How does an opt-out aggregation program work?
• In order for a community to create an aggregation program, a majority of the residents have to pass a ballot issue authorizing the community to negotiate the rates on their behalf. After the ballot issue, the community negotiates rates and chooses a supplier. All eligible residents are automatically included in the program unless they choose to opt-out. Prior to enrollment, all eligible residents are mailed notices detailing the program and are offered 21 days to remain in the program or to not participate by opting-out.
