A proposed rate hike is in the long term interests of its customers, but many customers aren’t convinced.
Alliant Energy is asking for a an electric rate increase of roughly 25 percent to its base rates as well as gas rates., along with an interim five and a half percent increase that would go into effect the first of the month.
The utility companies president, Terry Kouba told KCRG TV that the long term decision to add more wind energy and other conservation efforts will benefit customers long term.
A Facebook group, Protest Alliant”, was started by Steven Kenney of Martelle. The group is planning a protest Saturday at Alliant Energy’s offices in Cedar Rapids.
The Iowa Utilities Board has scheduled a number of public comment meetings around the state on the proposed rate increase, including Tuesday April 23rd in Marshalltown.