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Entergy Louisiana is set to pay over $26,000 for a right-of-way across parish land, paving the way for crucial electrical infrastructure improvements tied to the Meta plant's demand.

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Right-of-way servitude for Entergy Louisiana offered $26,832.80 for parish property
The Lincoln Parish Police Jury packet included a resolution asking the jury to grant Entergy Louisiana a right-of-way and utility servitude across parish property for the Mt. Olive to Sarepta substation project; Entergy offered $26,832.80 in compensation.
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November 11, 2026 at 1:05 AM
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Smithville's council has unanimously approved new inspection standards for electric utility poles, ensuring safety and compliance with state regulations after major storms!

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Council adopts PUC inspection and reporting standards for municipally owned utility under SB 1789
Smithville adopted substantive rule 25.61 requirements under Senate Bill 1789 for the city's municipal electric utility, including periodic inspections of distribution poles and post-storm inspection timelines.
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November 10, 2026 at 3:57 PM
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Tallmadge residents may soon see their water bills rise significantly as Akron's upcoming rate hikes force a budget overhaul—are you ready for the changes?

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Akron’s announced water-rate hikes force Tallmadge to revise customer rates and budget
City staff told council Akron’s planned wholesale water increases will raise Tallmadge’s costs beginning Jan. 1, 2027; staff will present revised rates and an amended Exhibit A at next week’s session to reflect those impacts.
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November 7, 2026 at 5:46 AM
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BGE's use of a single $487.65 outage cost for all customers raised eyebrows as commissioners questioned whether this oversimplified approach could misrepresent the true benefits for nonresidential feeders.

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BGE used blended ICE value of $487.65 to justify recloser program; commissioners press feeder-level detail
Commissioners questioned BGE's program-level use of a blended avoided-outage cost ($487.65 per customer) for Project 60808 reclosers, and whether applying a single value across feeders obscures residential vs. nonresidential differences.
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November 10, 2026 at 3:05 PM
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Moose Lake City Council is weighing a proposed $13 monthly charge to fund crucial water system repairs, sparking a debate on how to best manage our essential public utility.

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Council debates water and sewer budgets; staff to model $13/month capital charge and alternative rate increases
Council discussed the 2027 water and sewer budgets, including a proposed water-system capital improvement charge (example shown: $13/month) to save roughly $90,000 per year toward an anticipated water-tower rehabilitation; staff will model this charge and multiple rate increase scenarios for the December meeting.
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November 12, 2026 at 12:58 PM
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A new repowering analysis reveals that upgrading solar panels at town facilities could nearly double their energy output, significantly boosting sustainability efforts in the community.

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Repowering could roughly double output at Superior’s treatment‑plant arrays, consultants say
BlueStrike told ACES a repowering analysis shows newer panels and inverter replacements could roughly double solar output at some town sites, increasing solar contribution at the wastewater plant from about 14% to 30% and at the water plant from about 48% to 83% of those sites’ load.
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November 6, 2026 at 8:07 AM
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Monterey Park is taking steps to ease water bills for residents facing extraordinary circumstances, but will it strike the right balance?

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Council introduces ordinance to allow limited water‑bill adjustments for 'good cause'
Staff presented a proposed municipal code amendment to authorize the finance director to approve downward adjustments to water consumption charges for documented extraordinary circumstances (limited to two billing periods, requests within 90 days); council moved to introduce and waive the first reading with reporting back and approved unanimously.
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November 7, 2026 at 7:05 PM
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Holdrege's electric fund could face a staggering $2.5 million deficit by 2030, prompting a recommended 8.7% rate increase for 2027!

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Holdrege rate consultant warns of $2.5 million electric deficit; recommends 8.7% increase
A consultant told the council the electric fund could run a roughly $2.5 million annual deficit by 2030 and recommended an 8.7% rate increase for fiscal 2027 and other changes; the council asked questions about customer impacts, assistance and timing.
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November 4, 2026 at 5:17 AM
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A heated debate unfolds in Coffee County as officials grapple with whether to use taxpayer dollars for a waterline project that must benefit the public, not just private interests.

