Osmose Utilities Inc. has contracted with the District to provide testing, inspection and treatment of all wood poles in the Pateros area and Highway 153 corridor to Carlton, WA.  This work will include some light hand excavation at the base of power poles.  Pole testing is done annually to test for defects and structural issues with power poles.  It is a vital operations function to ensure safe and reliable delivery of electrical power to our ratepayer residences and businesses.  We appreciate the cooperation and understanding of our ratepayers while we complete this work.  For information, concerns or questions about pole testing, please contact the PUD's Right of Way Superintendent, Roy Schwilke at (509) 422-8473 or roys@okpud.org.