Power bills shocking homeless shelter
By Julie Wurth
Saturday May 12, 2007
CHAMPAIGN – If you're still suffering rate shock from your latest power bill, consider the plight of Restoration Urban Ministries.
The Christian-based homeless shelter, headquartered at the old 8 Inn near Mattis and Bradley avenues, saw its monthly bill skyrocket to $6,800 in February when Ameren's new electric rates took effect – an increase of $4,000, or 150 percent.
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