@moconsumer.bsky.social
Electricity prices keep rising nationwide, putting real pressure on families. Power shutoffs are surging as bills climb faster than incomes. Americans are paying 11% more for electricity since January, and costs are up 37% in Missouri alone.
Read more: www.washingtonpost.com/business/202...
Read more: www.washingtonpost.com/business/202...
November 25, 2025 at 7:00 PM
Electricity prices keep rising nationwide, putting real pressure on families. Power shutoffs are surging as bills climb faster than incomes. Americans are paying 11% more for electricity since January, and costs are up 37% in Missouri alone.
Read more: www.washingtonpost.com/business/202...
Read more: www.washingtonpost.com/business/202...
There is still assistance left for your overdue water bills in the City of St. Louis.
Consumers Council of Missouri encourages you to apply if you're at least 90 days behind on your water bill.
🔗 www.stlwater.com/permits-appl...
#ConsumersCouncilofMissouri #WaterBillAssistance
Consumers Council of Missouri encourages you to apply if you're at least 90 days behind on your water bill.
🔗 www.stlwater.com/permits-appl...
#ConsumersCouncilofMissouri #WaterBillAssistance
October 29, 2025 at 9:05 PM
There is still assistance left for your overdue water bills in the City of St. Louis.
Consumers Council of Missouri encourages you to apply if you're at least 90 days behind on your water bill.
🔗 www.stlwater.com/permits-appl...
#ConsumersCouncilofMissouri #WaterBillAssistance
Consumers Council of Missouri encourages you to apply if you're at least 90 days behind on your water bill.
🔗 www.stlwater.com/permits-appl...
#ConsumersCouncilofMissouri #WaterBillAssistance
Want to learn more about utility rates and consumer rights in your neighborhood? Invite Consumers Council of Missouri to speak at your community meeting.
www.moconsumers.org
#ConsumersCouncilofMissouri #UtilityAdvocacy #MedicalDebt #EquitableBanking
www.moconsumers.org
#ConsumersCouncilofMissouri #UtilityAdvocacy #MedicalDebt #EquitableBanking
October 28, 2025 at 3:19 PM
Want to learn more about utility rates and consumer rights in your neighborhood? Invite Consumers Council of Missouri to speak at your community meeting.
www.moconsumers.org
#ConsumersCouncilofMissouri #UtilityAdvocacy #MedicalDebt #EquitableBanking
www.moconsumers.org
#ConsumersCouncilofMissouri #UtilityAdvocacy #MedicalDebt #EquitableBanking
DID YOU KNOW?
Over 80,000 households in St. Louis City pay a flat rate for water, while just over 13,000 homes are metered. Flat-rate customers often pay more than they use and never have the opportunity to conserve, while metered customers pay based on actual consumption.
IS THIS FAIR?
Over 80,000 households in St. Louis City pay a flat rate for water, while just over 13,000 homes are metered. Flat-rate customers often pay more than they use and never have the opportunity to conserve, while metered customers pay based on actual consumption.
IS THIS FAIR?
October 27, 2025 at 6:36 PM
DID YOU KNOW?
Over 80,000 households in St. Louis City pay a flat rate for water, while just over 13,000 homes are metered. Flat-rate customers often pay more than they use and never have the opportunity to conserve, while metered customers pay based on actual consumption.
IS THIS FAIR?
Over 80,000 households in St. Louis City pay a flat rate for water, while just over 13,000 homes are metered. Flat-rate customers often pay more than they use and never have the opportunity to conserve, while metered customers pay based on actual consumption.
IS THIS FAIR?
Need help with past due water bills? Were you financially affected by Covid-19?
Visit moconsumers.org/consumer-res... for the latest updates on our Water Affordability Program. #ConsumersCouncilofMissouri #CCM #WaterAffordability #StLouis
Visit moconsumers.org/consumer-res... for the latest updates on our Water Affordability Program. #ConsumersCouncilofMissouri #CCM #WaterAffordability #StLouis
August 18, 2025 at 4:28 PM
Need help with past due water bills? Were you financially affected by Covid-19?
Visit moconsumers.org/consumer-res... for the latest updates on our Water Affordability Program. #ConsumersCouncilofMissouri #CCM #WaterAffordability #StLouis
Visit moconsumers.org/consumer-res... for the latest updates on our Water Affordability Program. #ConsumersCouncilofMissouri #CCM #WaterAffordability #StLouis
@marymshannon.bsky.social spoke at Southside Wellness Center about SLU and Wash U physician groups suing patients over bills averaging $2,000, some as low as $104, often targeting lower-income, majority-Black ZIP codes. If you think you’ve been affected, email info@moconsumers.org.
