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Dickinson council approves resolutions to oppose TNMP increase and pause CenterPoint gas change
Summary
Council adopted a resolution urging denial of Texas‑New Mexico Power Co.'s rate request and separately voted to suspend the April 18, 2026 effective date of a CenterPoint gas rate change for up to 45 days while settlement talks continue.
The Dickinson City Council approved two utility‑rate actions: a resolution opposing a Texas‑New Mexico Power Co. (TNMP) rate increase and a resolution suspending the proposed effective date of a CenterPoint Energy gas adjustment.
Legal counsel explained the procedures: for the TNMP case, the council adopted a resolution finding the company's rate application should be denied and requested the company reimburse the city’s reasonable rate‑case expenses while settlement negotiations continue. On the CenterPoint gas proposal, council voted to suspend the April 18, 2026 effective date for the maximum statutory 45 days to allow more time for review and negotiation. Legal counsel emphasized the suspension delays the change but does not set final rates.
Both motions were approved by voice vote. Council members asked whether the city has jurisdiction over both companies and were told the city acts on rate filings that are brought before it; separate filings are required for different service providers and geographies. The actions are procedural steps that preserve the city’s right to participate in settlements and to seek reimbursement of rate‑case expenses.
