Renzo DowneyDecember 29, 2022
3min0
In his resignation letter, Gentry said he is prioritizing time with family.
Tag: Office of Public Counsel
Renzo DowneyDecember 29, 2022
Peter SchorschMay 5, 2021
4min1256
The settlement was widely hailed as pro-consumer.
Guest AuthorMarch 4, 2021
5min1495
Now more than ever, we must keep utility rates consumer-friendly, transparent and affordable.
Jason DelgadoJanuary 5, 20213min741
Kelly's resignation will take effect Jan.15.
Michael MolineMarch 26, 2019
4min278
J.R. Kelly – the current Counsel – has served in the office since November 2007.
Michael MolineFebruary 7, 2019
5min466
It was the first time in six years that a special panel had even met.
Michael MolineOctober 18, 2018
7min330
A citizens group challenging the takeover of Vero Beach’s electric utility by Florida Power & Light Co. questioned the accounting underlying the deal Thursday as hearings opened before the Public Service Commission. The commission has already preliminarily OK’d the transfer — that happened on July 2. Thursday’s hearing centered on the Civic Association of Indian River […]
Michael MolineAugust 7, 2018
5min442
The Public Service Commission signed off Tuesday on Duke Energy Florida’s plan to collect the last $43 million it needs from ratepayers to recoup upgrade costs for its now-closed Crystal River 3 nuclear power plant. The commission voted 3-2 to attach to the plan a copy of a settlement agreement between Duke and the Office […]
Michael MolineJuly 10, 2018
4min288
Central Florida, get ready for a new area code. The Public Service Commission voted Tuesday to authorize the debut of 689 code for new customers, perhaps as soon as May 2019. The North American Numbering Plan Administrator, or NANPA, which oversees the area code system, will figure out the precise timing. “They’ll get back with […]
Staff ReportsAugust 29, 2017
4min340
Duke Energy announced Tuesday it had filed a settlement agreement with the Florida Public Service Commission (PSC). The good news: Rates won’t be increasing as expected. “This settlement has broad support and was developed collaboratively with the Office of Public Counsel and other consumer advocates, including the Florida Industrial Power Users Group, White Springs Agricultural […]