Category: City News
GAS AGGREGATION
Natural Gas Aggregation Program
What is Gas Aggregation
- Natural Gas Aggregation means the City of Niles has enacted legislation to allow for a natural gas supplier on its behalf. Under governmental aggregation programs, local governments bring their citizens together to gain group buying power for the purchase of competitively priced natural gas from a retail natural gas supplier certified by the Public Utilities Commission of Ohio.
To learn more or ask questions about the program:
Mayor’s Office: 330-544-9000 ext. 1101
Eastern Power & Gas: 1-877-799-3637
Current Supplier and Rate
- The City’s natural gas aggregation program is managed by our aggregation broker through Eastern Power and Gas LLC, and the agreement currently establishes a fixed rate of 4.60 dollars/Mcf. This rate is effective from March 2026 through October 2027. This program is OPT-IN, so residents and small businesses must directly contact the supplier to participate. Customers are welcome to compare their natural gas supply options using the Public Utilities Commission of Ohio’s Apples to Apples Tool at energychoice.ohio.gov/applestoapples.aspx.
The City of Niles encourages all residents & businesses to explore the program options
Your community selected Eastern Power and Gas (“Eastern PNG”) as the preferred supplier for its natural gas aggregation program. This program offers a fixed price of $4.60 per Mcf from March 2026 (April 2026 billing) through September 2027 (October 2027 billing).
Join your neighbors and small businesses in this special community buying opportunity.
The City of Niles has partnered with Eastern PNG to secure a special group rate for both residents and business owners, offering you access to affordable natural gas through one of the nation’s leading retail gas suppliers. For more details about Eastern PNG and this exclusive program, please review the General Terms and Conditions along with the FAQs on easternpng.com/Niles. This message is just for your information. According to your gas utility, you’re currently getting your gas from, or have opted for, another competitive retail gas supplier. If you’re happy with your current service and wish to keep it, there’s nothing more you need to do. Should you have any questions about your existing contract, including any fees for cancelling early, it’s best to get in touch directly with your current supplier.
It is easy to enroll for your new rate with one of the options below.
1.Web: visit easternpng.com/Niles and complete the enrollment form.
2.Mail: Return the Opt-In form below in the pre-addressed stamped envelope
3.Phone: Call Eastern PNG at 877-799-3637
4.Email us at customerservice@easternpng.com
We believe you will find the program a great benefit for you and the community. Kindly consider enrolling in the program. Sincerely,
City of Niles
Eastern PNG
Opt-In Natural Gas Program FAQ's
Q: What do I need to do to join ?
A: To become part of this, you should be living or have a business in our community, not be part of the PIPP program, and be up to date with your utility bills.
Q: How do I sign up?
A: Just follow the instructions in the notice we sent you. If you don’t reply to it, you’ll stay
with your current gas provider. Choose to join us, and you’ll get a confirmation postcard from your
utility saying Eastern PNG will now supply your gas. Additionally, you will receive an email from
Eastern PNG with a copy of your service agreement for your records.
Q: When will I start getting billed at the new rate ?
A: Your new rate will kick in one or two months after you sign up. Remember, this rate doesn’t cover taxes, delivery, or other utility charges.
Q: Who will send me my gas bill ?
A: Your usual utility will bill you monthly, just like before.
Q: What if my business doesn't have to pay taxes on gas ?
A: Send your latest tax exemption certificate to Eastern Power and Gas, LLC at our mailing address or email it to us.
Q: Can I keep paying my gas bill automatically from my bank account ?
A: Absolutely, your payment method doesn’t need to change.
Q: Who makes sure the gas gets to my place ?
A: Your local utility handles the delivery, just as they’ve always done.
Q: What if there's and issue with my gas service ?
A: For any service issues or billing queries, get in touch with your utility provider directly.
Q: What if I've chosen a different supplier already ?
A: Want to switch to us? First, check your current contract for any fees or restrictions on leaving early, then reach out to us.
Q: Where can I get more info on this deal ?
A: Got more questions? Feel free to call Eastern PNG at 877-799-3637 or email customerservice@easternpng.com.
BID-Chemicals for Waste Water Treatment
PUBLIC BID
SODIUM HYPOCHLORITE, SODIUM BISULFITE, & ALUM FOR THE CITY OF NILES WASTEWATER TREATMENT FACILITY
Advertisement for tender of bids for Sodium Hypochlorite, Sodium Bisulfite, & Alum for the City of Niles Wastewater Treatment Facility
Sealed proposals will be received by the City of Niles Auditor’s Office, in the City Hall, 34 West State Street, Ohio, until 10:00 a.m. on December 17, 2025, for the following project:
Envelopes should be plainly marked “Bids for Sodium Hypochlorite, Sodium Bisulfite, & Alum for the City of Niles Wastewater Treatment Facility”
Each proposal shall contain the full name and address of every person, firm, or corporation interested in the same, and if a corporation, the name and address of the president and secretary, and shall comply with the ORC, including 735.06 and bid and performance sureties if applicable. The City reserves the right to reject any or all bids.
For specs and bidding instructions contact Michael Nicastro at 330-544-9000 ext. 1603
Submittals shall be mailed in a sealed envelope and received no later than 10:00 a.m. on December 17, 2025, to:
City of Niles
Attention: City Auditor
34 West State Street
Niles, Ohio 44446
BID- Polymer for Sludge
PUBLIC BID
POLYMER FOR SLUDGE FOR THE CITY OF NILES WASTEWATER TREATMENT FACILITY
Advertisement for tender of bids for Polymer for Sludge for the City of Niles Wastewater Treatment Facility:
Sealed proposals will be received by the City of Niles Auditor’s Office, in the City Hall, 34 West State Street, Ohio, until 10:00 a.m. on December 17, 2025, for the following project:
Envelopes should be plainly marked “Bids for Polymer for Sludge for the City of Niles Wastewater Treatment Facility”
Each proposal shall contain the full name and address of every person, firm, or corporation interested in the same, and if a corporation, the name and address of the president and secretary, and shall comply with the ORC, including 735.06 and bid and performance sureties if applicable. The City reserves the right to reject any or all bids.
