Liberty requests a rate increase for CARE program funding.
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- Published
- Category
- Public Hearing
- City
- South Lake Tahoe
- Case #
- A. 26-01-021
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What You Should Do Next
- 1
Review the Rate Increase
Visit the CPUC website to understand the proposed rate increase details.
- 2
Submit Public Comments
Provide your comments on the application at the CPUC website before the hearing.
- 3
Contact Liberty for Questions
Email or call Liberty for any inquiries regarding the rate increase.
- 4
Attend the Public Hearing
Participate in the public hearing to voice your opinion on the rate increase.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Liberty's rate increase request about?
- Liberty is requesting an increase in CARE Surcharge revenue for 2027.
- How will this affect my utility bill?
- The average non-CARE residential customer may see a minimal increase of $0.01.
- Where can I find more information?
- Visit apps.cpuc.ca.gov/c/A2601021 for details and public comments.
- How can I contact Liberty for questions?
- You can reach Liberty at Elly.odoherty@libertyutilities.com or call (800) 782-2506.
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Full Notice Text
Notice of Liberty's Rate Increase RequestLiberty's Joint Small and Multi-Jurisdictional Utilities (SMJU) Energy Savings Assistance (ESA) and California Alternate Rates for Energy (CARE) Programs 2027 Funding Application to the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) A. 26-01-021What is Being Requested?Liberty is requesting an increase in CARE Surcharge revenue of $1,981,414 or 0.12% for 2027 to fund the CARE program administration and discount.How Would This Impact the Average Residential Customer?If the request is approved, the average non-CARE residential customer using 669 kWh per month would see a rate increase of approximately $0.01 per month or 0.003%. The actual impact will vary based on usage, baseline territory, and other factors.Additional InformationAn administrative law judge will hold hearings, consider evidence, testimony, and public comments before drafting a proposed decision on this application. CPUC Commissioners will then vote on a final decision at a public meeting.You can read more about the utility's request and make public comment by visiting apps.cpuc.ca.gov/c/A2601021. For questions about participating in CPUC matters, you can contact the Public Advisor's Office at Public.Advisor@cpuc.ca.gov, 1-866-849-8390, or 505 Van Ness Ave., San Francisco, CA 94102. Please reference A. 26-01-021 in any communication with the CPUC.Questions About the RequestFor questions about this application, please contact Liberty at Elly.odoherty@libertyutilities.com, (800) 782-2506, or 933 Eloise Avenue, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150.