Wayne Township (Clermont)

The Wayne Township Board of Trustees have chosen to give Township residents the opportunity to vote on giving the Board authority to explore an electric aggregation program. This question will be on the November 4, 2025, ballot.

“Shall the Wayne Township Board of Township Trustees have the authority, alone or jointly with the legislative authority of any other township or municipal corporation or county, to aggregate the retail electric loads located in the Township, and for that purpose, to enter into service agreements to facilitate for those loads the sale and purchase of electricity, such aggregation to occur automatically except with respect to mercantile customers and except with respect to any person who affirmatively elects by a stated procedure to opt out of the aggregation program, as permitted by Section 4928.20 of the Ohio Revised Code?”

Electric Ballot Issue Frequently Asked Questions

What is an Electric Aggregation Program? 

  • Community aggregation programs combine the residential and small business purchasing power of the group in the pursuit of getting lower and more stable energy prices. 

Why is Aggregation Issue on the November 4th ballot?

  • By law, communities must VOTE FOR aggregation programs before community leaders can develop them. 

Is there any cost associated with the Electric Aggregation ballot issue? 

  • No, this is not a levy or a tax on any resident. Wayne Township is simply asking residents if they would like to pursue an Electric Aggregation programs. 

What does my YES vote mean? 

  • A YES vote will allow Wayne Township's Board of Trustees to pursue a certification through the Public Utilities Commission of Ohio to start the process to determine if Electric Aggregation programs are a viable option for the Township. 

What does a NO vote mean? 

  • A NO vote will end the issue and Wayne Township residents will remain with Duke Energy or a supplier of their choice. 

Will this save me money on my utility bill? 

  • These programs are designed to save money and stabilize energy costs. They provide security against volatile energy pricing. Savings are always a priority, but cannot be guaranteed. In most cases, residents do see a reduction in their electric costs compared to Duke Energy’s default supply costs. Dozens of the surrounding communities have enacted these programs to help their residents.

Who will bill me for my energy? 

  • You will continue to receive one monthly bill from your Duke Energy.

 If the issue passes, can I choose not to participate OR can I leave the program at any time?

  • Yes, you can leave or rejoin the program at any time without any cost.

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Questions?

Your energy supplier(s) can answer most program questions. In addition, the Energy Alliances team is available Monday - Friday 8AM - 4:30PM by phone at (513) 794-5555 or (800) 735-0359, or you can leave us a message while we’re out and we will get back to you as soon as possible! You can also visit our contact page for more ways to get in touch.

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Misleading Sales Tactics?

Door-to-door solicitors are everywhere and the phone calls to buy energy seem to never end. Don’t be fooled by these offers. The supplier of the aggregation will never come to your door! Some salespeople may display a solicitor’s permit or official looking badge. THE PERMIT IS NOT AN ENDORSEMENT BY THE COMMUNITY, and the badge may be misleading. They may claim they work with the utility or XYZ Energy company and offer rates far below anything you presently are receiving. Please do not show them your energy bill.  Also, beware of robo-calls and phone solicitors claiming that “your utility account has been flagged for review.” This could also a scam by an unethical broker or supplier designed to mislead you.

If you have questions, don’t hesitate to close the door on the solicitor and call your local officials.