You have a chance today to voice your opinion on NYSEG and RG&E’s proposed rate hikes that, if approved, would go into effect in April 2027.
Under the proposals:
- RG&E customers would see a $33.01 monthly increase for electricity (a 26% hike) and an $18.87 increase for natural gas (22.2%).
- NYSEG customers would face a $33.12 electric hike (23.7%) and a $33.57 gas increase (33.5%).
The companies say the requested rate hikes are needed to fund critical infrastructure upgrades, including replacing aging utility poles, substations, and thousands of miles of wire. They also cite growing demand from new businesses and the need to meet state clean energy mandates.
In addition to the hike, the utilities are proposing closing several walk-in customer service offices, including locations in Auburn and Sodus.
Hearings will be held today at the Sodus Community Library at 1 p.m. and Cayuga Community College in Auburn at 6 p.m.
Feedback from the public will be used by the Public Service Commission before making a final decision.
