Mayor introduces NOPEC green community-choice resolution; council hears cost estimate and filing deadline
October 29, 2025 | Richmond Heights City Council, Richmond Heights, Cuyahoga County, Ohio
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A councilmember noted that the city must submit the resolution to NOPEC by February 2026 in order to participate in the June/July 2026 start. Council discussion described the program as sourcing electricity from renewable energy; the presentation included an estimate that participation could increase costs for an average household by up to $75 per month. The transcript does not record a confirmed statement about whether individual customers would be able to opt out automatically; the presenter said they were not certain of opt-out details.
One councilmember said they would like to hold the second reading. The transcript excerpt does not record a formal vote or final disposition of Resolution No. 135-2025 within the provided excerpt.
Ending: The item remains on the agenda for future action; staff and council will need to confirm opt-out procedures, the precise cost estimate and whether the council will move forward before the Feb. 2026 filing deadline.
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