Council adopts optional RG‑3 overnight EV charging rate

Jul 29, 2026

The River Falls Common Council approved an optional RG‑3 residential electric rate to encourage overnight EV charging; staff confirmed the rate will require a one‑year commitment similar to the existing RG‑2 program.

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Council members approved a resolution to add an RG‑3 optional residential rate intended to incentivize EV owners to charge overnight (midnight–5 a.m.) at a lower rate. A council member explained the policy intention to shift charging away from the 3–7 p.m. peak and described systemwide savings from lower wholesale power costs.

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