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DEMEC warns of possible electric rate hikes

Terry RogersGovernment, Headlines, Milford Headline Story

At a recent workshop, Kimberly Schlichting, CEO of the Delaware Municipal Electric Corporation (DEMEC), warned of a possible rate increase due to changes at the Indian River Power Plant. Schlichting began her presentation by apologizing for bringing bad news. β€œI wish I was bringing better news, but if anything, misery loves company,” Schlichting said. β€œWe’re not alone in what I’m …