Recent News About Arizona Corporation Commission
Arizona Corporation Commission creates ombudsman office to help small water companies
By Kathy Adams | Aug 12, 2016
The Arizona Corporation Commission has named Utilities Division Assistant Director Elijah Abinah as ombudsman of the newly formed Small Water Company Ombudsman Office.
Arizona Corporation Commission offers paperless option for some cases
By Kathy Adams | Aug 4, 2016
The Arizona Corporation Commission (ACC) has launched a service to reduce costs and increase efficiency by offering electronic delivery of ACC notices to parties with cases before the commission.
Arizona Corporation Commission software developer to compete in Rio Olympics
By Kathy Adams | Aug 1, 2016
Arizona Corporation Commission software developer Jay Shi is on his way to Rio de Janeiro to compete in men’s pistol shooting in the 2016 Olympics.
Workshop in Phoenix to explore ways to reduce costs of peak electricity demand in Arizona
By Kathy Adams | Jul 27, 2016
Two members of the Arizona Corporation Commission (ACC), Commissioners Andy Tobin and Bob Stump, will participate in a workshop Aug. 4 about reducing the costs associated with electrical system peak demand.
Wastewater service expansion approved for Zanjero Trails project in Litchfield Park
By Kathy Adams | Jul 19, 2016
The Arizona Corporation Commission (ACC) recently approved an application that will facilitate the expansion of wastewater handling in the West Valley.
Arizona Corporation Commission approves energy efficiency programs
By Kathy Adams | Jul 18, 2016
The Arizona Corporation Commission (ACC) has approved new programs that promote energy efficiency and cost savings for Arizona Public Service Company (APS) customers.
Arizona Corporation Commission's Utility Division reorganizes
By Kathy Adams | Jul 13, 2016
The Arizona Corporation Commission’s (ACC) Utility Division recently reorganized its 60-person team to improve efficiency, accountability and service.
Arizona Corporation Commission approves policies to ensure safe water to customers
By LocalLabs News Service | Jul 4, 2016
The Arizona Corporation Commission (ACC) recently approved key measures to help water companies become more sustainable and provide emergency help to ensure safe, reliable water for customers.
UniSource modifies proposed energy rate package
By John Breslin | Jun 24, 2016
A utility company in Arizona has modified its proposed new rate packages in the face of opposition to hikes in charges.
Arizona Corporation Commission considers adopting a code of ethics
By Kathy Adams | Jun 21, 2016
Arizona Corporation Commissioner Tom Forese has taken steps for the commission to create and adopt a code of ethics.
Arizona Corporation Commission to create two railroad inspector jobs
By Kathy Adams | Jun 20, 2016
The Arizona Corporation Commission (ACC) recently voted to create two railroad inspector positions in the safety division to improve railroad safety.
Safety upgrades approved for rail crossings in Mesa, Nogales
By Kathy Adams | Jun 20, 2016
The Arizona Corporation Commission recently approved safety upgrades for two Union Pacific Railroad crossings in Mesa and a crossing in Nogales.
Fraud, bankruptcy cases involving solar projects raise questions
By Vimbai Chikomo | Jun 6, 2016
As the battle between Arizona utilities and the solar industry rages, recent legal proceeding involving fraud and bankruptcy have further tainted the solar industry, and may be leaving many residents wondering whether investing in solar energy will leave them with a pile of
regrets.
Arizona Public Service proposes demand-based energy rates for 'on-peak' hours
By Vimbai Chikomo | Jun 2, 2016
Arizona Public Service requested a comprehensive review of its energy rates proposal from the Arizona Corporation Commission yesterday — its first review in five years
Arizona Corporation Commission seeks input on water policy proposals
By Kathy Adams | Jun 2, 2016
Arizona Corporation Commission Chairman Doug Little said there will be a special open meeting June 24 to hear comments on proposed improvements to the commission's water policies before a potential vote on the proposals.
Arizona Corporation Commission warns against bogus business solicitations
By Kathy Adams | Jun 1, 2016
The Arizona Corporation Commission is warning business owners against bogus solicitations requesting the owners to sign up for certificates of good standing.
Arizona utilities discuss summer peak-demand plans with state commission
By Kathy Adams | May 31, 2016
Members of the Arizona Corporation Commission (ACC) heard from electric and gas companies at a special open meeting held recently to ensure customers statewide will have reliable service during the hot summer months.
ACC to review resource plans from local utility providers
By Khristopher Flack | May 21, 2016
The Arizona Corporation Commission (ACC) will meet July 19 to review resource plans from several local utility companies.
Arizona Corporation Commission slates biennial transmission assessment workshop
By Amanda Rupp | May 19, 2016
The Arizona Corporation Commission (ACC) recently scheduled an open meeting on the ninth biennial transmission assessment workshop at 9:00 a.m. June 1 in ACC Hearing Room One, 1200 W. Washington St. in Phoenix.
Arizona Corporation Commission to hold special hearing on rules for connecting distribution facilities
By Amanda Rupp | May 19, 2016
The Arizona Corporation Commission has scheduled an open meeting in June to discuss a rulemaking proposal for interconnecting distributed generation facilities. The public hearing will be at 10:00 a.m. June 15 in Hearing Room One, Arizona Corporation Commission, 1200 W. Washington St. in Phoenix.
