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Staff reported that the final phase of the Ithaca Energy Code Supplement is anticipated to take effect October 1, 2026, delayed from January 1 because of pending state litigation. Staff also reported temporary residential rate increases of 0.2% for electric service and 1.7% for gas service while additional negotiations continue.
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If implemented as described, the next energy-code phase would apply new requirements to new construction beginning October 1, 2026. The commission also discussed ways to reduce the effect of rising utility costs, including evaluating municipal buildings for rooftop solar. No vote was taken on the energy code or utility rates at this meeting.
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