For specs and bidding instructions contact Michael Nicastro at 330-544-9000 ext. 1603
Submittals shall be mailed in a sealed envelope and received no later than 10:00 a.m. on December 17, 2025, to:
City of Niles
Attention: City Auditor
34 West State Street
Niles, Ohio 44446
BID-Sludge Hauling and Disposal
PUBLIC BID
SLUDGE HAULING AND DISPOSAL FOR THE CITY OF NILES WASTEWATER TREATMENT FACILITY
Advertisement for tender of bids for Sludge Hauling and Disposal for the City of Niles Wastewater Treatment Facility.
Sealed proposals will be received by the City of Niles Auditor’s Office, in the City Hall, 34 West State Street, Ohio, until 10:00 a.m. on December 17, 2025, for the following project:
Envelopes should be plainly marked “Bids for Sludge Hauling and Disposal for the City of Niles Wastewater Treatment Facility”
Each proposal shall contain the full name and address of every person, firm, or corporation interested in the same, and if a corporation, the name and address of the president and secretary, and shall comply with the ORC, including 735.06 and bid and performance sureties if applicable.
The City reserves the right to reject any or all bids.
For specs and bidding instructions contact Michael Nicastro at 330-544-9000 ext. 1603
Submittals shall be mailed in a sealed envelope and received no later than 10:00 a.m. on December 17, 2025, to:
City of Niles
Attention:
City of Niles
Attention: City Auditor
34 West State Street
Niles, Ohio 44446
Spec sheets linked below.
EMERGENCY Police Entry Level test
Niles Civil Service Commission
NOTICE
The Niles Civil Service Commission will be conducting an ORAL ASSESSMENT BOARD EXAMINATION for the position of ENTRY LEVEL POLICE OFFICER with the Niles Police Department on Wednesday December 3, 2025 , in the Roll Call Room at the Safety Service Complex, 15 East State St. Niles, OH. Time slots will be assigned starting at 4:00 PM after applications are received.
Applicants must be 21 years of age. Applications may be obtained beginning November 10 on the City’s
website at www.thecityofniles.com . The application must be completed and a Copy of Driver’s License,
any Military, College Degree, OPOTA, or Work Experience Papers must be attached to the application and
then submitted. Applications, all paperwork, and copy of driver’s License must be returned no later than
3:00 PM Thursday, November 20, 2025, to be eligible to take the test.
BONUS POINTS: Subject to a maximum bonus point award of 20% to any applicant who has obtained a passing score on the examination, Bonus Points may be awarded as follows: (a) Military Credit: Only those applicants who have been members of the Armed Forces of the United States and who have been honorably discharged from the uniform services and completed more than one hundred eighty days of active duty service therefrom or transferred to the Reserves with evidence of satisfactory service may be eligible to receive an additional 20% of his/her examination grade provided a passing score is obtained. Those applicants who are members of the Ohio National Guard shall not receive credit unless they have been utilized in a military capacity due to Federal activation and recognition. Issuance of military credit will be contingent on the applicant submitting proof of such satisfactory service and/or honorable discharge. This proof shall be certified by submitting a copy of Form DD-214 Member 4 Form and/or DD-256 with the examination application. PROOF OF SATISFACTORY SERVICE OR HONORABLE DISCHARGE MUST BE SUBMITTED AT THE TIME THE APPLICATION IS FILED; (b) Educational Bonus: Bonus points in the amount of 10% for a bachelor’s degree or 5% for an associate degree from a college, university, junior or community college or other similar institution accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools will be given to applicants who obtain a passing score on the examination. The degree must be in a criminal justice related field. If an applicant has more than one such degree, only one bonus will be awarded for the highest degree obtained. A COPY OF THE ACCREDITED INSTITUTION’S TRANSCRIPT AND / Or A copy of the Degree MUST BE SUBMITTED AT THE TIME THE APPLICATION IS FILED IN ORDER TO OBTAIN THE BONUS POINTS; (c) OPOTA Certification Bonus: Bonus points in the amount of 5% will be given to applicants who obtain a passing score on the examination. PROOF OF THE CERTIFICATION MUST BE SUBMITTED AT THE TIME THE APPLICATION IS FILED. (d) Work Experience Bonus: Bonus points in the amount of 1% per year of full-time service as a full-time police officer (maximum-10%) will be given to applicants who obtain a passing score on the examination. “Year of full-time service” shall be determined by proof that the applicant was employed 2,080 hours in a calendar year by a political subdivision. PROOF OF THE FULL TIME SERVICE MUST BE SUBMITTED AT THE TIME THE APPLICATION IS FILED.
Upon passage of the Oral Assessment portion of the exam all candidates must successfully submit an agility certificate (on the City of Niles website) from Cuyahoga Community College or Youngstown State University within 40 days of the written exam date. The agility requirement shall be waived for candidates with a Cuyahoga Community College Agility Certificate, a Youngstown State University Agility Certificate and for OPOTA certificate holders or police academy graduates. You can contact Mr. Edward Villone, the Police Academy Commander at Youngstown State University at 330-941-7255 or Tri-C at 216-987-5429.
All applicants must provide a valid driver’s license the day of the examination. Applicants considered for employment will be required to comply with additional hiring policies of the City of Niles.
To be published Monday, November 3, 2025 and Monday, November 10, 2025.