Laguna Beach in Southern California is hitting pause on whether to join the Orange County Power Authority, a decision that could shape how residents in the community buy electricity.
Unanswered questions about costs, stability, and the authority’s outlook have led city leaders to hold off on joining the utility that serves more than 175,000 people.
What happened?
According to the Voice of OC, the Laguna Beach City Council unanimously decided to postpone any decision on membership in the Orange County Power Authority until late 2027, giving the agency more time to address financial and operational concerns.
The council had already approved a five-phase work plan earlier in the year to evaluate whether Laguna Beach should join, but city staff said more information is needed before the city moves ahead, as the outlet reported. Staff also said they want a clearer picture of the authority’s long-term direction…