EV Charging Station User Fees
Summary
Since Duke Energy's free pilot ended about two years ago, the city has been paying for electricity drivers use for free. A resolution Tuesday would start charging fees at four public locations to make the program self-sustaining.
At a glance
- Total mentions
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- Last 30 days
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Last discussed Feb 24, 2026.
Impact analysis
Fees would shift charging costs from the city's budget to EV users, aiding budgeting and equipment replacement.
City taxpayers, who stop subsidizing free EV charging; EV drivers pay their own way.
EV drivers who have enjoyed free charging at city stations will begin paying.
Mentions & discussions (3)
Board of Commissioners - Feb 24, 2026
Resolution 2026-07 would let the city start charging users at city-owned electric vehicle charging stations — EV drivers would begin paying for a service that may have been free.
Sustainability - Feb 19, 2026
Since Duke Energy's free pilot ended about two years ago, the city has been paying for electricity drivers use for free. A resolution Tuesday would start charging fees at four public locations to make the program self-sustaining.
Board of Commissioners - Jan 27, 2026
A resident reported that public EV chargers near Tula's restaurant are largely broken with a disconnected service number — an embarrassing first impression for visitors. Replacements could cost about $600 each plus a day of the city electrician's time.
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