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PHOENIX (AZFamily)<\/b> \u2014 The Arizona Corporation Commission got an earful Monday from APS customers who say they do not want to pay higher electricity bills.<\/p>\n

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It comes as the panel started its first evidentiary hearing Monday on a proposed APS rate hike, marking the start of what appears to be a lengthy process in which commissioners will hear evidence and recommendations that could extend until the end of June.<\/p>\n

Dozens of APS customers gathered outside the commission building, chanting \u201cno rate hikes\u201d and holding signs opposing the utility company\u2019s plan to raise customers\u2019 bills.<\/p>\n

\u201cThey need to protect the public and quit giving in to corporations. We deserve better,\u201d one customer said.<\/p>\n

Public testimony fills commission chambers<\/h2>\n

Inside the Arizona Corporation Commission, a busier scene unfolded as dozens of people filed into the chambers, stepping up to the dais to give their testimony to commissioners during one of the last public hearings on the proposal.<\/p>\n

\u201cI don\u2019t know why any corporation wants to raise rates that exceed far beyond reality,\u201d one person testified.<\/p>\n

The meeting marked one of the last public hearings on APS\u2019 proposed rate hike before commissioners begin their deliberations.<\/p>\n

Last year, APS proposed a 14% rate hike that would increase people\u2019s monthly bills by at least $20. The proposal has received pushback from customers across the state.<\/p>\n

\u201cI don\u2019t want to worry myself having another $400, $500, $600 utility bill,\u201d one customer said.<\/p>\n

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APS cites grid costs and maintenance expenses<\/h2>\n

According to APS, the rate hike is necessary to operate and strengthen the electric grid, pointing to increased operation and maintenance costs that can be 50% to 90% higher than they were a few years ago.<\/p>\n

APS also noted that data centers could face a rate hike of up to 45%, raising concern about their high energy use.<\/p>\n

\u201cI\u2019m definitely concerned that homeowners are footing the bill for corporations that are getting tax breaks, who are coming into our communities and taking the energy we need to live safely in these times in severe climate,\u201d one customer said.<\/p>\n

While the Arizona Corporation Commission will have a few months to decide on the proposal, customers who testified Monday said they hope their voices are heard loud and clear.<\/p>\n

Customers can give their public comment at the meeting before the commission makes a final decision. Customers can also give public comments online by clicking or tapping here.<\/p>\n

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