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Washington approves amended power-sales deal to boost peak‑shaving savings; 1 councilmember objects

Washington City Council · April 1, 2026
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Summary

The City Council adopted an amended Full Requirements Power Sales Agreement with the North Carolina Eastern Municipal Power Agency to increase generation flexibility and capture additional peak‑shaving savings; the ordinance passed 4‑1 with Councilmember Bobby E. Roberson opposed.

The Washington City Council on Nov. 14 adopted an ordinance authorizing an amended and restated Full Requirements Power Sales Agreement with the North Carolina Eastern Municipal Power Agency (NCEMPA) intended to give the city more flexibility to shave peak electricity demand.

City Manager Jonathan Russell told the council the change complements a recent update to the city’s power…

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