owned Tacoma Light & Water Company to ensure its safety and longevity.

[edit] Board of Directors

Robert Casey, Chair
Tom Hilyard, Vice Chair
Laura Fox, Secretary
David Curry, Member[2]

[edit] Management team

Mark Crisson, Director of Utilities
William Gaines, Tacoma Power Superintendent
John Kirner, Tacoma Water Superintendent
Paula Henry, Tacoma Rail Superintendent
Steve Hatcher, Customer Services Manager[2]

[edit] Notes

  1. ^ Bjork v. Tacoma (1913) 76 Wash. 225, 135 Pac. 1005
  2. ^ a b Public Utility Board

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