California utilities regulators are bringing down “return on equity” payments to power company shareholders. It’s the lowest profit margin in 20 years for PG&E and Southern California Edison, but will be hard to notice in your payments.
Tag: California Public Utilities Commission
Posted inUtilities
They rely on landlines for emergencies. AT&T’s political moves in California could take those away
AT&T’s failed effort this year to retire copper landlines in parts of California seemed to have support from a diverse grassroots coalition. But many of the members had ties with the telecom giant, CalMatters found.
Posted inMendocino
Landline access will remain in place in California
State commission thwarts AT&T’s attempt to quit providing landline telephone service
Posted inEnvironment & Natural Resources
PG&E will increase rates 8% for all customers March 1 — part of $1.15 billion in hikes
Look out for your bill.
Posted inPolitics & Government
Board of supervisors to discuss jail improvements and cannabis regs
Also: a discussion about the planning commission’s recommendations about the proposed cannabis cultivation ordinance, whether to close the dump in Westport, and a letter to CPUC.