Public Power Utilities identify electricity rates based on cost of service while keeping customer needs and the community front and center. As community-owned utilities, they do not answer to remote shareholders and are not driven by a profit motive. Revenues are invested right back into the utility and community. Rate-setting typically follows process. Have a look at this graphic produced for the APPA to learn more:

Water and sewer rates are determined by a variety of factors, including the cost of maintaining and operating the water and wastewater systems, the volume of water used, and the specific rate structure implemented by the utility. The cost to maintain and operate the system, including infrastructure repairs, energy usage, and personnel, and the cost of natural resources. 

• WHY ARE RATES INCREASING NOW?

• HOW DOES MY COST COMPARE TO OTHER CITIES?

• HOW IS THE RATE INCREASE DECIDED?   

For answers to these and other commonly asked questions regarding your utility rates call us for more information. (573) 471-3328