Medium PriorityWater Utilitiesopen
Proposed BMU rate increases
Summary
BMU is proposing a 3.5% residential electric increase (about $92 to $95.20 on a typical 800 kWh bill) and a 4% water increase, with wastewater unchanged.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 1
- Last 30 days
- 1
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Oct 13, 2026.
Impact analysis
💰Financial impact
A typical 800 kWh residential electric bill would rise from $92 to $95.20 if adopted.
✅Who benefits
BMU's continued local ownership and service quality.
⚠️Who could be affected
Ratepayers would pay higher electric and water bills.
Mentions & discussions (1)
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