New Residential and General Lighting Rates Announced
Utilities publish revised charging schedules for electricity and gas. A new Residence Rate applies to electric use in homes, with a five cent threshold after initial steps. General Lighting offers stepped rates up to 10,000 kilowatt hours, plus a $1.00 monthly minimum and a separate lighting and power charge. Gas prices start with a 9.5 cent per 100 cubic feet tier, then step down to 0, 8.5, and 6 cent levels as consumption rises, aimed at boosting usage and company earnings.