Another reader told me to use this link to save money: https://www.ameren.com/illinois/account/customer-service/bill/power-smart-pricing/
This is the cheapest way to save money!
A reader told me you can Opt-Out at anytime. As of October 1st would be a good time.
By: Diane Benjamin
Like really high electricity bills? If you didn’t opt out of either the Bloomington or Normal aggregation plan you are paying:

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Citizens were given a limited amount of time to opt out of this 12 month plan. I hope you did!
A reader sent this to me yesterday:

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Those who did opt out will be paying less than those who didn’t. Congrats.
I have no idea if government can renegotiate. I also have no idea if they care enough to even try.

I opted out.
Advantage ME!!!!
The plan of “opting out” is a clear sign of government not representing the people. The intent is to deceive and they know it. This government sucks. B-N, McLean County, the State of IL. ALL of them are traitors to their “charge” or oath of office if they took one.
I usually agree with you, Diane, because it’s a rarity for you to be wrong. However I think this is the first time I’ve caught an outright lie:
“I also have no idea if they care enough to even try.”
You know, I know, and anyone paying attention knows the answer there is “Hard No, unless it becomes a significant reelection issue or one of their close associates privately complains loudly.”
Less the 20% turnout means 80% don’t care