Belmont Light Rate Hearing – January 13, 2026

Category: Uncategorized   |   Posted On: January 8, 2026

Background

Belmont Light is hosting a rate hearing on January 13, 2026 to review proposed updates to electricity rates. This hearing gives customers an opportunity to learn about the changes, ask questions, and provide feedback before any updates take effect.

In 2026, Belmont Light anticipates a budget shortfall driven by rising transmission costs and planned investments in the local electric system. To address this, the Light Board is considering:

• An overall rate increase of about 5% to reflect higher costs for moving electricity (transmission)
• Adjustments to the conservation charge, which funds energy efficiency programs and customer rebates

These changes are designed to keep Belmont Light financially healthy while continuing to provide reliable, safe, and sustainable electricity to all customers.

Why Rates Are Changing

Electricity costs are rising due to:

• Electrification, which increases demand on the grid
• Higher transmission costs as more power moves from generation to homes and businesses
• Ongoing investments in infrastructure, maintenance, and customer programs

The proposed changes aim to recover these costs fairly while continuing to support programs that benefit customers and the community.

What’s Next

• Join us at the rate hearing on January 13, 2026 at 7:30 p.m.
• This is a hybrid meeting, so you are welcome to attend in person or by Zoom. Click here for agenda and Zoom link.
• The full presentation slides, with detailed breakdowns by rate class, are available here.
• Customers are also welcome to send questions or comments before the meeting to lightboard@belmontlight.com.

Additional Information

📺What is transmission and why does it matter? Watch this short video to see how electricity travels from generation to your home and why transmission infrastructure affects your bill.