August 14, 2025 at 4:11 PM
@marymshannon.bsky.social spoke at Southside Wellness Center about SLU and Wash U physician groups suing patients over bills averaging $2,000, some as low as $104, often targeting lower-income, majority-Black ZIP codes. If you think you’ve been affected, email info@moconsumers.org.
Trouble with insurance after the May 16 tornado?
Call the Missouri Insurance Consumer Hotline at 800-726-7390 for help with claims and coverage issues.
The state can investigate complaints and help you understand your rights.
#May16Storm #InsuranceHelp #MOConsumers
Call the Missouri Insurance Consumer Hotline at 800-726-7390 for help with claims and coverage issues.
The state can investigate complaints and help you understand your rights.
#May16Storm #InsuranceHelp #MOConsumers
August 7, 2025 at 8:10 PM
Trouble with insurance after the May 16 tornado?
Call the Missouri Insurance Consumer Hotline at 800-726-7390 for help with claims and coverage issues.
The state can investigate complaints and help you understand your rights.
#May16Storm #InsuranceHelp #MOConsumers
Call the Missouri Insurance Consumer Hotline at 800-726-7390 for help with claims and coverage issues.
The state can investigate complaints and help you understand your rights.
#May16Storm #InsuranceHelp #MOConsumers
SLU & WashU sued nearly 1,000 patients for medical debt.
87% default judgments
48% of garnishments hit Black zip codes (22% of population)
Over $1M in judgments pursued
Smallest debt: $104
Study by CCM & CSD: tinyurl.com/3zbtkrh2
#EndMedicalDebt #HealthJustice
87% default judgments
48% of garnishments hit Black zip codes (22% of population)
Over $1M in judgments pursued
Smallest debt: $104
Study by CCM & CSD: tinyurl.com/3zbtkrh2
#EndMedicalDebt #HealthJustice
July 11, 2025 at 3:01 PM
SLU & WashU sued nearly 1,000 patients for medical debt.
87% default judgments
48% of garnishments hit Black zip codes (22% of population)
Over $1M in judgments pursued
Smallest debt: $104
Study by CCM & CSD: tinyurl.com/3zbtkrh2
#EndMedicalDebt #HealthJustice
87% default judgments
48% of garnishments hit Black zip codes (22% of population)
Over $1M in judgments pursued
Smallest debt: $104
Study by CCM & CSD: tinyurl.com/3zbtkrh2
#EndMedicalDebt #HealthJustice
💧Water is a Right—not a Luxury.
In St. Louis, flat-rate bills, old pipes & no public input are failing our communities.
We’re fighting for metered billing, financial help & transparency.
Let’s fix STL’s water system.
👉 Follow @moconsumer.bsky.social for updates.
#STLWater #WaterJustice
In St. Louis, flat-rate bills, old pipes & no public input are failing our communities.
We’re fighting for metered billing, financial help & transparency.
Let’s fix STL’s water system.
👉 Follow @moconsumer.bsky.social for updates.
#STLWater #WaterJustice
July 7, 2025 at 5:41 PM
💧Water is a Right—not a Luxury.
In St. Louis, flat-rate bills, old pipes & no public input are failing our communities.
We’re fighting for metered billing, financial help & transparency.
Let’s fix STL’s water system.
👉 Follow @moconsumer.bsky.social for updates.
#STLWater #WaterJustice
In St. Louis, flat-rate bills, old pipes & no public input are failing our communities.
We’re fighting for metered billing, financial help & transparency.
Let’s fix STL’s water system.
👉 Follow @moconsumer.bsky.social for updates.
#STLWater #WaterJustice
🍝 The Consumers Council team took a well-deserved dinner trip to Zia’s on The Hill! Great food, even better company, and a chance to connect outside of the office. Grateful for moments like these that keep our team strong.
June 25, 2025 at 9:04 PM
🍝 The Consumers Council team took a well-deserved dinner trip to Zia’s on The Hill! Great food, even better company, and a chance to connect outside of the office. Grateful for moments like these that keep our team strong.