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Attorney says county may fund waterlines if public benefit is clear; Sarton Road debate returns to commission
County attorney told the committee the county has previously partnered on water projects and can fund a waterline if it serves a public, not merely private, purpose. The committee moved to send the JE Sarton Road item back to the full legislative body after residents and staff described unresolved issues around a prior $35,000 allocation and Manchester's requirement for 6‑inch mains.
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November 5, 2026 at 4:20 AM
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After growing outrage over exorbitant water bills, Owosso council is taking action to prevent shutoffs—could this be the relief residents have been waiting for?

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Owosso council directs staff to draft moratorium on water shutoffs after resident complaints
Council voted to direct staff to prepare language to roll out a moratorium on water shutoffs, following multiple public comments about high bills and confusion over payment arrangements; staff will bring draft language to the next meeting for a roll-call vote.
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November 5, 2026 at 1:25 AM
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Upper Saucon Township is weighing the potential purchase of the Coopersburg sewer system amidst alarming meter exceedances and critical valuation analyses.

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Authority reviews Coopersburg sewer valuation as meter data shows multiple exceedances
The Upper Saucon Municipal Authority reviewed a valuation analysis for a possible purchase of the Coopersburg sewer system and noted eight meter exceedances in September; the presentation cited income- and asset-based valuation methods and called for further inspection of pending repairs.
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November 3, 2026 at 10:28 PM
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Water Superintendent Drew Camping is pushing for a controversial 10% rate hike to tackle rising operational costs and secure the city's water fund—will the council agree?

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Water superintendent recommends 10% rate increase to bolster reserves
Drew Camping, the water superintendent, presented a proposed 2027 water budget and recommended a 10% rate increase to reduce withdrawals from the fund balance while covering higher chemical, power and debt costs.
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November 2, 2026 at 6:59 PM
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A Wisconsin district is stepping up to challenge a private entity's bid to become an electric public utility, aiming to protect community interests and address concerns about proposed power lines.

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Board authorizes intervention in utility application opposing proposed power site
Trustees authorized district staff to file a request to intervene before the Wisconsin Public Service Commission concerning an application to form an electric public utility and a proposed power-line/site; the action instructs the district administrator to represent district interests in the proceeding.
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November 1, 2026 at 7:06 PM
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All this talk about #datacenters while the US has a whole desert in Nevada.. Why not pile on all those data centers there.. and then tap sea water for cooling.. and voila... #AI can exist and communities remain unaffected by water and #energy shortages.. 🤷🤷

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October 30, 2026 at 11:24 AM
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Lawrence is facing a $60 million challenge to fix its sewer system, and new rate increases are on the table—will you support the proposed changes?

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Committee hears case for sewer-rate increases to fund roughly $60 million in EPA-mandated projects
City utility staff and consultants told the Lawrence Common Council finance committee that EPA mandates and rising treatment costs require phased sewer-rate increases to fund about $60,000,000 in capital projects and to improve system reliability; the committee recommended the ordinance be forwarded to full council.
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October 29, 2026 at 7:23 AM
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Solvay's electric utility is facing a significant financial shift as it reports a $7,600 monthly charge for the next four years due to unexpected power curtailments and rising market prices.

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Solvay electric utility reports 63 PSC interrogatories and a PPAC charge tied to winter curtailment
Solvay Electric told trustees it has received 63 interrogatories (233 items) in a PSC rate review and that curtailment events forced NYPA to buy replacement power, resulting in the village's share of charges being shifted into a purchase-power adjustment of about $7,600 a month for four years.
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October 28, 2026 at 2:37 AM
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Richland County faces a critical decision as the clock ticks down on a 14-day intervention window to challenge a controversial 765 kV transmission line project that could change the landscape forever.

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Counsel outlines legal path as Richland County mulls intervention in 765 kV transmission docket
County counsel and the Wisconsin Counties Association told the Richland County Board that counties can intervene in the PSC certificate-of-authority process to challenge Mid Continent Green Solutions’ attempt to gain public-utility status; speakers urged a rapid decision because the PSC shortened intervention deadlines to 14 days.
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October 28, 2026 at 3:07 AM
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The City of Forks is poised to raise sewer rates significantly to ensure the wastewater system can meet its financial obligations – will your monthly bill be affected?

