I am writing this petition to express my deep concern regarding the recent power rate increase. As a customer and a member of the community, I strongly believe that such an increase would have a detrimental impact on the livelihoods of many individuals and families in our area.
While I understand the need for utilities to cover their costs and maintain quality service, I believe that a thorough examination of alternative solutions should be conducted before resorting to a rate hike. I urge you to consider the following points:
Transparency and Justification: It is crucial that the utility company provides a transparent breakdown of the reasons behind the proposed rate increase. This should include a detailed account of expenses, investments, and improvements that necessitate such a measure.
Affordability for Low-Income Families: A rate increase could disproportionately affect low-income households who are already struggling to make ends meet. It is imperative that measures are taken to protect vulnerable members of our community from the financial burden of higher utility costs.
Energy Efficiency and Renewable Alternatives: Exploring and implementing energy-efficient technologies and renewable energy sources can help mitigate the need for rate hikes. This transition not only benefits the environment but also reduces long-term costs for both the utility company and its customers.
Customer Input and Feedback: I request that the utility company actively seeks input from the community regarding the proposed rate increase. This can be achieved through town hall meetings, surveys, and open forums to ensure that the concerns and suggestions of customers are heard and taken into account.
Regulatory Oversight and Accountability: I urge relevant regulatory bodies to thoroughly scrutinize the proposed rate increase and assess its necessity. It is essential that any adjustments in rates are justifiable and in the best interest of the community at large.
I respectfully request that you reconsider the decision to implement the power rate increase and explore alternative solutions that prioritize the well-being of the community. Your attention to this matter is greatly appreciated, and I look forward to a favorable resolution.
Thank you for your time and consideration.
Updates
October 13, 2023
The utility company is still silent on our demands for a transparent breakdown of these costs. Post this link on Facebook to keep the pressure high so they cannot ignore us any longer. Email your local representatives today and tell them that these rate hikes are unaffordable for our families.
October 13, 2023
The momentum behind this fight is undeniable and it proves that our neighbors are tired of these unfair utility hikes. Now go to the Facebook page for this campaign and post our main link to your own profile. You must also email your local representative today to demand they block this increase immediately.
Reached 100 supporters
October 13, 2023
61 Comments
Ridiculous. We weren’t even in the house for five months and our electricity bill was over $200 a month. We kept our air conditioning on 82 and everything else in the house was shut off.
The largest share of increase in my TECO bill has been ADDITIONAL FEES. The cost per 1,000 KWh has increased too.
Just hope the bill goes down because many customers hasn’t been able to buy their medicine in order to keep they light’s on.
It is unreal how much we are paying for power. When I first moved into my house my bill was $100, 3 years ago. So then I decided to get solar in my bill was running about 25 $26 a month. I just got my bill the other day and now my bill is like $95. How to say thank people will be able to live especially ones on a fixed income. This is simply ridiculous!
We retired folks that moved here do not deserve the high cost of electricity. Please do something about this situation
Please no more increase for TECO. They never get enough and enough is already enough!
My electric bill went from a maximum of $160 monthly in the summer months a couple years ago when my parents had 7 kids at home. It is now $400 monthly and I'm the only kid at home and we haven't used anything any differently than we did back then. We even bought all new energy efficient appliances since then. We don't do laundry unless we absolutely have to. We unplug all of our small appliances like the coffee pot, toaster and microwave until we use them and then unplug them again. We shut off the breakers to our stove, washer and dryer when they're not in use. We don't even cook every day, well make meals that have left overs that last for several days that we can heat up in the microwave. We only do laundry when we absolutely have to, usually when I need clothes for school. We've replaced our hot water heater to a tankless one. We shut our A/C window units off of we're not in that room. We're on a fixed income because my mom is on Disability. My step dad got hurt at work several years ago and can barely walk and we've been fighting for his Disability ever since. I'm still in school and I have many severe medical issues so I can't get a job yet. My mom said my main focus should ONLY have to be my EDUCATION. These electric bills are absolutely ridiculous and are making her have to choose between getting food and medication for our family or paying the electric bill. WE SHOULDN'T HAVE TO CHOOSE. They're are many times that they have gone without their medications just so that they can provide me with my medications and food. They do without. This is totally unfathomable to me. Our electric bill is almost as much as our rent, no matter how much we lower the thermostats the bill keeps going up instead of going down like it should. My parents struggle is killing me seeing them like this.
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I am writing this petition to express my deep concern regarding the recent power rate increase. As a customer and a member of the community, I strongly believe that such an increase would have a detrimental impact on the livelihoods of many individuals and families in our area.
