The Van Alstyne City Council will consider a 36 month electricity agreement with NRG Energy. The proposal sets a rate of $0.07492 per kilowatt hour for service beginning June 1, 2029.
Jubal Pennington
July 18, 20261 min read
The Van Alstyne City Council is scheduled to address a proposed utility agreement during its July 14, 2026 meeting.
The agenda item outlines a 36 month supply period for municipal electricity.
NRG Energy, operating under the Reliant brand, is listed as the proposed provider.
The agreement establishes a fixed rate of $0.07492 per kilowatt hour.
Council members will vote on the proposal alongside an accompanying resolution.
The action requires formal approval to finalize the utility procurement process.
City Council - Jul 14 2026 (2026-07-14). Retrieved from https://cityofvanalstyne.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=4418
Jubal Pennington
Jubal Pennington writes about community life, schools, public safety, and neighborhood happenings around Van Alstyne.
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