Between Gary Pitney, Board of Assessors, Planning Board, Community Preservation Committee, and Michael Canales, Town Administrator
Subject: Electric rates

Good morning, I’m wondering why we haven’t yet joined an Electric collaborative to enjoy lower utility costs? Many of the surrounding towns have. Gary

Hi Gary, Stockbridge’s electricity aggregation program is set to begin serving power with the April 2025 meter reads, following the state’s approval to proceed. We are currently working with Direct Energy to develop consumer notification materials, which will be distributed this spring to inform residents about the program. The rate will be for the next seven months. This fall, we will join 18 other Berkshire County communities that have participated in a community aggregation program for the past decade. Together, we will go out to bid to secure the best possible electricity rate for our residents on a long term contract. Michael

This is great news! When will we know the details? Gary

We are targeting a mid-February mailing to the community. Finalizing details now. Michael

Excellent! Thank you, Gary 

Editor’s note: we are small communities and cannot command the lowest rates, but by banding together and negotiating, our electricity rate does improve.

Editor’s note: Shivering in our boots this winter, this is excellent news.