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Press Mention Daily Memphian October 20, 2020

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Council rejects MLGW consultant contract

By Bill Dries · Daily Memphian

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Memphis City Council rejected a contract between Memphis Light, Gas and Water Division (MLGW) and a power industry consultant that was exploring the feasibility of MLGW leaving the Tennessee Valley Authority. The vote halts a two-year-old process, though the MLGW board could revisit the matter at its regular meeting.

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Memphis City Council members have rejected a Memphis Light, Gas and Water Division contract with a power industry consultant to explore what it would take for the utility to leave the Tennessee Valley Authority. The vote stops the two-year old process, at least for now. The MLGW board could have a response Wednesday morning at its regular meeting.