Where: South Bend Century Center, 120 S. St. Joseph St., South Bend
When: Tuesday, April 24, 2012
The Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission is asking for public comments about the impact of a potential rate hike that could raise homeowners' electricity rates as much as 25%. In addition to the event in South Bend, hearings will also he held in Fort Wayne on April 23 and in Muncie on April 25. Consumers also may submit written comments to the Office of Utility Consumer Counselor through April 25.
The rate increase was the topic of discussion at an October 2011 forum sponsored by the Community Forum for Economic Development. For recent information, see
"Hearing scheduled for I&M's request to raise rates," Elkhart Truth: www.etruth.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?aid=2012704049955
"I&M ratepayers face triple whammy," Star Press (Muncie): www.thestarpress.com/article/20120409/NEWS01/204090318/I-M-ratepayers-face-triple-whammy