Spring Grove approves first step of two‑step electric rate increase: 6% starting Jan. 1

The Spring Grove City Council voted Aug. 19 to implement the first step of a two‑step electric rate plan recommended by Star Energy Services.

Kristi Robinson of Star Energy Services presented an executive summary and recommended a two‑step approach: a 6% increase in the first year and another 6% in the following year. After the presentation Council Member Trent Turner moved to start with the first step — a 6% increase beginning Jan. 1 — and to keep a consistent year‑round energy rate; the motion was seconded by Council Member Michael Hagen and passed with the minutes recording the action as 'all in favor.'

The minutes do not include a roll‑call tally or figures showing the effect on typical residential or commercial bills. The council did not record a formal schedule for the second 6% increase in the transcript beyond Robinson’s recommendation that a second step be taken the following year.

The decision directs staff to implement the first changes to rate schedules so they take effect on Jan. 1; further rate changes remain subject to council action and any required notice or regulatory steps.