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The City of Barberton Announces Fixed Rate for Natural Gas Aggregation Program

City of Barberton, Ohio (September 2021-2025)

Barberton City officials would like to announce they have once again chosen Constellation (Constellation New Energy – Gas Division, LLC) as the supplier for the City’s Natural Gas Aggregation Program. The new program will run through the November 2025 bill cycle. A rate of $3.31 per Mcf has been set for gas consumed for the December 2021 through November 2025 bill cycles. Residents and small commercial customers can expect a letter from Constellation to arrive on or about October 5th. The letter will explain the rate, terms and conditions of the offer.

Mayor Bill Judge said, “We are pleased to have been able to secure this low rate for our residents and businesses. The fixed-rate is currently lower than the alternative rate from the local utility, and it will give them price protection and budget stability as we move into the winter months. And, as before, our program has no early termination fee.”

Letters from Constellation

Andrew Burns, Govt. Agg Manager of Independent Energy Consultants, said, “Residents and businesses should carefully read their letter from Constellation.” Burns added, Residents who are currently in the program will receive an opt-out letter letter and will not need to take any action to remain in the program. Anyone who has not chosen a supplier and receives their gas supply from Dominion Energy Ohio will also receive an “opt-out” letter. If they wish to be added to the program they should simply do nothing and they will automatically receive the new rate.”

Residents Not Currently Participating

Any resident or small business that is not participating in the aggregation program and is currently served by another supplier may obtain the same low rate by calling Constellation at 1-844-467-4294, or by visiting a dedicated website www.constellation.com/oh-barberton. Residents served by other suppliers are encouraged to review the terms and conditions of their current supplier agreement before enrolling. New customers to the program must be in good standing and cannot be part of the utility’s Percentage of Income Payment Program (PIPP).

More Information

The City is pleased to have made this program possible but asks that you do not call the City offices. They are not equipped to handle a large volume of calls. Residents should contact Constellation toll free at 1-844-467-4294 if they have any questions.

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The City of Barberton Announces Fixed Rate for Electric Aggregation Program

City of Barberton, Ohio (March 14, 2025-2026)

Opt-out letters will be mailed to current and newly eligible accounts in the electric aggregation program on March 19th. Starting with the May 2025 meter reads, the aggregation program will offer a new fixed rate of 9.32 cents/kWh for 12 months until the May 2026 meter reads. Residents and small businesses should look for a mailer to arrive on or about March 19th, concerning the new electric aggregation program offer from Dynegy.

The mailer will explain the offer the City negotiated and the means to opt-out should a customer not want to participate in the program. Residents will have 21 days to contact, or return an opt-out card to, Dynegy if they decide not to participate.

For current participants wishing to continue, or newly eligible accounts wanting to begin, participating in the aggregation program, no action is needed in response to the letter you receive. Only those wishing not to participate in the program should respond to their opt-out letter.

We remind you that the aggregation program is simply another option for you to consider, and it is important that you make yourself aware of the other options available to you, specifically:

The Public Utility Commission of Ohio provides a list of other publicly available offers on their website, www.energychoice.ohio.gov. Anyone considering these supply offers should be aware of any early termination penalties, fixed monthly charges, or automatic renewal provisions that can quickly offset any perceived savings. Our program includes none of the above.
The utility’s default supply option, also known as your Price-to-Compare. This is a variable rate option which is adjusted periodically.

While the aggregation program has been able to protect participants from rising rates over the past several years, the rate for the new term will be rising to meet current market conditions. The aggregation will continue to provide a competitive price offer. However, it never guarantees to be the lowest available option at all times. Residents are reminded that the aggregation is simply one option for them to consider as they seek to manage their electric costs.

The City is pleased to have made this program possible but asks that you do not call the City offices. They are not equipped to handle a large volume of calls.

Any residents with questions about their letter or status in the aggregation program should contact Dynegy at 888-682-2170.