July 29 — Atmos inherited an aging system when it acquired Lone Star Gas Co. from TXU in 2004, said Geoffrey Gay, a lawyer who represents more than 150 cities in rate negotiations with the utility.
— Dallas Morning News
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.