The Wichita City Council unanimously approved a resolution regarding Evergy's proposed energy rate hike. Mayor Brandon Whipple read the resolution Tuesday morning and said it will put a strain on the city, residents and local businesses.
On April 25, Evergy filed a joint application with the Kansas Corporation Commission (KCC), Evergy Kansas Central and Evergy Metro, Inc. The net rate increase proposed is 9.77 percent, or an increase of approximately $14.24 per month for each residential customer.
Hear the resolution below.
The city estimates that their net increase for lighting and utilities will be approximately 8.3 percent and say that it will have a negative impact on city operations and the community.
The city's resolution will be filed with the KCC, who will accept written comments until September 29.