July 21st, 2017 by WCBC Radio
A small but vocal and sometimes angry crowd were on hand Thursday evening as the Maryland Public Service Commission conducted a hearing on the request of Columbia Gas to increase rates. The hearing was held at the Ramada Inn and about 20 citizens were in attendance with 7 making comments. The reason given for the request is creating or replacing pipeline infrastructure and maintenance. If approved, typical residential rates could go up 15%. Much of the criticism centered on a lack of adequate notice about the hearing, as well as not enough information being provided by the Columbia Gas representatives on hand…
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