Research

Scope and Content Note

19535-96: This accretion consists of bound volumes of minutes documenting the Public Service Commission's review and approval of matters falling within its jurisdiction. This includes determining reasonable rates to be charged to consumers by the related utilities; supervising utility operations to ensure safe and adequate service; supervising the financing of the utilities; certifying public need and environmental suitability of routes, construction and utility operating plans; and promoting long-range planning by the utilities.

19535-99: This accretion consists of microfilm copies of minutes documenting the Public Service Commission's review and approval or disapproval of those matters which legally fall within its jurisdiction, including: rates; safety and adequacy of service; suitability of routes; and utility financing. Minutes are arranged by case number, but contain only the commission's action.

19535-02: This accretion consists of bound volumes of minutes documenting the Public Service Commission's review and approval of matters falling within its jurisdiction for the years 1987-1992.

19535-10: This accretion consists of bound volumes of minutes documenting the Public Service Commission's review and approval of matters falling within its jurisdiction from 1993-2002. Minutes include the date of the meeting, individuals present, and items for consideration with corresponding actions taken. Cases that were considered at each meeting are listed by the type of utility (general, gas, power, communications, water, cable), and then by case number.