San Miguel Power Association Rate Tariffs
San Miguel Power Association's rates are designed to meet expected revenue requirements and to equitably distribute the cost of service to members while maintaining the financial stability of the cooperative.
San Miguel Power Association (SMPA) is seeking comments from the consumer-members on a proposed increase to electric rates. This rate increase is necessary for the association to meet the projected 2026 operation expenses which includes a 7.2% increase in wholesale power costs. The proposal is below.
The SMPA board of Directors will be taking action on this proposal at their November 18th meeting, which will be held virtually over the Zoom platform. Registration is available here. Consumers are encouraged to attend this meeting, share opinions and help Board members make the most informed decision possible.
Members may also provide written comment by emailing rates@smpa.com.
Comparison of Current Rates and Proposed 2026 Rates
Time-based Rates
What is Time-of-Use? Time-of-Use puts the power in the members’ hands. For 5 hours a day (from 4 to 9 PM),
when demand is highest, an increased consumer rate would incentivize load shifting. When members use
electricity during the remaining 19 hours of the day, they have a more cost-effective, lower rate. All users can still
use on-peak power as needed, with a moderate cost increase, but the incentive to move load off-peak opens up
opportunities for behavioral and technological solutions that can benefit the individual as well as the entire
cooperative.
Rate Options: The default time-based rate is Time-of-Use Energy. There will be a Time-of-Day Peak Power rate option for those who find that option suits their energy needs better.
The following TOU rate and optional TOD Peak Power rate are available as of May, 2025:
Traditional Demand accounts do not have the option to select a Time-of-Use Energy rate or Time-of-Day Demand.
Additional Questions?
Click here to lean more about Time-of-Use. Timing Matters
Have additional questions? Please email them to rates@smpa.com.