We’re proud to recognize Commerce Bank as a Consumer Champion sponsor of our upcoming Parker’s Table Wine Tasting event! 🍷
Thank you for supporting our mission to make utilities, banking, and healthcare more fair and affordable for all Missourians. 💙
#ConsumersCouncilMO
Thank you for supporting our mission to make utilities, banking, and healthcare more fair and affordable for all Missourians. 💙
#ConsumersCouncilMO
June 23, 2025 at 7:11 PM
We’re proud to recognize Commerce Bank as a Consumer Champion sponsor of our upcoming Parker’s Table Wine Tasting event! 🍷
Thank you for supporting our mission to make utilities, banking, and healthcare more fair and affordable for all Missourians. 💙
#ConsumersCouncilMO
Thank you for supporting our mission to make utilities, banking, and healthcare more fair and affordable for all Missourians. 💙
#ConsumersCouncilMO
Join us June 25, 5–7 PM at CIC Showroom (20 S. Sarah St) for a convo on how STL water rates are set & what’s being done to keep service safe & affordable. Hosted by @MOconsumer Refreshments served! Register: eventbrite.com/e/rising-rat... #STL #WaterRates #STLCommunity
June 9, 2025 at 3:50 PM
Join us June 25, 5–7 PM at CIC Showroom (20 S. Sarah St) for a convo on how STL water rates are set & what’s being done to keep service safe & affordable. Hosted by @MOconsumer Refreshments served! Register: eventbrite.com/e/rising-rat... #STL #WaterRates #STLCommunity
📢 Spire wants to raise your gas rates—speak up!
Join a Public Hearing Training led by Jackie Hutchinson, Director of Advocacy @ MoConsumers.
🗓️ Virtual Sessions:
May 28 • 7PM
May 29 • 11AM & 6PM
May 30 • 2:30PM
📲 More info: moconsumers.org
#SpireRateHike #PublicHearing #MoConsumers
Join a Public Hearing Training led by Jackie Hutchinson, Director of Advocacy @ MoConsumers.
🗓️ Virtual Sessions:
May 28 • 7PM
May 29 • 11AM & 6PM
May 30 • 2:30PM
📲 More info: moconsumers.org
#SpireRateHike #PublicHearing #MoConsumers
May 27, 2025 at 5:42 PM
📢 Spire wants to raise your gas rates—speak up!
Join a Public Hearing Training led by Jackie Hutchinson, Director of Advocacy @ MoConsumers.
🗓️ Virtual Sessions:
May 28 • 7PM
May 29 • 11AM & 6PM
May 30 • 2:30PM
📲 More info: moconsumers.org
#SpireRateHike #PublicHearing #MoConsumers
Join a Public Hearing Training led by Jackie Hutchinson, Director of Advocacy @ MoConsumers.
🗓️ Virtual Sessions:
May 28 • 7PM
May 29 • 11AM & 6PM
May 30 • 2:30PM
📲 More info: moconsumers.org
#SpireRateHike #PublicHearing #MoConsumers
💧 MAWC Rate Update 💧
PSC cut Missouri American Water’s proposed 40% hike to ~25%, thanks to strong advocacy from @MoConsumers.
✅ Lower customer charge
✅ No unfair cost shifts
✅ St. Louis County protected
❌ Low-income program rejected—we’re fighting back.
📅 New rates start May 28.
PSC cut Missouri American Water’s proposed 40% hike to ~25%, thanks to strong advocacy from @MoConsumers.
✅ Lower customer charge
✅ No unfair cost shifts
✅ St. Louis County protected
❌ Low-income program rejected—we’re fighting back.
📅 New rates start May 28.
May 21, 2025 at 5:59 PM
💧 MAWC Rate Update 💧
PSC cut Missouri American Water’s proposed 40% hike to ~25%, thanks to strong advocacy from @MoConsumers.
✅ Lower customer charge
✅ No unfair cost shifts
✅ St. Louis County protected
❌ Low-income program rejected—we’re fighting back.
📅 New rates start May 28.
PSC cut Missouri American Water’s proposed 40% hike to ~25%, thanks to strong advocacy from @MoConsumers.
✅ Lower customer charge
✅ No unfair cost shifts
✅ St. Louis County protected
❌ Low-income program rejected—we’re fighting back.
📅 New rates start May 28.
📢 TELL THE PSC: How Spire Rate Hikes Impact Our Communities!
Spire wants to raise our gas bills again — and it's time to speak up. These rate hikes hit families, seniors, and those on fixed incomes the hardest.
💬 How does this affect YOU?
Spire wants to raise our gas bills again — and it's time to speak up. These rate hikes hit families, seniors, and those on fixed incomes the hardest.
💬 How does this affect YOU?
May 21, 2025 at 2:18 PM
📢 TELL THE PSC: How Spire Rate Hikes Impact Our Communities!
Spire wants to raise our gas bills again — and it's time to speak up. These rate hikes hit families, seniors, and those on fixed incomes the hardest.
