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Kenner council renews Entergy franchise after debate over unremoved utility poles and service transfers
Summary
The Kenner City Council approved a franchise agreement with Entergy Louisiana LLC, drawing criticism from council members about unremoved pole stubs and transfer delays. Entergy acknowledged transfer-process issues involving multiple utilities and pledged improved coordination.
The Kenner City Council on Jan. 9 approved Summary Ordinance No. 13,710, granting a franchise agreement with Entergy Louisiana LLC to provide electric service in the city. The council approved the measure by voice vote with a 6-0-1 tally; Councilwoman McKenney abstained, saying she is an Entergy employee and would not vote.
The franchise renewal carries a revenue provision of 2% of Entergy’s gross revenue from Kenner residents (excluding government accounts). City staff said the agreement is expected to yield about $1,700,000 this year, which offsets some municipal street-lighting costs.
Council members pressed Entergy officials over maintenance and lingering “stub” poles that residents and council members said have remained in the…
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