St. Pete organization petitions against Duke Energy

With energy bills climbing, neighbors in St. Pete are asking city leaders to rethink who powers their homes.

A local organization said there could be cheaper options than Duke Energy and they’re pushing for change as families struggle to keep up with rising costs.

Watch full report from Casey Albritton

“I love this area. I was born and raised here in St. Petersburg 78 years ago,” said John L. Smith, a homeowner.

Smith has no plans to move any time soon.

“We love the city and we would like to continue to love the city with a lower rate in our electrical bill,” said Smith…

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