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Niles Council approves electric, sewer and water franchise ordinances with Bertrand Charter Township

City of Niles City Council · May 19, 2025
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Summary

The City Council unanimously approved updated electric, sewer and water franchise ordinances from Bertrand Charter Township and authorized the Utilities Manager to sign each agreement, clearing the way for updated utility franchise terms between the jurisdictions.

The City of Niles City Council voted unanimously May 19 to approve updated electric, sewer and water franchise ordinances from Bertrand Charter Township and authorized the Utilities Manager to sign each agreement. Councilmember Timothy Rogers moved the ordinances with Councilmember Jessica Nelson seconding; roll calls recorded all present members voting yea and each motion carried.

The approvals cover three separate franchise agreements (electric, sewer and water) intended to formalize utility service arrangements between the two jurisdictions. The motions were taken during the consent agenda process and drew no recorded public comment. The Utilities Manager was designated to execute the agreements on behalf of the city.