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Editor,
As the largest electric power user on the Reservation, I am interested in hearing the position of the Tribes regarding the new tier rate approach and the substantial rate increase proposed by Mission Valley Power. I believe it is very important that other users of MVP hear as to the way the Tribes will budget and expend that budget with the substantial increase proposed. In this way, we users can budget and expend our money accordingly. It is my understanding that MVP had a large surplus in its operating budget over the last few years and no one seems to be able to access information as to how that surplus will play into the rate increase.
In fact, one cannot access any information from the MVP website that would give the consumers the ability to digest and calculate the effect of the new rate proposals.
The Tribes exhibit a strong environmental awareness and are eco-friendly in operations. Are you aware of the MVP policies that discourage and disincentivizes the creation of green energy? Part of the rate increase proposed by MVP, adds on a new fee for reading the meter of customers who have solar arrays. I believe it is $2.50 per month. This is in addition to the proposed increase in the base fee for all users. Does it really cost that much to read the meters from the office and to print it on a bill?
Thank you for your attention, please advise us on your position on the rate increase.
Richard Gebhardt
Ronan
