Austin Energy Still Hasn't Fixed Problems With Utility Bill Discounts on Expensive Homes

Consumer advocate requests audit of AE's Customer Assistance Program

"...been updated since publication with additional information provided by Austin Energy...."

Jan. 29, 2021 News Feature by Lina Fisher

Then There's This: Another Swipe at Austin Energy

State report calls for slashing low-income assistance program

"...An Austin Energy assistance program that helps keep the lights on..."

Feb. 22, 2013 News Column by Amy Smith

Austin Energy’s New Low-Income Solar Deal

Utility wants to enact a heavily reduced rate for those enrolled in its customer assistance program

"...Following last week's feature story on Austin Energy's solar rebate program, utility staff announced plans to..."

Dec. 1, 2017 News Feature by Joseph Caterine

Council Approves New Austin Energy Rates; Advocates Disappointed

Average customer will see bill increase of $9 in March 2023

"...and three council members, their last meeting ever – Austin Energy finally secured approval of its new customer rate..."

Dec. 9, 2022 News Post by Lina Fisher

Big, Contentious Austin Energy Rate Hike Finally Arrives at Council

Power for the people?

"...In April, Austin Energy revealed a big ask: It wants to change..."

Nov. 25, 2022 News Feature by Lina Fisher

Austin Energy Wins Round One

Austin Energy fends off rate case with only minor loss

"...set for some Capitol theatre. The persistent reason that Austin Energy ratepayers hadn't seen an increase in their electric..."

March 8, 2013 News Feature by Mike Kanin

Austin Resources for Those Experiencing Income Loss Due to COVID-19

Efforts to help Austinites struggling to make rent or pay bills

"...As the pandemic's economic fallout continues to spread many Austin residents find themselces in need of a little help...."

Sept. 25, 2020 News Post by Evan Rodriguez

Is Solar the Answer to Decreasing Austin’s Reliance on ERCOT?

Runnin' on sunshine

"...Solar has not only been keeping up with record energy demand this summer, but breaking its own generation records...."

July 21, 2023 News Feature by Lina Fisher

Austin Rebates for E-Bikes Double

Getcha getcha e-bikes (in January)

"...choice when it comes to transportation? On Nov. 14, Austin Energy and Austin Trans­porta­tion made a proposal to address..."

Dec. 2, 2022 News Feature by Leena Alali

So You Want to Make Your Own Energy...

"...If you want to generate your own green power, Austin Energy will refer you to contractors who can install..."

April 21, 2000 News Feature

Austin Hunkers Down and Waits as the Pandemic Grows

It’s closing time

"...– at what would have been the peak of Austin's spring festival season – Mayor Steve Adler and Travis..."

March 20, 2020 News Feature by Mike Clark-Madison

Council Considering AE Settlement [UPDATE]

Agreement would cut overall utility rates by $42.5 million

"...Council is poised to approve a settlement recommendation between Austin Energy and 20 stakeholders – from major commercial customers..."

Aug. 29, 2016 News Post by Michael King

AE Rate Proposal Double-Edged

Ratepayers expense also city income

"...Austin Energy's latest proposal -- presented last Thursday at City..."

Feb. 6, 2012 News Post by Michael King

Your Electric Bill Is About to Go Way Up

Council approves new Austin Energy rates, advocates disappointed

"...In April, Austin Energy issued its first proposal in what became a..."

Dec. 16, 2022 News Feature by Lina Fisher

Cole Hosts AE Forum at ACC

Panel discusses rate proposal, consequences, possible alternatives

"...spirited if not entirely illuminating Saturday morning forum at Austin Community College-Riverside, Mayor Pro Tem Sheryl Cole and a..."

Jan. 28, 2012 News Post by Michael King

City Hall Hustle: Milk Cows and Cash Cows

AE's uncertain future means wobbly program budgets

"...line from the project's $500 million price tag to Austin Water's planned rate increases, if not the flagging fortunes..."

Sept. 3, 2010 News Column by Wells Dunbar

The Deal Gets Done

City Council settles AE rate case in principle, details to come

"...Austin Energy Settlement Week™ closed Friday mid-day, with a quick,..."

March 8, 2013 News Feature by Mike Kanin

Headlines / Quote of the Week

"...return date from Oct. 1 to Jan. 1, the Austin Monitor reported...."

Aug. 4, 2023 News Feature

Lee Leffingwell: 'Think Long-Range'

The incumbent mayor defends his record

"...Austin Chronicle: What do you think are your chief accomplishments?..."

April 27, 2012 News Feature by Michael King

Council Preview: Only Reconnect

Agenda weighed down with zoning

"...you might swear otherwise. Today they're meeting as the Austin Energy board of directors (remember that argument?), with a..."

Dec. 6, 2013 News Feature by Michael King

The Players

The utility, the appellants, and the intervenors

"...Austin Energy The city-owned utility that raised electric rates. Key..."

March 8, 2013 News Feature by Mike Kanin

Then There's This: Consumer Alert

There's a glimmer of hope that we won't go broke paying for electricity

"...This week we have two new developments in the Austin Energy rate case. It's unfortunate that these things always..."

Feb. 17, 2012 News Column by Amy Smith

Headlines

"...a little vacation time in before they return to Austin on July 18 for the special legislative session...."

July 7, 2017 News Feature

Public Hearing: Rate Your Rate Increase

AE takes another stab, with middling results

"...Last week, Austin Energy General Manager Larry Weis briefed City Council on..."

Feb. 10, 2012 News Feature by Amy Smith

Cap Metro Issues 7,000 Free Passes for the Unhoused

Texas Harm Reduction Alliance wins fight for free passes

"...After months of focused advocacy on behalf of unhoused Austinites by the Texas Harm Reduction Alliance, Capital Metro this..."

Nov. 25, 2022 News Feature by Lina Fisher

Headlines / Quote of the Week

"...Stairway to Having a Stable Economy: A Downtown Austin Alliance biannual retail report found 85% of Downtown retail..."

Nov. 18, 2022 News Feature

Headlines

"...the impasse created by Council's rejection of the proposed Austin Police Associa­tion contract. They suggest some form of contract..."

Jan. 5, 2018 News Feature

Road to Recovery

A private health care consultant has improved efficiency at the county's primary health care clinics. Looming Medicaid cuts protenda new crisis.

"...her schedule was less demanding because her employer, the Austin/ Travis County Primary Care Department, was a lot sicker...."

Sept. 15, 2000 News Feature by Kevin Fullerton

AE Programs for Those in Need

AE provides discounts, emergency assistance, free weatherization, and other programs for Austin's low-income ratepayers

"...Discounts for Qualifying House­holds: AE offers a waiver on customer charges for electricity, water, and wastewater; a 50% drainage..."

Dec. 25, 2009 News Feature by Nora Ankrum

Ho-Ho-Homegrown Holidays

Austin's independent "iconic" businesses hope we'll all put them on our list

"...That's the motto of the Austin Independent Business Alliance, an especially timely message this holiday..."

Dec. 8, 2006 News Feature by Katherine Gregor

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