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TRI-COUNTY ELECTRIC RATES TO CHANGE Tri-County EMC will be increasing its rates to all members effective March 1. The service charge will increase by $2.50 per month for all rate classes, bringing the residential service charge to $40.00. The kWh or usage rate will also increase by 2%. This means Tri-County EMC residential members who use 1,500 kWh per month will see their bill increase by $5.70.
March 2025
THIS MONTH’S NEWS Rate Change, page 1-2 Tri-CoGo Award, page 2 Scholarships, page 3 Broadband for Small Businesses, page 4 Recipe Box: Satsuma Pecan Cheese Ball, page 4
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*Beuro of Labor Statistics; Consumer Price Index*
*Bureau of Labor Statistics; Consumer Price Index*
“The EMC has seen a steady increase in the cost of materials and equipment it uses to provide its members with reliable electrical service,” said Ray Grinberg, CEO. Brenda Green, Chair of the Tri-County EMC Board commented that “any change in rates is a difficult decision for the board of directors. We must balance the goal of affordable rates with the responsibility of keeping the EMC on strong financial footing. Electricity enhances our homes and businesses, a reliable and valuable resource.” (88725001)