The Electric Utility is separated into 2 divisions: Generation (Power Plant located on William Street) and Distribution (Line Crew located on Schoolfield Street). The Electric Department is subject to the regulatory jurisdiction of the Maryland Public Service Commission (MPSC). Rates for purchased power cost adjustments are revised and submitted to the MPSC which audits and holds formal hearings on those adjustments annually.
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Power Out? Please call Berlin Town Hall at 410-641-2770 Monday-Friday, 8:30 AM-5 PM. After hours or weekends: Call the Berlin Police Department at 410-641-1333.
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Tim Lawrence Electric Utility Director tlawrence@berlinmd.gov 410-629-1713
Augie Wienhold Line Operations Superintendent awienhold@berlinmd.gov 410-641-3401