Rate Increases Coming in October
Early last year Perennial hired a rate consultant to provide a cost-of-service study and a rate design to ensure cost-correct rates for our customers. Utility Financial Solutions (UFS) worked closely with management analyzing several metrics including financial data, revenue details, historic billings, system asset inventories, load data, and other records. After UFS completed the cost-of-service and rate design, the Perennial Board of Directors and management reviewed the findings and the board voted to make the rates effective, October 1st of this year. Read More…
Winter Storm NYLA Brings Winter Back to Nebraska
During the early hours of March 19, 2025, a powerful storm, named Winter Storm Nyla by the Weather Channel, moved into central Nebraska, bringing blizzard conditions and widespread damage to Perennial’s service area. Heavy, wet snow with high winds caused near-zero visibility, which resulted in widespread power outages in central Nebraska. According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, all precipitation types (rain, hail, sleet, and snow) were observed. Within the first 12 hours, rain and hail transitioned to graupel, tiny snowballs, then changed to heavy, wet snow. Snowfall amounts of 5 to 12 inches were common in York and Fillmore counties. The combination of heavy, wet snow and strong winds led to widespread power outages, affecting thousands of residents. Interstate 80 was closed for a time due to the treacherous conditions, and many roads were also impassable. Crews were stranded while attempting to restore power. High winds downed trees, power
lines, and even snapped utility poles, contributing to the power outages and property damage. Read More…
