HERMISTON, Ore. – Residents will experience a decrease in their electricity bills next year, following the Hermiston City Council's approval of a proposal to lower the city's electric franchise fee rate for all customers.

The fee will decrease from 7% to 4%, leading to an estimated reduction in electricity costs by $40 to $60 annually for a typical household, depending on usage.

Additionally, the city will eliminate its existing economic development incentive program related to electric utility franchise fees.

Rapid expansion of data center operations within Hermiston has significantly increased franchise fee collections. This allows the city to reduce the universal rate, benefiting all customers while still boosting city revenue.

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