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New York State Public Service Commission Seeks Public Comment on Utility Rate Proposal

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The New York State Public Service Commission is seeking public comment on a joint proposal submitted by New York State Electric & Gas Corporation (NYSEG) and Rochester Gas and Electric Corporation (RG&E) regarding their rates, charges, rules, and regulations for electric and gas service. The proposal addresses customer and other impacts related to the COVID-19 pandemic and would establish new rate plans for the companies' delivery services for three years. The proposal has been signed by various stakeholders, including the New York State Department of Public Service Staff, Alliance for a Green Economy, and Walmart Inc.

Key Takeaways:

  • The joint proposal would establish new rate plans for NYSEG's electric and gas delivery services for three years, with revenue increases ranging from $45.68 million to $88.56 million over the three-year period.
  • The proposal would also establish new rate plans for RG&E's electric and gas delivery services for three years, with revenue increases ranging from $15.24 million to $30.72 million over the three-year period.
  • The proposal provides for the closure of six customer walk-in offices under a phased closure schedule beginning June 1, 2021.
  • The full text of the joint proposal and other filings in the proceedings are available on the Department of Public Service website.
  • Members of the public may submit comments on the joint proposal, with comments requested by July 23, 2020.
  • There are several ways to provide comments to the Commission, including via the internet, mail, email, and a toll-free opinion line.
  • Written comments will become part of the record considered by the Commission and are posted on the website for public viewing.

Statistics:

  • Revenue increases for NYSEG's electric business over the three-year period: $45.68 million (Rate Year 1), $84.77 million (Rate Year 2), and $88.56 million (Rate Year 3).
  • Revenue increases for RG&E's electric business over the three-year period: $15.24 million (Rate Year 1), $28.06 million (Rate Year 2), and $30.72 million (Rate Year 3).
  • Customer walk-in offices to be closed under the phased closure schedule: 6 (RG&E: 4, NYSEG: 2).

Sources:

  • STATE OF NEW YORK PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION CASE 19-E-0378
  • STATE OF NEW YORK PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION CASE 19-G-0379
  • STATE OF NEW YORK PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION CASE 19-E-0380
  • STATE OF NEW YORK PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION CASE 19-G-0381
  • NOTICE SEEKING PUBLIC COMMENT (Issued June 23, 2020)
  • www.dps.ny.gov (Department of Public Service website)

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