PEORIA Ill. – The Illinois Commerce Commission cut portions of Illinois American Water’s rate increase request for water and sewer services, Thursday.
The decision from the ICC reduces Illinois American Water’s rate request by approximately 30% — for an overall increase of $110 million.
Also, starting on July 1st of next year, Illinois American Water will expand its existing low-income discount program to provide a 10 to 80% monthly total bill credit for customers whose incomes are up to 300% of the federal poverty level.
This process aims to ensure that utilities receive the necessary funds to provide safe and reliable service to customers, including the maintenance and replacement of aging infrastructure at a reasonable cost.
The impact of the rate case decision on individual customers will vary based on customers’ service class and water usage.
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