Item 8 Passed 10-0
In plain language — from the agenda backup
This is the first reading of an ordinance giving Bluebonnet Electric Cooperative a non-exclusive franchise to build, maintain, and operate transmission and distribution lines within the city to deliver electric service in its certificated area. Franchise deals like this set the terms for how a utility uses public rights-of-way, and they bring money into city coffers — here, an estimated $196,400 in annual franchise revenue is anticipated.
The official agenda language
Approve first reading of an ordinance granting to Bluebonnet Electric Cooperative, Inc., a non-exclusive franchise for constructing, maintaining, operating and using a transmission and distribution system in the City to provide electric utility services within its certificated area. Funding: Estimated annual franchise revenue in the amount of $196,400 is anticipated under this franchise agreement.
The roll call
Approved on Consent 10-0
- Kirk Watson Mayor Yes
- Natasha Harper-Madison D1 Yes
- Vanessa Fuentes D2 Absent
- José Velásquez D3 Yes
- José "Chito" Vela D4 Yes
- Ryan Alter D5 Yes
- Krista Laine D6 Yes
- Mike Siegel D7 Yes
- Paige Ellis D8 Yes
- Zohaib "Zo" Qadri D9 Yes
- Marc Duchen D10 Yes