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”The City of Highland has always taken a proactive approach to community development. It is clear that the City of Highland is making a concerted effort to help existing business, as well as to encourage new business and industry to locate in Highland.“ - Rob Bowman, President and CEO - Terra Properties, Inc.

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The Highland Electric system has been owned and operated by the City, ensuring reliable electric power, since 1899.  The system presently serves 5,257 residential, 572 commercial and 193 industrial users spread out over 64 square miles.

Highland belongs to the Illinois Municipal Electric Agency (IMEA), a consortium of municipalities that purchases electrical power.  In addition, the city owns a power plant that houses nine generators giving Highland its own generating capabilities.

The capacity for Highland’s reliable low cost electricity comes from a dedicated 138KV Transmission line and a new 138/34.5KV substation, which were placed in service in 1999. There are two 34.5 sub-transmission lines and 17 Megawatts of diesel generation that are utilized to provide backup service to the city.  Highland’s backup supply ensures maximum power and reliability under all but the most catastrophic situations.

Highland offers competitive electric rates, so you know that you will never be paying too much for your electric power.

Electric Rates

Residential Service

Description

Monthly Charge

Usage

Rate/kwh

Energy Charge

$6.00

0.0744

Commercial Service

Description

Monthly Charge

Usage

Rate/kwh

Energy Charge

$12.00

0.0615

Industrial Service

Description

Monthly Charge

Usage

Rate/kwh

Energy Charge

$12.00 – $25.00

First 365 X kW Demand

0.0422

Energy Charge

Over 365 X kW Demand

0.0359

Demand Charge

6.50 per KW

*Source: City of Highland

For more information contact:

Light and Power Department

Dan Cook
Director of Electric and Fiber
2610 Plaza Drive
Box 218
Highland, IL 62249
618.654.7511 p
618.654.1901 f

 

Mark Latham, City Manager | 1115 Broadway | P.O. Box 218 | Highland, IL 62249
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