Board members debate fixed vs. variable energy contracts, plan follow-up

Apr 29, 2026

Board members discussed shifting town energy billing to a single RGME provider (also transcribed as 'RGNE'), compared 12-month fixed contracts and variable rates, noted vendors provide rates but not guaranteed savings, and agreed to pursue more vendor follow-up before deciding.

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Board members spent the bulk of the meeting weighing whether to switch the town—rom two energy bills to a single RGME arrangement and whether to choose a fixed or variable pricing contract. Speaker 1 (Committee member) said the proposed change would mean "We will only be getting an RGME and no more direct energy," framing the discussion around simplifying billing and potential cost savings.

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