Louisville Gas and Electric Company Seeks Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity to Bid on City of West Point, Kentucky Franchise

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The Kentucky Public Service Commission has been issued a regulatory document by the Louisville Gas and Electric Company (LG&E) seeking a Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity to bid on a franchise established by the City of West Point, Kentucky. LG&E aims to provide electric and gas services to the area, and the requested certificate will enable the company to participate in the bidding process for the new franchise. The commission will consider the technical, managerial, and financial qualifications of the bidder to perform its obligations under the franchise. LG&E has filed notice of its intent to use electronic filing procedures in this proceeding.

Key Takeaways:

  • LG&E is seeking a Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity to bid on a franchise established by the City of West Point, Kentucky.
  • The franchise will enable LG&E to provide electric and gas services to the area.
  • The commission will consider the technical, managerial, and financial qualifications of the bidder to perform its obligations under the franchise.
  • The bidding process will be conducted in accordance with the applicable requirements of the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Kentucky and Chapter 424 of the Kentucky Revised Statutes.
  • LG&E must be able to demonstrate its ability to perform its obligations under the franchise, including providing reliable and efficient service to the citizens of West Point.
  • The commission will consider the interests of the City of West Point and the citizens it serves in making its decision.

Statistics:

  • The franchise agreement will expire on September 6, 2025.
  • The City of West Point has solicited bids for the new franchise pursuant to resolution or ordinance and advertisement.
  • The franchise will cover the use of public streets, ways, alleys, and other public places in the City of West Point.
  • LG&E has been in operation since July 2, 1913, and is currently serving Jefferson County and portions of several other surrounding counties.

Sources:

  • BEFORE THE KENTUCKY PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION In the Matter of: ELECTRONIC APPLICATION OF KENTUCKY UTILITIES COMPANY FOR A CERTIFICATE OF PUBLIC CONVENIENCE AND NECESSITY AUTHORIZING LG&E TO BID ON A FRANCHISE ESTABLISHED BY THE CITY OF WESTPOINT, KENTUCKY CASE NO. 2025-00101.
  • Exhibit A: Certificate of Existence of Louisville Gas and Electric Company.
  • Exhibit B: Ordinance creating a franchise for the City of West Point, Kentucky.