The City of Auburn is set to oppose NYSEG’s proposed rate increases and office closures.
City Council will vote Thursday on a resolution opposing the proposed rate hike and the shuttering of a NYSEG customer service office at 73 Wright Circle.
According to the resolution, the city believes the rate increases will “impose a substantial financial burden” on the city’s residents and businesses. Additionally, closing the Auburn customer service office will reduce access for customers who use walk-in services for billing, service issues, etc.
NYSEG is planning a 23.7% increase for electric customers and a 33.5% increase for gas customers. The rate hikes would take place in April 2027.
Copies of he resolution will be sent to the state’s Public Service Commission, Governor Kathy Hochul, Senator Rachel May, Assemblyman John Lemondes, and NYSEG representatives.
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