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El Paso City Council Challenges Proposed Natural Gas Rate Increase

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The El Paso City Council is actively opposing a proposed natural gas rate hike that could raise costs by nearly 20% for certain customers. On February 16, the council authorized the city attorney and city manager to file a motion for rehearing regarding the rate increase. This decision is crucial as it directly impacts residents' utility expenses and the overall cost of living in the area. The council's actions reflect their commitment to protecting the financial interests of El Paso residents against significant utility cost increases.

Key Details: • City Council authorized action on February 16 to oppose the rate hike. • Proposed rate increase could affect natural gas customers by nearly 20%. • Residents may see increased utility bills if the hike is approved.

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