💬 How does this affect YOU?
Spire wants to raise our gas bills again — and it's time to speak up. These rate hikes hit families, seniors, and those on fixed incomes the hardest.
💬 How does this affect YOU?
📢 Testifying at the upcoming Spire Public Hearing?
Make Your Voice Count with These 4 Tips from Jackie Hutchinson, Director of Advocacy at Consumers Council of Missouri:
🔥 Spire wants to raise your gas rates. Public hearings are your chance to speak up.
Make Your Voice Count with These 4 Tips from Jackie Hutchinson, Director of Advocacy at Consumers Council of Missouri:
🔥 Spire wants to raise your gas rates. Public hearings are your chance to speak up.
May 16, 2025 at 3:18 PM
📢 Testifying at the upcoming Spire Public Hearing?
Make Your Voice Count with These 4 Tips from Jackie Hutchinson, Director of Advocacy at Consumers Council of Missouri:
🔥 Spire wants to raise your gas rates. Public hearings are your chance to speak up.
Make Your Voice Count with These 4 Tips from Jackie Hutchinson, Director of Advocacy at Consumers Council of Missouri:
🔥 Spire wants to raise your gas rates. Public hearings are your chance to speak up.
Thank you for a great Annual Meeting at CIC Showroom!
Welcome new board members: Laura Gowans, Cole Harred, James Jones II & Shelby Schroeder.
Thank you to Cara Spencer, Odester Saunders, Peter Meredith & Ed Weisbart for your service!
#ConsumersCouncil #StLouis
Welcome new board members: Laura Gowans, Cole Harred, James Jones II & Shelby Schroeder.
Thank you to Cara Spencer, Odester Saunders, Peter Meredith & Ed Weisbart for your service!
#ConsumersCouncil #StLouis
April 28, 2025 at 4:40 PM
Thank you for a great Annual Meeting at CIC Showroom!
Welcome new board members: Laura Gowans, Cole Harred, James Jones II & Shelby Schroeder.
Thank you to Cara Spencer, Odester Saunders, Peter Meredith & Ed Weisbart for your service!
#ConsumersCouncil #StLouis
Welcome new board members: Laura Gowans, Cole Harred, James Jones II & Shelby Schroeder.
Thank you to Cara Spencer, Odester Saunders, Peter Meredith & Ed Weisbart for your service!
#ConsumersCouncil #StLouis
💧 St. Louis Water Affordability Update
Consumers Council of Missouri met with Mayor Cara Spencer and City staff to address rising water rates, shutoffs, and affordability issues.
#WaterAffordability #StLouis #UtilityJustice #ConsumersCouncilMO
Consumers Council of Missouri met with Mayor Cara Spencer and City staff to address rising water rates, shutoffs, and affordability issues.
#WaterAffordability #StLouis #UtilityJustice #ConsumersCouncilMO
April 24, 2025 at 9:42 PM
💧 St. Louis Water Affordability Update
Consumers Council of Missouri met with Mayor Cara Spencer and City staff to address rising water rates, shutoffs, and affordability issues.
#WaterAffordability #StLouis #UtilityJustice #ConsumersCouncilMO
Consumers Council of Missouri met with Mayor Cara Spencer and City staff to address rising water rates, shutoffs, and affordability issues.
#WaterAffordability #StLouis #UtilityJustice #ConsumersCouncilMO
🌞 Low-Income Solar Meeting! 🌍
Consumers Council of Missouri brought together:
✅ City of STL
✅ OPC
✅ PSC Staff
✅ Ameren
✅ Community Voices
✅ Environmental Advocates
Together for a more equitable, sustainable energy future!
#SolarForAll #EnergyJustice #StLouis
Consumers Council of Missouri brought together:
✅ City of STL
✅ OPC
✅ PSC Staff
✅ Ameren
✅ Community Voices
✅ Environmental Advocates
Together for a more equitable, sustainable energy future!
#SolarForAll #EnergyJustice #StLouis
April 21, 2025 at 9:47 PM
🌞 Low-Income Solar Meeting! 🌍
Consumers Council of Missouri brought together:
✅ City of STL
✅ OPC
✅ PSC Staff
✅ Ameren
✅ Community Voices
✅ Environmental Advocates
Together for a more equitable, sustainable energy future!
#SolarForAll #EnergyJustice #StLouis
Consumers Council of Missouri brought together:
✅ City of STL
✅ OPC
✅ PSC Staff
✅ Ameren
✅ Community Voices
✅ Environmental Advocates
Together for a more equitable, sustainable energy future!
