Summary
A 5% electric rate increase for homes and businesses, plus higher planning and permit fees, took effect with the new fiscal year to cover wholesale power costs and capital spending.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 2
- Last 30 days
- 0
Last discussed Jun 1, 2026.
Impact analysis
5% higher electric bills for most customer classes; higher permit and zoning fees.
The electric fund stays solvent and competitive with neighboring utilities.
Electric customers and developers paying permit fees see higher costs.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Board of Commissioners - Jun 1, 2026
A 5% electric rate increase for homes and businesses, plus higher planning and permit fees, took effect with the new fiscal year to cover wholesale power costs and capital spending.
Board of Commissioners - May 18, 2026
The manager recommends raising the tax rate 2 cents to $0.1931 per $100, mostly to fix public safety staffing — 12 police vacancies and salaries below Huntersville and Davidson. Electric rates would rise 5%. The hearing continues June 1, so residents still have a say.
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