While I understand the need for utilities to cover their costs and maintain quality service, I believe that a thorough examination of alternative solutions should be conducted before resorting to a rate hike. I urge you to consider the following points:
Transparency and Justification: It is crucial that the utility company provides a transparent breakdown of the reasons behind the proposed rate increase. This should include a detailed account of expenses, investments, and improvements that necessitate such a measure.
Affordability for Low-Income Families: A rate increase could disproportionately affect low-income households who are already struggling to make ends meet. It is imperative that measures are taken to protect vulnerable members of our community from the financial burden of higher utility costs.
Energy Efficiency and Renewable Alternatives: Exploring and implementing energy-efficient technologies and renewable energy sources can help mitigate the need for rate hikes. This transition not only benefits the environment but also reduces long-term costs for both the utility company and its customers.
Customer Input and Feedback: I request that the utility company actively seeks input from the community regarding the proposed rate increase. This can be achieved through town hall meetings, surveys, and open forums to ensure that the concerns and suggestions of customers are heard and taken into account.
Regulatory Oversight and Accountability: I urge relevant regulatory bodies to thoroughly scrutinize the proposed rate increase and assess its necessity. It is essential that any adjustments in rates are justifiable and in the best interest of the community at large.
I respectfully request that you reconsider the decision to implement the power rate increase and explore alternative solutions that prioritize the well-being of the community. Your attention to this matter is greatly appreciated, and I look forward to a favorable resolution.
Thank you for your time and consideration.
Updates
October 13, 2023
The utility company is still silent on our demands for a transparent breakdown of these costs. Post this link on Facebook to keep the pressure high so they cannot ignore us any longer. Email your local representatives today and tell them that these rate hikes are unaffordable for our families.
October 13, 2023
The momentum behind this fight is undeniable and it proves that our neighbors are tired of these unfair utility hikes. Now go to the Facebook page for this campaign and post our main link to your own profile. You must also email your local representative today to demand they block this increase immediately.
Reached 100 supporters
October 13, 2023
61 Comments
The rate increase during a time when most Americans are facing financial hardships is despicable. TECO should at least do what they can to minimize the cost when the net profits are so high. Consumers will be voting in 2024 and if something is not done well before then, there will be some seat changes in our state.
Ridiculous. We weren’t even in the house for five months and our electricity bill was over $200 a month. We kept our air conditioning on 82 and everything else in the house was shut off.
The largest share of increase in my TECO bill has been ADDITIONAL FEES. The cost per 1,000 KWh has increased too.
Just hope the bill goes down because many customers hasn’t been able to buy their medicine in order to keep they light’s on.
It is unreal how much we are paying for power. When I first moved into my house my bill was $100, 3 years ago. So then I decided to get solar in my bill was running about 25 $26 a month. I just got my bill the other day and now my bill is like $95. How to say thank people will be able to live especially ones on a fixed income. This is simply ridiculous!
We retired folks that moved here do not deserve the high cost of electricity. Please do something about this situation
Please no more increase for TECO. They never get enough and enough is already enough!
My electric bill went from a maximum of $160 monthly in the summer months a couple years ago when my parents had 7 kids at home. It is now $400 monthly and I'm the only kid at home and we haven't used anything any differently than we did back then. We even bought all new energy efficient appliances since then. We don't do laundry unless we absolutely have to. We unplug all of our small appliances like the coffee pot, toaster and microwave until we use them and then unplug them again. We shut off the breakers to our stove, washer and dryer when they're not in use. We don't even cook every day, well make meals that have left overs that last for several days that we can heat up in the microwave. We only do laundry when we absolutely have to, usually when I need clothes for school. We've replaced our hot water heater to a tankless one. We shut our A/C window units off of we're not in that room. We're on a fixed income because my mom is on Disability. My step dad got hurt at work several years ago and can barely walk and we've been fighting for his Disability ever since. I'm still in school and I have many severe medical issues so I can't get a job yet. My mom said my main focus should ONLY have to be my EDUCATION. These electric bills are absolutely ridiculous and are making her have to choose between getting food and medication for our family or paying the electric bill. WE SHOULDN'T HAVE TO CHOOSE. They're are many times that they have gone without their medications just so that they can provide me with my medications and food. They do without. This is totally unfathomable to me. Our electric bill is almost as much as our rent, no matter how much we lower the thermostats the bill keeps going up instead of going down like it should. My parents struggle is killing me seeing them like this.
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The rate increase during a time when most Americans are facing financial hardships is despicable. TECO should at least do what they can to minimize the cost when the net profits are so high. Consumers will be voting in 2024 and if something is not done well before then, there will be some seat changes in our state.