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This Week: The Cost of Power

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Summary

The 47th Ward Alderman invites residents to a town hall on the cost of power on Thursday, January 29 at Sulzer Library, where rising electricity bills, clean‑energy policy, and income‑based relief programs will be discussed with speakers from the Citizens Utility Board, CEDA, clean‑energy companies, and State Rep. Ann Williams. No zoning, development, housing, transit, or budget meetings or policy changes were mentioned. No other major announcements were included.

Email from 47th Ward Alderman

Neighbor,


You're invited to join us for a this Thursday, January 29th at Sulzer Library at 6 PM.


Electricity bills have surged for millions for Americans, and costs are expected to keep rising, by as much as $70 per month by 2028.


During our town hall, we'll discuss how AI, big utility companies, and back sliding on clean energy policy are shaping rising costs, and what we can do.


You'll hear from:


  • Citizens Utility Board on what's driving higher energy costs
  • CEDA about income-based relief programs than can lower your bill
  • Clean energy companies on how solar and clean energy could save you money
  • State Representative Ann Williams on efforts in Springfield to protect consumers and expand clean energy choices


We hope to see you there!


Maggie Kosterman

Director Community Engagement