Utilities & Permitting

Resources to Keep Business Moving

The City of Abilene offers robust options for utilities, including electricity, natural gas, and telecommunications. Several utility providers are available for each of these resources, and the City of Abilene provides all infrastructure, service, and oversight for water and wastewater.

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American Electric Power Texas (AEP) Taylor Electric Cooperative AT&T Optimum (Formerly Suddenlink) Vexus Fiber Fiberlight Atmos Energy Corporation

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Electric & Natural Gas

Positively Charged

AEP Texas is the incumbent electric utility service for Abilene, owning and maintaining local power lines. Businesses and Abilene residents can select from a full list of retail electric providers (REP) at www.powertochoose.org. For natural gas maintenance and service, Atmos Energy ensures safety and reliability for the entire state of Texas.

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Telecommunications

Successful Connection

With three available primary telecommunications providers, network connectivity in Abilene is reliable and secure. Fiber optics options are available through Optimum, Vexus Fiber, Fiberlight and AT&T.

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Water & Wastewater

Purified to Perfection

Abilene’s Water Utilities Department provides an assortment of services – including water treatment, distribution and transportation of wastewater. The department is also responsible for stormwater pollution abatement, and the city’s three treatment plants either meet or exceed all State and Federal rules and regulations.

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