Residents in Orting are grappling with high energy bills and are expressing concern over proposed future rate increases from Puget Sound Energy.
The utility’s website says it is seeking approval for hikes that would impact electricity and natural gas rates for the years 2027, 2028 and 2029.
PSE estimated the cost of the increase based on 800 kWh of electricity, 200 kWh more than its tier two rates threshold:…