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Cleveland Public Power warns of higher purchase-power and transmission costs; staffing and expansion debated
Summary
Cleveland Public Power (CPP) officials told council they expect purchase‑power costs to rise in 2025 and described transmission and capacity charges as major drivers. Council members pressed CPP on staffing shortfalls, tree‑trimming and longer‑term expansion plans, including service‑area growth such as to the airport.
Cleveland Public Power officials told council on Feb. 27 that they expect sharp increases in purchase‑power and transmission costs for 2025, and council members pressed the utility on workforce shortages and long‑term growth plans.
CPP Commissioner Eamon Danielson and Department of Public Utilities staff said the budget includes a projected $114,000,000 purchase‑power line for 2025, up from about $104,000,000 budgeted in 2024. Staff said the 2024 year was “a light weather year” that reduced actual power purchases; the 2025 budget reflects both higher market prices for replacement power and an allowance for peak demand. The commission explained purchase power covers the energy CPP must buy in wholesale markets; transmission costs pay to move that power to CPP’s system and…
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