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Oakdale council approves $75,000 feasibility study on switching from PG&E to Modesto Irrigation District
Summary
Council authorized a $75,000 agreement with Bell Burnett & Associates to study the feasibility of transitioning Oakdale electricity service from PG&E to Modesto Irrigation District (MID). PG&E urged delay and offered further briefings; supporters cited high bills and urged the study. Vote 5-0.
Oakdale City Council unanimously approved a $75,000 feasibility study to evaluate whether transitioning electricity service from Pacific Gas & Electric (PG&E) to Modesto Irrigation District (MID) is feasible logistically and financially.
Staff presented a proposal from Bell Burnett & Associates and said the firm was recommended for its experience in utility feasibility work. The study will examine technical, legal, operational and financial requirements of a potential transition. Staff noted earlier council direction to obtain consultant recommendations and said the $75,000 would be funded from general-fund contract services in the next fiscal year. Staff also…
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