Consumer News... For You! The OUCC's December 2017 Newsletter (Corrected/Updated Version)
State of Indiana sent this bulletin at 12/04/2017 02:04 PM EST
DECEMBER 2017
OUR ANNUAL REPORT The OUCC appeared in 371 state utility regulatory cases during the state's last fiscal year, including 31 general rate cases and 166 cost tracker proceedings. Those are a few of the statistics in our newly issued Annual Report. The report describes the OUCC's recent work on behalf of Indiana consumers while explaining how our legal, technical, and administrative teams carry out the agency's mission each day.
NIPSCO GAS RATE CASE Three IURC public field hearings are coming up in the Northern Indiana Public Service Company (NIPSCO) gas rate case, including a December 11 hearing in Fort Wayne. Additional hearings in Lake County and South Bend will be scheduled with the dates to be posted on the OUCC's website as soon as they are available. The OUCC is inviting written consumer comments through January 17, with the agency's testimony due on January 24. A Commission order is expected in summer 2018.
SMART METERS AND ADDITIONAL CASE UPDATES
Consumer comments on Duke Energy's proposed advanced metering opt out fees are invited through January 4.
The IURC evidentiary hearing on Indiana American Water Company's proposed acquisition of the Charlestown water utility starts on December 13.
The Indiana Michigan Power (I&M) rate case's evidentiary hearing is scheduled to start on January 16.
The OUCC expects to file testimony in the Lafayette municipal water rate case in mid-February.
KEEP IT SAFE THROUGH THE HOLIDAYS It's never safe to overload an electrical outlet. But it's one of the "12 Dangers of Christmas" that's all too common at this time of the year. The Electrical Safety Foundation International (ESFI) offers a number of indoor and outdoor tips for holiday lights along with year-round safety tips for the home and the workplace. All of us at the OUCC wish you and yours a safe and enjoyable holiday season.
OUR MISSION To represent all Indiana consumers to ensure quality, reliable utility services at the most reasonable prices possible through dedicated advocacy, consumer education, and creative problem solving.
