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Have questions about Idaho Power’s 8.6% rate increase? Utilities commission to host workshops on proposal

By: - August 7, 2023 4:15 am

In March, Idaho Power requested to increase its electrical service rates. (Courtesy of Idaho Power)

The Idaho Public Utilities Commission is hosting virtual workshops Aug. 14 and 15 to share information about Idaho Power’s application to increase rates for electric services.

If approved by the utilities commission, Idaho Power will increase its overall rates by 8.6 percent.

The online workshops will be hosted by commission staff who will present an overview of the application and answer customer questions. 

Instructions on how to participate in the virtual meetings include: 

Monday virtual workshop

When: Monday, Aug. 14
Time: 6-9 p.m. Mountain time

  • To participate over the phone, call 1-415-655-0001 and enter meeting number 2631 958 1582 when prompted. 
  • To participate online, visit idahogov.webex.com and enter meeting number 2631 958 1582. Then, click on the green “Join” button. At the next window, enter the password: Monday Workshop.
  • Next, click on the green “Join Webinar” button. At the next window, enter your name and email address, and then click on the “Next” button. Finally, click on the green “Join Webinar” button.

Tuesday virtual workshop

When: Tuesday, Aug. 15
Time: 12-3 p.m. Mountain time

  • To participate over the phone, call 1-415-655-0001 and enter meeting number 2630 644 9497 when prompted. 
  • To participate online, visit idahogov.webex.com and enter meeting number 2630 644 9497 when prompted. Then, click on the green “Join” button. At the next window, enter password: TuesdayWorkshop. 
  • Next, please click on the green “Join Webinar” button. At the next window, enter your name and email address, and then click on the “Next” button. Finally, click on the green “Join Webinar” button.

Additional information about Idaho Power’s request to increase its rate can be found on the commission’s website

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Mia Maldonado
Mia Maldonado

Mia Maldonado joined the Idaho Capital Sun after working as a breaking news reporter at the Idaho Statesman covering stories related to crime, education, growth and politics. She previously interned at the Idaho Capital Sun through the Voces Internship of Idaho, an equity-driven program for young Latinos to work in Idaho news. Born and raised in Coeur d'Alene, Mia moved to the Treasure Valley for college where she graduated from the College of Idaho with a bachelor's degree in Spanish and international political economy.

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