Sept. 21 — After the Public Utility Commission of Texas voted in favor of a Lower Colorado River Authority transmission line route from Leander to Round Rock in May, the cities of Leander and Cedar Park took action to protest the decision.
— Community Impact Newspaper
Is a policy analyst for TCAP, a coalition of cities and other political subdivisions that purchase electricity in the deregulated market for their own governmental use. Because high energy costs can impact municipal budgets and the ability to fund essential services, TCAP, as part of its mission, actively promotes affordable energy policies. High energy prices also place a burden on local businesses and home consumers.