Electric rate committee recommends restricting revenue – Wilson Times

Response: “It’s been a waste of time to continue to study and study and study and do nothing,” Dew said. “The legislature created this monster years ago and the legislature should slay this monster.”

I totally agree with Ricardo Dew whom have done much research and study on ElectriCities. I agree with all that he has said addressing this issue be it in Wilson and Rocky Mount NC. C. Dancy II – The Political Agitator

RALEIGH — State lawmakers believe their best shot at reducing electric rates in the future is through legislation.

The Municipal Power Agency Relief subcommittee, co-chaired by Sen. Buck Newton, R-Wilson, and Rep. Jeff Collins, R-Nash, finalized its study report Thursday that recommends legislation that restricts the use of electric fund revenues and requires revenues be used for debt payments. (More)

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Electric rate group to vote today – Wilson Times

A subcommittee tasked with finding a way to reduce electric rates in eastern North Carolina will conclude its study today and vote on its findings.

The subcommittee report could include a recommendation to seek legislation that would restrict the use of electric fund revenues by the municipalities that sell electricity supplied through the N.C. Eastern Municipal Power Agency. The city of Wilson is one of 32 NCEMPA member cities. (More)

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NCEMPA budget passes; Evans votes in opposition

The N.C. Eastern Municipal Power Agency board approved its 2012 budget but not without some opposition.

Wilson City Councilman Donald Evans voted against the $719.6 million budget because it includes funding for merit pay increases, based on individual performance, and funding to retain or recognize employees. The budget includes a 3 percent merit pool and $45,000 for retention and recognition. (Read more)

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Council praised for challenging Sanderson/Council adds $50K to utility fund – Source: The Wilson Times

More than 20 residents showed their support Thursday night to the Wilson City Council for its commitment to challenge the possible construction of a chicken processing plant in Nash County.

In other matters, the council approved:

* Appropriating $50,000 to its utility assistance fund, which helps residents struggling to pay their utility bills. (Paid Content)