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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Nov 16, 1915
Page
8
A 1918 Frederick city submission argues Frederick's electric lighting costs surpass Hagerstown's, detailing a plan for a municipal plant. It notes a 5,000 to 15,000 dollar plant estimate, compares rates, and urges legislation or Public Service Commission input to pursue city ownership and operation of power and lighting.
An examination of schedules filed with the Public Service Commission shows Hagerstown & Frederick Railway Co charges for power are 26 to 100 percent higher in Frederick than in Hagerstown. The engineer recommends Frederick build and operate a municipal electric plant to supply street lighting and power, projecting savings and potential profits, with proposed rates 30 to 100 percent lower than current, and claims the city could eventually light streets at no net cost while offering commercial service at lower rates.
Frederick faces electric rates 35 to 125 percent higher than Hagerstown. Hagerstown’s municipal plant posted a $38,290.01 surplus since 1900 and provides free street lighting, prompting an analysis of a Frederick municipal plant. Proposed capacity options, construction costs, operating revenues and expenses are outlined, with projections showing potential to lower rates, supply residential and industrial power, and attract new industry through improved lighting and power facilities.
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