#SolarForAll #EnergyJustice #StLouis
📣 Consumers Council MO’s Sandra Padgett warns: Cutting all LIHEAP staff puts thousands of Missouri families at risk.
📬 Tell Congress: Rehire LIHEAP staff now.
🔗https://www.stltoday.com/opinion/letters/article_5e64e5dd-7071-4af4-be2a-21f429206f6e.html?mode=comments
📬 Tell Congress: Rehire LIHEAP staff now.
🔗https://www.stltoday.com/opinion/letters/article_5e64e5dd-7071-4af4-be2a-21f429206f6e.html?mode=comments
April 11, 2025 at 3:38 PM
📣 Consumers Council MO’s Sandra Padgett warns: Cutting all LIHEAP staff puts thousands of Missouri families at risk.
📬 Tell Congress: Rehire LIHEAP staff now.
🔗https://www.stltoday.com/opinion/letters/article_5e64e5dd-7071-4af4-be2a-21f429206f6e.html?mode=comments
📬 Tell Congress: Rehire LIHEAP staff now.
🔗https://www.stltoday.com/opinion/letters/article_5e64e5dd-7071-4af4-be2a-21f429206f6e.html?mode=comments
⚠️ Gov. Kehoe will sign SB4—raising utility bills by $1,115 for MO families.
📍Capitol, North Side (by the River)
📅 Wed, April 9
⏰ 12:15–1PM
🎤 Rally + Press Conference
Stand up for affordable energy! #StopSB4 #MOleg #EnergyJustice
📍Capitol, North Side (by the River)
📅 Wed, April 9
⏰ 12:15–1PM
🎤 Rally + Press Conference
Stand up for affordable energy! #StopSB4 #MOleg #EnergyJustice
April 8, 2025 at 6:18 PM
⚠️ Gov. Kehoe will sign SB4—raising utility bills by $1,115 for MO families.
📍Capitol, North Side (by the River)
📅 Wed, April 9
⏰ 12:15–1PM
🎤 Rally + Press Conference
Stand up for affordable energy! #StopSB4 #MOleg #EnergyJustice
📍Capitol, North Side (by the River)
📅 Wed, April 9
⏰ 12:15–1PM
🎤 Rally + Press Conference
Stand up for affordable energy! #StopSB4 #MOleg #EnergyJustice
Consumers Council of Missouri’s Annual Membership Meeting! Join us on April 25, 2025, from 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM at CIC Showroom, Meeting Room (20 S. Sarah St., St. Louis, MO 63108). Open to all! Enjoy light snacks, drinks, and great conversation about consumer rights and advocacy.
April 2, 2025 at 6:08 PM
Consumers Council of Missouri’s Annual Membership Meeting! Join us on April 25, 2025, from 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM at CIC Showroom, Meeting Room (20 S. Sarah St., St. Louis, MO 63108). Open to all! Enjoy light snacks, drinks, and great conversation about consumer rights and advocacy.
🚨 Consumer Win! Your Data, Your Choice! 🚨
The Public Service Commission appreciated Consumers Council’s advocacy and agreed that utilities must get your permission ("opt-in" only) before sharing private energy data. 🔒⚡ A big step for privacy & consumer rights in Missouri!
The Public Service Commission appreciated Consumers Council’s advocacy and agreed that utilities must get your permission ("opt-in" only) before sharing private energy data. 🔒⚡ A big step for privacy & consumer rights in Missouri!
March 28, 2025 at 6:53 PM
🚨 Consumer Win! Your Data, Your Choice! 🚨
The Public Service Commission appreciated Consumers Council’s advocacy and agreed that utilities must get your permission ("opt-in" only) before sharing private energy data. 🔒⚡ A big step for privacy & consumer rights in Missouri!
The Public Service Commission appreciated Consumers Council’s advocacy and agreed that utilities must get your permission ("opt-in" only) before sharing private energy data. 🔒⚡ A big step for privacy & consumer rights in Missouri!
Mark your calendars! Renew Missouri is partnering with the Sierra Club and the Consumers Council of Missouri to present findings on Energy Burden to St. Louis City Officials. Deadline to register is Friday, April 4th, 2025. tinyurl.com/mo-energy-burden
March 27, 2025 at 3:48 PM
Mark your calendars! Renew Missouri is partnering with the Sierra Club and the Consumers Council of Missouri to present findings on Energy Burden to St. Louis City Officials. Deadline to register is Friday, April 4th, 2025. tinyurl.com/mo-energy-burden