OAR 330-040-0020: Required Information on Reason of Formation

An applicant seeking an order from the Director authorizing formation of a joint operating agency shall, by the submission of factual information, demonstrate: (1) The specific reasons why the applicant believes it is necessary or desirable to form a joint operating agency. (2) Activities that the joint operating agency will take to either plan for or provide an adequate supply of electric energy to meet the needs of publicly owned utilities in Oregon. (3) The time frame within which the identified activities will be undertaken. (4) In the event that the joint operating agency will not be active in either planning for or providing electric energy immediately following its formation, a statement as to why the Director should authorize formation of a joint operating agency at the present time.