The Illinois Commerce Commission is hosting a public forum on Ameren Illinois’ $1.3-billion, four-year electric rate hike request.
You can give your thoughts on Wednesday at 6pm the Decatur Civic Center, or remotely either online or by calling in to a special toll-free number. Ameren Illinois filed paperwork with the Illinois Commerce Commission to seek the rate adjustment in January. Jim Chilsen, spokesman for utility watchdog Citizens Utility Board says your voice can be heard.
In addition, the utility is requesting a natural gas increase that Chilsen says comes in at about $149-million, and you can also submit comments on that. To do so, you can go to the ICC website or call 1-800-524-0795 during regular business hours.
