More of us feel that whatever the outcry, the individuals in authority turn a deaf ear to their grievances. Today, the restoration of confidence of many has been obtained.
Historically and seemingly, the utility industry has had it’s way with the Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission, but, today, we, the ratepayers can all rejoice that those in authority have heard our voice.
Let it be proclaimed that the will of the people has been upheld in regards to the denial of Vectren’s petition to increase the electrical rates of those ratepayers in Southwestern Indiana. I would like to thank the efforts of Representative Gail Riecken, District 77 and the folks at the City-County Observer that together, we brought the fight to Southwestern Indiana and the Commission heard our voices.
We must not be resolve in the notion that a victory has been won, but, to the contrary, must be demanding that those in authority (IUIC) be responsibility in the future and understand that the ratepayer has limited resources. And, moreover, I would like to advance my appreciation to all that took the time and effort to execute my petition.
Thank you to Mr. Friend, Mr. McGinn and Mr. Lindsey as the 3 members of City Council that have for many months fought for the taxpayers.
“We must not be resolved in the notion that a victory has been won, to the contrary, we must be demanding that those in authority (IURC) be responsible in the future and understand that the ratepayer has limited resources.” (Evansville City Councilman John Friend)
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Ultimately it has been the decisions coming out of the IURC that has allowed VECTREN to raise its rates to the point that it has become a real problem, and not just for residential rate payers. It has also produced a negative climate in our metro area that any prospective company considering this area for a new or relocated business is sure to consider.
That needs to be addressed if Evansville is to move forward.
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Yep.
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