Title
Approving an engagement with Lloyd Gosselink law to assist in franchise agreement negotiations and gas rate issues associated with SiEnergy and Centric gas companies.
Summary
On May 27, 2025, the City of Pflugerville was approached by SiEnergy to renew their existing franchise agreement with the City of Pflugerville, which expired on at the end of May. Recently the City was approached by Centric regarding providing gas utility services within the City limits. To date, this utility has not provided service in the City but they would like consideration related to a proposed franchise agreement as well as rate approval. City Attorney recommends engaging Lloyd Gosselink to assist with the negotiations of these franchise agreements and rate reviews. Estimated fees for this engagement are between $5,000 and $8,000.
Prior City Council Action
N/A
Deadline for City Council Action
Action is requested July 8, 2025
Funding Expected: Revenue __ Expenditure _X_ N/A __
Budgeted Item: Yes _X_ No __ N/A __
Budget Source: General Fund
Amount: Estimated $5,000-$8,000
1295 Form Required? Yes __ No _X_
Legal Review Required: N/A __ Required _X_ Date Completed: July 2, 2025
Supporting documents attached:
City of Pflugerville Supplement to Engagement Agreement
Recommended Action
Approving an engagement with Lloyd Gosselink law to assist in franchise agreement negotiations and gas rate issues associated with SiEnergy and Centric gas companies.