Public outcry causes Rediger to nix utility help plan

Wednesday, August 17, 2011

An overwhelming amount of public push-back prompted Cape Girardeau Mayor Harry Rediger on Tuesday to cancel a proposal intended to help low-income households keep up with sharp utility bill increases.

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