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Sewer rate increase proposed for City of Forks to shore up wastewater finances
The City of Forks is scheduled to consider Ordinance No. 698 on Oct. 26, 2026, which would raise monthly sewer rates under alternative scenarios (10% or 13.85%) to meet system-replacement and tax obligations; the adjustment would apply to the December 2026 billing cycle.
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October 26, 2026 at 9:17 PM
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Tennessee's board has just certified the 2026 ad valorem assessments, making crucial technical changes for state-assessed companies—find out what this means for the future!

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Board certifies 2026 ad valorem assessments for state-assessed companies
After staff review, the board approved staff-recommended value changes for state-assessed public utility and common carrier companies and certified the roll as amended.
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October 26, 2026 at 9:36 AM
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The Jefferson County Board is poised to take a stand against the controversial 765-kV BECI transmission project that could impact local homes, businesses, and natural resources.

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Jefferson County Board asked to authorize intervention in 765-kV BECI transmission project
The Jefferson County Board of Supervisors is scheduled on October 27, 2026, to consider a resolution authorizing the county to intervene in Wisconsin Public Service Commission proceedings over Midcontinent Grid Solutions’ proposed 765-kV BECI transmission line and to contract outside legal counsel. The packet notes a $50,000 contingency transfer to secure counsel.
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October 26, 2026 at 12:21 PM
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Supervisors are considering a public discussion with PA American Water about the future of our local water authority, but residents want their voices heard!

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Supervisors discuss PA American Water inquiry about local water authority
Board members discussed an outreach from PA American Water regarding National Pipe (the local water authority). Supervisors said the water authority or both municipalities (township and borough) would need to agree before any sale, noted PUC rate regulation, and suggested hosting company representatives for a public Q&A.
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October 25, 2026 at 8:52 PM
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Lordstown's board is pushing forward with its challenge against TEC's PTI renewal and considering a major credit proposal to resolve a contentious water billing dispute.

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Lordstown keeps TEC PTI appeal alive, explores credit to settle disputed water billing
The board reviewed ongoing appeals against the Trumbull Energy Center PTI renewal and debated offering a partial credit to resolve a disputed May billing period instead of pursuing arbitration, while soliciting a timeline and supporting documents.
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October 25, 2026 at 4:37 PM
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A proposed transmission route linked to a new substation near Watts Township could disturb 386 acres, raising concerns about local impacts on land use and the tax base.

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Planning commission to draft letter after PPL/consultant maps show large transmission corridor near proposed Watts Township data center
Staff told the Perry County Planning Commission a Verdantas filing on behalf of PPL shows a new transmission route and substation near a proposed Watts Township data center that could disturb hundreds of acres; commissioners asked staff to draft a letter for review next month.
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October 25, 2026 at 1:02 PM
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The Oklahoma Corporation Commission is set to discuss a pivotal amendment regarding a new Extra Large Load tariff from Oklahoma Gas and Electric, potentially reshaping the future of energy service frameworks.

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New extra‑large‑load tariff and briefing schedule for Oklahoma Gas and Electric Company on Corporation Commissioners’ Oct. 21 agenda
The Oklahoma Corporation Commission was scheduled Oct. 21 to consider a proposed amendment to a procedural schedule and to hear motions and exceptions tied to Oklahoma Gas and Electric Company’s application for a new Extra Large Load tariff and a regulatory asset to recover portfolio optimization software costs (PUD2026-000046).
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October 25, 2026 at 12:40 AM
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The Department of Defense is raising alarms over new tariff rules that could lump together unrelated federal accounts, potentially impacting millions in electricity costs across Maryland.

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Department of Defense asks commission to clarify treatment of federal accounts
A Department of Defense attorney urged the Commission to clarify whether federal agencies should be aggregated or exempt from the large-load tariff, warning that treating the federal government as a single 'customer' could pull many unrelated federal meters into the tariff.
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October 24, 2026 at 11:14 AM