Starting Nov. 1, Kyle residents will see an increase in their electric bill due to a raise in the franchise fee paid by Pedernales Electric Cooperative (PEC) to the city.

Kyle City Council members voted unanimously Aug. 22 to increase PEC franchise free from 2.0 to 4.5 percent. 

PEC pays the city a franchise fee for use of roads and public right-of-way in order to provide electric services. 

The last increase negotiated was 10 years ago, said Jerry Hendrix, Kyle chief of staff.

All franchise fees...