IURC News Release

Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission                                                         

302 West Washington Street, Room 306                                                                        

Indianapolis Indiana  46204                                                                                

317.232.2297 office

317.233.1982 fax

 

www.state.in.us/iurc

 

Contact:  Mary Beth Fisher

 

For Immediate Release                                                                                   

March 21, 2001

 

LINCOLN UTILITIES LLC TO INCREASE RATES

 

Today the Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission approved a request by Lincoln Utilities to increase its rates and charges for water service, but at a rate less than the 3.93% the company originally sought.

 

In cause 41710-U the Commissioners approved a 1.53% across the board increase for water service to its customers.  A customer of Lincoln who uses 5,000 gallons of water presently pays $14.89.  After the increase he or she will pay $15.12.

 

Lincoln Utilities provides water service to customers within incorporated communities and unincorporated rural areas in Lake County, Indiana.  It provides service to approximately 1,969 customers.

                       

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