Committee of the Whole - Jun 08 2026

The City of Hilliard Committee of the Whole meeting on June 8, 2026, focused primarily on the city's electric aggregation program and facilities renovation updates. The electric aggregation presentation detailed the program's success in saving residents an average of $557 each, totaling over $4.3 million in community savings since its inception in 2023. The discussion included an overview of rising capacity and energy costs, the results of a recent RFP with three supplier responses, and options for contract terms ranging from 12 months to longer durations. Council was asked to provide direction on contract term preferences and to authorize the city manager to finalize agreements before the July deadline. Additionally, an update on city facilities renovations was provided, highlighting a $400,000 budget approved for 2026 to improve office space and make restrooms ADA accessible, with minor modifications planned for city hall and the operations administrative building. No formal votes or motions were recorded in the transcript, but action items include council's decision on electric aggregation contract terms and authorization for contract execution.