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Austin proclaims Austin Energy Week as utility marks 130 years
Summary
The Austin City Council proclaimed May 2025 as Austin Energy Week to mark the 130th anniversary of the city-owned utility, highlighting its history, customer programs and role in the region’s clean-energy transition.
The Austin City Council proclaimed May 2025 as Austin Energy Week in recognition of Austin Energy’s 130th anniversary and the utility’s role as a city-owned electric provider.
Council Member Chito Vela, joined by Mayor Pro Tem Vanessa Fuentes, called attention to the utility’s origins in the 1890s, noting that "more than a hundred 30 years ago, Austinites voted to create a city owned electric utility." He urged residents to view the anniversary as a reminder of long-term public investments in the city’s infrastructure.
The proclamation recounts early milestones…
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