2026 Annual Meeting and Luncheon-Trinity United Methodist Church, Friendship Hall-Colusa
Event Date:
February 21, 2026
Event Time:
12:00 pm
Event Location:
Trinity United Methodist Church Friendship Hall, 511 Oak Street, Colusa, California, 95932, USA
Event Description
Charles Price, a Principal Business Analyst with PG&E who lives in an historic house across the street from the historic Carnegie Library in Colusa, will speak on the history of energy and power in the Colusi County geographic area.
Electricity’s history in Colusa County involves early agricultural power, the arrival of electric streetcars like the Northern Electric Railroad around the 1900s, the later establishment of large natural gas plants such as the Colusa Generating Station (2010), and modern microgrids for tribal communities, with PG&E eventually supplying power after early regional developments in Sacramento, reflecting a shift from local power to large-scale generation and self-sufficient energy.
Early Electrification & Transportation – While Sacramento saw its first major electrical distribution in 1894, Colusa County’s access followed the broader California trend, often tied to broader PG&E service areas.
- Electric Railroads:The early 20th century brought electric interurban lines, including the Northern Electric Railroad, which extended lines through Colusa, powering industry and connecting communities, even if some local lines (like the Colusa & Lake RR) remained steam-powered.
Major Power Generation
- Colusa Generating Station:A significant development was the construction of the 660-megawatt natural gas-fired Colusa Generating Station, certified in 2008 and becoming operational in 2010, providing substantial power to the region.
- Colusa Community:The Colusa Indian Community and Farmers has been a leader in modern, localized energy, developing microgrids and solar projects to achieve 100% renewable power for homes and businesses, expanding their self-sufficiency.
In essence, Colusa County’s story includes early rail electrification, the establishment of large-scale gas power, and a modern push toward tribal and farmer -based renewable energy, all built upon its rich agricultural foundation.
The Director’s meeting will begin at 10:00 am with the luncheon beginning at noon. The luncheon will be lasagna, salad, bread, and cookies.
