Municipal Electric Utility Feasibility Study
Summary
Open forum speakers say Duke Energy admitted overcharging residents by over $90 million in storm recovery costs and delayed acting on it. They're pushing the city to complete a feasibility study on alternatives to Duke before the 30-year franchise relationship is renewed.
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Last discussed Jun 4, 2026.
Impact analysis
Residents reportedly overpaid over $90 million in storm recovery costs, which factors into future electric bills.
Residents and businesses who could see lower electric bills or municipalization options if the study moves forward.
Taxpayers and utility customers could face steep rate hikes or higher taxes to pay for the buyout.
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Duke Energy puts a $4.1B price on a St. Petersburg breakup before City Hall makes its next move
Duke Energy puts a $4.1B price on a St. Petersburg breakup before City Hall makes its next move Florida Politics
City Council - Jun 4, 2026
The council was set to consider spending up to $590,000 to study whether St. Pete should break away and run its own electric utility. If pursued, it could change who provides residents' power and how rates are set.
City Council - May 21, 2026
Open forum speakers say Duke Energy admitted overcharging residents by over $90 million in storm recovery costs and delayed acting on it. They're pushing the city to complete a feasibility study on alternatives to Duke before the 30-year franchise relationship is renewed.
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