Allen County explores multi-county electric aggregation to lower rates
Summary
Commissioners discussed joining a pooling group for electric aggregation with Hardin, Seneca, Paulding and Putnam counties via CCAO and Palmer Energy to pursue lower rates and adequate capacity; commissioners expressed conditional support pending rate proposals.
On April 7 the Board of Allen County Commissioners heard a presentation from CCAO and Palmer Energy about forming a multi-county electric aggregation pool that could include Allen, Hardin, Seneca, Paulding and Putnam counties.
Presenters said the group approach could potentially lower electric costs by aggregating purchasing power, but emphasized that capacity and final rates would determine county participation. Commissioners indicated they are open to participating depending on the rates and capacity assurances provided.
The presenters and commissioners discussed the number of counties proposed for the pool and the need to analyze specific rate proposals before any formal commitment. No binding decision or contract was approved at the meeting.
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