We're hearing a lot from those whose bills have risen higher than expected. I've talked to family and friends in Ephrata and none of them have seen anything other than the long-announced 40% increase. I wonder what percentage of Ephrata residents are seeing a higher increase to their bill than what the borough had predicted? Does anyone have a lower than predicted increase? Just wondering...

My bill went from $105 in December to $250 in January. Single story brick (less than 1,000 square feet), single occupant, electric heat set to 50 degrees throughout the house. No dryer (clothes are hung out to dry), no stove (I use a toaster oven to save money), all lightbulbs are compact fluorescents, upgraded doors and windows several years ago and have extra insulation in the attic.

Can you image what the bill would have been if the house was set to be 60 degrees? Probably $500-600. I'm considering removing cable tv to balance my budget for the higher cost of electricity.

I'm nervouse what my bill will be!