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Aug 18, 2026

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Belmont Light approves 2026 rate increase

Published Aug 18, 2026

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Briefing

Apr 16, 2026

Belmont Light reviews costs and billing changes

Belmont Light maintained its A+ credit rating with a stable outlook, while staff warned that high winter power costs could lead to a Power Cost Adjustment later in 2026. Billing cycles are also being standardized, and some customers will receive a one-time shorter bill during the transition.

2 min readMunicipal coverage

Briefing

Mar 12, 2026

Light Board Approves Town Payment

The Board unanimously approved a voluntary $650,000 transfer from Belmont Municipal Light Department operating cash to the Town’s General Revenue Fund. Belmont Light also reported that January spot-market power costs were about 76% above budget, making a Power Cost Adjustment likely around May 1.

2 min readMunicipal coverage

Briefing

Feb 5, 2026

Light Board Advances Incinerator Site Planning

The Board agreed to seek legal counsel and negotiate a formal agreement with town administration defining BMLD’s role, site responsibilities, and protections for the former incinerator site. The proposed ash-pile cap is estimated at $5.5 million, leaving an approximately $2 million funding gap before the broader solar, battery-storage, and potential building project can proceed.

2 min readMunicipal coverage

Briefing

Jan 15, 2026

Belmont Light Reviews AI and Energy Programs

Substation maintenance at Hittinger Street and Oakley Road was completed, returning all equipment to service and improving reliability. Belmont Light also reviewed an AI pilot for evaluating investments and outlined 2026 plans to expand energy audits, outreach, and incentives.

3 min readMunicipal coverage

Briefing

Jan 13, 2026

Belmont Light approves 2026 rate increase

The Municipal Light Board approved a 5.3% overall rate increase and doubled the conservation charge, effective March 1, 2026. For an average residential customer using 550 kWh monthly, the estimated increase is $8.88 on Rate A and $6.06 on Rate LI.

2 min readMunicipal coverage