What did Atlanta Gas Light ask the Georgia Public Service Commission to do?
Atlanta Gas Light is seeking an increase in its base rates – those charges that pay for the basic services of the utility. The company is seeking a rate increase of $2.95 per month from residential customers. A portion of the overall increase will also be paid by commercial customers. Q: If Atlanta Gas Light is successful, how much will my bill go up? A: Atlanta Gas Light charges are one of the three parts of your gas bill: AGL base charges, marketer charges and gas costs. If approved, the typical residential customer will see a 3-percent increase in their annual gas bill. Q: Why is an increase necessary? A: Since 2007, Atlanta Gas Light has seen a significant decline in the number of customers it serves. This puts pressure on the company to raise rates as fixed costs must be recovered from fewer customers. In addition, the company has experienced higher compliance and operating costs, including employee expenses. Atlanta Gas Light will also use a portion of the increase to support Atl
