Sen. Linares: Still Time to Speak Out Against Rate Hike Proposal

Sen. Art Linares today informed area residents that they still have time to voice opposition to the proposed CL&P rate hike.

The state’s final public hearing on the rate hike request is scheduled for 9 a.m. on Friday, Sep. 26 at the Public Utilities Regulatory Authority (PURA) office, 10 Franklin Square, New Britain.

Those who cannot attend may email comments on the proposed rate hike to [email protected]. Put “Docket Number 14-05-06” in the email’s subject line, and cc the email to [email protected] .

“This rate hike, if approved by state regulators, would raise consumers’ bills by $150 a year,” Sen. Linares said. “Connecticut residents already have some of the highest electric rates in the country. This rate hike request is unaffordable and I urge people to join me in calling for its rejection.”