LIMA, OH (WLIO) – Many community members voiced strong concerns Monday night about a major proposed rate increase to their natural gas bills.
The strong oppositions were voiced against Enbridge Gas Ohio, formerly Dominion Energy, and their plans to increase natural gas rates. According to the Office of the Ohio Consumers’ Counsel, “Enbridge Gas Ohio is asking the Public Utilities Commission of Ohio for a 30% hike in what it charges consumers for natural gas distribution service.” Inside Lima Senior, the Public Utilities Commission of Ohio held a formal public hearing where several community members shared their concerns.
“As a retiree and on fixed income, this increase will significantly impact my ability to afford basic necessities,” says Paul Basinger, American Township Trustee, who voiced opposition…