A Message from our General Manager
GRU Cuts Costs to Fight Price Pressures
In the face of declining sales and uncertain economic times, we at GRU are taking steps to keep prices down. In March, I announced an immediate hiring freeze and called on employees to finds ways to cut costs and trim budgets over the next two years. They have risen to the challenge and identified approximately $31.7 million in budget reductions for fiscal years 2009 and 2010.
We are very aware of the tough choices our customers are making and want to do everything possible to minimize price impacts on you and be good stewards of your money.
As sales are lower than projected, we are working to offset that difference - while preserving jobs - by looking for efficiencies and identifying investments that can be postponed without affecting service quality. Our commitment to providing safe and reliable utility services remains the top priority.
We are also dedicated to helping customers get through these tough times. If you are having trouble paying your bill, call us. We have many payment assistance programs, including extensions and installment plans. We also have a Budget Pay option that lets you pay the same amount each month.If you are looking for ways to lower your bill, turn to our monthly newsletter and website for practical, easy-to-implement ideas. We have rebate offers and low- or no-cost tips that can immediately help. We are also working to shield customers from fuel-cost spikes by optimizing how we buy fuel and produce energy.
GRU is a municipally owned utility, which means our customers are also our owners. By working together to conserve a little and looking for more ways to reduce costs, we will all benefit by holding down price increases. Together, let’s rethink energy.
Sincerely,Bob Hunzinger
GRU General Manager
