The rising costs of utilities we need for daily life continue to skyrocket while the companies behind them make record breaking profit.
Any raise in prices should be voted on by everyone in the community it will be impacting, not left to be decided by a utilities board.
This should apply to electricity, gas, water, fuel, and communications. With each utility presenting valid reasons and documentation for the requested increase followed by proof that the funds were used for what they were requested for.
Furthermore, residents should be able to choose what company provides their service thereby demonopolizing the industries and making rates competitive.